Ozzy Osbourne Marks Final Performance With Black Sabbath Reunion In July

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 6, 2025

After two decades, heavy metal legends Black Sabbath are set to reunite with their original line-up for a one-off concert, Back to the Beginning, which will be held at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, on July 5. The iconic band, featuring Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, will perform together for the first time since 2005, marking a significant moment in the history of heavy metal.

The band, known for pioneering the heavy metal genre in the early 1970s, will bring back their legendary sound with classic hits such as “War Pigs,” “Paranoid,” and “Iron Man.” While Black Sabbath has had partial reunions in the years since its last full performance, this concert will feature all the original members of the group, making it a highly anticipated event for fans worldwide.

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Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s wife, manager, and TV personality, confirmed that this would be the final performance for the 76-year-old frontman. Although other members of Black Sabbath may continue to make music and perform, the show in Birmingham will mark the end of Ozzy Osbourne’s live performance career. Sharon described this concert as a farewell for Ozzy, stating, “For Ozzy right now, it’s definitely: ‘I love you and good night.'”

Osbourne has been a constant presence in music, continuing to release Grammy-winning albums, despite his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis in 2020. However, his public appearances have become fewer over the years, and this concert is set to be a major moment in his career.

The “Back to the Beginning” concert will also serve a charitable purpose, with profits from the show donated to causes such as Cure Parkinson’s. The event will feature an impressive line-up of rock and heavy metal icons, including Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Alice in Chains, Lamb Of God, and Anthrax, making it a must-see for metal fans.

Osbourne, who left Black Sabbath in 1979 to pursue a successful solo career, expressed his deep connection to Birmingham, calling it the “true home of metal.” He shared his gratitude for returning to his roots, saying, “How blessed am I to do it with the help of people whom I love.”

Sharon Osbourne added that her husband is doing well and is extremely excited about the upcoming performance, which has given him a renewed sense of energy. Tickets for the concert will go on sale on February 14, and with the promise of a once-in-a-lifetime reunion, it’s sure to be a sell-out event.

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Central Bank Of Cyprus Balance Sheet Reflects Strong Eurosystem Position

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 17, 2026

Overview Of Financial Stability

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has released its latest balance sheet, reaffirming its steadfast role within the Eurosystem. The balance sheet, featuring total assets and liabilities of €29.545 billion, underscores the institution’s stable financial posture at the close of January 2026.

Asset Allocation And Strategic Holdings

Governor Christodoulos Patsalides issued the balance sheet, which details the CBC’s asset composition under the Eurosystem framework. Notably, the bank’s gold and gold receivables amounted to €1.635 billion, providing a significant hedge and stability to its balance sheet. Additional asset categories include claims on non-euro area residents denominated in foreign currency at €1.099 billion, while claims on euro area residents in both foreign and domestic currency add further depth to its portfolio.

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The most substantial asset category, intra-Eurosystem claims, reached €19.438 billion, an indication of the CBC’s deep integration with its European counterparts. Furthermore, euro-denominated securities held by euro area residents contributed €6.587 billion. Despite a marked emphasis on these areas, lending to euro area credit institutions in monetary policy operations recorded no activity during the period.

Liability Structure And Monetary Policy Implications

On the liabilities side, banknotes in circulation contributed €3.218 billion. Liabilities to euro area credit institutions associated with monetary policy operations were notably the largest single category, totaling €17.636 billion. Supplementary liabilities included those to other euro area residents, which aggregated to €4.989 billion, with government liabilities playing a predominant role at €4.754 billion.

Other liability items, such as claims related to special drawing rights allocated by the International Monetary Fund at €494.193 million, and provisions of €596.571 million, further articulate the CBC’s exposure. Revaluation accounts stood at €1.643 billion, and overall capital and reserves were confirmed at €333.822 million, completing the picture of a well-capitalized institution.

Conclusive Insights And Strategic Alignment

The detailed breakdown illustrates the CBC’s sizeable intra-Eurosystem exposures, reinforcing its central role within Europe’s monetary landscape. With an asset-liability balance maintained at €29.545 billion, the CBC’s financial position remains robust, indicating a commitment to structural stability and strategic risk management.

This fiscal disclosure not only provides transparency into the CBC’s operations but also serves as a benchmark for comparative analysis among other central banks within the Eurosystem, highlighting the intricate balance between asset liquidity, regulatory oversight, and monetary policy imperatives.

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