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1771. Compensation plans unveiled for Akamas communities

Starting tomorrow, September 1, 2023, the stipulations outlined in the Akamas Local Plan will be enacted. Yesterday, Mr. Konstantinos Ioannou, the Minister of Interior, and Mr. Petros Xenophontos, the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment,...

1772. Temperature reaches 36 degrees

Today's weather is set to bring a rise in temperatures, with the mercury climbing to 36 degrees Celsius in the interior regions....

1773. From 'Yes' to 'No' in the Annan plan saga

When we talk about the Annan Plan, we're not just referring to another proposal that was presented to us and rejected....

1774. Escalating tensions as Ukrainian drones inflict damage on Russian airbase

Ukraine sent waves of drones deep into western Russia in more than four hours of nighttime attacks that struck military assets, Russian officials and media reports said Wednesday. ...

1775. FIBA World Cup: Greece roars to victory over New Zealand

In an exhilarating display of determination, Greece has successfully secured its spot in the World Cup's round of 16, emerging victorious against New Zealand with a final score of 83-74. ...

1776. Hellenic Bank reports impressive profit surge of €160.2 million

Hellenic Bank had a really good financial run in the first half of 2023. They made a profit of €160.2 million, which is a huge jump of 203% compared to last year at the same time....

1777. Clear days ahead with brief afternoon cloudiness

In a display of the dynamic nature of weather, the region is experiencing notable changes in its atmospheric conditions. ...

1778. Step up, weigh in! Korean Air weighs passengers for safety

Starting Monday, passengers flying on Korean Air may be asked to step on a scale before boarding their flight. ...

1779. Rights groups alarmed by Chlorakas' anti-refugee incidents

In the wake of the recent incidents in Chloraka, Cyprus, where tensions have escalated leading to anti-refugee actions, international human rights organizations have expressed "severe concern" over the situation....

1780. Cyprus sees sharp drop in asylum applications

Cyprus has witnessed a significant decline in new asylum applications from non-EU countries, according to recently released data from Eurostat, the EU's statistical service....

1781. UK air traffic system issue causes ongoing turbulence

Disruption to air travel continued into Tuesday after the UK's air traffic control systems suffered a "technical fault" on Monday morning....

1782. Clouds, showers, and clear spells

In the upcoming days, the island will experience a mix of weather conditions, as a seasonal low-pressure system prevails in the region....

1783. Violent clash shakes Chloraka community

Serious incidents unfolded on Sunday night (27/8) in Chloraka, leading to the arrest of four individuals by the Police. Among them were two Greek Cypriots and two immigrants, ...

1784. Leonid Radvinsky: The mastermind behind OnlyFans

The profits of the OnlyFans platform have seen a remarkable surge over the past year, and recent revelations of its owner pocketing over $300 million (€278 million) in dividends have sparked fresh inquiries into the leader behind this adult content platform....

1785. Buffer zone tensions and Cyprus problem scenarios

After the incident in the buffer zone at the Gate, the National Security Council in Turkey convened. This was its first meeting after Erdogan's reelection. ...

1786. Controversy surrounds Pyla project and UN response

The leader of the Turkish Cypriot community, Ersin Tatar, welcomed the new head of the General Staff of Turkey, General Metin Gkiourakos, at the "presidential" office....

1787. Cloudy morning, thunderstorms later

Isolated rain showers and sporadic thunderstorms are anticipated today, marking the weather forecast for Monday, August 28th....

1788. Paphos grants Honorary Citizenship to Senator Menendez

In a distinguished ceremony held on August 25, 2023, at the grandeur of Paphos Town Hall, the Municipality of Paphos conferred the title of honorary citizen upon esteemed US Senator Robert Menendez....

1789. Septemberfest Nicosia beer fun festival returns

The highly anticipated Septemberfest Nicosia Beer Fun Festival is gearing up for its 12th consecutive edition, presented by DISPLAY ART PLC. Running from September 1st to September 7th, 2023, the festival promises a week-long extravaganza of music, camaraderie, and of course, a wide array of beers. ...

1790. Fuel tax cut to aid low incomes

The association called "Equality" is requesting a reduction in fuel taxes through a letter addressed to the Minister of Finance, Makis Keravnos....

1791. Key Wagner figures among victims in jet crash

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the 62-year-old head of Russia's private military company Wagner, known for his leadership in a mutiny against the Russian military in June, along with his company's top military figure, Dmitry Utkin,...

1792. Wildfires ignite political backlash amidst growing anger

As thick black smoke filled the Athenian sky and blazes consumed homes in the suburbs, a political firestorm broke out among Greek politicians Wednesday....

1793. Prigozhin presumed dead after crash

People here were shocked this summer after drones attacked the center of Moscow on several occasions, causing explosions and damage to buildings....

1794. Seasonal low pressure system brings variable conditions

The local weather is under the influence of a seasonal low-pressure system, leading to fluctuating conditions across the area....

1795. EC: ''Greece, you are not alone, the EU is with you''

Water-dropping planes from several European countries joined hundreds of firefighters Wednesday battling wildfires raging for days across Greece that left 20 people dead, while major blazes also burned in Spain’s Tenerife and in northwestern Turkey near the Greek border....

1796. Two migrant children among the dead from Evros fires

Eighteen people died in the village of Avantas in Evros, northeastern Greece, where fires raged on Tuesday for a fourth straight day, along with dozens of new blazes....

1797. Japan to release treated radioactive water from Fukushima plant

After months of controversy and anticipation, Japan is set to begin releasing treated radioactive wastewater from its Fukushima nuclear plant later this week despite fierce objections from some countries....

1798. Russia joins condemnation amidst UN buffer zone tensions

Swift condemnation has followed the recent attacks on United Nations peacekeepers and the resulting damage to UN vehicles by Turkish Cypriots. A draft statement addressing the incidents in the village of Pyla, including plans by Turkey, is currently being considered by the Security Council....

1799. Dumping dilemma as Cyprus struggles to break the cycle of illegal waste

The problem of the existence of three illegal dumpsites in the Akamas community area has been trapped in a vicious circle of blame for years....

1800. City of Dreams Mediterranean partners with Cablenet