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391. U.S. and Cyprus strengthen defense ties with new deal

The United States and the Republic of Cyprus have cemented their defense relationship with a new strategic agreement, according to a report by Kathimerini's Yiannos Ioannou....

392. Excavations in Karavas to find remains of Turkish invasion victims

Excavations have begun in the ‘Pente Mili’ area of Karavas in Cyprus' occupied Kyrenia district, for locating the remains of the first victims of the Turkish invasion, approximately 40-70 people, the House Committee on Refugees, heard on Tuesday, as well as that developments were expected regarding the issue of remains that were sprayed with chemicals and could not be identified....

393. Doritos food color can turn mouse skin transparent

394. Nicosia launches free accelerator program for creative businesses

The Nicosia Municipality is offering a free, two-month business accelerator program designed for individuals, groups, and existing businesses in the creative and cultural sectors. ...

395. Gaza conflict intensifies as Israel blocks polio vaccination efforts

In the latest escalation of the Israeli-Hamas conflict, tensions have intensified with significant new developments. As the conflict continues, reports emerge of mounting casualties and humanitarian challenges....

396. Additional benefits for new parents at Lidl Cyprus

As of July 1, 2024, Lidl Cyprus proceeded with additional benefits for the new parents working for its group. ...

397. UK's first teacherless GCSE class begins

David Game College in London is set to start the UK’s first "teacherless" GCSE course this September, where artificial intelligence (AI) will replace human teachers....

398. Slovak Ambassador stresses key role in Cyprus peace

Slovak Ambassador Martin Bezák highlighted Slovakia's significant role in promoting peace and security in Cyprus during an event celebrating the Constitution Day of the Slovak Republic. ...

399. U.S. seizes Venezuelan President Maduro’s private jet

The United States has seized a plane used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, citing violations of U.S. sanctions and other criminal activities....

400. Cyprus' Olympion joins leading K12 education group Globeducate

Globeducate announces the acquisition of Education Group OLYMPION School (Εκπαιδευτικός Όμιλος ΟΛΥΜΠΙΟΝ) near Nicosia in Cyprus, a group of Greek private schools with nearly 450 pupils aged 6 to 18 across Gymnasium, Lyceum and, from September 2024, Elementary stages....

401. Hvaldimir, Norway's famous beluga whale, found dead

Hvaldimir, the well-known beluga whale in Norway, has been found dead, according to conservationists. Hvaldimir first gained attention in 2019 when he was spotted with a harness...

402. Israeli airstrike on Gaza aid convoy kills 5 transport employees

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) carried out an airstrike on a humanitarian aid convoy in Gaza, claiming it targeted "armed assailants" attempting to hijack the convoy....

403. Monks request postponement in Saint Avakoum monastery case

The monks involved in the case of the Holy Monastery of Saint Avvakoum have requested a postponement from the six-member Synodal Court, citing the need for their new lawyer, George Stylianou, to familiarize himself with the case. ...

404. Biden approved $230M temporary pier for Gaza aid

President Joe Biden ordered the construction of a temporary pier to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza earlier this year......

405. Deadly mosquito-borne 'Triple E' virus found in the US for first time since 2020

Massachusetts has reported its first human case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or "Triple E," since 2020, marking another instance of the mosquito-borne illness in the United States this year....

406. ‘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......

407. 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....

408. Harley-Davidson backs away from diversity and inclusion

Harley-Davidson announced on Monday that it is ending its diversity and inclusion programs, joining other big U.S. companies like Tractor ...

409. New findings reveal life on Cyprus’ northwest coast 4,000 years ago

More information has been revealed about the Chalcolithic period and the Bronze Age on the island’s northwest coast during excavations at the Makounta-Voules Archaeological project in the Paphos district....

410. Tatar advocates strengthening of security forces in occupied Cyprus

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has voiced support for bolstering the "security forces" in the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, claiming that these forces have evolved into a "regular army" since 1976. ...

411. Why Fidias’ unity message is polarizing

Let me clarify from the outset: I do not align with those who view Fidias’s presence in politics as a healthy development, nor do I support the notion that his election represents a "revolutionary" challenge to the failures of our political system....

412. What a federation means for Cyprus’ EU status

We say Cyprus is an indivisible, unified, consubstantial state that could become a federation....

413. Over 40,000 Palestinians killed since October 7th

The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 40,000 as Israel's relentless military campaign continues to decimate the region, according to reports from Gaza's health authorities. ...

414. Progress and pain as 7 missing persons identified so far in 2024

The remains of five Greek Cypriots and two Turkish Cypriots were identified in 2024, highlighting the ongoing efforts of the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP) to bring closure to families affected by decades-old conflicts....

415. WHO declares Mpox outbreak in Africa a global health emergency

Danish biotech company Bavarian Nordic announced Friday that it has submitted data to the European Union’s drug regulator, seeking approval to expand the use of its mpox (formerly monkeypox) vaccine to adolescents aged 12 to 17....

416. Scientists find massive underground water source on Mars

Geophysicists have uncovered a vast underground ocean beneath Mars' surface, a discovery that may hold significant implications for the search for life on the Red Planet....

417. Cyprus prepares for Lebanon evacuations, beds ready in Larnaca schools

Cyprus is fully prepared to implement its Estia Plan for potential evacuations from Lebanon, Foreign Minister Dr. Constantinos Kombos announced on Tuesday....

418. Tatar slams Cyprus-Israel military cooperation

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar criticized the Greek Cypriot administration, claiming its unilateral actions are endangering the island of Cyprus....

419. Increased military activity linked to humanitarian mission amid regional tensions

The activity observed in the last few days with the presence of ships and/or aircraft in Cyprus is due to the humanitarian role that the country is called upon to assume in light of developments in the region, Government Spokesman, Konstantinos Letymbiotis, told CNA on Friday....

420. Cats show grief after a pet dies, study finds

Cats are often seen as independent and aloof, but new research suggests they may grieve the loss of a fellow pet, challenging the perception of them as antisocial creatures....