Author:  Patrick Dewhurst AN island-wide end to much-resented water restrictions was announced this week by Agriculture Minister Michalis Polynikis following a spell of heavy rain that has filled reservoirs to almost 50 per cent capacity. The decision has no doubt been welcomed by residents and the island's hapless farming community Full story

Author:  Sebastian Heller THE Orthodox Archbishop of Karelia and All Finland, Leo Makkonen, is currently on the island for a one week visit. Full story