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1. Southeastern Europe warmer than ever

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/southeastern-europe-warmer-than-ever

In July 2024, the Eastern Mediterranean experienced its most intense heatwave on record....

2. Amazon executives visit Cyprus amid tech talks

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/amazon-executives-visit-cyprus-amid-tech-talks

Senior Amazon executives arrived in Cyprus on Tuesday as part of follow-up talks stemming from a recent government delegation visit to Silicon Valley....

3. Strange fish are taking over Cyprus waters

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strange-fish-are-taking-over-cyprus-waters

Cyprus’ crystal-clear waters are being invaded, not by tourists, but by a growing army of alien marine species. Over 200 non-native species have already made their way into the island's seas, and some are leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. ...

4. Cyprus makes its move in the age of AI

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-makes-its-move-in-the-age-of-ai

Ask any country today and chances are they’ll tell you they want to be a hub for technological development—especially in the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI)....

5. Cyprus ready for tough wildfire season

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ready-for-tough-wildfire-season

As temperatures rise and the dry season approaches, Cyprus is preparing for battle—against wildfires. The Department of Forests has received 25 new fire engines, a significant boost to the country's firefighting capabilities, as the government vows to keep strengthening its fire response fleet....

6. Authorities suspect arson as fires break out across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-suspect-arson-as-fires-break-out-across-cyprus

Authorities in Cyprus are investigating whether a recent wave of wildfires was deliberately set, as dozens of blazes erupted over the weekend in Larnaca and Paphos....

7. Wildfire ignites in Ineia, firefighters swiftly contain the flames

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfire-ignites-in-ineia-firefighters-swiftly-contain-the-flames

A wildfire in the "Sternoua" area near Ineia scorched approximately a tenth of a hectare of shrubland before being brought under control....

8. EY: The biggest risks facing Cyprus and governments worldwide

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ey-the-biggest-risks-facing-cyprus-and-governments-worldwide

As we move further into 2025, governments around the world, including Cyprus, are facing a range of challenges....

9. Trump addresses national challenges in First White House interview (VIDEOS)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-addresses-national-challenges-in-first-white-house-interview-videos

In his first television interview since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump offered a wide-ranging assessment of national issues, asserting that America's challenges are "all solvable" and emphasizing the unity of the Republican congressional caucus....

10. Biden announces $770 payments for California wildfire victims

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-announces-$770-payments-for-california-wildfire-victims

In an effort to provide swift relief to those affected by California's devastating wildfires, President Joe Biden announced one-time payments of $770 for victims....

11. Zelenskyy offers Ukrainian firefighters to help battle California wildfires

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zelenskyy-offers-ukrainian-firefighters-to-help-battle-california-wildfires

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has responded to a remark from Donald Trump Jr. by offering to send Ukrainian firefighters to help battle the devastating wildfires in California....

12. Los Angeles wildfires rage on, leaving 11 dead and a city in ashes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/los-angeles-wildfires-rage-on-leaving-11-dead-and-a-city-in-ashes

As fires ravage Los Angeles for a fifth straight day, the death toll has climbed to at least 11 people, and over 140,000 acres have been scorched, leaving entire neighborhoods in ashes....

13. Celebrities' homes destroyed as wildfires force Hollywood's awards season to pause (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/celebrities-homes-destroyed-as-wildfires-force-hollywood-s-awards-season-to-pause

Hollywood's glittering awards season has hit a major roadblock as devastating wildfires rage across Los Angeles, forcing the cancellation and delay of key events. ...

14. Wildfires turn Malibu and Hollywood Hills into a charred wasteland

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfires-turn-malibu-and-hollywood-hills-into-a-charred-wasteland

The skies above Los Angeles resemble a post-apocalyptic scene as wildfires continue to wreak havoc across the county. Malibu, the Hollywood Hills, and surrounding neighborhoods have been hit especially hard, forcing thousands to evacuate and leaving destruction in their wake....

15. Twin wildfires ravage Southern California, devastating celebrity enclave (images)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/twin-wildfires-ravage-southern-california-devastating-celebrity-enclave

Two fast-moving wildfires erupted Tuesday in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands to flee and leaving a path of destruction across neighborhoods, including Pacific Palisades — a scenic, ocean-adjacent area known for its celebrity residents and multimillion-dollar homes....

16. Extreme winds push California fires out of control

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/extreme-winds-push-california-fires-out-of-control

Fierce winds lashed California on Wednesday, feeding fast-moving wildfires that destroyed dozens of homes and forced thousands to evacuate....

17. Aircraft deployed to combat Paphos fire after Limassol flames tamed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aircraft-deployed-to-combat-paphos-fire-after-limassol-flames-tamed

A new wildfire has broken out in the Paphos district, specifically in the Pittokopos area, just hours after a blaze in Limassol was brought under control....

18. Cyprus to launch first homegrown satellite by 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-launch-first-homegrown-satellite-by-2026

Cyprus is making strides in space technology as the Cyprus Space Research and Innovation Centre (C-SpaRC) prepares to unveil its first satellite, set for launch in 2026. ...

19. Four major wildfires threaten Los Angeles, evacuations ordered

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-major-wildfires-threaten-los-angeles-evacuations-ordered

At least four wildfires are burning within 100 miles of Los Angeles, prompting evacuations and complicating firefighting efforts due to extreme heat and strong winds. ...

20. Cyprus has second largest decrease in firefighter jobs across EU

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-second-largest-decrease-in-firefighter-jobs-across-eu

The number of firefighters was cut in 12 EU member states, including Cyprus, in 2023, while Cyprus was the country with the second largest drop in the employment of firefighters that year, according to an analysis by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) of EU Labour Force Survey data which was also published recently by Eurostat. ...

21. Wildfire erupts in Anogyra, ground and air crews deployed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfire-erupts-in-anogyra-ground-and-air-crews-deployed

Firefighting forces have been mobilized in the Limassol district following a wildfire that broke out between the villages of Pachna and Anogyra. ...

22. Power issue may have sparked deadliest wildfire in Greece

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/power-issue-may-have-sparked-deadliest-wildfire-in-greece

Investigators suspect a faulty power cable may have caused Greece’s worst wildfire this year, said sources close to a probe over the blaze that killed one woman and torched 10,000 hectares near Athens, covering a total area about the size of Paris....

23. Child accidentally starts fire in Limassol district, mother charged

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/child-accidentally-starts-fire-in-limassol-district-mother-charged

Police are investigating a fire that broke out Monday afternoon in the Limassol district village of Souni-Zanakia, which consumed approximately five hectares of land, including pine trees and wild vegetation. The blaze also damaged a shelter, a generator, and a car owned by a 77-year-old resident....

24. Ongoing wildfire battle: Attica firefighters tackle new outbreaks

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ongoing-wildfire-battle-attica-firefighters-tackle-new-outbreaks

Firefighting efforts are ongoing through the night to control wildfires in northeast Attica, primarily affecting the Mount Penteli and Lake Marathon areas. ...

25. Cyprus ready to help Greece as massive wildfire threatens Athens

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ready-to-help-greece-as-massive-wildfire-threatens-athens

Cyprus is prepared to assist Greece as a major wildfire rages northeast of Athens, causing significant disruption and damage. The Cyprus Fire Service, led by Chief Fire Officer Nikos Longinos, is in close contact with Greek officials, including Lieutenant General Theodoros Vagias of the Greek Fire Brigade, to coordinate potential support efforts....

26. Spain, Portugal, and Morocco to hit 46°C this week

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

27. Wildfire erupts in Paphos district, homes threatened (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfire-erupts-in-paphos-district-homes-threatened-video

A wildfire erupted Thursday afternoon in the Paphos district, specifically in the area between Polis Chrysochous and Skoulli. According to local residents, the fire is threatening homes in the vicinity....

28. Delving into the mind of an arsonist

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/delving-into-the-mind-of-an-arsonist

Amid a summer plagued by arson-induced wildfires, authorities in Cyprus are grappling with understanding the motives behind these destructive acts and how to prevent them. ...

29. Kiosk owner faces charges for selling fireworks to minors

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kiosk-owner-faces-charges-for-selling-fireworks-to-minors

Criminal charges are pending against a kiosk owner in Cyprus following allegations that fireworks sold to minors ignited a fire in Trimiklini, authorities said....

30. Rescuers brave flames to save dog in Paphos wildfire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rescuers-brave-flames-to-save-dog-in-paphos-wildfire

The dedication and bravery of firefighting teams and volunteer groups are crucial every summer as they battle the fires that plague the island of Cyprus. A recent rescue effort has captured the hearts of many, highlighted by a poignant photo of a rescuer cradling a dog in his arms....

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