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811. Cyprus urges UN Security Council to uphold peacekeeping principles

Maria Michael, Cyprus’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations, underscored the critical role of peacekeeping operations amidst global challenges to peace......

812. Traffic jams hit hard as schools reopen

As the new school year begins, Cyprus is grappling with severe traffic congestion, highlighting a longstanding issue that intensifies with the return of students to their classrooms....

813. Halloumi’s status under review in September meeting

The Monitoring Committee on the renowned Cypriot white cheese, Halloumi, will convene for its first meeting in the last week of September, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and the Environment Maria Panagiotou has told CNA....

814. Showers and storms expected

A low-pressure system and an unstable air mass are influencing the region. ...

815. Why aren't Cyprus schools using digital books?

In recent days, there has been much discussion, particularly on social media, regarding our country's position on philagognosia (love of reading)....

816. Scattered showers and storms across Cyprus

A low-pressure system and unstable air mass are affecting the region, bringing varying weather conditions....

817. It's a Cypriot shipwreck!

When the gold passport scandal began to emerge in the autumn of 2019, it quickly became clear that the naturalization of individuals like Joe Law was only the tip of the iceberg....

818. The price of 'green': How the poor subsidize the rich’s environmental perks

''Fortunately, crumbs are falling from the tables of the rich, so we don't starve to death,'' lamented a long-suffering, honest, and somewhat ''naive'' man....

819. 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....

820. Tesla unveils feature called 'Actually Smart Summon' or ASS for short

This feature was supposed to be available two years ago but faced several delays. The launch comes after Tesla switched to a system that relies only on cameras, which temporarily affected some of its driver-assist features....

821. Finally, a bit of a break from the oven!

Good news, folks—Mother Nature finally decided to sprinkle some relief on our sun-baked island! After weeks of feeling like we're living on the surface of the sun, a seasonal low-pressure system and some unstable air are bringing us a bit of that sweet, sweet rain. Get ready to embrace those cooler vibes!...

822. 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....

823. Winds and sea conditions to intensify along coastal areas

A seasonal low-pressure system is affecting the region, bringing unstable weather conditions expected to intensify from Sunday onward....

824. Government greenlights patient advocate to oversee healthcare issues

825. Energy minister and finance minister clash over Cyprus' energy future

The Republic of Cyprus is at a critical juncture in its energy sector as multiple projects face delays and uncertainty, raising concerns about the country's future energy security and international relations....

826. Winds and showers expected this weekend

A seasonal low-pressure system is affecting Cyprus, leading to variable weather conditions in the coming days, including occasional strong winds....

827. Greece tightens bank statement rules for schengen visa

Travelers planning to visit Greece need a Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen Area. ...

828. 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......

829. CERA decision delay stalls Cyprus-Crete electrical cable project

The Regulatory Authority of Cyprus (CERA) has once again postponed its decision on the timing of cost recovery for the Cyprus-Crete electrical cable project, causing frustration among stakeholders....

830. Hot and unstable weather expected this week

A seasonal low-pressure system and unstable air masses are affecting the region, bringing varied weather conditions....

831. How are political changes affecting Turkey’s military?

Given Turkey's status as a major national security threat to our country, assessing the combat readiness of the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) is crucial....

832. 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....

833. August sees deadliest week on Cyprus roads in 2024

Cyprus has seen a troubling increase in road fatalities so far this year compared to the same period last year....

834. Clouds and rain to affect coastal and mountain areas

A seasonal low-pressure system combined with an unstable air mass will bring intermittent clouds and unsettled weather to the region today....

835. Government’s solar panel scheme attracts 6,000 applicants

The Energy Ministry expressed satisfaction on Saturday on the response its scheme ‘’photovoltaics for all’’ had among the consumers....

836. 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....

837. ‘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......

838. Limassol port welcomes Althaia barge, pioneering green energy for ships

The docking of the Althaia barge was successfully completed on August 13th at the Port of Limassol, the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI) said in a statement on Friday......

839. 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....

840. EU sets new rules for carry-on bags starting September 1

Starting September 1, all air travelers in Europe should be prepared for significant changes in hand luggage regulations....