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2281. Weekend sunshine with a splash of showers

Seasonal low pressure and unstable atmospheric conditions are forecast to affect Cyprus, bringing varied weather throughout the weekend....

2282. EU Prosecutor probes Vasilikos LNG project for fraud

The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) has launched an investigation into the Vasilikos liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal project in Cyprus, amid suspicions of public procurement fraud, misappropriation of EU funds, and corruption. ...

2283. Cyprus eyes key EU portfolio in von der Leyen’s second commission

As EU member states finalize the 26 names for Ursula von der Leyen's second European Commission......

2284. Trump tells Kamala Harris ''you're fired''

Former President Donald Trump turned his focus on Vice President Kamala Harris during a rally in Charlotte, describing her as “a new victim to defeat.”...

2285. Cypriot students face €1,100 rents in Limassol

Rising rental prices are placing significant strain on individuals seeking housing in Cyprus and Greece, with particular challenges faced by incoming university students. ...

2286. Philippine tanker sinks, spilling 1,500 tons of fuel

A marine tanker carrying industrial fuel sank in rough seas off the Philippines on Thursday, causing a large oil spill as coast guard rescuers searched for a missing crew member, officials said....

2287. Fire breaks out in Limassol, burning eight hectares

In the past 24 hours, the fire service has addressed 25 incidents, including 11 fires and 14 special service calls. ...

2288. Protesters clash with Netanyahu’s defense of Gaza war at Capitol

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of Congress on Wednesday, telling U.S. lawmakers, “our enemies are your enemies,”......

2289. Hail, fog, and rising heat in forecast

The region is bracing for a mix of weather patterns this week as seasonal low pressure and an unstable air mass move in, promising everything from clear skies to isolated storms....

2290. Mother accuses legal service of cover-up in Thanasis' death

Andriana Nikolaou, the mother of National Guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou, launched a new attack on the Legal Service following coroner Panikos Stavrianou's request to overturn a previous conclusion by death investigator Dorias Varosiotou....

2291. Cyprus to decide on Great Sea Interconnector this August

Important decisions concerning the Great Sea Interconnector, an electric cable linking Cyprus and Greece, are anticipated in August. ...

2292. Cyprus Embassy in Moscow marks 50 years since Turkish invasion

The Cyprus Embassy at Moscow organized a commemorative event on Tuesday to mark the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. The event was co-organized with the Press and Information Office which prepared a photo exhibition and videos from its archives. Expatriate organizations and Greeks of the diaspora in Russia attended the event....

2293. Cyprus sees surge in Russian tourism despite sanctions

Cyprus is witnessing a promising increase in Russian and Russian-speaking tourists despite the European Union's sanctions following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, which led to the suspension of direct flights between Cyprus and Russian airports....

2294. Athens tops list of world's best-smelling cities, Nicosia also makes the top 10

A recent study by HAYPP has crowned Athens, Greece, as the world's best-smelling city, overturning the common perception of cities as unpleasantly odorous....

2295. Police investigate 57 beach theft cases, make 11 arrests

The Cyprus Police are investigating 57 cases of thefts from beachgoers across various beaches on the island, according to Police Spokesman Christos Andreou. Since the start of the summer, police have made 11 arrests. ...

2296. EU reviews impact of Chinese exit from Vasilikos' LNG terminal

The European Commission is assessing the potential impacts on project funding following the withdrawal of a Chinese consortium from the construction of the LNG terminal in Vasilikos, a spokesperson for the European Commission confirmed....

2297. Kyriakides secures EU health funding for Bosnia and Herzegovina

Commissioner for Health Stella Kyriakides signed on behalf of the European Commission an association agreement of Bosnia and Herzegovina with theEU4Health programme, according to a press release....

2298. Futuristic yacht stuns Mykonos with Sci-Fi design

2299. Allegations surface in parody account controversy

Chrysanthos Tsouroulis, CEO of DIAS Media Group and SIGMA TV, has alleged that George Petrides is behind the parody account ''Jho Low o Proedrikos Vaptistikos.'' This claim, which surfaced on Tuesday, has ignited controversy and speculation. ...

2300. Anastasiades speaks out on Cyprus solution, corruption, and political ties

In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...

2301. 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....

2302. Paphos hotel pool fumes hospitalize 26, two arrested

Paphos police are intensively investigating an incident at a hotel swimming pool in Geroskipou that resulted in 26 guests being hospitalized. ...

2303. Sharks test positive for cocaine in Brazil

Scientists have confirmed that sharks off the coast of Brazil have been exposed to cocaine, marking the first such finding in free-range sharks....

2304. Five Turkish warships stir tensions in Greek waters

In recent days, Turkey has deployed up to five warships near the maritime boundary between Kasos and Karapathos islands, just outside Greek territorial waters....

2305. Kamala Harris raises record $81M in 24 hours after Biden's exit

Vice President Kamala Harris has shattered fundraising records, drawing an unprecedented $81 million in the 24 hours following President Joe Biden's decision to step down, campaign spokesperson Kevin Munoz announced Monday....

2306. High heat and occasional clouds expected

Seasonal low pressure and a hot gaseous mass will impact the area today, bringing mostly clear skies with occasional cloud cover. ...

2307. Multiple violations on Pervolia beaches

An official from the Office of the Environment Commissioner has uncovered several violations on the beaches of Pervolia, including unauthorized shacks operating as bars, use of electricity, absence of a lifeguard tower, and vehicle movement on the beaches....

2308. Harris raises $50M after Biden's exit

Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign has raised nearly $50 million in grassroots donations since President Joe Biden suspended his re-election bid and endorsed her, Fox News Digital reports....

2309. Hollywood cheers Biden's exit, backs Harris for 2024

Hollywood figures have largely welcomed President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, marking a shift in sentiment from recent weeks....

2310. Turkey considers naval base in Cyprus, Erdogan says

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced Turkey's readiness to construct a naval base in Northern Cyprus, underscoring the persistent division of the island nearly 50 years after Turkey's invasion....