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481. 153,000 people struggle with low incomes and high living costs

The share of Cyprus' population at risk of poverty or social exclusion remained steady at 16.7% in 2023, according to the Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat). This means that approximately 153,000 people in Cyprus are struggling with low incomes and high living costs....

482. Heatwave intensifies as wildfires rage in Paphos

483. Cyprus and Montenegro sign maritime cooperation agreement

Cyprus and Montenegro have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to mutually recognize the certificates of competency for merchant ship officers issued by both countries. ...

484. Raging wildfire forces evacuations from villages

Firefighting efforts in the Paphos district are reaching superhuman levels as authorities battle a massive blaze that erupted on Tuesday, June 11, in the community of Yiolou. According to the latest updates, the Police have called on more personnel to assist in combating the fire....

485. President Christodoulides attends Gaza humanitarian conference

President Nikos Christodoulides is attending today an international Conference on the Humanitarian Response on Gaza, taking place at the Dead Sea in Jordan....

486. YouTube star shakes up Cyprus politics

The case of the popular content creator, Fidias Panayiotou, known for his presence on TikTok and YouTube, has stirred significant interest since the onset of this year's dual elections. ...

487. Cyprus tourism hit by May slump

Banks caution against high expectations for new tourism records in Cyprus, citing a lackluster performance in May, according to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas on this Sunday's Kathimerini (9 June 2024)....

488. Cyprus prepares for major local government reform

The June 9 elections mark the final step before the significant milestone on July 1, 2024, when a new local government structure will be established in Cyprus, Apostolos Tomaras reports. ...

489. Body of TV doctor Michael Mosley found

The body of British TV doctor Michael Mosley, missing for four days, was discovered on the Greek island of Symi, near a cave complex close to Agia Marina. ...

490. Social media: Essential but not all-powerful

Social media is undoubtedly a crucial tool in the electoral arena, according to a report by Kathimerini's Hectoras Georgiou....

491. Fitch upgrades Cyprus to 'BBB+'

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Cyprus' Long-Term Foreign Currency Issuer Default Rating from 'BBB' to 'BBB+' with a positive outlook....

492. Search for Michael Mosley intensifies with divers in Symi

Divers have joined the continuing search for British broadcaster Michael Mosley after he went missing while on holiday on the Greek island of Symi....

493. Man falls to death from famous cliff in Norway

A man has died after falling from a 1,981 foot (604-meter-high) cliff in Norway that featured in a “Mission Impossible” film....

494. 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....

495. Greek olive oil producers reject bulk sales, thrive in export market

They knew the easy way. They could have effortlessly sent their oil in bulk to Italy....

496. 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....

497. Heatwave pushes Cyprus' electricity to the limit

As temperatures soar in Cyprus, the nation is gearing up for a significant spike in electricity demand, officials say....

498. Houthi rebels launch ''Palestine'' missile, matching Iranian rapid speeds

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have unveiled a new, solid-fuel missile in their arsenal that resembles aspects of one earlier displayed by Iran that Tehran described as flying at hypersonic speeds....

499. Cyprus inflation could offset ECB rate cut benefits

The European Central Bank (ECB) cut its three key interest rates by 25 basis points on Thursday, marking the first reduction after nearly two years of increases or stasis. ...

500. Concerns rise over potential voting issues in June 9 elections

As the double election on June 9 approaches, concerns are growing about a potential increase in blank and invalid ballots, as well as significant voter abstention....

501. Minister: Air conditioners coming to 50 schools

The Ministry of Education, Sports, and Culture will install air conditioners in 50 schools in the coming days, with a three-year plan in place to equip all schools where installation is feasible, Minister Athina Michaelidou announced Thursday....

502. Lifeguards warn parents: Put down phones and watch your kids

As scorching temperatures continue to grip Cyprus, residents are flocking to coastal areas seeking relief, prompting lifeguards to remain vigilant to prevent any accidents....

503. Israeli settler defies US sanctions, gains community aid to access frozen funds

For weeks after being sanctioned by the United States, Yinon Levi struggled to pay the bills, living at his farming outpost atop a hill in the occupied West Bank. But the Israeli settler’s problems didn’t last....

504. Heatwave leads to fainting and nosebleeds in schools

Incidents of children experiencing dizziness and nosebleeds due to high temperatures have been reported in schools, according to POED President Myria Vassiliou....

505. Damiani expands global presence with first boutique in Cyprus

The Italian luxury jewelry group Damiani is celebrating its centenary this year, marking a century of excellence in goldsmithing, diamonds, gems, and pearls. ...

506. Election outcome to shape futures of Demetriou and Stefanou

June 9 is a night when all election battle scenarios, based on the polls, are possible. It is quite likely that there will be a close contest between the Democratic......

507. High heat dominate this week's weather

Weak high pressure and hot air masses are affecting our area....

508. Cyprus braces for extreme heat and high fire risk

The Cyprus Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for extreme high temperatures on Tuesday, with inland temperatures expected to soar to around 42 degrees Celsius (108 degrees Fahrenheit). The warning is in effect from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time....

509. Forest fires ravage Cyprus, authorities issue red alert

A series of wildfires have engulfed parts of Cyprus, prompting urgent response efforts from firefighting teams....

510. Koumis praises Larnaca's tourism milestone with new brand

Larnaca’s new brand identity was presented on Friday aimed at attracting more tourism to the coastal town....