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When the Vikings met the Greeks (photos)

The mere utterance of the word Vikings, or Northmen as they were also known, used to strike fear in the hearts of the British just before and during the high middle ages, once these raiders found their way to the west and mainland Europe. Their contact with the French and British has been a subject of extensive research, not to mention successful movies and TV series.

Cartoon controversy

An incredible controversy about Cyprus is spreading between Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot state. The cartoon by local cartoonist Utku Karsu depicts a "landing ship" anchored at a Cypriot shore, bringing the island a group of criminals. The cartoon was first published in the "Kıbrıs" (Cyprus) newspaper of failed business tycoon Asil Nadir.

15-20% Growth in the Village Tourism, Association of Bulgarian Villages

This year has been very successful for the development of village tourism, which has grown by 15-20%, surpassing the forecast 10-15%, the chairman of the Association of Bulgarian Villages (ABV), Borislav Borisov, according to Inews. 

Data for August-September are very positive and perhaps the 20% growth will be surpassed in some places, Borisov commented.

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