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1. Hidden threat: Trifluoroethanoic acid found in European drinking water

A recent study has uncovered a concerning issue in Europe's drinking water: the presence of trifluoroethanoic acid (TFA), a chemical that current tests don't detect. The study, conducted by PAN Europe, found TFA in tap water and bottled mineral water across several European countries....

2. King Jason Zante Invites Guests to Experience the Art of Slow Living

On June 29th, 2024 King Jason Zante opens its doors and invites discerning travelers to embark on a journey of tranquillity......

3. Heatwave forces classes outdoors due to lack of air conditioning

As Cyprus endures a sweltering heatwave with temperatures reaching 45 degrees Celsius, public school teachers have been forced to hold classes outdoors due to the lack of air conditioning. The extreme heat has rendered classrooms unbearable, prompting educators to seek any available shade....

4. Delivery services halted for 4 hours in extreme heat

In response to an orange warning for extremely high temperatures, the Department of Labor Inspection (tee) of the Ministry of Labor and Social Insurance has mandated a halt to all outdoor heavy and moderate work between 12:00 and 16:00....

5. Beyonce's producer accused of repeated sexual assault

Grammy award-winning producer and songwriter The-Dream has been accused of rape and sexual battery, according to a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles...

6. UK ranked worst in world for underage drinking

Great Britain has the worst rate of child alcohol abuse worldwide, and more than half of children in England, Scotland and Wales have drunk alcohol by the age of 13, according to a report....

7. Employers' organizations cry foul as water price cap sparks debate

In a decision that pleased consumers but left employer organizations dissatisfied, the Council of Ministers approved a bill on Wednesday that grants the minister the authority to set a maximum price for specific products, ...

8. Family throws 6-year-old overboard on journey to Cyprus

In a heart-wrenching incident, a 6-year-old child lost his life during a treacherous voyage to Cyprus, prompting an investigation by the authorities....

9. Turkish Cypriot youths attacked during Troodos trip

A group of eight Turkish Cypriot youths, aged 20, faced a violent attack during a trip to Troodos, as reported by Turkish Cypriot media. ...

10. Embassy brew-haha: US scientist's ''salty'' tea tips stir controversy in the UK

An American scientist caused a diplomatic storm for her unconventional tea tips, including adding salt and microwaving...

11. Trimiklini scandal unveiled: 15-year licensing nightmare shakes state agencies

The Control Committee of the Parliament heard an outcry from the state services, who took almost 15 years to act on a series of illegal activities......

12. Cofounder, CEO, philanthropist, and now cowboy

The Meta chief's new addition to a list of titles comes as he revealed his latest venture is livestock farming....

13. What about the day after in Gaza? What about the days before?

A colleague of mine asked me the other day a very interesting question. Let's assume, he said, that Israel does manage to destroy Hamas somehow. What's the use? Will it not be revived otherwise in a few years time?...

14. Gaza's clean water shortage sparks health emergency

Palestinians who fled to southern Gaza, after warnings from Israel to leave their homes, are standing in line for hours to get contaminated water they believe is making them ill....

15. Bombs at the US Embassy

On November 30, 1963, just eight days after the assassination of John F. Kennedy, President Archbishop Makarios submitted to Vice President Dr. Fazil Kiouchuk the 13 points for improving the Constitution of the Republic of Cyprus. ...

16. Gaza: ''We are not Hamas!''

After days of devastating Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip, residents of the besieged enclave say there is no way to escape death....

17. ACM Christofides LTD joins Cyprus Cocktail Festival 2023

The 4th Cyprus Cocktail Festival, part of the prestigious Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, is excited to announce ACM Christofides LTD's significant involvement as a leading supplier. ...

18. Cows' fate exposes sinister 'Forever Chemicals''

Despite their name, “forever chemicals” haven’t been widely understood for very long –– by most members of the public, at least....

19. Tepco plant discharges radioactive water into Pacific

Japan has begun discharging more than 1m tonnes of tainted water into the Pacific Ocean from the wrecked Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in a move that has prompted China to announce an immediate blanket ban on all seafood imports from Japan and sparked anger in nearby fishing communities....

20. Hollywood studio enforces mask mandates amid rising COVID-19 cases

Hollywood studio Lionsgate is returning to mask mandates for many of its employees amid rising COVID-19 cases reported in Los Angeles....

21. India makes history, first to land on moon's south pole

India made history Wednesday, becoming the first to land on the south pole region of the moon....

22. Outdoor work suspended amid heat wave

The Labor Inspection Department has issued a directive mandating the suspension of all heavy and medium outdoor work, as well as activities involving the transportation or delivery of goods using two-wheeled vehicles or personal mobility devices, due to the ongoing heat wave....

23. Coping with the heatwave

The Meteorology Department has issued a new yellow warning for a scorching heatwave expected on Monday....

24. Cyprus on high alert at 42°C

The Meteorological Service of Cyprus has issued a warning for an impending heatwave, with temperatures soaring up to 42 degrees Celsius on Friday....

25. Ηead & Hand: Akamantis by artist Kyriaki Costa

26. 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....

27. Party rape suspect acquitted after prosecutor blunder

A young man was acquitted of rape charges last week after a Limassol court raised doubt over lack of consent by the female accuser, who woke up dizzy and naked on the bed of a rental property after a fraternity party...

28. Cheers to National Iced Tea Day!

As the scorching summer days approach, there's nothing quite as satisfying as quenching your thirst with a cool and flavorful glass of iced tea....

29. Deaths confirmed after Kherson dam collapse

Rescue teams have been working round the clock in Kherson and the surrounding districts searching for survivors stranded by the flooding....

30. Cypriot professor Phoebe Koundouri honored for contribution to Science

On Thursday, the 23rd of March, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri was awarded the Academy of Athens Excellence in Science Award 2023 for her contribution to the advancement of the Science of the Marine Environment by the President of the Academy of Athens, Michael-Konstantinos Stathopoulos, and the Secretary-General, Christos Zerefos....