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361. Meritocracy, privilege, and the Cypriot dream: Reflections on the English School controversy

Children and adolescents in many parts of the world, including Cyprus, face real problems. Bombs rain down on Ukraine, poverty ravages Gaza, school shootings plague the USA, natural disasters devastate the poorest regions, and here in Cyprus, an entire family recently perished in a tragic house fire....

362. Green Monday: A breath of fresh air to welcome Lent

Today, Cyprus is buzzing with life as families and friends head outdoors to celebrate Green Monday, or Kathará Deftéra – a beloved tradition that marks the start of Lent in the Orthodox calendar....

363. Cyprus tax reform: Bold overhaul aims to boost economy but sparks debate

Cyprus is preparing to implement its first major tax reform in over two decades, aiming to modernize the tax system, boost competitiveness, and align with international standards....

364. Molotov cocktails, fires, and tear gas in Athens (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

The center of Athens turned into a battleground as hooded individuals began throwing Molotov cocktails....

365. Cyprus will send six athletes to the Special Olympics World Winter Games this year

A press conference was held on February 27th at the Olympic Mansion to officially present the Cypriot delegation for the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games....

366. Greek banks continue to invest in Cyprus with new acquisitions

Greek banks are showing no signs of slowing down when it comes to investing in Cyprus. ...

367. Greeks call for accountability 2 years after Tempe train tragedy

Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....

368. 33East Unites Cyprus’ Startup Ecosystem for Official Fund Launch

33East, a Cyprus-focused venture capital firm, is officially launching its debut fund with an event bringing together founders, investors, and key ecosystem leaders who share the vision of transforming Cyprus into a hive for innovation and entrepreneurship....

369. Isn't it ironic? Cyprus propaganda, politics, and the global stage.

A movie is being made in the occupied territories titled ''Aisie Went on Vacation'', which was also the code name for the Attila operation in 1974. They've even set up modern studios for creating TV series, as it seems they've grasped the importance of imagery in propaganda....

370. Cyprus tax reform: A win for families, a challenge for businesses

Cyprus is set to undergo its first major tax reform in over 20 years, with changes expected to align the system with the country’s evolving economic landscape....

371. Marios Georgiou crowned Europe’s Best Male Gymnast of 2024

Marios Georgiou has once again made Cyprus proud, winning the Male Gymnast of the Year title in a vote organized by European Gymnastics. The Cypriot gymnastics star secured an impressive 26,260 votes (50.6%), topping the poll after six days of voting....

372. Ombudswoman raises alarm over prolonged stay of unaccompanied minors at Pournara

A total of 27 unaccompanied minors have been stranded at the Pournara Temporary Reception and Accommodation Center for an average of 90 days, despite completing all necessary procedures for their transfer, according to a report by Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou-Lottides....

373. Cold snap damages solar water heaters

The recent icy temperatures sweeping across Cyprus haven’t just hit crops hard—they’ve also wreaked havoc on solar water heaters in homes across the island. ...

374.  Unique protected species in Europe killed at the Mavrokolympos Dam

A month ago, the Ministry of Agriculture announced an environmental disaster: the drainage of the Mavrokolympos dam due to a technical failure that could not be repaired. ...

375. The far right is growing, and ‘good vibes’ won’t be enough to stop it

376. Cyprus government unveils €60M investment plan to boost agriculture

The Cypriot government has rolled out a €60 million investment plan designed to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of the country’s agricultural sector. ...

377. Putin gives green light for western companies to return, but on Russia's terms

Russian President Vladimir Putin has opened the door for Western companies to return to Russia, but not without conditions....

378. Cyprus' energy gamble: Big promises, bigger delays, but a game-changer may be coming

Last week in Cairo, authorities from the Republic of Cyprus signed a non-binding host country agreement for the development of the Kronos gas field in Block 6 of Cyprus' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). ...

379. Cyprus climbs UEFA rankings as Pafos FC shines

Cyprus has made significant progress in the UEFA rankings, moving up to 19th place after Pafos FC’s qualification for the next stage of European competition....

380. Paphos-Polis ''killer road'' to become four-lane highway after years of delays

The long-debated Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road project is finally moving forward—with a major upgrade. What was once planned as a two-lane highway will now be a four-lane road, a move the government says will improve safety and boost economic growth in the region....

381. The ''geniuses'' behind Cyprus’ energy farce

For those of you who thought that the TikTok videos where a wanted criminal chats with the police were the most absurd thing to happen this week, you were wrong....

382. Cyprus goes up in smoke as Tsiknopempti takes over

If you’re flying into Cyprus today and notice a thick cloud hovering over the island, don’t worry—it’s not fog, and no, the fields aren’t on fire. It’s just Tsiknopempti, the one day a year when the entire country turns into a giant, open-air BBQ pit....

383. 2024 global VC investment rises to $368B as investor interest in AI soars

Global VC investment rose from $349.4 billion across 43,320 deals in 2023 to $368.3 billion across 35,684 deals in 2024 despite a multitude of challenges, including global conflicts and geopolitical tensions, uncertainties associated with a significant number of major elections—...

384. The Road to Prosperity

Browsing social media I have recently come across a map showing all the countries with GDP per capita higher than Poland’s back in 1990 and in 2018....

385. Cyprus government gives hotels deadline to get licensed or face closure

The government is giving unlicensed hotels and tourist accommodations a two-year window to secure their operating licenses, with specific milestones and actions outlined along the way. ...

386. Anti-immigration rhetoric grows, but immigrants could help Europe's (and Cyprus') aging populations

The rise of far-right, anti-immigration politics across Europe is threatening to accelerate the continent’s demographic decline, experts warn, potentially triggering economic instability, labor shortages, and soaring costs for elderly care....

387. This is Cyprus...

I wonder in which country, after years of discussions and consultations, legislation on violence in sports venues is drafted, approved, and then—right from the very first moment of its implementation—found to have gaps and weaknesses....

388. Cyprus and Egypt join forces on major energy projects

The Christodoulides administration places great strategic importance—both in terms of energy and geopolitics—on the President’s visit to Egypt....

389. Arrest of 58 individuals residing illegally in Cyprus

Yesterday, the Police conducted a large-scale operation aimed at identifying third-country nationals residing illegally in Cyprus....

390. Cyprus scores above EU average in Life Satisfaction Survey

A recent Eurostat survey has revealed that life satisfaction in the European Union (EU) averaged 7.3 out of 10 in 2023....