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121. Why aren't Cyprus schools using digital books?

In recent days, there has been much discussion, particularly on social media, regarding our country's position on philagognosia (love of reading)....

122. Poverty line for family of 4 in occupied Cyprus at 27,402 TL (€953)

The Turkish Cypriot Civil Servants' union (KTAMS) has set the poverty line for a family of four at 27,402 Turkish liras (approximately €953), according to a recent study....

123. ''I read it on the internet''

The other day, a colleague at work shared his thoughts with me about the so-called ''woke agenda.'' He argued that it actually serves ''the economic interests of powerful multinationals.''...

124. Back-to-school shopping spikes as prices fluctuate

in an article written by Kathimerini's Anna Polyviou, back-to-school shopping is in full swing with the new school year just around the corner. Consumers scramble to buy essentials like clothing, footwear, stationery, and school bags, taking advantage of a wide variety of products and offers to suit their needs and budgets....

125. Greece tightens bank statement rules for schengen visa

Travelers planning to visit Greece need a Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen Area. ...

126. ‘Unsinkable’ yacht took 16 minutes to sink, not 60 seconds, CEO claims

The CEO of the company that built the superyacht Bayesian has claimed that the crew had 16 minutes to warn passengers before the vessel sank during a violent storm near Palermo, Sicily. Giovanni Costantino......

127. Pafos International Street Festival to showcase world-renowned performers

Paphos will host the Pafos International Street Festival from August 26 to September 1, showcasing street performers from around the world. ...

128. Medical services on high alert for potential Mpox cases

The relevant medical services in Cyprus are on high alert to address any potential cases of Mpox (monkeypox) that might be detected, despite the low risk of such an occurrence, according to the Director of Medical Services and Public Health Services, Elisavet Constantinou....

129. Menendez resigns from Senate after bribery conviction

Bob Menendez's resignation from the U.S. Senate became official Tuesday, following his July conviction on bribery charges. ...

130. TUI halts day trips to occupied areas of Cyprus

TUI, Europe’s largest tour operator, has announced that it will stop organizing day trips from the free areas of Cyprus to the occupied territories starting August 31. ...

131. World’s oldest person Maria Branyas dies at 117

Maria Branyas, an American-born Spaniard and the world's oldest person at 117, has passed away, her family announced....

132. EU Commissioner salaries: Over €310,000 a year

As the European Commission prepares to unveil its 26 new Commissioners, Cyprus has nominated former Minister and Professor Kostas Kadis for the role....

133. Why we failed as a country

In July, the resilience of Cypriot society was tested once again as it faced yet another challenge, underscoring its entrapment in heavy fuel oil. This entrapment translates into an annual fine of €200 million due to emissions. ...

134. Nicosia faces financial strain amid local government reforms

In an article in this Sunday's Kathimerini, Apostolos Tomaras writes that Just two months into the tenure of Cyprus’ new local government, the Nicosia Municipality is grappling with significant financial challenges, raising concerns about its ability to comply with legal requirements....

135. Leventis Museum's 'Nicosia 1950-1960' exhibit opens May 28

The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia is set to launch the second phase of its photographic series, “Three Photographic Routes – Nicosia: People and Places.” ...

136. Seoul breaks heat record with 26 warm nights

Seoul has recorded its 26th consecutive "tropical night," where temperatures remain above 25 degrees Celsius from sunset to dawn, marking a new historic milestone since meteorological records began in 1907....

137. Young Cypriot preserves traditional basketry craft

At just 36 years old, Athinodoros Georgiou from Pachyammos Tillyria is dedicated to preserving the art of basketry, a tradition passed down from his grandparents. His passion for this craft began in childhood, inspired by his grandparents' involvement in traditional arts....

138. Videos going viral capture the hidden wonders of Cyprus

A recent morning show on SPOR FM 95.0's Proti Pasha highlighted a viral video showcasing Cyprus's stunning landscapes. The video's creator, Stefanos Savvas, introduced his project "On the Island" and the team behind it, which aims to reveal Cyprus’s lesser-known natural beauty....

139. Nearly 50,000 heat-related deaths in Europe in 2023

In 2023, nearly 50,000 people in Europe died due to extreme heat, making it one of the deadliest years in the last decade, according to a study published in Nature Medicine. ...

140. Tatar slams Cyprus-Israel military cooperation

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar criticized the Greek Cypriot administration, claiming its unilateral actions are endangering the island of Cyprus....

141. No survivors after plane crashes in residential area in Sao Paulo

A tragic plane crash in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, has left all 62 people on board dead after the aircraft plummeted into a residential area in the municipality of Vinhedo, local authorities confirmed on Friday....

142. Paphos Mayor, TEPAK discuss urgent student housing needs

Paphos Mayor Phaedonas Phaedonos met with representatives from the Cyprus University of Technology (TEPAK) student union to discuss the newly constructed student housing facilities. ...

143. Paphos Municipality cracks down on unauthorized port practices

Under the leadership of the Paphos Municipality, various agencies responsible for the operation and management of the Paphos port have joined forces to tackle illegal activities and improve the services provided to visitors and professionals. ...

144. Limassol man duped out of €30,000 in cryptocurrency scam

145. Tommy Robinson discovered in Cyprus as UK demands his arrest

Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has provoked Cypriot police over their offer to assist British authorities in taking action against him....

146. Corruption at the heart of the Cyprus problem

Is there any doubt that corruption is a major reason why the Cyprus problem remains unresolved? A recent example is the Vasiliko case, the construction project of the ''Liquefied Natural Gas Storage and Regasification Terminal'' in Vasiliko....

147. Cyprus sees breakthrough in identifying missing persons

A new approach to gathering information on the whereabouts of missing persons in Cyprus has yielded significant results, according to Anna Aristotelous, Head of Humanitarian Affairs for Missing Persons and the Enclaved. ...

148. Lidl celebrates its successful sponsorship of the UEFA EURO 2024

• Lidl's sponsorship of the biggest football event in Europe, as an Official Partner of UEFA EURO 2024™, signaling the company's first international participation in football....

149. Woman boxer withdraws in tears after losing to 'biological male' boxer in 46 seconds

In one of the most controversial matches in Olympic boxing history, Italy's Angela Carini lost to Algerian boxer Imane Khelif in just 46 seconds. Carini, visibly distraught, threw her helmet to the floor and called the outcome "unjust."...

150. Olympic Men's Triathlon postponed due to Seine water contamination

The men's triathlon at the Olympic Games has been postponed due to poor water quality in the River Seine, despite significant investments in infrastructure. ...