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1471. Thousands of Armenians flee Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone

Tens of thousands of ethnic Armenians have fled from Nagorno-Karabakh since the territory surrendered to Azerbaijan on 20 September....

1472. Cyprus aids Lebanon to tackle migration flows

Cyprus has taken robust measures to address the escalating migration flows from the east, particularly from Lebanon, in close collaboration with its neighbor....

1473. UN Peacekeeping Force asserts continued use of Ledra Palace

The UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintain control of Ledra Palace, a historic hotel located in the Nicosia buffer zone, dismissing speculations about its return to the Church of Cyprus....

1474. Negotiations on Cyprus EEZ and Chevron continue amid disagreements

Two days of negotiations regarding the development plan (FDP) for block "12" ("Aphrodite") within the Cypriot Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) have concluded in Nicosia. These discussions involved the Ministry of Energy and senior officials from the consortium responsible for its management, which includes Chevron, Shell, and NewMed Energy....

1475. Senator Menendez faces federal charges in court today

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine Menendez arrived in federal court on Wednesday to face charges of taking bribes from three New Jersey businessmen, as calls for the senator's resignation from his fellow Democrats escalated....

1476. War in Ukraine nears potential 'dirty deal' conclusion

Thomas Friedman, American political commentator, author and weekly columnist for The New York Times, tells Kathimerini that the ongoing war in Ukraine will probably be resolved with “a dirty deal” that will include the loss of a part of eastern Ukraine in exchange for Kyiv’s accession to NATO and the European Union....

1477. 91% repatriation rate achieved in Cyprus

Today marks the tenth collaborative effort between the Cyprus Police and European countries, orchestrated under the guidance of the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, Frontex....

1478. A heartfelt account of the days preceding Thanasis' death

In a poignant and distressing post, Ms. Andriana Nikolaou, a grieving mother, continues her relentless quest for justice following the tragic loss of her son, Thanasis....

1479. Gatwick airport cuts flights amid covid outbreak

1480. Doxa is gone, but damage is done

One way was considered for days the resignation of Doxa Komodromou from the Presidential. ...

1481. Notorious Italian mafia boss succumbs to cancer after 30 years on the run

Italian Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, who was convicted of multiple murders and was arrested in January after spending 30 years on the run, has died of cancer, officials said on Monday....

1482. UN envoy appointment sparks tensions in New York talks

The appointment of a UN envoy on Cyprus was rejected by Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, during his meeting on Saturday with the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres in New York. ...

1483. Turkish Cypriots warn of drastic demographic changes

Turkish Cypriots feel in danger New Cyprus Party General Secretary Murat Kanatli said on Friday, adding that they feel that the demographic structure in the Turkish occupied areas is at a crucial point....

1484. Tax return deadline extended to October 31

The Finance Ministry has announced an extension of the tax return submission deadline for the year 2022 until October 31, 2023, at 23:59. This extension comes after a proposal presented to the Council of Ministers....

1485. Zero-risk politicians: The Doxa Komodromou scandal unveiled

The Doxa Komodromou scandal and the shocking revelations that have emerged present a paradox. It's not just about her remaining in her position; it's also about the complete silence that followed these disclosures within the Presidential Office. ...

1486. Presidency in prolonged crisis

The United Nations General Assembly in New York proved to be a critical test for Nikos Christodoulides during his first year in office, as well as a highly significant personal and political endeavor. On one hand, he aimed to use the platform of these meetings to communicate a positive message regarding the Cyprus problem. ...

1487. President honors Xenophon Kallis, advocate for the missing

Cyprus’ President Nikos Christodoulides, expressed his sorrow for the passing of Xenophon Kallis, noting his dedication to the struggle to ascertain the fate of the missing persons....

1488. The charms of a forgotten neighborhood

In Seat 7A, I don my mask and fasten my seatbelt, opening my book. ...

1489. Family sues Google over bridge collapse death

The family of a North Carolina man who died trying to cross a collapsed bridge is suing Google for negligence, saying it's responsible for directing him along the route, their lawyers announced Wednesday....

1490. €5,000 fine for flashing your lights? This is Cyprus!

The news quickly spread, landing somewhere between the wildly unbelievable and downright absurd. Yet, in Cyprus, a place where the unusual is just another day in paradise, it gained traction....

1491. Bank refunds $500,000 to elderly customer

From Australia comes a story of corporate responsibility in the face of personal tragedy as an elderly national bank depositor had nearly AUD$500,000 returned to him out of the bank’s own pockets. ...

1492. Christodoulides' UN call: A bold push for Cyprus reunification

In his address before the 78th UN General Assembly today, the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides, will emphasize six key areas of focus, with the majority centered on addressing the Cyprus problem and the prospects for resuming negotiations while referencing the foundation for a solution....

1493. US plane brings captives back home

The plane carrying five American citizens freed as part of a deal between the U.S. and Iran have now landed back home in the United States....

1494. Nikolaou's unexpected resignation causes stir in media

Giannakis Nikolaou, in a recent development, has expressed his intention to resign following the controversy surrounding journalist Despina Roussos' departure from the "Morning Itinerary" show....

1495. How University of Cyprus handles overtime pay

The University of Cyprus, led by its rector, Tassos Christofides, acknowledged that overtime was paid to Doxa Komodromou....

1496. Controversy deepens over overtime pay to deputy spokesperson

The controversy surrounding overtime payments for Deputy Government Spokesperson Doxa Komodromou has escalated, with revelations and calls for reimbursement by the Auditor General, Odysseas Michaelides....

1497. The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is your passport to health

The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is a valuable resource for European citizens, providing access to essential healthcare services during temporary stays in 27 European Union (EU) countries. ...

1498. Italy's cry for help: Facing a migrant surge amid EU discord

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has appealed for greater European support as her country confronts a surge of people fleeing north Africa, amid growing tensions between Rome and other EU capitals over migration policy....

1499. SSM chief urges banks to be prudent amidst soaring profits

The Chairman of the Single Supervisory Mechanism (SSM), Andrea Enria, has emphasized that the gains from high interest rates for banks will eventually come to an end....

1500. World-famous artist Botero breathes his last at 91

Fernando Botero, the Colombian whose voluptuous pictures and sculptures of overstuffed generals, bishops, prostitutes, housewives and other products of his whimsical imagination made him one of the world’s best-known artists, died Friday in Monaco. He was 91....