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151. Rain showers in mountainous areas

Isolated rain showers are forecasted primarily in western and mountainous regions today, Monday, gradually clearing by afternoon, as per the Cyprus Meteorological Service. ...

152. Cypriot farmers' protests send ripples across Europe

The surge of farmers' fury has reverberated in a manner unprecedented for Brussels, the nerve center of European decision-making....

153. Hamas demands complete Israeli withdrawal in ceasefire talks

In a tragic incident on Tuesday, at least 11 people, including four children, lost their lives in an Israeli strike on a residential building in Deir al-Balah, Gaza. ...

154. Severe weather warnings across Cyprus

Cyprus is bracing for a spell of unsettled weather as a low-pressure system, dubbed ''Dawn,'' exerts its influence over the island nation until Thursday, according to forecasts from the Meteorological Service....

155. Snowfall forces road closures leading to Troodos

In response to heavy snowfall, several roads leading to Troodos, including Platres-Troodos, Karvouna-Troodos, and Prodromos-Troodos, have been closed to traffic, announced local authorities....

156. Orange alert brings heavy rain and thunder

Good morning, Cyprus! As the sun rises over our island, let's catch up on the latest weather report....

157. ELAM's shadow: Unveiling the far-right's fascist roots

''Nazis or just another populist party?'' This has been the question in Germany for years regarding the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD)....

158. Homeless residents forge dangerous caves along California riverbanks

In a recent discovery that sheds light on the struggles of homelessness in California, authorities in Modesto uncovered a series of makeshift caves along the banks of the Tuolumne River, serving as clandestine dwellings for those without homes....

159. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

160. Turkey gives green light to Sweden's NATO membership

In a pivotal move, the Turkish parliament has voted in favor of Sweden's NATO membership bid, marking a significant step forward for the Nordic nation....

161. Sorry, Putin, Alaska's not up for grabs!

The U.S. State Department has dismissed speculations about the return of Alaska to Russia, responding to reports of President Vladimir Putin ordering an investigation into Russian ''real estate'' abroad....

162. Mild conditions prevail with chance of showers

Today's weather forecast suggests partly cloudy skies, with isolated showers possible in the afternoon. Winds will be light to moderate, mainly from the southwest to northwest....

163. Cameras cut road deaths by 18% in two years

The two-year operation of the photo-labeling system, initiated on 1/1/2022 with four mobile and four fixed cameras, has witnessed a remarkable success in enhancing road safety....

164. Sunshine today, showers tonight

In a weather shift today, clearing local fog and low clouds will lead to predominantly sunny conditions in several areas. Later, increasing clouds may bring isolated showers, especially in mountainous and western regions. Stay prepared for occasional dust in the atmosphere....

165. Parliament enacts law granting tax exemption on loan repayments

The House of Representatives has unanimously approved a law exempting individuals who sold real estate or transferred shares to repay Non-Servicing Loans from the 0.4% tax designated for the Central Equal Weight Sharing Agency...

166. What's brewing in the skies?

Here's the scoop for today: expect a mix of clouds and sun, with a possible drizzle in the mountains later....

167. House President praises France’s support for Cyprus in Paris meetings

The strategic cooperation between Cyprus and France in the key sectors of security, defence, energy, tourism, trade and education and the mutual will to further deepen them, were emphasised by the President of the Parliament Annita Demetriou and French officials, with whom she met on Wednesday as part of her visit to France....

168. Sheikh's $203M investment brings the Waldorf Astoria to Greece

Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Takhoun bin Zayed Al Nayan, known for his extensive investments in Greece since 2018, is set to mark a milestone with the construction of the first ''Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Resort'' in Greece....

169. Cup Match halted after player collapse amidst firecracker chaos

In a dramatic turn of events during the cup match at ''Famagusta'' between Nea Salamina and APOEL, the game was abruptly halted, leaving fans and players in disbelief....

170. How the consumer pocket faces a perfect economic storm

The uncertainty and the intense upheavals in the global supply chain continue....

171. Switzerland hosts global peace summit for Ukraine

Ukraine's plea for peace resonated as Switzerland stepped forward to host a summit, according to a joint announcement by the presidents in Bern. ...

172. Rain and thunderstorms to hit western regions

A mild low-pressure system has a subtle impact on the region. Expect variable weather conditions today, primarily characterized by intermittent clouds....

173. Houthi rebels launch anti-ship missile at US destroyer in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels fired an anti-ship cruise missile at the USS Laboon, an American destroyer in the Red Sea. The missile was shot down by a U.S. fighter jet in the latest attack unsettling global shipping....

174. ''It is, therefore, right that I resign''

I wrote in my previous article ("How the prestige of the institutions is undermined", Kathimerini, 7/1/24) that, based on the conclusion of the auditors of the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority and announcements of the Audit Service,...

175. Houthi strikes send prices soaring in global trade

In recent weeks, the developments in the Red Sea, with the Houthi attacks on commercial ships and their impact on global trade, have dominated the discussions of suppliers with their partners....

176. Cypriot scientist revolutionizes agriculture with soil-free crop growth

Growing crops without soil may sound like a contradiction, but for the research team "Eplants" (Electronic Plants) at Linköping University, Sweden, led by Associate Professor Eleni Stavrinidou, it is not only possible, but also groundbreaking....

177. Trimiklini scandal unveiled: 15-year licensing nightmare shakes state agencies

The Control Committee of the Parliament heard an outcry from the state services, who took almost 15 years to act on a series of illegal activities......

178. Highly infectious bird flu threatens seals in Antarctica

Scientists are on high alert as a virus shows ominous signs of moving between birds and mammals, sparking concerns of potential mutations in 'spillover events.'...

179. US pushes for Palestinian state amidst ongoing Gaza crisis

Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in talks with President Mahmoud Abbas, highlighting U.S. efforts to support postwar plans for Gaza, emphasizing concrete steps toward a Palestinian state....

180. Theater grants and the Ministry's cultural quandary

The new year has begun and immediately it was marked culturally by the crisis in the theater, due to the grants that were given by the Thymeli Plan....