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Catherine Conlon: Drop in US junk food sales the break we need to cut unhealthy diets

Irish Examiner · July 7, 2025

Our food system is killing us. Designed to produce cheap calories after the second world war, it is now the cause of one in four adult deaths globally – more than 12 million a year that are due to poor diets. As always, it is the poorest and most...

Cyprus Business Now: CySEC, tourism, hospital tookover, job satisfaction

Cyprus Mail · July 8, 2025

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos on Monday will chair a Eurogroup meeting, which is also set to elect a new president for the next two and a half years. According to a statement from the Finance Ministry, ministers will first exchange views on the...

Greece Fights Crete Wildfire For Third Day Amid Rising Temperatures

StratNews Global · July 4, 2025

Home Europe Greece Greece Fights Crete Wildfire For Third Day Amid Rising Temperatures Some 130 firefighters, supported by 48 vehicles and six helicopters, battled the blaze amid gale-force winds and dry conditions that risked reigniting contained...

Greece battles wildfire for a third day as temperatures rise

Gulf Today · July 4, 2025

Gale force wind gusts complicated efforts on Friday to contain wildfires on Crete that have razed forests and olive groves and forced thousands of residents and tourists to evacuate. Around 130 firefighters, 48 vehicles and six helicopters were...

Greece passes law to jail people for selling alcohol or tobacco to children

Euronews ·

Published on 04/07/2025 - 15:25 GMT+2 The Greek parliament has passed a bill that aims to protect children from smoking and alcohol by enacting strict age verification rules for sales, banning smoking in certain public places, and restricting...

Greece battles wildfire on Crete for a third day as temperatures rise

The Gazette - Colorado ·

ATHENS (Reuters) -Firefighters battled for a third day on Friday to put out a wildfire on the Greek island of Crete that has razed forests and olive groves and forced thousands of residents and tourists to leave the area. Around 130 firefighters,...

Sacred Chamber Found in Oldest Temple of Ancient Greek City Selinunte in Italy

Greek Reporter · July 7, 2025

Selinunte, Tempio C. Credit: wikimedia commons / Franck Manogil CC BY 2.0 A recent archaeological excavation has revealed what experts believe to be the most sacred chamber of the oldest known stone temple in the ancient Greek city of Selinunte...

First look: This Greek island just got its first JW Marriott, complete with direct sea access and private infinity pools

The Points Guy · July 7, 2025

Some 100 miles south of mainland Greece, there's an alluring new island oasis to dispose of your stress — and your stash of Marriott Bonvoy points, too. Last month, the JW Marriott in Crete began welcoming guests to its 160-room hillside resort...

Greece battles wildfire on Crete for a third day, thousands of tourists left the area

Cyprus Mail · July 4, 2025

Firefighters battled for a third day on Friday to put out a wildfire on the Greek island of Crete that has razed forests and olive groves and forced thousands of residents and tourists to leave the area. Around 130 firefighters, 48 vehicles and...

Raw Luxury Meets Regenerative Design: Block722’s JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Emerges on Greece’s Wild Coast

urdesignmag · July 7, 2025

In an era where luxury hospitality often prioritizes opulence over ecology, Athens-based studio Block722 has redefined the paradigm with the newly opened JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa. Perched dramatically on the untamed hills of Akra Pelegri...

Artemis: The Multifaceted Ancient Greek Goddess and Her Cults

Greek Reporter · July 7, 2025

Artemis was the ancient Greek goddess associated with numerous cults. Photo of Apollo and Artemis (right) on Attic red-figure cup, circa 470 BCE, by the Briseis Painter. Louvre, Paris. Credit: Jastrow Wikimedia Commons Public Domain Artemis is...

The worst-offending UPFs – and the tips, healthy swaps & recipes to unprocess your diet

The Sun · July 7, 2025

BY now, you’ve probably got the memo . . . ultra-processed foods are “bad”. Low in nutrients and high in sugar, fat and salt, they are quick and easy to eat, meaning that we absorb lots of calories, and fast. 8 Rhiannon Lambert shares her top tips...

When will Alabama get medical cannabis? Officials, producers see reasons for hope

Chattanooga Times Free Press - Tennessee · July 7, 2025

CULLMAN, Ala. -- From the outside, it appears to be another one of over 1,500 farms in Cullman County, with a couple of facilities and a structure that will eventually serve as a greenhouse. The front office looks -- and smells -- like any other...

Ina Garten's Greek panzanella salad will transport you to Greece, no passport required

Business Insider · July 7, 2025

2025-07-07T17:54:26Z Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app I tried Ina Garten's Greek panzanella salad. The easy dish features cucumber, bell...

EXCLUSIVE: EU seeks defence cooperation for future health emergencies

EurActiv · July 7, 2025

ATHENS – The Commission is seeking close cooperation with EU defence ministers as part of a new medical countermeasures plan to address future health crises, according to a document seen by Euractiv. The strategy, due to be presented in July, lays...

Greece Battles Wildfires, Braces for Second Heatwave

Greek Reporter · July 4, 2025

Firefighters in Greece managed to put out two large wildfires. File photo. Credit: Greek Reporter/Odysseas Karadis Authorities in Greece are grappling with multiple wildfires that have forced mass evacuations and sparked concerns for the tourism...

9 Best Foods to Help You Stay Hydrated, Recommended by Dietitians

EatingWell ·

Some fruits and veggies, like watermelon and cucumbers, are made of over 90% water and can help you hydrate. These foods also give your body important nutrients like potassium and vitamin C to keep you feeling good. Eating hydrating foods is extra...

The Dark Side of Sunshine: Mental Health in Modern Greece

To Vima · July 7, 2025

It is commonly believed that countries which are blessed with warm weather and sunshine almost all year round have low rates of mental health issues among their populations. Surprisingly though, in the case of Greece, the official numbers tell a...

A Dietitian Shares 13 High-Protein Breakfast Ideas That Aren’t Eggs

Verywell Health ·

Eggs provide 6 grams (g) of protein each and are a breakfast staple in many households. However, plenty of other breakfast foods offer just as much, if not more, protein than eggs. Jump to Key Takeaways. 1. Greek Yogurt with Berries and Seeds...

Nutrition expert names 6 foods that 'work like weight loss jabs'

Daily Express · July 4, 2025

An expert has revealed six types of food that “work like weight loss jabs”. She explained that they could slow digestion and help you feel full - but without the potential side effects. Medications known as GLP-1 inhibitors have made headlines in...