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181. Cyprus to host MED9 conference on cultural rights amid global crises

A conference on ''Cultural Rights in Times of Crisis - Contemporary Challenges and Perspectives'' will be held in Cyprus on September 16, within the framework of the 9 Mediterranean Member States of the EU (MED9), Summit....

182. 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. ...

183. Mental health over job security is Gen Z’s new workplace mantra

Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is expected to make up 27% of the global workforce by next year, according to the Guardian. ...

184. US leads Olympic medal count with 126, China follows closely

The Olympic Games have concluded, and the final medal tally reveals the United States once again dominating the overall count, securing a total of 126 medals. ...

185. The Olympics and the battle against fake news

In an article in this Sunday's Kathimerini, Brussels correspondent George Kakouris writes about how the 2024 Olympics were not only a showcase of athletic prowess but also a battleground for misinformation, with numerous false narratives circulating, particularly from Russian-language websites....

186. Cyprus rewards Olympians with substantial bonuses

Cypriot athletes are set to receive substantial financial rewards following their performances at the Paris Olympics, reflecting the nation's commitment to honoring its sports stars....

187. Norway powers up with the world’s first wireless charging road for EVs (vid)

Get ready to buckle up and plug into the future! Norway has just unveiled its latest electrifying innovation—a wireless charging road for electric vehicles (EVs) in the vibrant city of Trondheim....

188. Dubai Airport breaks record with 44.9M passengers in 2024

Dubai International Airport has broken a passenger record for the first half of the year, handling 44.9 million travelers from January to June, an 8% increase from the 41.6 million recorded during the same period in 2023....

189. Pavlos Kontides wins second Olympic silver medal

Pavlos Kontides has once again made history for Cyprus by winning a silver medal in sailing at the Paris Olympics, President Nikos Christodoulides announced in a statement on Wednesday. ...

190. Famagusta to target global tourists with new campaign

191. Cyprus boosts R&D Funding by nearly 20%, spending €138M in 2023

Cyprus significantly boosted its investment in research and development (R&D) in 2023, with government budget allocations rising by 19.8% compared to the previous year, according to new data from Eurostat. This increase is notably higher than the average 5.3% rise observed across the European Union during the same period....

192. Google faces fines for spending billions on default search engine deals

A U.S. court has ruled that Google violated antitrust laws by persuading partners to set its search engine as the default on their devices. The fine to be paid by Google will be determined at a later date. ...

193. FT: Global stock markets tumble amid US recession fears

Global stock markets experienced significant declines on Monday as concerns about a potential US recession led investors to abandon risky assets....

194. August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd: European Securities and Markets Authority

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

195. MultiCare Elite – The New Top-tier Health Plan from Universal Life

Universal Life, the insurance company with the most experience and expertise in the Health sector in Cyprus, proudly announces the launch of MultiCare Elite....

196. Boxer Khelif condemns bullying amid gender scrutiny

Olympic boxer Imane Khelif has called for an end to athlete bullying, stating that the hateful scrutiny over misconceptions about her gender “harms human dignity.” The Algerian athlete spoke out following intense international backlash. ...

197. Driverless taxis cause traffic chaos in China

Hundreds of driverless robotaxis from Chinese tech giant Baidu are causing traffic mayhem in Wuhan. ...

198. ''Cyprus crucial to global security,'' says US Ambassador

The U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus, Julie Fisher, stressed the significant role of Cyprus in regional and global security during her remarks at the Overseas Cypriots Conference in Nicosia. ...

199. Uber to add 100,000 electric cars to its global fleet

Uber has announced a deal to integrate 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) from China's BYD into its global fleet....

200. Wizz air now flies from Larnaca to Cairo

Wizz Air the most environmentally sustainable airline globally1, is excited to announce a new route from Larnaca to Cairo. Starting on October 29, the new route will operate three times a week, on Tuesdays,...

201. Cypriots Kontides and Makri set to compete in Olympic regatta today

Athletes Pavlos Kontides and Marilena Makri will compete in the Olympic Regatta on Thursday as the Olympic Games are in full swing. Both are in Laser-type boats, now known as ILCA (ILCA 7 for Men and ILCA 6 for Women)....

202. Record surge in olive oil fraud amid rising prices of 'liquid gold'

The European Union reported a record number of potential olive oil fraud and mislabeling cases in the first quarter of 2024, driven by inflationary pressures and a growing hidden market for the kitchen staple....

203. McDonald's becomes unaffordable for many

McDonald's, once synonymous with affordable fast food, has seen its sales decline as many former customers find its offerings increasingly expensive....

204. Fruits and perishables made of gold

Soaring retail prices for fresh fruits and vegetables have heavily impacted both consumers and producers in recent months. ...

205. US Assistant Secretary discusses refugee aid in Cyprus

Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to the Republic of Cyprus and the United Kingdom from July 30 to August 2, 2024, a State Department announcement says. ...

206. Limassol’s broadcast brought Paris 2024 Olympics to life

Limassol brought the excitement of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games to its shores with an outdoor broadcast of the Opening Ceremony at Molos Park on July 26....

207. Lidl Cyprus celebrated the opening of its 3rd store in Paphos and 21st store in Cyprus

In a major expansion of its retail network, Lidl Cyprus opened its newest store in the Neon Mall of Pafos on Wednesday 24 July, marking the 3rd Lidl store in a row in the Paphos district and the 21st in Cyprus. ...

208. Kyriacos Kokkinos appointed to European Institute of Innovation & Technology board

Kyriacos Kokkinos, Former Deputy Minister for Research, Innovation and Technology has been appointed by the European Commissioner for Innovation......

209. Spain, Portugal, and Morocco to hit 46°C this week

British families heading to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco this week are being warned to brace for a severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 46°C....

210. Cypriot flag bearer faces controversy ahead of Paris Olympics

The Cypriot athlete Elena Koulichenko, set to be the flag bearer for Cyprus at the upcoming Paris Olympics, has come under scrutiny following a Greek media report from eReportaz that has sparked reactions and controversy....