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Dr. Takis Georgiou, the first doctor to successfully perform in vitro fertilization in Cyprus, has passed away, leaving the medical community in mourning. The Ledra clinic bid farewell, highlighting his contributions and ethical standards. Dr. Georgiou selflessly served his patients, providing support during their difficult times. His funeral will take place on July 15, inviting people to honor his memory.

In the Joker draw by OPAP held on 13/07/2025, the lucky numbers are 16, 36, 12, 13, 45, and the Joker number is 4. Winners will share at least €11,500,000. This is a significant draw that could bring major changes to the lucky players. Participation always increases in such cases.

An elderly man was murdered in Paphos on Sunday afternoon, prompting an alert from the local police. The investigation is ongoing to clarify the circumstances of the incident. Currently, further details have not been released. The police are committed to providing more information soon.

In Pissouri, a violent incident occurred between two residents who had a long-standing feud. The 53-year-old suspect contacted the police after the confrontation and was later arrested. He faces charges of attempted murder and causing serious bodily harm. The police are investigating the case and are expected to take witness statements.

A 16-year-old Turkish Cypriot, Ivan Gurbetoglu, died in a motorcycle accident in the Paphos area. His motorcycle reportedly veered off course and crashed into a tree. The police are investigating the circumstances of the incident, which occurred on Saturday afternoon. The teenager was found in a ditch without vital signs and was pronounced dead at the hospital.

A 53-year-old man was arrested for attempted murder of a 30-year-old in Pissouri, following a heated argument outside a supermarket. The 30-year-old was seriously injured and is in critical condition in Intensive Care. The suspect, who has had previous disputes with the victim, is expected to appear in court to request his detention. Both men had caused issues for the authorities in the past.

Logistics is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of business costs. Any disruption in the supply chain can impact even the last consumer, affecting the quality and pricing of products. Entrepreneurs need to be cautious of these costs, which can account for up to 25% of the final price. Everyone pays the 'hidden' cost associated with logistics, whether they realize it or not.

The failure to implement automatic voter registration may alter the distribution of parliamentary seats. With an increase in new voters in Paphos and a decrease in Nicosia, the issue of transferring a seat arises. This change could significantly impact the electoral outcome and political balance in Cyprus.

Giorgos Pamporidis reflects on the state of the Democratic Rally (DISY) and expresses his concerns about the future of the party. He emphasizes the need for strong leadership and planning, as well as his own doubts about DISY's direction. Additionally, he reveals that he was approached by three parties to be a candidate for parliament but chose not to participate due to a lack of clear goals. Finally, he states that he is willing to help if he sees a positive plan.

Nicosia is preparing to block any discussions of 'out-of-the-box' ideas during the informal Five-Party Conference on Cyprus in New York. The Cypriot side is concerned about Turkey's insistence on equal sovereignty and potential behind-the-scenes moves from third parties. President Christodoulides and his team are preparing alternative scenarios to break the deadlock. Despite the challenges, Cyprus remains vigilant.

The revolution in instant payments is transforming the transaction landscape in Europe. A significant regulation approved by the EU requires instant payments to be processed within 10 seconds, with no upper limit. This initiative aims to enhance the daily use of electronic payments. The regulation is part of broader efforts towards a more integrated European economy.

The Sports Authority announced the start of the process to transfer the 'Stelios Kyriakidis' stadium to a private investor for 30 years. The investor will be responsible for upgrading the stadium to at least UEFA III category and constructing two training fields. The process will include several stages, with the first open information meeting scheduled for July 25. Interested parties will be invited to submit their proposals in September 2025.