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6031. Cyprus reads support into EU Council draft

The inclusion of a specific reference to the Cyprus problem in the text of the conclusions of the forthcoming European Council reflects the support of the EU and partners to reunification efforts, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said in a discussion on the preparation of the meeting, during the General Affairs Council held on Tuesday in Luxembourg...

6032. Nicosia encourages green transportation with new policy

Effective Saturday, July 1, the Nicosia Municipal Council will implement new parking fees in municipal parking areas, following a decision made on April 20, 2023. ...

6033. Acknowledging borders' critical functions

Migration is a complex issue with various causes that differ across seasons and regions....

6034. Russia to close investigation into mercenary-led rebellion

Russian authorities said Tuesday they have closed a criminal investigation into the aborted armed rebellion led by mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin and are pressing no charges against him or his troops....

6035. A taste of nature: New restaurant opens at Minthis Lifestyle Resort, offering a culinary journey

6036. Weak seasonal low pressure impacts area

Today's weather forecast indicates a predominantly clear day, although sporadic patches of clouds may appear throughout the region....

6037. Nicosia silent as Iran questions terror plot story

The Cypriot government remains silent over an alleged thwarted attack orchestrated by Tehran on Israeli targets on the island, with the Iranian embassy dismissing the news story and calling it a 'Zionist conspiracy' aimed at driving a wedge between Nicosia and Tehran...

6038. Debate on fuel from north misfires ahead of protest

Greek Cypriot gas station owners are livid with government officials who told the public it is not illegal to buy Turkish Cypriot gasoline, sparking a chaotic debate on Tuesday as protesting fuel dealers move to block motorists from entering the north...

6039. Congratulatory phone call seals Greek-Turkish NATO chat

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet on the sidelines of a NATO summit in Vilnius next month, Mitsotakis' office said on Monday, a day after he won a national election...

6040. Interest rate increases boost Cypriot banks' 2022 profits to €177 million

Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank generated a combined profit of €164.7 Million in Q1 2023, Driven by interest rate increases....

6041. Horse saved from deep pit in Italy

In a remarkable rescue operation, a horse was saved from peril after being trapped in a deep pit in Lazio, central Italy....

6042. Ministry launches summer public schools program

The Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth (MESY) has officially announced the commencement of the "Summer Public Schools (SPS) Programme" today, marking the beginning of a five-week initiative that will run until July 28, 2023. ...

6043. Man caught with fake passport bound for Ireland

Police in Paphos arrested two individuals for forgery and identity fraud....

6044. Behind-the-scenes insights in parliament

Journalism is also called the "fourth estate," not because it has institutional power, but because it can function as a supplementary force in the governance of a place. ...

6045. Drug-related deaths surge in Vienna

A new UN report said the number of people suffering from drug use disorders had skyrocketed in the last 10 years....

6046.  Land sales surge in Akamas

The irregularities observed within Akamas' protected area, as highlighted in last Sunday's report by "K," appear to be just one aspect of a broader issue emerging in anticipation of the implementation of the local plan in September....

6047. Hollywood mogul testifies in Netanyahu corruption trial

Hollywood mogul Arnon Milchan began his testimony in the corruption trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, in a court session that was broadcast live from an English seaside town direct to Jerusalem....

6048. Plot unthickens in thwarted attack against Israelis in Cyprus

Cyprus Police were kept out of the loop in an alleged thwarted terrorist plot against Jewish targets on the island, even as the case emerged in local media after a bomb had gone off at the home of an Israeli businessman in Limassol...

6049. ''A government 'Sans Famille'''

The title does not pertain to Hector Malot's novel, ''Sans Famille'' (''Without Family''). It relates to the response that the President of the Republic had to provide, in answer to a question from an esteemed colleague at "K" newspaper, Marina Oikonomidou,...

6050. Clear skies, moderate winds and above-average temperatures

Today's weather will be predominantly clear, although there may be some localized low clouds initially. Winds will be coming from the southwest to northwest, ...

6051. Wagner mutiny exposes the fragile balance in Putin's regime

The Wagner mutiny, which lasted less than 24 hours, was the result of a toxic mix of jealousy, rivalry, and ambition that had been brewing for months....

6052. Conservatives storm to victory in repeat Greek election

Greece's conservative New Democracy party stormed to victory in a parliamentary election on Sunday with voters giving reformist Kyriakos Mitsotakis another four-year term as prime minister...

6053. Creating tasty flavors from leftover food

Tyler Malek's ice cream parlors in Los Gatos, California, are actively embracing the upcycling movement by crafting premium ice cream flavors from leftover food....

6054. It's clear skies ahead through Monday

A weak seasonal low-pressure system is currently affecting the region, bringing mostly clear conditions for today....

6055. Cyprus receives funding for Nicosia motorway

The European Commission has announced a significant investment of €6.2 billion to co-finance 107 infrastructure projects aimed at promoting sustainable, safe, and efficient transport throughout the EU....

6056. Hellenic Bank rakes in €69.7 million in profits during Q1 of 2023

Hellenic Bank has reported a profit of €69.7 million for the first quarter of 2023, signaling a strong start to the year. ...

6057. Limassol Beer Festival returns with a bang

The highly anticipated MEDFEST - Limassol Beer Festival is set to make its grand return for its fourth edition, promising an even bigger and more impressive experience....

6058. Exploring authentic Cypriot products with passion and tradition

The journey of "Gastronomo" to explore and promote authentic Cypriot products continues. In March, they organized six blind tastings* over three different days, where "G" tasters sampled 62 different product labels. ...

6059. Experts to take charge of high-profile corruption cases

The Anti-Corruption Authority has initiated investigations and assessments of the complaints it has received....

6060. Exceptional Real Estate Investment Opportunities by AstroBank