Today, ’s weather: Afternoon rains, rising temps
Fact: Wednesday will see increased clouds with isolated afternoon rains and storms mainly in the mountains, parts of the interior, and the east.
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We are what we eat: The dangers pesticides pose in the marine environment
Fact: In April 2023, Dr Ime Akanyeti, Dr Beste Oymen, and Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre started the PestSeaCides project to identify and quantify pesticides in the marine environment of Cyprus.
Environmental groups demand release of Akamas investigation findings
Fact: Environmental groups are demanding the immediate publication of the final findings of an administrative investigation into illegal interventions in Akamas.
Cost-benefits of electricity cable expected by end of month
Fact: The first results of the cost-benefit study for the Greece-Cyprus Great Sea Interconnector electricity project are anticipated to be unveiled by the end of May.
‘No unsolvable problems’ between Turkey and Greece
Fact: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during talks in Ankara that there were “no unsolvable problems” between their countries.
Greek and Turkish leaders set for talks to maintain positive momentum
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will visit Turkey on Monday for talks with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan aimed at maintaining positive momentum in bilateral ties. During the visit, they will discuss issues ranging from technology, tourism, and economic ties to counter-terrorism and migration.
Today, ’s weather: Overcast and rainy
Fact: Monday will start off cloudy with isolated showers and possible thunderstorms in the eastern half of the island.
A street food fiesta by the sea
– The Seaside Street Food Festival is a three-day event taking place in Limassol from May 24 to 26 at the Municipal Gardens.
– The festival will feature a variety of dishes from around the world including burgers, souvlakia, sushi, hot dogs, pasta dishes, desserts, Mexican food, pizzas, vegetarian meals, ice creams, and more.
– There will also be a selection of drinks available such as ice-cold beers, bubble tea, wine, signature cocktails, beers, and juices.
– The festival will include live entertainment with DJs performing each night and three live acts scheduled to perform.
– The event is popular among visitors and offers a fun experience for the whole family before the summer season officially begins.
‘Cyprus ready to negotiate with Turkey over energy’
Fact: The Greek Cypriot side is ready to sit at the negotiation table and solve the Cyprus problem.
Turkey’s Plan B on Cyprus
Ankara is undermining the UN Secretary General’s envoy on Cyprus and is moving towards implementing Plan B for two states. The envoy’s efforts have not progressed, and the occupation side is pushing for the envoy’s contract not to be renewed. Ankara is focused on upgrading the pseudo-state and preparing for recognition.