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3391. Europe urged to preserve access to protection on World Refugee Day

On this World Refugee Day, Caritas Europa is calling for Europe to prioritize access to protection within its territory and overhaul its asylum system to prioritize the rights of individuals. ...

3392. The President's omissions and unaddressed issues

Flanked by his cabinet and through a 24-page document, the President of the Republic presented the program and actions of the government from his first day in office until today. ...

3393. Christodoulides' exhaustive diplomatic pursuits for resolving the Cyprus issue

President Nikos Christodoulides has highlighted the government's efforts in pursuing negotiations on the Cyprus issue and implementing a diplomatic initiative during the first 100 days of governance....

3394. Cyprus economy thrives: FinMin foresees robust growth and fiscal stability

During the 2023 Annual General Meeting of the Cyprus Bankers Association, the Minister of Finance, Mr. Makis Keravnos, discussed the current state and future prospects of the Cyprus economy, particularly focusing on the banking sector. ...

3395. EU allocates €20 million for Sudan refugee crisis

During a two-day visit to Cairo, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell expressed support for Egypt's efforts to end the hostilities in Sudan. ...

3396. Cyprus farmers voice alarm over plant protection regulation

The European Commission is addressing farmers' concerns regarding the proposed regulation on plant protection in the European Union. They assure that the implementation of the new rules will be gradual, aiming to minimize any impact on production and food prices....

3397. US-China relations enter stabilization phase as Blinken visits Beijing

The US and China have pledged to stabilize their tense relationship following US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's two-day visit to Beijing....

3398. AUB Mediterraneo Paphos: Shaping the future of education in the Mediterranean

As the anticipation builds for the opening of the American University of Beirut - Mediterraneo in Paphos scheduled for September 2023, Kathimerini had the privilege of sitting down with Philip S. Khoury,...

3399. This is how Lara will be developed

The reform of local government undeniably represents a crucial stride towards modernizing our state....

3400. From animal pens to vacation retreats: The illegal conversion of Akamas shelters

Several months prior to the scheduled implementation of the Akamas plan, stone buildings are emerging in the heart of the forest, completely unrelated to livestock housing, which abounds in the surrounding area. ...

3401. More details and questions emerge in boat disaster

Harrowing accounts are emerging from survivors in the boat disaster that killed hundreds of irregular migrants last week, with additional reports from BBC casting doubt over the Greek coast guard’s version of events...

3402. Sacrificing authenticity for viral validation

In an era dominated by digital connectivity, social media has seamlessly integrated itself into the fabric of our lives....

3403. Almost 108,000 drivers exceed speed limits

Since the official implementation of the photo certification system on January 1, 2022, a staggering total of 132,982 out-of-court complaints have been filed....

3404. Weather update: Weekend forecast and temperature trends

Tonight the weather will remain mostly clear. However, there might be scattered clouds initially, resulting in partly cloudy spells....

3405. FM calls for London's support in resuming settlement talks

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos has expressed Cyprus' expectation for all parties involved in the Cyprus issue to apply pressure and play a constructive role in order to restart settlement talks....

3406. Cablenet: The Fastest Growing Mobile Network

3407. Unveiling Europe's hidden gems for 2023: 10 affordable and underrated destinations

Step off the overcrowded destinations that one can find all year and opt instead for unique destinations that have it all; beauty, serenity and, in most cases, more affordable prices....

3408. Greek coast guard defends hesitation in boat disaster

Greek port authority officials told Kathimerini that an attempt was made to moor the overcrowded fishing vessel several hours before it sank on Wednesday night off the southern coast of Greece in one of Europe’s worst migrant disasters, killing dozens and with hundreds still missing...

3409. Nammos beach restaurant case resolved, set to reopen

The case involving the closure of Nammos Beach restaurant on the island of Mykonos is nearing its conclusion as the Syros Town Planning Authority has certified the company's compliance with the Environment Ministry's request to demolish its illegal structures....

3410. Chocolate prices to surge

Chocolate enthusiasts should brace themselves for price hikes in the near future, as cocoa prices continue to soar. ...

3411. Head of betting authority investigated

The head of the National Betting Authority, Ioanna Fiakkou, is currently facing a criminal investigation for allegedly refusing to provide evidence in a probe conducted by a former member of the Ethics and Sports Protection Committee, Harris Savvides, regarding football match-fixing. ...

3412. Deadly Mediterranean shipwreck exposes desperate migrant journeys

Wednesday’s deadly shipwreck off southern Greece, involving a large boat carrying migrants that capsized after apparently rebuffing offers of help, is just the latest case of smugglers packing vessels full of desperate people willing to risk their lives to reach continental Europe....

3413. Echoes of silence: The unheard cries of drowning children

The tragedy off the coast of Pylos is beyond words. The act of people drowning at sea, especially children, is a haunting curse in the Mediterranean Sea that is unfortunately not unfamiliar....

3414. Dusty skies, showers in the mountains, and a temperature surge!

Today, Thursday, the weather will start off with mainly clear skies. However, as we move into the afternoon, expect to see an increase in cloud cover. ...

3415. Private doctor outside state network speaks out

Cypriot surgeon Alkiviadis Alkiviadous says he will be forced to move back overseas over his decision not to join GESY, with the private physician crying foul over an inflexible system that is slowly being bought by foreign money...

3416. EU demands Google breakup over antitrust concerns

European Union regulators hit Google with fresh antitrust charges Wednesday, saying the only way to satisfy competition concerns about its lucrative digital ad business is by selling off parts of the tech giant’s main moneymaker....

3417. TikToker fakes death to test family's loyalty

A Belgian TikToker faked his own death to find out who cared and then turned up to his own funeral....

3418. Hero dog missing after Colombian jungle plane crash

As four children who survived a plane crash in the Colombian jungle recover in hospital, the search is continuing - for the dog who helped save them....

3419. Dozens drown in deadly migrant shipwreck off Greece

At least 32 migrants drowned early on Wednesday when their boat capsized and sank off Greece, the country’s coast guard said...

3420. Struggle for disabled children from Ukraine continues in host countries

A recent survey conducted by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has revealed that approximately 12% of families who fled Ukraine due to the conflict have at least one member with a disability....