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91. Fowl play: Customs scramble to seize 92 kilos of smuggled chicken

Cyprus Customs officials recently seized over 92 kilograms of chicken, animal offal, and eggs, along with hundreds of duty-free cigarettes, during inspections at Pyla and Agios Dometios....

92. Cyprus cracks down on Easter food safety with island-wide inspections

As Cypriots prepare for their Easter feasts, the Ministry of Agriculture is stepping up efforts to ensure that what ends up on the table is safe, fresh, and exactly what it claims to be....

93. Chewing gum found to release microplastics into saliva, study reveals

A new pilot study suggests that chewing gum may be an unexpected source of microplastic ingestion....

94. Welcome home, Panagis!

After a long journey and months of care, Panagis, the Mediterranean monk seal who captured hearts last year, is finally heading back to the Cypriot seas. ...

95. Foxes roam central Nicosia, sparking curiosity and concern

Foxes have been spotted in central Nicosia, raising both interest and concern among residents. ...

96. Cyprus leads Europe in natural pest control, saving the environment one owl at a time

Cyprus has achieved a remarkable 60% reduction in rodenticide use within just three years, thanks to an innovative national plan that enlists barn owls as natural rodent hunters....

97. Scientists warn about the health risks of bottled water and microplastics

Recent research has uncovered alarming health risks associated with drinking bottled water, primarily due to microplastics....

98. COVID-19 lab leak ''highly likely''

Germany’s intelligence agency estimates there is an 80-90% probability that the coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese laboratory....

99. Lost in Troodos for days, but found through kindness

After several harrowing days lost in the frigid Troodos Mountains, Balou, the beloved family dog, has finally been found safe and well—thanks to an outpouring of support from the community....

100. Retired hens are living their best lives, and helping save Cyprus’ olive groves

In the rolling foothills of Troodos, where olive trees stretch toward the Mediterranean sun, a small army of retired hens is proving that life after egg-laying can be just as meaningful. ...

101. Flamingo numbers plummet in Cyprus, sparking concerns for wetland health

The wintering population of flamingos in Cyprus has reached alarmingly low levels, particularly at the Akrotiri Salt Lake, according to a joint statement from BirdLife Cyprus and the Game and Wildlife Service....

102. No public health risk from animal farm, says Veterinary Services

The Veterinary Services in Cyprus have clarified that they have not received any complaints about a specific livestock farm, despite claims made by the Movement of Ecologists - Citizens' Cooperation on February 1. ...

103. Inspiring compassion for animals and hope for prisoners

The Animal Party Cyprus recently extended its message of love to all people and all creatures....

104. Lidl strengthens its international commitment to conscious nutrition together with WWF

Lidl is advancing its commitment to conscious nutrition by further aligning its product range with the Planetary Health Diet (PHD)1 by 2050. By 2030, Lidl will increase the proportion of plant-based foods sold, such as plant-based protein sources, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, by 20 percent compared to 2022. As the first retailer to apply WWF’s methodology across all 31 Lidl countries with stores, Lidl brings transparency to its offerings across all food groups, empowering customers to make more environmentally conscious and healthier choices. To address global challenges, like climate change, biodiversity loss and diet-related diseases we need to transform our food system2....

105. CNN's Hero of the Year is healing hearts and saving dogs

Stephen Knight, the founder of Dogs Matter, was celebrated as CNN’s Hero of the Year for 2024, recognized for his heartfelt mission of fostering dogs while their owners focus on overcoming addiction....

106. Miniature therapy horses in Greece bring joy despite struggles

A shy smile spreads across 9-year-old Josifina’s face as she strokes a tiny gray horse....

107. Danish farmers to pay tax on livestock farts and burps

Denmark is making headlines with a groundbreaking new tax: a belch and manure tax....

108. Baby seal ''Panagis'' rescued after losing its mother (video)

A heartwarming rescue mission has brought hope to the Cypriot seas as baby seal ''Panagis'' was saved after the death of its mother due to complications during birth....

109. Von der Leyen unveils new European Commission lineup

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled the list of new commissioners, including Kostas Kadis from Cyprus, who has been appointed as Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans. ...

110. Doritos food color can turn mouse skin transparent

111. Ancient Cypriot settlement reveals child burial and early metallurgy

Excavations at the ancient Chalcolithic settlement of Chlorakas-Palloures in Cyprus have unveiled remarkable insights into life on the island 5,000 years ago,...

112. WHO declares Mpox outbreak a global health emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing mpox outbreak in Africa a global health emergency, citing concerns about the spread of a deadlier strain of the virus. ...

113. Greece battles major sheep and goat plague in 11 regions

New cases of sheep and goat plague are expected in Greece, with 35 outbreaks already reported across 11 of the country's 13 regions, according to Agriculture Minister Kostas Tsiaras. Movement and slaughter bans will remain in effect next week to curb the spread....

114. Turkish stray dog law ignites protests over threat of mass killings

Turkish legislators have approved a controversial law aimed at removing millions of stray dogs from the country’s streets, a move that animal rights activists fear could lead to widespread euthanasia or overcrowded shelters....

115. Dog found eating wood to survive

An allegation of dog abuse was reported to our website and shared on social media....

116. Asian elephant receives first-ever mRNA vaccine for deadly virus

Tess, a 40-year-old Asian elephant at the Houston Zoo, has become the first to receive an mRNA vaccine targeting the lethal elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus (EEHV). ...

117. Cyprus faces growing threat from drug-resistant bugs: Is there hope?

In a bid to tackle a global health challenge, Cyprus is ramping up efforts to reduce the use of antibiotics in its livestock sector. This initiative comes as antimicrobial resistance poses a serious threat worldwide, leading to millions of deaths annually....

118. Green Line: Trade and crossings surge, irregular migration declines

Trade and personal crossings across the Green Line in Cyprus saw significant increases in 2023, while irregular migration dropped by more than 50%, according to the annual European Commission report on the implementation of the Green Line Regulation published Thursday....

119. Visually impaired paralympian blocked from competing due to UK guide dog policy

A Paralympic swimmer set to compete in this summer’s Games says his career is at risk after post-Brexit policy changes barred him from flying in and out of the UK with his guide dog....

120. Israeli settler defies US sanctions, gains community aid to access frozen funds

For weeks after being sanctioned by the United States, Yinon Levi struggled to pay the bills, living at his farming outpost atop a hill in the occupied West Bank. But the Israeli settler’s problems didn’t last....