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61. Breast practices: Parliament moves toward better support for nursing mothers

The Parliamentary Health Committee has examined proposed regulations to establish designated breastfeeding and breast milk expression rooms in workplaces and public areas....

62. Here’s where the 11 new ATMs will be installed in Cyprus

The two major banks in Cyprus, Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, are moving forward with agreements made with President Christodoulides....

63.  What’s behind the increase in waste and property taxes in Engomi?

Nicosia’s Mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, explained the decision to increase waste and property taxes in Engomi....

64. 26 state plots for new livestock units to boost sheep and goat farming

Cyprus is taking significant steps to strengthen its sheep and goat farming industry with the announcement of 26 state-owned plots available for the construction of new livestock units....

65. Hellenic Seaplanes sets sights on launching Cyprus’ first seaplane routes

Cyprus, with its strategic geographical position, has the potential to become a key hub for seaplane routes, both domestically and across the Eastern Mediterranean....

66. Cyprus' economic growth faces challenges, lenders highlight key concerns

The Cypriot economy is showing strong signs of growth, with GDP expected to rise by over 3% and unemployment dropping below 5% in 2024. Private consumption continues to play a key role in driving this growth. ...

67. Progress by avoiding setbacks as Geneva talks keep Cyprus dialogue alive

The five-party informal meeting on the Cyprus issue in Geneva on March 17–18 yielded one notable achievement: no setbacks. That seemed to be the consensus among all parties as they exited the Palace of Nations on Tuesday afternoon....

68. Postponement in Marios Demetriades' naturalization case

The Permanent Criminal Court of Nicosia has postponed the proceedings in the naturalization case involving former Transport Minister Marios Demetriades and nine other individuals until April 25th....

69. BOC seeks to acquire Ethniki Insurance’s Cyprus subsidiary

Bank of Cyprus is moving forward with the acquisition of Ethniki Insurance’s Cyprus subsidiary, having entered exclusive negotiations for its purchase....

70. EU sends key letter to spark progress in Cyprus talks

A letter, which had been in the works for the past few weeks as part of a European Union-United Nations collaboration on the Cyprus issue, became the focal point from the very first day of the informal five-party meeting in Geneva....

71. Scientists warn about the health risks of bottled water and microplastics

Recent research has uncovered alarming health risks associated with drinking bottled water, primarily due to microplastics....

72. EOA Nicosia: Yes to the 22-story project in Pallouriotissa

The Nicosia EOA has sought a legal opinion to secure the permit for the development of Lebanese investor Wahid Chammas and the company Nerofarm Properties....

73. Ancient Alexandria crumbles as rising seas threaten its future

Alexandria, Egypt’s historic port city, is facing an escalating crisis due to climate-driven coastal erosion and rising sea levels....

74. Palmas: Infrastructure ready to welcome women into the Army

On Thursday, Minister of Defence Vasilis Palmas confirmed that the National Guard is fully prepared to welcome female volunteers, with all necessary infrastructure in place....

75. COVID-19 lab leak ''highly likely''

Germany’s intelligence agency estimates there is an 80-90% probability that the coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese laboratory....

76. Israel backs Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection project

Israel has expressed clear, albeit indirect, support for the Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection project, which will extend to Israel, reaffirming its commitment to regional energy cooperation....

77. AEGEAN grows its fleet by placing a firm order for 8 additional Airbus A321 neo aircraft

AEGEAN announces the order of 8 additional A321neo aircraft, thus further expanding for the third time its original agreement with Airbus for A320 / A321neo family aircraft, initially signed in 2018, with the first deliveries starting in 2020....

78. Whispers of power, lent-friendly meals, and a mission impossible

These are whispers—'Whispers of the Heart', as Michalis Hatzigiannis once sang—so take them with a grain of salt. A meeting reportedly took place between Young Nikos and Elder Nikos....

79. ''He who dwells everywhere''

Nicosia For Art – the production team behind the Nicosia International Festival – presents the world premiere of a performance of words and music, inspired by the work of Saint Romanos the Melodist. ...

80. ''Brain Gain'' as Cypriots return to growing opportunities

The door has opened. There’s a flow of talent heading to Cyprus, driven by the country’s growing need for skilled workers, especially in technology and ICT. ...

81. Over €1.2 billion in Russian assets frozen in Cyprus amid ongoing sanctions

In Cyprus, over €1.2 billion worth of Russian assets have been frozen, as part of Europe's broader effort to block Russian assets amid ongoing sanctions. ...

82. Black Lives Matter mural demolished amid Republican pressure (VIDEO)

Construction crews began dismantling Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House on Monday, March 10, following Republican threats to cut the city’s transportation funding unless the site was renamed....

83. Cyprus’ diplomatic gamble: Can its US ties withstand Trump’s return?

The dramatic public humiliation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy by U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President Marco Rubio sent shockwaves through the global political stage, signaling that Trump’s second term will be nothing like his first. ...

84. Deadly airbags, six years of silence, now the EU is investigating Cyprus

The European Commission has launched an inquiry into Cyprus’ handling of the Takata airbag crisis after years of government inaction despite repeated EU safety alerts. ...

85. Cyprus Theatre Festival defends dialogue amid Fabre backlash

86. Justice for Thanasis: New report expected in 20-year mystery

After two decades of unanswered questions, the long-running case of Thanasis Nikolaou’s death is approaching a crucial turning point, with the conclusions of a fresh criminal investigation expected early next week....

87. Cypriot firm to build solar park on former mining site

A Cypriot company with growing interests in the renewable energy sector is planning to transform the crater of the Lake of Mine in Polis Chrysochous into a cutting-edge photovoltaic park. ...

88. Too much sun, too much wind, too little strategy.

If there's too much sun, we face energy problems because the solar panels collect more energy than we can store. If it's too cold, we face problems because the system can't handle the increased demand for heating....

89. UK Cypriot is Britain's oldest chip shop worker

At 91 years old, John Panayis is showing no signs of slowing down....

90. Paphos' local planning authority set to greenlight controversial tourist development

The Paphos Local Plan Authority (EOA) is on the verge of approving a contentious tourist development in Latchi, despite confirmed planning violations by the project's Israeli owners — sparking serious questions about the conduct of local authorities....