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The Nobel week begins, the winners will receive 11 million Swedish kroner

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

October 7, 2024

Nobel week begins in Stockholm, during which the winners of the prestigious awards will be announced.

KEY FACTS

Traditionally, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine opens the announcement of the prestigious honors today. In the following days – on October 8 and 9, the laureates for physics and chemistry, respectively, will be announced.
The Nobel Prize for Literature will be announced on October 10.
The Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on Friday, October 11, in Oslo.
The economics award, which is not among the original awards, is on October 14.
The laureates will receive their awards at ceremonies in Stockholm and Oslo, traditionally held on December 10, the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR

The distinction in each of the categories can be awarded to a maximum of three people. The award consists of a gold medal, a diploma and a cash prize, which this year has been increased by one million Swedish kroner and will amount to 11 million Swedish kroner (US$986,000).

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KEY STORY

At the request of Alfred Nobel (1833 – 1896), the prizes he established were for the most important discoveries in the field of physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, for remarkable literary achievements, and for activity in the interest of world peace.

The first Nobel Prize was awarded in Saint Tropez in 1901 – five years after the death of Alfred Nobel.

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Call for Reform: Cyprus Faces New Challenges with Emerging Tobacco Products

by News Editor

May 31, 2025

In the face of a burgeoning variety of tobacco products, existing smoking laws in Cyprus are struggling to keep pace, as highlighted by Christos Minas, the president of the Cyprus National Addictions Authority (AAEK). On World No-Tobacco Day, there was a push for legislative reforms to comprehensively cover all tobacco forms, including non-nicotine alternatives.

Addressing Rising Trends with Effective Policies

Minas emphasized the surge in popularity of e-cigarettes and flavored products, particularly among the youth. The proposed legal updates aim to enhance enforcement efficiency against these emerging trends.

In collaboration with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) framework, the AAEK has established the first set of national guidelines for smoking cessation in Cyprus, crafting prevention and treatment strategies based on robust scientific evidence.

Educating Youth and Public Awareness Initiatives

Efforts are underway to raise awareness, with informative materials distributed to secondary schools across Cyprus. A public event in Nicosia highlighted the state’s ongoing commitment, providing carbon monoxide testing and expert advice on new tobacco products.

Recent data from the Cyprus general population survey 2023 indicates that 38% of smokers have used e-cigarettes recently, and the smoking initiation age remains at 18.

A Glimpse into Youth Smoking Patterns

According to the latest European school survey, 14% of Cypriot students aged 15-16 reported smoking traditional cigarettes last month. Although this rate is declining, Cyprus still ranks high in Europe for e-cigarette and hookah use among students.

The concern is global, with WHO reports showing over 37 million children aged 13-15 engage in tobacco use, driven by aggressive marketing in loosely regulated environments.

The urgency for reform is clear: before these trends solidify, proactive measures are necessary to protect future generations from potentially hazardous habits.