Escalating STI rates in Europe, driven by postpandemic changes in sexual behavior, pose a significant health concern. The surge in gonorrhoea, syphilis, and chlamydia cases calls for immediate action, emphasizing the importance of enhanced testing, treatment, and preventive measures to curb the spread of sexually transmitted infections.
Switching to natural gas could save Cyprus €400 million annually, reducing electricity costs by 3540%. European gas prices have dropped, but Cyprus’s delays in leveraging LNG imports have hindered potential savings, highlighting the need for resolving issues with the Vasilikos facility to secure a stable supply and transition to natural gas.
The government is providing financial aid to Limassol and Kormakitis storm victims, covering repair costs up to €20,000 in Limassol and offering full coverage for damages up to €1,000 in Kormakitis. The aid also includes funds for infrastructure and road network restoration, highlighting the community’s resilience in the face of natural disasters.
The ‘Ride to Green’ campaign in Cyprus is striving to plant 10,000 trees in wildfireaffected areas and promote clean beaches, advocating for sustainable living and ecofriendly transportation. Spearheaded by deputy minister Marina Hadjimanoli, the initiative aims to engage the community in environmental conservation and education, solidifying the connection between people and the planet.
A Ukrainian woman in Cyprus is facing 60 charges of money laundering after transferring €8 million to the country, far exceeding typical declarations. She has been remanded into custody until April 17, with the case under intense investigation by the antimoney laundering unit, Mokas, unraveling a web of suspicious activities.
The KotKot initiative in Cyprus tackles waste management issues by collecting food waste to feed rescued chickens, promoting soil fertilization and pest control, reducing landfill waste and CO2 emissions. It aims to scale up its operations to encompass 15,000 chickens, redirecting 547 tons of food waste from landfills annually and preventing the release of 1,150 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere.
The 22nd edition of the Cyprus Film Days festival is gearing up for a spectacular run from April 12th to April 20th, 2024. Set to take place in Limassol’s Rialto Theatre and Nicosia’s Zena Palace, the festival promises over 20 fiction films, workshops, masterclasses, and engaging activities for cinema enthusiasts across Cyprus.
In Cyprus, one in three citizens are overweight, with a concerning 27.8% classified as obese, emphasizing the urgent need for health interventions. The numbers reveal a stark reality, with only 29.6% falling within the normal weight range, prompting calls for action to address this growing health crisis.
The attack on a Chlorakas couple in Paphos left the community shocked as the husband was assaulted with a metal object by a masked intruder, while the wife was attacked upon returning home, despite no valuables being stolen. The police are investigating the incident, increasing patrols and urging public assistance to ensure the safety of the neighborhood.
The trial of Akan Kursat in Cyprus was put on hold due to the death of a key British witness, leaving the attorneygeneral with insufficient evidence to proceed with the case against him. This unexpected turn of events has brought to light the intricate legal landscape and international dimensions of property disputes in Cyprus, shedding light on the broader implications of the longstanding conflict on the island.
