Germany Sees Sharp Decline in Wildfires in 2024
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Germany experienced a significant drop in wildfires last year, according to recent data released by the German Federal Information Centre for Agriculture (BZL). The number of forest…
Cyprus: Low-pressure system is bringing mostly clear weather
A seasonal low-pressure system is bringing mostly clear weather to the region, with some afternoon cloud build-up that may trigger isolated showers, particularly in the mountains. Winds will begin from…
Powerful heat wave sweeping across much of Europe
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – A powerful heat wave is sweeping across much of Europe, pushing temperatures to extreme highs and prompting red alerts in several countries. Spain recorded the highest temperatures…
24 arrested in Cyprus immigration sweep
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Cyprus immigration authorities carried out a large-scale operation targeting individuals residing illegally in the country, officials said last night. A total of 24 nationals from third countries…
Informal summit on the Cyprus issue is expected
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – An informal summit on the Cyprus issue is expected to take place in New York between July 16 and 18, according to officials familiar with the planning.…
Poll: Hungary’s Opposition Surges Ahead of Orban
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE — The center-right Tisza Party, Hungary’s main opposition force, holds a commanding lead in a new poll ahead of next year’s elections. According to a survey conducted by…
Scientists find how brain cells survive exposure to Botox toxin
Israeli researchers have discovered how brain cells defend themselves against the highly toxic botulinum neurotoxin type A, better known as Botox. In a study published in Genomic Psychiatry, scientists from…
Nature’s Ozempic: What and how you eat can increase levels of GLP-1 without drugs
Mary J. Scourboutakos, University of Toronto Despite the popularity of semaglutide drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss, surveys suggest that most people still prefer to lose weight without…
Paphos International Film Festival Marks 10th Year with Global Stories and Local Voices
The Paphos International Film Festival (PIFF) concluded its 10th edition with a vibrant showcase of 18 short films and documentaries from around the world, spotlighting themes of memory, identity, conflict…
Cyprus Launches Campaign to Tackle Hospital Infections and Antibiotic Misuse
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – The Health Ministry has recently launched a national campaign to curb hospital-acquired infections and reduce the misuse of antibiotics, as Cyprus continues to struggle with infection rates…