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181. Freedom24 hits 100K users in Greece, driven by digital-savvy investors

182. Cyprus launches voluntary return plan for Syrians ready to return home

The Cypriot government on Thursday rolled out a new voluntary repatriation plan for Syrian families who wish to return home, as the country begins to rebuild in the wake of a long civil war....

183. Celebrations after UN envoy labels Cyprus President ‘leader of Greek Cyprus’

The United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, drew criticism this week after referring to the President of the Republic of Cyprus as the “leader of Greek Cyprus” during remarks following a meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar....

184. Six new Gov.cy services now just a click away

Cyprus is taking another step toward a more digital future, with six new government services now available online through the Gov.cy portal....

185. Car rams into crowd during Liverpool victory parade; dozens injured (video)

What began as a night of joy in Liverpool turned to chaos when a car drove into crowds celebrating the city's Premier League victory, injuring at least 27 people, including four children....

186. Cyprus sides with Israel in EU rift over Gaza aid access

Cyprus has drawn criticism for breaking ranks with most of the EU by opposing a Dutch-led push to review the EU’s political and economic ties with Israel over its ongoing blockade of humanitarian aid into Gaza....

187. Wildfire near Agios Symeon (Avtepe) partially contained as authorities seek military air support (VIDEO)

Crews have managed to bring a wildfire under partial control after it erupted Friday afternoon in the area between Agios Symeon (Avtepe) and Koroveia (Kuruova) in occupied Karpasia, officials confirmed....

188. Harvard bars international students under Trump policy shift

Cypriot students hoping to study at Harvard University next year will now need to look elsewhere. ...

189. ''They’re happy in Russia'': Cypriot MEP sparks fury over shocking Ukraine comment

In a statement that's shocked many across Europe, Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou claimed that Ukrainian children taken by Russian forces during the war were ''happy'' and ''wanted to go to Russia'' -- a comment that has triggered widespread condemnation and gone viral online....

190. “Have you ever been to Ukraine?”: MEP Fidias Panayiotou under fire for controversial stance

Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou is under growing scrutiny for his controversial statements and actions related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with critics accusing him of echoing pro-Russian narratives and dodging serious questions....

191. Turkish Academy grants observer status to breakaway state in north

The Turkish Academy has granted observer status to the so-called turkish republic of northern cyprus (trnc), according to Turkish media reports, marking what they describe as “yet another new status” for the breakaway entity....

192. Trump calls Springsteen ''dumb as a rock''

Bruce Springsteen and Donald Trump are locked in a transatlantic war of words, and things are getting personal....

193. Jordan pulls the plug on imports from occupied North Cyprus

Jordan has stopped importing halloumi and similar cheeses from the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus, becoming the third country to pull out of that market in recent months, after Lebanon and Qatar....

194. i-Con 2025: Cyprus’ hottest tech and marketing event returns to Limassol

One of Cyprus’ most buzzed-about business events is back and bigger than ever. The Island Conference (i-Con) returns for its third edition on 29–30 May 2025, transforming the City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol into a hub of global innovation, marketing, and digital opportunity....

195. Abandoned baby found alive next to trash bins in Alimos (video)

A six-month-old baby was found abandoned next to garbage bins in the Athens suburb of Alimos on Tuesday afternoon, in a heartbreaking discovery by the Greek police....

196. Kidnapping attempts in France target families of crypto executives (video)

A terrifying pattern is emerging in France, where families of cryptocurrency executives are being targeted in violent and high-stakes abduction attempts....

197. New evidence in Cyprus Papers passport scandal shows photos and faxes pointing to political interference

Testimony continued Tuesday in the high-profile case sparked by Al Jazeera’s 2020 Cyprus Papers investigation, with a police sergeant detailing evidence suggesting political interference and irregularities in the naturalization of foreign investors....

198. Will fans be safe, and welcome, in the U.S. in 2026?

What was supposed to be a routine update on the 2026 FIFA World Cup took a sharp turn after U.S. Vice President JD Vance cracked a ''joke'' that many say felt more like a threat, especially to the millions of foreign tourists expected to travel to the U.S. for the tournament....

199. Why London’s real estate market remains one of the most liquid in the world

London’s property market has long been considered a safe bet for investors. The reason? It’s all about liquidity. ...

200. Police detain 21 in nationwide immigration sweeps

Authorities in Cyprus detained 21 people of various nationalities on Sunday for residing illegally in the country, police said....

201. Major fires in Israel prompt request for help from Cyprus (VIDEOS)

Wildfires have been sweeping through the western parts of Jerusalem, rekindling concerns in areas affected by similar fires last week. ...

202. ''He was one of us”: Cyprus mourns Pope Francis

From the moment he stepped onto the global stage, Pope Francis stood out, not just as the first Jesuit pope or the first from Latin America, but as a man who truly lived what he preached. ...

203. Pope Francis dies at 88. A humble Shepherd leaves his flock.

On Easter Monday, just a day after Christians around the world celebrated the resurrection of Christ, Pope Francis passed away peacefully in his Vatican residence. He was 88 years old....

204. Akamas for sale?

Nearly two years after serious environmental violations were first reported in the Akamas peninsula, a protected and ecologically sensitive area, illegal activity continues, seemingly without consequences....

205. Weapons, drugs, and fireworks found in open field in Limassol

An investigation is underway in Limassol following the discovery of a military rifle, drugs, and fireworks in an open area, according to a statement from the Cyprus Police....

206. Banquet hall in Nicosia built and operating without permits

A building in Nicosia that now operates as a popular banquet and events hall was constructed and opened without the proper permits or approvals, according to a damning report by the Auditor General of the Republic. ...

207. Tatar appears to nod off during Erdogan’s speech (VIDEO)

A brief moment of apparent drowsiness from Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has gone viral, after footage showed him seemingly nodding off during a speech by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum on Friday....

208. Six killed in NYC helicopter crash, including Siemens executive and family (video)

A sightseeing helicopter ride turned tragic Thursday when a chopper crashed into the Hudson River off Manhattan, killing all six people on board — including a senior Siemens executive and his family....

209. ''Smart'' bus stops marred by vandalism and installation blunders

Controversy continues to plague the rollout of Cyprus’s new “smart” bus stops, as reports of sluggish installation are now joined by incidents of vandalism and public mockery....

210. ''Ankara, hands off!'': Thousands march in occupied areas against headscarf rule (video)

A surge of anger and resistance swept through occupied Nicosia this week as thousands of Turkish Cypriots took to the streets, pushing back against a controversial new regulation that makes the wearing of headscarves compulsory in schools....