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61. Trump seeks approval for $1 billion arms sale to Israel

The Trump administration has formally asked Congress to approve a $1 billion arms package for Israel, including thousands of bombs and heavy-duty engineering equipment, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Monday....

62. President Christodoulides met today with the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Cyprus

President Nikos Christodoulides met earlier today at the Presidential Palace with Colin Stewart, the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Cyprus....

63. Trump addresses national challenges in First White House interview (VIDEOS)

In his first television interview since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump offered a wide-ranging assessment of national issues, asserting that America's challenges are "all solvable" and emphasizing the unity of the Republican congressional caucus....

64. Tatar rejects Christodoulides' package on crossing points

Ersin Tatar is considering sending a letter to the UN Secretary-General....

65. Cypriots losing confidence in solar energy amid frequent shutdowns

In recent years, Cyprus has been pushing hard to adopt renewable energy, particularly solar energy, by encouraging homeowners to install photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...

66. Chaos erupts at Blinken's final press conference over Gaza ceasefire deal

Secretary of State Antony Blinken's final press conference turned chaotic on Thursday when security forcibly removed two individuals who disrupted the event, accusing the U.S. government of complicity in the ongoing violence in Gaza. ...

67. Clear skies but watch out for the dust!

Good morning, and happy Friday! The weekend is just around the corner, and the weather is mostly cooperating—but let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the dust. ...

68. Cambridge law student sues over PhD failure

A Cambridge University law student has filed a lawsuit against the prestigious institution, claiming disability discrimination after failing his PhD and delaying his career as a barrister....

69. Greece cracks down on Airbnb rentals

In a bold step to address its worsening housing crisis, Greece has introduced sweeping legislation to clamp down on short-term rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb. ...

70. No prisoner escapes today, but plenty of political drama

We begin today’s column with breaking news: today, we haven’t had a single prisoner escape. Of course, it’s still morning, so we don’t know how the day will unfold....

71. Video shows handcuffed inmate fatally beaten

Shocking footage from body-worn cameras shows the violent treatment of Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate, by correctional officers at the Marcy Correctional Facility in New York....

72. Germany: Nine year old among the dead, 200 injured

A festive evening in the eastern German city of Magdeburg turned into a horrific tragedy on Friday when a car drove through a crowded Christmas market, killing five people, including a nine-year-old child, and injuring more than 200 others....

73. Cutting-edge American rifles boost Cyprus' security forces

According to a report by Kathimerini reporter Yiannis Ioannou, the ties between the United States and Cyprus continue to grow stronger, now making a practical impact on the field....

74. Sense of optimism surrounds roadblock talks

75. Actor surprises shoppers with Wicked tunes and holiday cheer

Jeff Goldblum gave a surprise performance at London’s St. Pancras International train station on Wednesday to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated Wicked movie....

76. US and Greek Embassies in Kyiv close amid major airstrike threat

The United States has temporarily closed its embassy in Kyiv, citing credible intelligence about a potential major airstrike on November 20. ...

77. Trump sues media companies over critical stories

As Donald Trump returns to the White House, he has escalated his legal actions against media organizations that have been critical of him. With only two months left before his second term, Trump, a convicted felon, has launched a series of lawsuits against outlets like the New York Times, Penguin Random House, and the Daily Beast....

78. Kamala's surprise SNL cameo sparks controversy over equal airtime

It’s nothing new. Presidents and presidential candidates popping up on Saturday Night Live to win over voters. And if you tuned in the other night, you saw Vice President Kamala Harris make a surprise appearance....

79. Trump accuses Democrats of dismissing his voters as ‘garbage’ in Wisconsin rally

Dressed as a sanitation worker and stepping into the cab of a garbage truck, former President Donald Trump took aim at Democrats on Wednesday......

80. North Korea sends 10,000 troops to aid Russia, sparking international alarm

Western leaders say North Korea has sent roughly 10,000 soldiers to bolster Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine, a move Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says risks escalating the conflict beyond Ukrainian borders....

81. Heart-wrenching video highlights the plight of children in Gaza

A heartbreaking video has emerged from Gaza, capturing the dire circumstances faced by children caught in the ongoing conflict. In the footage, a young girl walks barefoot on the road, ...

82. A picture is worth a thousand words!

Former President Donald Trump made an unusual appearance at a McDonald’s in suburban Pennsylvania on Sunday, attempting to present himself as......

83. New York meeting hints at progress amid stiff resistance

According to a report by Kathimerini's George Kakouris, an informal dinner in New York among key players in the Cyprus issue wrapped up with participants offering different takes on the outcome....

84. European Court ruling hits Cyprus over refugee return case

The past week has been a striking blow to the politics of Nikos Nouris, his supporters, and potential successors....

85. Repeated fires raise concerns at Paphos minors' shelter

A fire erupted Sunday morning at a facility for unaccompanied minors located in an apartment complex in Paphos....

86. Greek Cypriot dialect preserves Ancient Greek roots

Greek and Greek Cypriot dialects have distinct characteristics that have developed over millennia. ...

87. Cyprus’ luxury resort tied to Russia’s $230M Magnitsky scandal

Cypriot police are close to completing an investigation into allegations connecting a luxury resort to one of Russia’s biggest financial scandals, the Magnitsky case, according to police officials....

88. Kremlin pushes procreation amid declining birthrate, encourages 'sex at work'

Russia’s top health official has urged workers to consider procreation during breaks, as part of an effort to counter the country’s population decline, a move supported by President Vladimir Putin’s long-standing push for higher birth rates....

89. Hezbollah radio explosions leave 20 dead in Lebanon's deadliest day of conflict

Explosions from Hezbollah's communication devices rocked southern Lebanon for a second consecutive day, killing 20 people and injuring more than 450 in what has become the deadliest episode since cross-border hostilities with Israel intensified nearly a year ago. ...

90. Russia expels six British diplomats, accusing them of espionage

Russia has expelled six British diplomats, accusing them of espionage, in a move that escalates already strained relations between the two nations. The decision was made public Friday by Russian state media, although the expulsions occurred weeks ago....