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Ten Cyprus firms to pitch at Limassol Startup World Cup event
Cyprus Mail
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July 1, 2025
The entrepreneurial spotlight turns to Cyprus this Friday, July 5, as ten local startups prepare to compete at the Startup World Cup 2025 Regional Finals, taking place at BrainRocket in Limassol. The winning team will go on to represent Cyprus at...
Environmental groups sue to stop ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ from operating in the Everglades
Miami Times - Florida
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Two environmental groups filed a lawsuit in a South Florida federal court on Friday over the immigration detention center under construction in the Everglades that has been dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz.” They later filed a motion for expedited...
Cypriot businesses go greener as hundreds certified in nationwide ESG initiative
Knews Kathimerini
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Nearly 1,000 Cypriot businesses have joined a nationwide push toward sustainability, with two-thirds already certified under Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards, marking the first-year results of a collaborative interbank...
Environmental and Indigenous Groups Mobilize to Stop 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Common Dreams
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June 30, 2025
As Florida's Republican government moves to construct a sprawling new immigration detention center in the heart of the Everglades, nicknamed "Alligator Alcatraz," environmental groups and a wide range of other activists have begun to mobilize...
The shocking reason why Florida's detention centre is facing resistance from environmentalists
The Times of India
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July 1, 2025
A controversial migrant detention facility under construction deep in the Florida Everglades—dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” by state officials—is drawing sharp criticism from environmentalists, immigration advocates, and Native American leaders who...
Florida defends "Alligator Alcatraz," environmentalists seek to halt Everglades detention center
CBS 4 Miami - Florida
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As Florida rushed to open a detention center for undocumented immigrants in the Everglades, attorneys for the state Monday argued a judge should reject an attempt by environmental groups to halt the project dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz." The state...
Nicosia to benefit from over €1 billion in project funding
Cyprus Mail
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June 30, 2025
President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday announced plans to fund 80 projects with a total cost of more than €1 billion to support the development of the capital. “Despite its potential and development potential, Nicosia is not unaffected by the...
Cyprus: Low-pressure system is bringing mostly clear weather
Famagusta Gazette
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June 30, 2025
Home Cyprus 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...
'Alligator Alcatraz' opening planned in Collier County amid environmental concerns
WINK - Florida
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A new detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" is set to open in Collier County, right in the heart of the Everglades. The Department of Homeland Security shared a picture on social media ahead of the grand opening, generating mixed reactions...
Nicosia to receive over €1 billion in development projects, President announces
Knews Kathimerini
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President Nikos Christodoulides unveiled more than 80 projects valued at over €1 billion aimed at transforming Nicosia and its surrounding suburbs during an event Monday at the Nicosia Municipal Theater. The initiatives cover a wide array of...
Cyprus cyclist battles injury to complete Mountain of Hell race
Cyprus Mail
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June 30, 2025
Seven days before the final race in the infamously gruelling Mountain of Hell bike race in Les Deux Alpes, France, Cypriot mountain biker George Kouzis was immobilised by an injured knee. “I had a crash on my bike while practicing in another...
Is it safe to travel to Cyprus? Your rights amid ongoing conflict in Middle East
The Independent
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June 30, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
With heat, rain, SWFL art galleries offer a wildlife sighting alternative
Naples Daily News - Florida
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Several art galleries in Southwest Florida showcase wildlife-themed artwork. These galleries offer an air-conditioned escape from the summer heat while enjoying nature-inspired art. Featured artists include both local talents and those inspired by...
Cyprus urged to decouple renewable prices from fossil fuel volatility
Cyprus Mail
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June 30, 2025
Expert calls for urgent electricity pricing overhaul Cyprus must urgently decouple renewable energy prices from volatile fossil fuel costs to ensure stability and fairness in its electricity market, according to energy systems expert and former...
Greek Cypriot leader extends invitation to Erdoğan
Sabah
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June 30, 2025
It is an invitation that Türkiye may automatically reject, but Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Christodoulides seems to have no choice but to make it anyway. The leader of an entity on the divided island of Cyprus, which is not recognized by Türkiye,...
Cyprus to Host Sea Tourism Festival for First Time
Famagusta Gazette
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June 29, 2025
Home Cyprus Cyprus to Host Sea Tourism Festival for First Time The International Sea Tourism Festival will take place in Cyprus for the first time, running Oct. 25–28 at Ayia Napa Marina. The event, traditionally held in Greece, is organized in...
Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation the Gold Sponsor of Cyprus’ first accessible youth camp
Cyprus Mail
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June 30, 2025
As part of its commitment to social inclusion and community empowerment, Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation supported Cyprus’ first fully accessible youth camp as a Gold Sponsor. The three-day event, organized by RESET, YPARXO and Ablebook,...
Climate crisis and cash crunch: 10 countries at breaking point by 2050
Asianet Newsable
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June 29, 2025
A new index from Columbia Climate School reveals the 10 most climate-vulnerable countries by 2050. Many face rising disaster risks and shrinking access to finance, trapping them in a cycle of crisis and recovery. A new index called the Climate...
Environmental groups try blocking Trump's 'Alligator Alcatraz' with last-minute lawsuit
Fox News
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June 29, 2025
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis joins 'Fox & Friends' to discuss the mission of a new ICE detention center in the Everglades as construction begins on 'Alligator Alcatraz.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Multiple environmental groups filed...
Europe pushes for UN-backed Cyprus solution
Cyprus Mail
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June 29, 2025
The president of the European people’s party (EPP), Manfred Weber, has branded Turkey’s push for a two-state solution in Cyprus as “not only unacceptable but unrealistic and dangerous”, warning that a united Europe demands a united Cyprus....