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301. Navalnaya accuses Putin of lies, theft, and murder

Exiled Kremlin critic, Yulia Navalnaya, launched scathing accusations against Vladimir Putin today, branding him as a ''liar, thief, murderer,'' just moments before the commencement of his fifth presidential inauguration, marking his return to the helm of Russia....

302. Ellinikon, Europe's largest smart city, begins its transformation

303. Woman trapped in car for 40 minutes during Tesla software update

Brianna Janel found herself trapped in her Tesla car as it underwent a software update, turning what was supposed to be a routine task into a harrowing......

304. Turkey halts trade with Israel, prompting Israeli criticism

Turkey is ''freezing'' all exports and imports to and from Israel starting today, according to two Turkish officials with knowledge of the matter, cited by Bloomberg....

305. Police dismantle pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA amid tense standoff

Police at UCLA moved in on Thursday morning to dismantle the pro-Palestinian encampment, resulting in numerous arrests and the dispersal of most protesters. The operation followed UCLA's declaration of the camp as "unlawful" and escalated after a violent attack on the camp earlier in the week....

306. EU announces €1B aid package for Lebanon during visit

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a substantial €1 billion support package for Lebanon, emphasizing the European Union's enduring commitment to assist the country and its people....

307. UCLA protests prompt large police deployment

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), has become a focal point of tension as clashes erupted between pro-Palestinian activists and supporters of Israel, echoing similar unrest unfolding across American campuses....

308. Israel threatens Rafah invasion

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken that Israel will invade Rafah if Hamas continues to make an end to the war a condition of the hostage deal, two Israeli and US officials said....

309. ENI discusses exploitation scenarios and priority solutions

ENI's discoveries in Cyprus' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the scenarios for the exploitation of the confirmed drillings as well as the preferred solutions to efficiently meet domestic energy priorities were discussed in a meeting with the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, ...

310. Student protests spread across US universities over Israel-Hamas conflict (vid)

Student protests have erupted at colleges nationwide over the Israel-Hamas conflict. It began with over 100 demonstrators arrested at Columbia University last week...

311. Outer space arms race looms as Russia blocks UN resolution

Russia has vetoed a resolution at the UN Security Council calling on all countries to prevent an arms race in outer space. ...

312. Government unveils ambitious housing strategy, Minister Ioannou reveals

The government has set the people and their servicing without undue inconvenience at the core of its policies, Minister of the Interior Constantinos Ioannou said on Tuesday, adding the Ministry is working on issuing of public documents the Civil Registry Department. ...

313. Horse covered in blood bolts through Central London

Central London was thrown into chaos today as a horse, spooked during a routine training exercise, bolted through the streets, triggering a dramatic stampede that left five people injured and several vehicles damaged. ...

314. UK Prime Minister confirms delay in Rwanda deportation flights

The Rwanda deportation scheme will not begin until the summer, Rishi Sunak admitted on Monday, acknowledging a further delay to the policy even as MPs and peers began debating it for the final time....

315. Minister stands against early fees for Great Sea Interconnector

Cypriot electricity consumers should not be burdened with a surcharge before the operation of the electricity interconnector linking Greece and Cyprus and the consequent reduction of electricity costs, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry George Papanastasiou said on Monday....

316. Lost promises, missed chances: Secrets behind Cyprus' EU entry

In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou, Gunter Verheugen sheds light on the intricacies of negotiations surrounding the Cyprus problem at Burgenstock....

317. US blocks UN resolution recognizing Palestinian statehood

The United States blocked a United Nations Security Council resolution on Thursday that would have recognized a Palestinian state, sparking sharp criticism from Palestinian leaders....

318. Israel strikes Iran, air defenses activated amid rising tensions

Iran has fired air defense batteries amid reports of explosions near a major airbase in Isfahan province, according to state media, amidst escalating tensions following Iran’s retaliatory strike on Israel following an attack against its consulate in Syria....

319. Shorter wait times for US visa appointments

Cyprus citizens now experience one of the swiftest visa appointment wait times globally, according to Rena Bitter, the Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs at the US Embassy in Cyprus....

320. Dubai hit by two years' worth of rain in a single day

In an unprecedented event, Dubai experienced torrential rainfall equivalent to two years' worth of precipitation in just one day, leading to severe flash flooding that brought the city to a standstill....

321. WhatsApp's lowered age limit sparks controversy

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has revised its minimum age requirement for the messaging app in Europe, lowering it to 13 from 16, a move that has drawn criticism from children's rights advocates....

322. US sanctions Cyprus-based entities linked to arms network

On Monday, the United States announced sanctions against ten individuals and twelve entities, with two of them operating within a global arms network and registered in Cyprus....

323. The hidden lives of migrants in Cyprus

Behind closed doors lies a hidden reality in Cyprus, where neglected homes become sanctuaries for new occupants, often foreigners seeking refuge from economic hardships....

324. Massive international fraud ring busted, Cyprus plays crucial role

Cyprus, along with international law enforcement agencies, cracked down on a massive fraud ring with a staggering €645 million turnover....

325. Historic old stock exchange in Denmark engulfed in flames (video)

Denmark’s Old Stock Exchange has been engulfed in flames, with television pictures on Tuesday showing the fire ripping through the historic building in the center of the capital....

326. UN officials visit Cyprus for management committee session

UNSG's Special Representative in Cyprus, Colin Stewart, welcomed Catherine Pollard and Martha Lopez from the UN Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance in New York who are paying a visit to the UN in Cyprus...

327. Sydney: Knife attack on priest amid recent tragedy (video)

A stabbing attack has reportedly taken place inside a Sydney church just days after a knifeman killed six people in a Westfield shopping center....

328. Cyprus betting sector breaks records with €1 billion revenue

The revenues of the betting activity in the Republic of Cyprus recorded an upward trend for another quarter, confirming the dynamic and stable growth of the sector. ...

329. Cyprus suspends asylum for Syrian nationals

President Christodoulidis announced on Saturday evening a suspension of the examination of asylum applications for individuals of Syrian origin, citing the recent influx of Syrian political asylum seekers arriving in Cyprus....

330. Scandals and sanctimony in Cyprus

In recent years, we've seen it all. From COVID to the Ukraine conflict and the dramatic events unfolding next door in Gaza. Yet, nothing has rocked the average Cypriot quite like the scandal of the Avvakoum Monastery. ...