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3211. End of an era: Manchester United to leave Old Trafford after 115 years

Manchester United has officially announced plans to move out of Old Trafford, their home for the past 115 years, and build a brand-new, state-of-the-art stadium next door. The proposed 100,000-seater venue will become the largest football stadium in the UK....

3212. Exciting News: New Leadership Appointments at K. Treppides & Co Ltd

The Management of K. Treppides & Co Ltd is thrilled to announce the appointment of new leaders to our Board of Directors and Board of Management, effective from 1 March 2025. This highlights our commitment to fostering excellence and promoting talent from within our ranks....

3213. Solar power, minus the power as homeowners left in the dark

Citizens who installed photovoltaic (solar) systems in Cyprus are feeling left in the dark and frustrated as their green energy is continuously cut off, leaving them to rely on conventional electricity. ...

3214. Lack of 'Certificate of Occupancy' puts homeowners at risk in 'Rent to Mortgage' plan

A surprising revelation in the ongoing discussion about the Rent to Mortgage Scheme has raised concerns for homeowners across Cyprus: around 60% of the properties involved in the scheme do not have an official certificate of occupancy, meaning that a building complies with all necessary regulations and is safe for use or habitation....

3215. Trump highlights Greece-Cyprus role in strategic trade corridor

U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn attention to the strategic importance of Greece and Cyprus in global trade and diplomacy, sharing a Breitbart News article that underscores their role in the proposed India-Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)....

3216. Spring teases with a bit of sunshine, a bit of cloud and some mystery fog

If Cyprus’ weather had a personality today, it would be that friend who says they’ll "pop by for a coffee" and then lingers unpredictably. We’re looking at mostly clear skies—eventually....

3217. 41 femicide cases in Cyprus over 10 years

Violence against women remains a critical issue that demands immediate and collective action, according to the University of Limassol (UoL) and the Association for the Prevention and Handling of Violence in the Family (SPAVO). ...

3218. Over 400 saplings and shrubs planted in Cape Greco

More than 400 native species of saplings and shrubs were planted on Saturday in the Cape Greco area, in a location that was previously a landfill....

3219. Retired but still on payroll as doctor gets paid for 10 months after retiring

A retired public sector doctor continued receiving salary and benefits for nearly a year after leaving his post, collecting a total of €65,000 in state funds while working for a private clinic, a parliamentary committee revealed Tuesday....

3220. Who’s really raking it in? A peek at Cyprus’ government salaries

The latest update from the General Accounting Office of the Republic has revealed the salaries of Cyprus’s state officials, effective from January 1, 2025....

3221. The good, the bad, and the in-between: Cyprus talks in Geneva

Preparatory efforts for the informal Cyprus conference, scheduled for March 17-18 in Geneva, Switzerland, reached a peak this past week, with both organizational work from the United Nations and diplomatic efforts from the parties involved....

3222. 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. ...

3223. 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. ...

3224. A cringe-worthy moment in history

As an American living in Cyprus, I’ve watched my country’s leadership style evolve under Donald Trump, but nothing quite prepared me for the recent Oval Office encounter between Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Zelensky. ...

3225. Work has started on the upgrade and expansion of the A&E Department at Nicosia General Hospital

Work to upgrade and expand the Accident & Emergency Department at Nicosia General Hospital will begin on Monday....

3226. Cypriot women speak out on 1974 atrocities ahead of European Parliament visit

Cypriot MEP announced that the Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Committee will visit Cyprus in May to give a platform to women who suffered during the 1974 Turkish invasion....

3227. Freedom24 Chess Academy has opened in Limassol

Freedom24 Chess Academy was officially inaugurated in Limassol on March 1. Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., encouraged the young participants to strive for new heights in chess. ...

3228. UK Minister Stephen Doughty holds key talks in Cyprus ahead of Geneva summit

British Minister of State for Europe and North America, Stephen Doughty, is in Cyprus today, engaging in a series of important meetings with both sides of the political spectrum....

3229. Cyprus Theatre Festival defends dialogue amid Fabre backlash

3230. ECOMMBX x PASYKAF | Ambassadors of Life

At ECOMMBX, we don’t just talk about impact, we make it happen. We stand with those who persevere, those who push forward, and those who refuse to yield when facing the unknown. ...

3231. Cyprus' ''Iron Dome'' system now fully operational

Cyprus' long-awaited ''Iron Dome,'' the Barak MX anti-aircraft defense system, is now fully operational, significantly bolstering the island’s air defense capabilities....

3232. Dusty days, sunny rays sprinkled with spring vibes and sneezes

March is marching in with that sweet spring feeling — warmer days, longer evenings, and... yep, the sneezing squad is officially reporting for duty. If you've got allergies, hang in there — nature's glow-up comes with a little suffer now, bloom later energy....

3233. Cyprus faces uncertain future as electricity link with Greece stalls

The ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking the electricity grids of Greece and Cyprus through an underwater cable, has been indefinitely suspended due to geopolitical tensions and financial uncertainties. ...

3234. Trump says there will be ''...hell to pay'' if Hamas does not yield

In a recent post shared via the official Facebook accounts of President Donald J. Trump and The White House, the president issued a stark message to the militant group Hamas....

3235. Calls for resignation of SHSO board amid growing healthcare concerns

The resignation of the Board of Directors of the Cyprus Health Services Organization was demanded today during a Parliamentary Health Committee meeting discussing the 2025 budgets for SHSO and the Health Insurance Organization....

3236. Lidl Cyprus celebrates its 15th anniversary with a very special anniversary competition

3237. ECB cuts interest rates by 25 points as inflation eases

The European Central Bank (ECB) announced on Thursday a fresh interest rate cut, lowering its three key rates by 25 basis points in a bid to support the eurozone economy as inflation gradually eases....

3238. British couple stranded in north Cyprus with twins finally departs

A British same-sex couple who had been stranded in the occupied territories of Cyprus with their newborn twins have finally departed, as authorities continue to investigate a Limassol-based clinic suspected of offering surrogacy services without proper licences....

3239. USS Mount Whitney docks in Larnaca

The USS Mount Whitney, flagship of the U.S. Sixth Fleet, arrived in Larnaca this week as part of a planned visit aimed at reinforcing the strong ties between the United States and Cyprus. ...

3240. 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....