His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros Eulogizes Euripides Kontos
NEW YORK – His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America eulogized Euripides Kontos at his Funeral Service, which was performed by Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey...
Marijuana Shops Reopen in Many States, but Some Fear Another Shutdown
BOSTON — Marijuana shops in many states have enjoyed brisk business during the coronavirus pandemic. In New England? Not so much.
For Top U.S. COVID-19 Experts, Faith and Science Work Together
NEW YORK — The relationship between faith and science has faced its share of strain during the coronavirus pandemic — but for some scientists leading the nation'...
Victim in Police Encounter Had Started New Life in Minnesota
Before he died after being pinned for minutes beneath a Minneapolis police officer's knee, George Floyd was suffering the same fate as millions of Americans during the...
Cyprus Advising Doctors to Curtail the Use of Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine on Some COVID-19 Patients
NICOSIA, Cyprus -- Cyprus is advising doctors to curtail the use of chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine on some coronavirus patients amid renewed concerns the drugs could trigger heart problems and put lives at risk.
Cyprus’ Cabinet Gives OK for EastMed Gas Pipeline into EU
Cyprus' Cabinet has ratified a bill paving the way for the EastMed gas pipeline to carry 10 billion cubic meters annually from Israeli and Cypriot waters to Crete and then to the European Union's gas network through Italy.
Cyprus Pledges to Cover Costs for Coronavirus-Hit Tourists
NICOSIA — Cyprus is pledging to cover all costs for anyone testing positive for the coronavirus while on vacation on the eastern Mediterranean island nation, according to a letter obtained by The Associated Press on Wednesday.
EasyJet, American Airlines to Slash Workforce amid Pandemic
LONDON — European budget carrier easyJet and American Airlines both plan to cut large parts of their workforces as the global aviation industry struggles to cope with...
Patrons under Plastic: Restaurants Get Creative in Coronavirus Era
PARIS — Dining at a table where each person is enclosed by a clear plastic shield might look and sound futuristic, but it could be one way for some restaurants to...
NYC Businesses that Try to Reopen before Coronavirus Restrictions Are Lifted Will Face Stiff Fines
New York City businesses that try to reopen before coronavirus restrictions are lifted will face fines starting at $1,000, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Thursday.
Cuomo: "No Mask, No Service" Rule Is OK for NY Businesses
NEW YORK - Business owners in New York will be able to deny entry to people not wearing masks or face coverings, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday.
South Africa Eases Bans on Alcohol Sales, Church Services
CAPE TOWN, South Africa -- The South African government says it will allow people to buy alcohol and attend church services starting Monday as part of its phased relaxation of...
Sardinia's Gov. Urges Italian Gov't to Back a Coronavirus Testing Regime
MILAN -- The governor of Sardinia is urging Italy's government to back a coronavirus testing regime that would give domestic tourists a greater sense of safety.
German Authorities Say at Least 72 UPS Workers Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
BERLIN -- Authorities in northern Germany say at least 72 workers at a UPS center near Hannover have tested positive for the new coronavirus.
Thursday’s 10th Weekly “Clap for Our Carers” Could Be the Last for Britons
LONDON — Since March, Britons have stood on balconies, doorsteps and sidewalks once a week to applaud care workers on the front lines of the pandemic.