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511. EU Health Commissioner calls emergency meeting as Mpox reaches Europe

The European Union is ramping up its response to the spread of the mpox virus following the first confirmed case in Sweden....

512. EU demands Cyprus return €101M in energy project funds

The Republic of Cyprus is preparing to respond to the European Commission by the first week of September regarding a demand to return €101 million in funding that was allocated for the Vasilikos energy terminal, Energy, Trade, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou said Thursday....

513. Bank of Cyprus sees 23% profit growth, raises financial targets

The Bank of Cyprus has announced a 23% increase in its profit after tax for the first half of 2024, reaching €270 million, compared to the same period in 2023. ...

514. Hezbollah threatens imminent attack on Israel

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah addressed supporters via video during a ceremony commemorating top commander Fuad Shukr, killed by an Israeli airstrike a week earlier. ...

515. Eurozone service output stable in May, up 2.5% yearly

The production of services remained more or less stable in the eurozone (down -0.1%) and in the EU (+0.1%) in May 2024 compared to April, while increasing compared......

516. Nicosia takes lead in crisis prep for Lebanon evacuation

The Republic of Cyprus is closely monitoring regional developments as tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah, following an Iranian strike....

517. Anxiety grows over potential Iranian response to recent killings

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have been informed by national security officials that it remains unclear when Iran and Hezbollah might launch an attack on Israel, according to a U.S. official....

518. Cabinet approves new fire prevention laws

The Cypriot Cabinet approved six revised bills on Monday aimed at strengthening fire prevention measures....

519. Bank of England cuts interest rates after nearly a year of stability

The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, dropping them from a 16-year high. This decision, made by a narrow 5-4 vote, reflects a split among policymakers about whether inflation is under control....

520. Firefighters tackle 45 fires in Evia, 37 contained

Firefighters in Evia battled flames throughout the night, with aerial units resuming operations at dawn. ...

521. Charlie Hebdo predicts outrageous Paris Olympics closing ceremony

In its trademark satirical style, French magazine Charlie Hebdo has sparked controversy yet again with its prediction for the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics on August 11....

522. Police look for answers after charred bodies found in burnt car

The discovery of two charred bodies in a burnt car in the area of Lystovouno, Limassol district, has left authorities grappling for answers as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the mysterious incident. ...

523. US, Germany, France, and Britain urge citizens to leave Lebanon

Germany has urged its citizens to leave Lebanon as regional tensions escalate following a deadly rocket strike on the Golan Heights....

524. Unlock a whole new world with the new mobile App of Ayia Napa Marina!

525. Greek land registry hit by major cyberattack

A coordinated cyberattack has struck the Greek Land Registry, compromising one of its databases containing property ownership information across the country. ...

526. Cyprus airports unaffected by global software outage

Airports in Cyprus remain operational and unaffected by the major technical problems caused by software linked to Microsoft that has disrupted services for banks, airlines, media, and other public sectors worldwide. ...

527. Porsche doubles the size of the model range for the all-electric Macan

First rear-wheel-drive Macan delivers high efficiency ...

528. June sees price hikes on essentials as inflation rises

Get ready to pay more for everyday items! Prices for many essential goods jumped in June, driving up inflation to 2.9%. This follows a steady rise from 2.4% in April and 2.7% in May....

529. Early Bird tickets: pre-sale of tickets has started

The organizing committee of #DA24 is pleased to announce that the pre-sale of ''early bird'' tickets at the special price of €70 has begun and will be available until September 9....

530. Solar-powered 'smart benches' to monitor air quality in Greece

531. Public works enforces €100,000 fine for Nicosia ring road delay

The Public Works Department has activated a contract clause imposing penalties on Cyfield Construction Ltd. for delays in the completion of the first phase of the Nicosia Ring Road....

532. Legal challenges mount over Vasilikos Terminal abandonment

Cyprus is preparing for significant changes in its energy sector following the formal termination of the contract between the Natural Gas Infrastructure......

533. Mayor leads effort to beautify Kato Paphos tourist area

Mayor Phaedon Phaedonos of Paphos has taken a hands-on approach to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the city's popular tourist area, Kato Paphos....

534. Accurate dating of Kyrenia shipwreck confirmed

Using various lines of evidence researchers have determined that the Kyrenia shipwreck had been constructed between about 345-313 BC and sank between about 286-272 BC......

535. Resolution on drug shortage issue expected next week

Health Minister Michalis Damianos anticipates a solution to the ongoing drug shortage issue by early next week, he announced Friday....

536. Great Sea Interconnector study outlines benefits July 11

The Greek Regulatory Authority for Energy (RAAEU) has made a significant decision regarding the methodology for calculating the regulated revenue......

537. Health Minister admitted to Apolloneio Hospital

Health Minister Michalis Damianos was transferred to ''Apolloneio'' Hospital on Tuesday after experiencing severe discomfort earlier in the day....

538. Apple introduces AI, but only for iPhone 15 Pro users

After nearly two years of anticipation, Apple has finally entered the artificial intelligence (AI) race....

539. Parliament reduces traffic light violation fines

Parliament unanimously passed a law reducing some out-of-court fines for traffic light violations, a measure largely prompted by the widespread use of photoelectric cameras in cities....

540. Government extends electricity subsidies amid high temperatures

Cyprus will extend electricity subsidies until the end of October to help citizens cope with the high summer temperatures, President Nicos Christodoulides announced after a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday....