Former champion Halep rallies to beat retiring Flipkens
Former Wimbledon champion Simona Halep fought back from deficits in both sets to defeat retiring Belgian Kirsten Flipkens 7-5 6-4 on Thursday and power into the third round at Wimbledon.
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Russia abandons Snake Island in victory for Ukraine (Update 3)
Russian forces abandoned the strategic Black Sea outpost of Snake Island on Thursday in a victory for Ukraine that could loosen the grip of Russia’s blockade on Ukrainian ports.
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Supreme Court ruling casts cloud over US leadership in global climate fight
A Supreme Court ruling on Thursday limiting Washington’s authority to reduce carbon output from power plants will hurt global efforts to fight climate change by slowing America’s emissions ...
Erratic Swiatek reaches third round, extends winning streak to 37
World number one Iga Swiatek struggled with unforced errors but found her composure when it mattered most to see off Dutch lucky loser Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove 6-4 4-6 6-3 to ...
Kurds protest over PKK being called a terrorist organisation at Nato summit
Members of the Theofilos Kurdistan cultural centre marched on Thursday to protest after the Kurdish Workers’ Party PKK was referred to as a terrorist organisation during the Nato summit in ...
Public hospitals likely to miss target date for financial autonomy
The state health services organisation (Okypy) on Thursday suggested that the June 2024 target for public hospitals to attain financial autonomy may have to be pushed back, but critics countered that ...
Boulter and Broady keep home hopes bubbling with shock wins
Two unsung British players raised the home mood after Wednesday’s woes with Katie Boulter and Liam Broady causing huge upsets in the Wimbledon second round on Thursday.
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Biden sending more weapons to Ukraine as Nato prepares for long fight
President Joe Biden said on Thursday the United States will provide another $800 million in weapons and military aid to Ukraine, hailing the courage of Ukrainians since Russia invaded in February.
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Tsitsipas sets up Kyrgios clash with second-round win
Fourth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas romped into the third round at Wimbledon on Thursday with an accomplished 6-2 6-3 7-5 victory over Jordan Thompson under the roof on Court One.
The ...
Canada to fight poor diet with labels for sugar, salt, saturated fat
Canada will require food packaging to carry clear labeling to indicate a high content of sugar, sodium and saturated fat, helping consumers regulate their diets and prevent associated health risks.
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‘Worrying’ number of incidents in schools to be discussed
Education Minister Prodromos Prodromou on Thursday announced he would meet with secondary education headteachers to discuss the “worrying” number of incidents in schools.
Following several complaints, including a recent sexual ...
Bill regulating scooters will go to plenum on July 14
A bill regulating scooters – including a requirement that users be aged over 14 and wear a helmet — will go before the House plenary on July 14, House transport committee president Marinos Moushouttas ...
EU tells Greece to stop “violent” migrant deportations
The European Union’s top migration official told Greece on Thursday to stop “violent” deportations of migrants or risk losing funds.
After becoming one of the main destination points during ...
Responsibilities, where they’re found, will be attributed in soldier’s death, minister says
The defence ministry pledged on Thursday that if anyone were found responsible for the National Guard accident that led to the fatal injury of a 27-year-old commando, they would be ...
Wimbledon: Kyrgios serves up masterclass to blow away Krajinovic
Australian Nick Kyrgios delivered a devastating serving masterclass at Wimbledon on Thursday as he blasted past Serbia’s Filip Krajinovic 6-2 6-3 6-1 in 85 minutes to charge into the third ...
Students transform old Beetle into electric car
What’s better than a classic 1971 VW Beetle? Well, the students at the first technical school of Nicosia have proved that it may be an electric Beetle.
The teenagers have ...
Greece to submit request for purchase of 20 Lockheed F-35 fighter jets
Greece is expected to send an official request in the coming days to the United States for the purchase of 20 Lockheed Martin made F-35 fighter jets, defence sources said on ...
Five presidential candidates call for TV debate (Updated)
Five presidential candidates issued a joint statement on Thursday to press for televised debates and are urging remaining candidates to join their initiative.
The statement was issued by Averof Neophytou, ...
Israel heads to Nov 1 election with Lapid as caretaker PM
Israeli lawmakers voted on Thursday to dissolve parliament following the collapse of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s ruling coalition, opening the way for a Nov. 1 election that will be Israel‘...
Putin rejects Johnson’s claim a woman wouldn’t have invaded Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday rejected British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s charge that if he were a woman he would not have invaded Ukraine.
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What fitness experts want you to know about exercising in the heat
By Abi Jackson
With temperatures soaring, what does it mean for your exercise regime?
If you are keen to keep active, it’s wise to consider how the heat might ...
Bautista Agut latest to pull out of Wimbledon due to Covid -19
Spaniard Roberto Bautista Agut said on Thursday that he has pulled out of Wimbledon after testing positive for COVID-19, becoming the third big name in the men’s singles draw ...
Why a Greek villa is the top choice for a stress-free holiday
By Sophie Goodall
Stretched out on a padded lounger, as the Mediterranean sun warms my skin, I hear waves breaking on the shore behind me and distant birdsong from the ...
Tottenham close to sealing deal for Richarlison from Everton
Tottenham are close to completing the capture of Richarlison after agreeing a deal with Everton late on Wednesday night, the PA news agency understands.
The Brazil forward will now undergo ...