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3091. Record-breaking heatwave sweeps across region

The Meteorological Department has recently issued a yellow warning due to an impending heatwave, bringing extremely high temperatures....

3092. Ηead & Hand: Akamantis by artist Kyriaki Costa

3093. Turkish aircraft fly to Greece's wildfire rescue

Turkey has become the latest country to offer firefighting aircraft to Greece to assist in the battle against wildfires across the country....

3094. Farewell to an icon: Legendary singer Tony Bennett passes away at 96

Renowned performer Tony Bennett, known for his unique interpretations of the "Great American Songbook," passed away on Friday at the age of 96....

3095. Greece tops billionaires' Mediterranean getaways

Greece is this year's number one destination for billionaires in the Mediterranean, surpassing Italy, which traditionally was their top choice. However, according to the travel planners for the 1%, billionaires no longer want to go to Mykonos....

3096. Extreme heat expected during weekend

In the News Dissemination show, Mr. Cleanthes Nicolaides, Director of the Meteorological Service, spoke with Oriana Papadontoniou, analyzing the upcoming weather conditions....

3097. Government's solar power initiative for vulnerable homes

The government is currently working on the installation of free solar power systems for vulnerable individuals....

3098. NPL crisis highlights tug of war between borrowers and legislation

The concealment, or "camouflage," of non-performing loans (NPLs) in commercial banks before 2013 and their subsequent explosion have been, and may continue to be, the most significant challenge for the Cypriot economy. ...

3099. International aid rushed to support Greece

Wildfires burned for a third day west of the Greek capital Athens on Wednesday, destroying forests and homes and spurring evacuations, as authorities braced for a new heatwave that was likely to further stoke tinderbox conditions across the country....

3100. Extreme heat warning issued by Met Service

The Meteorology Department has recently released a new warning for extreme heat, alerting citizens to brace themselves for scorching temperatures....

3101. Athens wildfire affects almost 35,000 hectares

The area affected by the fire that broke out on July 17th in Neo Kouvara and spread to areas in Eastern Attica (Lagonisi, Saronida, Anavyssos) covers 34,724 hectares. ...

3102. EuroAsia Interconnector secures record-breaking contract

Paris-based Nexans will undertake the construction and installation of the High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Cable Systems, marking a significant milestone in the EuroAsia Interconnector project. ...

3103. Elementary school and kindergarten return to Turkish-occupied Kormakitis

On Wednesday, Athena Michaelidou, the Minister of Education, Sports, and Youth, announced that the Elementary School and Kindergarten in Turkish-occupied Kormakitis will reopen in September....

3104. Interior Ministry implements stricter measures for new asylum seekers

The Interior Ministry of Cyprus announced on Wednesday that international protection applicants who have arrived in the Republic of Cyprus from January 1, 2023, onwards will not be considered eligible candidates for the voluntary relocation program....

3105. Larnaca - Piraeus ferry ready to set sail in ten days

In ten days, on July 29, the Larnaca - Piraeus ferry line is set to launch, and the demand has surged, with the Daleela ferry already fully booked. According to Deputy Minister of Shipping, Marina Hadjimanoli, who spoke on the show "Διασπορά Ειδήσεων" on SPOR FM,...

3106. Cabinet announces members of Advisory Council

The Council of Ministers, chaired by President Nicos Christodoulides, convened today at the Presidential Palace. Following the meeting, Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis informed reporters of the Council's decision to appoint the following individuals as members of the Advisory Council:...

3107. New rule in NYC: Fines imposed for takeout extras

In an effort to reduce plastic use, New York will start fining restaurants and third-party delivery services that provide disposable utensils, soy sauce packets, and similar items without the customer requesting them....

3108. Promising drug slows Alzheimer's decline by 36%

A new drug that claims to slow mental decline caused by Alzheimer's by 36 percent could spell 'the beginning of the end' for the degenerative brain disease....

3109. Road safety concerns and uncontrolled access in Akamas National Forest Park

An incident in Akamas involving a four-wheeled motorbike falling off a cliff and injuring the driver has brought attention to the dangerous conditions of the road and the lack of protective measures. ...

3110. President and FM to join EU-CELAC meeting

Cyprus' President Nikos Christodoulides is set to participate in the Summit of the European Union and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) in Brussels on July 17 and 18....

3111. A platform with substance?

George Pamboridis revealed plans for an interactive political reform workshop, unveiling the establishment of a political platform during an interview with K. ...

3112. Heatstroke claims life, hospitalizes three amid scorching temperatures

One fatality and three hospitalizations due to heatstroke have been reported, according to Charalampos Charilaou, spokesperson of the State Health Services Organisation. ...

3113. Quest for justice in Thanasis' tragic death

Last Wednesday, many people gathered outside Legal Services to support Andriana Nikolaou in her battle for justice regarding her son's death, Thanasis....

3114. 'French icon' Jane Birkin dies at 76, world mourns loss

The singer, actress, and fashion icon Jane Birkin has died at the age of 76....

3115. Shanghai students do it Greek style

In the age of digital society and social media, a viral TikTok video has the power to transform lives and introduce an unexpected culture to the world. ...

3116. Court battle looms as Cyprus faces EU scrutiny over professional qualifications

The European Commission decided to refer Cyprus and Malta to the Court of Justice of the European Union for incorrect transposition of EU rules on the recognition of professional qualifications, ...

3117. Shake those summertime blues with a fun packed weekend

Looking for a thrilling weekend filled with entertainment options? This summer, you're in luck! From captivating theatre performances to electrifying music events and lively parties, there's no shortage of exciting activities to choose from....

3118. Man fined €120,000 for abandoning kittens

A fine of 120,000 euros was imposed on a 76-year-old resident of Rhodes for abandoning four kittens inside a cardboard box....

3119. EY Cyprus announces five new partners

EY Cyprus is pleased to announce that its management team has been strengthened with the addition of five new partners and five new directors in 2023, reaching the total number of 31 partners of whom 6 are women, and 17 directors of whom 8 are women....

3120. France showcases strength and diplomacy on Bastille Day

France celebrates its fête nationale every year with fireworks, concerts, and an extravagant military parade down the Champs-Élysées in the presence of the president, a bevy of politicians, and often a foreign head of state as an honored guest....