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331. Heatwave intensifies as wildfires rage in Paphos

332. Fire rages out of control, illegal garbage dump possible cause (pics)

A fire that broke out around 12:39 on Tuesday afternoon between the communities of Psathi and Polemi in Paphos is still raging out of control, and has spread to the communities of Kourtaka,...

333. 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....

334. Cyprus adds six new firefighting aircraft to its arsenal

Cyprus has enhanced its firefighting capabilities with the addition of six new aircraft, announced the Department of Forests of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment on Tuesday....

335. European Parliament elections see rightward shift

Voters across Europe cast their ballots on Sunday in the European Parliament elections, likely shifting the assembly to the right and increasing the number of euroskeptic nationalists. ...

336. Bison return to Portugal after thousands of years

Rewilding Europe is thrilled to announce the arrival of a small herd of bison in a large valley in Portugal....

337. Forest fires ravage Cyprus, authorities issue red alert

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

338. Firefighters battle blaze in Limassol amid strong winds

A fire broke out at noon on Friday in the area of Agios Sylas in Limassol, fueled by dry grass and wild vegetation and exacerbated by strong winds....

339. UN marks first International Day of Potato

Today is the first UN International Day of Potato, an effort to celebrate and promote the potato's critical role in improving global nutrition, fighting hunger and poverty......

340. Monkeys falling like apples in Mexico's heatwave crisis

High winds that led to the deaths of at least nine people at a political rally are the latest example of the extreme weather that has been ravaging Mexico....

341. Averof: 'She never dreamed of becoming Cyprus's second highest official'

Averof Neofytou, a prominent member of the Democratic Rally party (DISY), recently provided insights into the political journey of Annita Demetriou during an interview on the show ...

342. Beluga whale trapped in Seoul skyscraper aquarium

In the heart of Seoul's bustling cityscape, Bella the beluga whale resides on the ground floor of the world's sixth-highest skyscraper, where she has spent a decade swimming aimlessly in a small, barren enclosure at the Aquarium of Another Life....

343. Little penguins dwindle to 120 amid port development threats

A once-thriving population of little penguins on a tourist island off Perth’s coast has plummeted to no more than 120 birds, with plans to build a container port in nearby foraging grounds further threatening the survival of the colony....

344. Electrocution of vultures sparks concern

Environmental groups and wildlife experts are upset about vultures getting electrocuted in Cyprus. They're urging the EAC to do something about it....

345. Nicosia fire under control, Paphos flames prompt new alert

Authorities breathe a tentative sigh of relief as they announce the containment of the wildfire in Anogyra, offering a glimmer of hope amid Cyprus's ongoing battle against devastating blazes....

346. Firefighters continue to battle raging blaze in Agios Syla

A fire that broke out yesterday afternoon in the industrial area of Agios Syla in Limassol has prompted aerial water drops since the first light of day....

347. Jordanian firefighting helicopters arrive in Cyprus

Two firefighting helicopters with 18 members of crew have arrived in Cyprus to support the Republic of Cyprus' aerial firefighting capabilities, as previously reported by Kathimerini....

348. Few coal plants to survive stricter US regulations

New climate rules imposed by Joe Biden’s administration requiring huge cuts in carbon pollution from coal-fired power plants will accelerate the decline of an industry that until recently provided most of America’s power, experts say, potentially even dealing a death blow to coal in the US....

349. Where to find the coolest Easter eggs across Cyprus

As kids, Easter was all about the church, fasting, and of course, the anticipation of cracking open a chocolate egg to find a hidden surprise. But forget the simple days of yore! ...

350. Polar bears stranded on land as sea ice vanishes

If you’ve ever wanted to experience a day in the life of a polar bear, you’re in luck. ...

351. Fireworks banned amid wildfire concerns

In light of recent fire outbreaks in the village of Kouklion, located in Cyprus' Paphos district, the Mines and Quarries Service, a department under the Ministry of Agriculture,...

352. Cyprus faces early wildfire scare amid resource shortage

According to Kathimerini reporter Ioanna Kyriakou, this April has brought a sense of deja vu to Cyprus, reminiscent of June and early summer. A massive fire erupted on Wednesday morning in the Parekklisia state forest in Limassol district,...

353. Athens blanketed in Sahara dust, city bathed in orange glow

Clouds of dust from the Sahara covered Athens and other Greek cities on Tuesday, one of the worst such episodes to hit the country since 2018, officials said....

354. Europe's heat-related deaths surge by 30% in 20 years, report finds

Scorching weather has baked Europe in more days of “extreme heat stress” than its scientists have ever seen....

355. Cyprus leads the charge in sustainable aquaculture

The Ministerial Conference on Oceans, titled ''Our Resilient Shared Ocean: From Cyprus to Samoa,'' concluded with optimistic messages regarding the future of water resource management....

356. Cyprus welcomes 259 new Fire Service members

Minister of Justice and Public Order, Marios Charalambous, announced the imminent completion of the recruitment process for 259 new firefighters, bolstering the current Fire Service strength of 680 members. ...

357. Cyprus expected to captivate at Venice Art Biennale

Cyprus is set to make its mark at the prestigious 60th International Exhibition of Contemporary Art – Venice Art Biennale, slated to run from April 20 to November 24, 2024. ...

358. Scandals and sanctimony in Cyprus

In recent years, we've seen it all. From COVID to the Ukraine conflict and the dramatic events unfolding next door in Gaza. Yet, nothing has rocked the average Cypriot quite like the scandal of the Avvakoum Monastery. ...

359. Get ready for a heatwave!

Good morning, folks! We've got some exciting weather news coming your way. Weak high pressure and a hot gas mass are swooping in, promising to bring rising temperatures and plenty of sunshine to the area....

360. Seal of approval: Limassol's adorable mascot captivates hearts (video)

The story of Mr. Poseidon, as the seal is affectionately known, highlights a crucial aspect: the intricate relationship between the coastal economy and the marine ecosystem....