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331. Pfizer doubles price of lifesaving COVID-19 drug to $1,390

The price of the lifesaving COVID-19 antiviral medication Paxlovid will more than double as the United States transitions out of the emergency phase of the pandemic, drugmaker Pfizer said Wednesday....

332. Biden admin criticized as official resigns over Israel policy

A veteran US state department official has quit over what he described as the Biden administration’s “intellectual bankruptcy” in sending more weapons and ammunition to Israel, as Gaza health officials said Israeli bombing had killed more than 3,700 people....

333. Assessing the dual impact of government's support measures

Recent days have witnessed crucial discussions surrounding measures to support households and businesses, a pressing necessity given the prevailing circumstances....

334. How government's new measures will cut power bills

The President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, announced a total of 11 measures with a direct impact, totaling €141 million, along with six Housing Policy measures amounting to €55 million on Thursday (19/10)....

335. What really happened at the Gaza hospital explosion?

In the midst of Israeli and Palestinian disputes regarding the bombing of Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza, the BBC's Verify service is working to piece together the events by scrutinizing videos, images, and other evidence, including eyewitness accounts....

336. Piki shares the government's tech-powered 6-year plan

The government is ramping up the execution of a series of projects, bolstering resources and expertise in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy, according to Irene Piki, Deputy Minister to the president....

337. Mobile units lead the way in sustainable disposal and awareness

Four mobile units are set to embark on a crucial mission across Cyprus, collecting hazardous household waste as part of a groundbreaking initiative established by the Ministry of Agriculture....

338. The surge of violence in the Middle East

The latest escalation of conflict in the Middle East marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing Arab-Israeli dispute....

339. Grazer takes crown in Alaska's Fat Bear Week

A "gutsy" brown bear described as "thicker than a bowl of oatmeal" has been crowned the champion of Alaska's annual Fat Bear Week competition....

340. Senator Menendez faces explosive new charges of Egypt connection

US senator Robert Menendez, who is already facing corruption charges, has now been accused of acting as a foreign agent of Egypt. ...

341. The Israeli war's impact on economy and energy prices

Economists have been examining the inevitable economic consequences of the war in Israel, particularly its influence on fuel and electricity costs....

342. Families reveal painful ordeal amid Israel's war

Amid the devastating war in Israel, relatives of hostages have had to learn of their kidnappings through frantic, whispered phone calls and videos posted to social media....

343. Electricity link connects Israel, Cyprus, Crete, and Greece

In a significant development for the energy sector, George Papanastasiou, the Minister of Energy, Trade, and Industry, expressed his warm welcome for the forthcoming implementation of the electricity interconnection project connecting Israel, Cyprus, Crete, and mainland Greece....

344. Israeli Military unearths 1,500 Hamas militant bodies

Israel’s military said about 1,500 bodies of Hamas militants were found in Israeli territory as, as it said it had largely gained control in the country’s south and “restored full control” over the border on the fourth day of fighting following an unprecedented surprise attack....

345. Deadly mirage for birds with over 1,000 fatal collisions in a single day

In a grim escalation of tensions, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have accused Hamas of taking "hostages and prisoners of war," according to Brig. Gen. Daniel Hagari, the IDF spokesperson....

346. World's dogs considering vegan diet for a greener planet

If all the world’s dogs went vegan it would save more greenhouse gas emissions than those produced by the UK, according to research advocating the environmental benefits of plant-based pets....

347. Former President's startling revelation about food

In April 2022, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy head of Russia’s Security Council, said on his Telegram channel: “Our food is our silent weapon. Silent — but formidable."...

348. Tourists spend over €1.5 billion, setting new high

The most recent data from the Statistical Service regarding tourism revenues are confirming expectations, as expressed by Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis in a recent interview with "K". It appears that this year could potentially set a new record for tourism revenues....

349. EU seeks centralized energy storage solution

As part of the Save and Upgrade plan, only eight applications have been submitted thus far for the installation of home storage systems. It's important to note that these grants exclude new homes, which are expected to meet almost zero energy consumption standards....

350. €370K worth of olive oil vanishes, police investigate

Approximately 37 tons of olive oil have been reported stolen from a prominent agricultural cooperative in Polygyros, a picturesque town nestled in the scenic region of Halkidiki, northern Greece. ...

351. House prices hold ground with annual gains

House prices were up on an annual basis in the second quarter of this year but remained more or less stable on a quarterly basis, a preliminary estimate released by the Cyprus Statistical Service on Tuesday shows....

352. Hellenic Train's revenue plummets after floods

Italian-owned railway operator Hellenic Train will reportedly seek to renegotiate its contract with the Greek state, sources have indicated, as the company faces massive revenue losses stemming from September’s floods in central Greece....

353. Inflation fears and green investments

The European Central Bank (ECB) has revised its inflation forecast upward, now predicting that inflation will reach 5.6% in 2023 and 3.2% in 2024. ...

354. French ski resort shuts down forever

Due to the effects of global warming that have led to a lack of snow, a ski resort in the French Alps, La Sambuy, has decided to cease operations permanently....

355. Thousands of Armenians flee Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone

Tens of thousands of ethnic Armenians have fled from Nagorno-Karabakh since the territory surrendered to Azerbaijan on 20 September....

356. Italy to immediately deport immigrants for false age claims

Foreigners who lie about their age to benefit from a protection scheme reserved for unaccompanied minors arriving in Italy will be deported under a security decree expected to be approved by Giorgia Meloni’s cabinet on Wednesday as part of her far-right government’s crackdown on irregular immigration....

357. Ministry of Education to combat school bullying

The Parliamentary Education Committee convened on Wednesday, September 27, to address the pressing issue of school bullying and juvenile delinquency....

358. 2024 budget points to surplus and debt reduction

The 2024 budget reflects the clear imprint of our policy priorities, President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides says in a written statement, adding that the fiscal balance for 2024 is estimated to be surplus, reaching 2.2% of GDP, while the medium-term goal, by 2026, is to reduce public debt to 60%....

359. Gatwick airport cuts flights amid covid outbreak

360. CBC lowers GDP growth projections for 2023 and 2024

The Central Bank of Cyprus has revised its growth projections for 2023 and 2024. They now expect GDP growth to be 2.4% in 2023 and 2.7% in 2024, down from their previous forecasts of 2.6% and 2.8%. This is due to Western sanctions against Russia and the fragile external environment affecting professional and non-tourism services....