John Malkovich coming to Cyprus

John Malkovich coming to Cyprus

Fact: The Cyprus International Theatre Festival will feature a performance by world-renowned American actor John Malkovich.

Closed for the summer: farewell to easy-living Polis campsite

Closed for the summer: farewell to easy-living Polis campsite

Fact: The Polis Chrysochous beach campsite, beloved by many for over 40 years, is undergoing a massive makeover after a ten-year legal battle, with plans to preserve existing vegetation, including iconic eucalyptus trees, and upgrade facilities.

Police arrest international gang in $686 mln medicinal cannabis scam

Police arrest international gang in $686 mln medicinal cannabis scam

Spanish police led an international operation to arrest a gang that defrauded 645 million euros from victims in 35 countries in a scam involving medicinal cannabis plants. The gang convinced victims to invest in the system through marketing tactics at international cannabis fairs. Nine suspects were detained in various countries on suspicion of fraud. The gang promised victims profits of up to 168% per year by financing the cultivation of cannabis plants. Luxury cars, hotel parties, and music videos were used in an advertising campaign. Police seized properties worth 2.6 billion euros and recovered cash and crypto currencies.

Cyprus Film Days kicks off with performance by Lia Haraki

Cyprus Film Days kicks off with performance by Lia Haraki

Fact: Lia Haraki will be at the helm of the opening ceremony as the Cyprus Film Days International Festival launches its 22nd edition in Limassol.

Pink Martini in Cyprus this summer

Pink Martini in Cyprus this summer

Fact: Pink Martini, a musical ensemble from Portland, Oregon, will be performing in Limassol on July 14 at the Marios Tokas Municipal Garden Theatre.