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1291. Turkish Cypriot leader's Australian diplomatic debut

Ersin Tatar, the first Turkish Cypriot leader to visit Australia, made headlines as he embarked on a significant diplomatic mission. Reports from the "presidency" reveal that Tatar recently toured the country, marking a pivotal moment in Turkish Cypriot-Australian relations....

1292. Where can we get fuel at lower prices?

As the economic landscape continues to evolve, one sector offers a glimmer of relief: fuel prices. In a conversation with petrol station owner Kyriakos Louka, ...

1293. Biden rejects ICC's authority over Netanyahu

President Joe Biden declared on Thursday that the United States does not recognize the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC)....

1294. Dusty skies and strong winds ahead

Today, a weak low-pressure system will cast a dusty haze over the region, with concentrations temporarily rising before easing by late afternoon....

1295. US military port fails to distribute aid, Gaza crisis deepens

Humanitarian aid intended for the desperate population of the Gaza Strip remains undistributed, despite its arrival at a temporary port constructed by the U.S. military. ...

1296. Dusty skies and mild weather

A weak low-pressure system is affecting the area, bringing occasional dust floating in the atmosphere until Thursday evening. Concentrations of dust may temporarily increase during this period....

1297. Cyprus owes the UK over £1.4M in London congestion charges

Transport for London (TfL), the authority managing the British capital’s transportation system, has published an updated list of foreign embassies that have refused to pay the Congestion Charge, a fee imposed since 2003 on vehicles entering the city center....

1298. Christodoulides to hold key meetings with Polish officials in Warsaw

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, travels to Poland for an official visit on Wednesday evening, where he will meet with the country's political leadership....

1299. Cyprus Institute's climate efforts recognized with prestigious PAM award

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) was among the winners of a Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM) Award, awarded in recognition of CyI’s research and educational activities in addressing the Climate Crisis and advancing mitigation actions in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region....

1300. Israeli police and military help settlers block Gaza aid convoys

Individual members of Israel’s security forces are tipping off far-right activists and settlers to the location of aid trucks delivering vital supplies to Gaza, enabling the groups to block and vandalise the convoys, according to multiple sources....

1301. ''Cyprus has the potential to become a model of sustainability in Europe''

In a recent interview during the first-ever Green Agenda Cyprus Summit held at the Hilton in Nicosia, environmental economist and sustainability advocate, Professor Cameron Hepburn, delved into the pressing need for Cyprus to embrace a green transition...

1302. Half of Cypriots find starting a business easy, survey shows

Half of Cypriots consider starting a business easy, and more than half believe they possess the necessary skills for successful entrepreneurship, according to the 'Global Entrepreneurship Monitor' (GEM) survey results presented at the University of Cyprus on Friday....

1303. Cyprus and Greece health ministers discuss transplant cooperation

In a bid to fortify health alliances across Europe, Greek Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiades, underscored the necessity for intensified collaboration among European states......

1304. Beluga whale trapped in Seoul skyscraper aquarium

In the heart of Seoul's bustling cityscape, Bella the beluga whale resides on the ground floor of the world's sixth-highest skyscraper, where she has spent a decade swimming aimlessly in a small, barren enclosure at the Aquarium of Another Life....

1305. US armed forces deliver 569 tons of aid via artificial pier

The US Central Command revealed yesterday, via X, that over 569 metric tons of humanitarian aid have been successfully delivered through the artificial pier established by the US armed forces....

1306. UN envoy completes three rounds of talks, grasps impasse

Just before the beginning of the year, the name of former Colombian Foreign Minister Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, who served from 2010 to 2018......

1307. Clear skies and dust expected until Friday

Weak low pressure is influencing the region, causing dust to linger in the atmosphere until Friday, with concentrations potentially increasing at times....

1308. EU Commissioner warns of the health impact of climate change

European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides described the climate crisis as one of humanity's most pressing challenges, emphasizing its impact on health....

1309. Green Agenda takes center stage in pursuit of sustainable living

As the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit unfolds at the Hilton Hotel, the atmosphere buzzes with anticipation and determination....

1310. Dust to persist in Cyprus this week

A weak low-pressure system is currently affecting Cyprus, leading to occasional dust in the atmosphere with varying concentrations....

1311. Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar: From the jungles of Colombia to Cyprus

When, just before the beginning of the year, the name of Colombia's former Foreign Minister, María Ángela Holguín Cuéllar (in office from 2010 to 2018), was heard in the corridors of New York as a potential appointee for António Guterres' personal envoy for the Cyprus problem,...

1312. Little penguins dwindle to 120 amid port development threats

A once-thriving population of little penguins on a tourist island off Perth’s coast has plummeted to no more than 120 birds, with plans to build a container port in nearby foraging grounds further threatening the survival of the colony....

1313. Parliament cancels smart meter contract to save EU funds

The Cypriot Parliament has unanimously accepted the President's referral of a law passed on April 25 that exempts innovative small and medium-sized......

1314. Erdogan warns Israel may target Turkey after Hamas defeat

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Wednesday asserted that Israel would target Turkey if it succeeds in defeating Hamas in the Gaza Strip, Agence France-Presse reported....

1315. Xi and Putin reinforce alliance with joint critique of US actions

China's President Xi Jinping and Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Thursday pledged a ''new era'' of partnership between their nations, presenting a united front against what they described as the United States' aggressive Cold War mentality and global destabilization efforts....

1316. Osman Ertuğ criticizes UN Envoy's understanding of Cyprus issue

1317. Migration issue returns to the spotlight

Today, Friday, May 17, Nicosia will host a ministerial conference at the level of Foreign Affairs Ministers, with the participation of 7 EU member states ...

1318. Cyprus among top 3 in Eurozone growth for 2024

Cyprus stands out as one of the top performers in the Eurozone, boasting a robust growth rate for the year 2024, as announced by government spokesperson Constantinos Letympiotis today....

1319. Peaceful weather and warmth

Today, a gentle embrace of high pressure will bestow upon the area a canvas of mostly clear skies. By early afternoon, a delicate dance of clouds will appear, mainly over......

1320. Norway-funded projects highlighted in Nicosia walking tour

The Norwegian Embassy is organising a special walking event in the heart of Nicosia, highlighting some of the flagship projects funded by the Norwegian......