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121. Israeli jets target Hezbollah rocket launchers amid escalating tensions

Israeli jets launched extensive airstrikes on Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon early Sunday, in what the Israeli military described as a "pre-emptive" action against the Lebanon-based militant group....

122. ‘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......

123. Dog shelter in Poland uses cottages instead of kennels

At Dog Village in Przemysl, Poland, adoptable dogs enjoy a unique living arrangement: their own cottage homes instead of traditional kennels....

124. Cyprus authorities probe house construction near river Kryos

Cypriot authorities are investigating a house construction project near the Kryos River in Pano Platres after concerns were raised about its proximity to the river....

125. First-ever mRNA vaccine for lung cancer begins human trials

Doctors have launched the first clinical trial of an mRNA vaccine designed to treat lung cancer, a groundbreaking step that could significantly impact survival rates....

126. Fifth body yet to be retrieved as Sicilian rescue efforts continue

The search for the sixth and final missing person from a sunken superyacht off the coast of Sicily is set to resume this morning....

127. Ukraine passes law to ban Russia-linked church

Ukrainian lawmakers on Tuesday passed a law banning the activities of a Russia-affiliated branch of the Orthodox Church, marking a significant break with an institution Kyiv has accused of aiding Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. ...

128. 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....

129. Lynch’s co-defendant killed in car crash before yacht tragedy in Sicily

Stephen Chamberlain, the former vice president of finance at Autonomy, was struck and killed by a car while jogging on Saturday, just days before his co-defendant, British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, went missing after a yacht sank off the coast of Sicily....

130. Ships collide in disputed waters, China blames Philippines

131. Fans could be fined €1,000 for bringing banned items to sport games

Fans attending sports events are being warned that bringing prohibited items into a venue could result in criminal charges and fines of up to €1,000....

132. U.S. approves $5 billion sale of patriot missiles to Germany

The United States has approved the sale of 600 Patriot air defense missiles to Germany, the Pentagon announced late Thursday. The deal is valued at approximately $5 billion (€4.6 billion) and aims to bolster Germany’s national and territorial defense, enhancing its interoperability with U.S. and NATO forces....

133. Russia suspects US approval in Nord Stream pipeline attack, vows retribution

Russia's ambassador to Washington asserted on Friday that Ukraine would not have attacked the Nord Stream gas pipelines without at least tacit approval from the United States, and vowed that Russia would hold those responsible accountable....

134. Power issue may have sparked deadliest wildfire in Greece

Investigators suspect a faulty power cable may have caused Greece’s worst wildfire this year, said sources close to a probe over the blaze that killed one woman and torched 10,000 hectares near Athens, covering a total area about the size of Paris....

135. Twitter hit with €550,000 fine for firing worker over Musk’s email

Twitter has been ordered to pay a record €550,000 (£470,000) to Gary Rooney, a former senior employee at its Dublin office, after being found to have unfairly dismissed him....

136. ''The Notebook'' star, Gena Rowlands, dies at 94

Gena Rowlands, a renowned American actress famous for roles in films like *The Notebook* and *Another Woman,* has passed away at the age of 94....

137. 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....

138. Harris campaign criticizes Trump-Musk interview as 'self-obsessed'

Former President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk engaged in a friendly conversation on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, though their highly anticipated interview was delayed by over 40 minutes due to technical issues....

139. Putin confirms Ukraine holds 28 settlements

Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterized Ukraine's recent incursion into Russia's Kursk region as an effort to undermine Moscow’s military operations in eastern Ukraine. This attack has prompted the evacuation of around 100,000 people....

140. Paris bids farewell to Olympics with stunning closing ceremony

The Olympic flame was extinguished Sunday as French swimmer Léon Marchand took one last breath, bringing an end to the Paris Summer Games....

141. Cypriot athlete Tugolukova 16th in Paris Olympics

Cyprus’ Vera Tugolukova placed 16th overall in Rhythmic Gymnastics at the 33rd Olympic Games in Paris....

142. Marina Satti to headline Wave Pool Party in Ayia Napa

Two highly anticipated Wave Pool Parties will take place at WaterWorld Waterpark in Ayia Napa this August, promising an experience to remember. ...

143. Hezbollah threatens imminent attack on Israel

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah addressed supporters via video during a ceremony commemorating top commander Fuad Shukr, killed by an Israeli airstrike a week earlier. ...

144. 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....

145. Russian athletes banned from TV and opening at Paris Olympics

In Russia, the Olympics are not broadcast on television, and some politicians and media have labeled athletes competing in Paris as traitors. ...

146. Nicosia takes lead in crisis prep for Lebanon evacuation

The Republic of Cyprus is closely monitoring regional developments as tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah, following an Iranian strike....

147. Marios Georgiou achieves historic Olympic finish despite fall

Cypriot gymnast Marios Georgiou made history as one of the country's top Olympic performers, finishing sixth in the horizontal bar event with a score of 13.333. ...

148. Blinken warns of possible Iran-Hezbollah attack on Israel in 48 hours

Secretary of State Tony Blinken alerted his G7 counterparts on Sunday that an attack by Iran and Hezbollah against Israel could begin as early as Monday, according to three sources briefed on the call....

149. Ten months after Hamas attack, conflict continues

Ten months after Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, the Middle East is currently at a critical juncture....

150. Rain or shine, it's a wild weather ride!

In a surprising twist, Cyprus is experiencing a mix of summer showers and unpredictable weather patterns. Several areas of the island have been treated to a refreshing rain, and according to the Meteorological Service, tonight will bring more excitement with locally increased low clouds, especially along the coast....