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19 December, 2025
 

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Weather report: Wednesday edition

Weather report: Wednesday edition

Good morning, beautiful people! Yes, it's Wednesday, which means we've successfully survived half the week, and nature is celebrating... by possibly throwing a temper tantrum....

Cyprus unveils advanced defense drones and anti-drone systems (PHOTOS)

Cyprus unveils advanced defense drones and anti-drone systems (PHOTOS)

The Cypriot Ministry of Defense today showcased two cutting-edge defense systems developed under its ATHENA research and innovation program: THISEAS, a drone-based situational awareness platform, and DroneEYE, a portable and vehicle-mounted anti-drone system....

Cyprus’ political landscape: One party per 21,000 voters

Cyprus’ political landscape: One party per 21,000 voters

As Cyprus approaches the 2026 parliamentary elections, the country’s political arena remains remarkably fragmented. According to the state registry, 25 political parties and movements are currently registered and active....

Cabinet approves new marine sciences school in Larnaca

Cabinet approves new marine sciences school in Larnaca

The Cyprus government on Tuesday approved the establishment of a new School of Marine Sciences, Technology, and Sustainable Development at the Cyprus University of Technology (TEPAK) in Larnaca, officials announced....

Cyprus faces two more years of airport congestion, Minister says

Cyprus faces two more years of airport congestion, Minister says

Passengers traveling through Cyprus’s main airports are likely to face two more years of long lines, crowded terminals, and makeshift boarding areas before major improvements take effect, according to Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis....

Ypsonas residents to get garbage fee refunds as major infrastructure works drag on

Ypsonas residents to get garbage fee refunds as major infrastructure works drag on

A year into a sweeping infrastructure overhaul that has left several streets in Ypsonas closed to vehicles, the local municipality has decided to cancel this year’s household garbage collection fees and refund residents who already paid them....

Cyprus real estate transfers hit nearly €3.5 billion in first nine months of 2025

Cyprus real estate transfers hit nearly €3.5 billion in first nine months of 2025

Cyprus’ real estate market continues to shine, with property transfers reaching nearly €3.5 billion in the first nine months of 2025, up 12.6% from the same period last year, according to the Real Estate Agents Registration Council....

Animal shelter faces crisis as volunteers protest planned removal of 2,000 animals

Animal shelter faces crisis as volunteers protest planned removal of 2,000 animals

Volunteers at a privately run animal shelter in the Paphos district say they face a crisis as a court order and landowner dispute threaten the wellbeing of roughly 2,000 animals under their care. ...

Cyprus tops EU in food, drink and tobacco sales in September

Cyprus tops EU in food, drink and tobacco sales in September

Cyprus saw a big jump in food, drink, and tobacco sales in September 2025, with people buying 10.4% more than the same month last year, Eurostat says. That’s the highest increase in the European Union, far above the EU average of just 0.5% and the eurozone’s 1% rise....

Floor mural brings a splash of color to Protaras

Floor mural brings a splash of color to Protaras

A burst of color has arrived in central Protaras, where a brand-new floor mural now decorates one of the resort town’s busiest spots, quickly becoming a new photo hotspot for both residents and visitors....

Man held as fourth suspect in brutal Limassol murder

Man held as fourth suspect in brutal Limassol murder

A fourth arrest has been made in the brutal killing of a 30-year-old woman in Limassol, as police continue to piece together what they describe as a savage assault inside a Germasogeia apartment last weekend....

Households told to save water, while companies pump unchecked

Households told to save water, while companies pump unchecked

As Cyprus urges households to cut back on water use amid one of the driest years in a decade, mounting criticism points to a glaring gap: while families face restrictions and fines, large companies continue using vast amounts of water with little oversight....

Tuesday’s forecast: The atmosphere files its midweek paperwork

Tuesday’s forecast: The atmosphere files its midweek paperwork

The weak high-pressure system is still hanging around today, probably because it forgot its jacket, while a weak low-pressure system is already texting, “On my way!” from tomorrow....

Trump threatens $1 billion lawsuit against BBC over edited speech

Trump threatens $1 billion lawsuit against BBC over edited speech

U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with one of the world’s most prominent news organizations, threatening the British Broadcasting Corporation with a $1 billion lawsuit....

Families of TAKATA airbag victims demand answers after months of silence

Families of TAKATA airbag victims demand answers after months of silence

Five months after the release of the investigative report, the families of those who lost their lives due to faulty TAKATA airbags remain without any official updates on the progress of the case. ...

Cyprus counts 175,000 legal migrants as irregular arrivals plummet 89%

Cyprus counts 175,000 legal migrants as irregular arrivals plummet 89%

The Republic of Cyprus now hosts more than 175,000 legally residing nationals from non-EU countries, according to figures presented this week to Parliament by the Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection. ...

Nicosia–Troodos highway still stuck in neutral 50 years and counting

Nicosia–Troodos highway still stuck in neutral 50 years and counting

It was supposed to be a ''lifeline'' for Cyprus’ rural communities, a fast, modern highway linking Nicosia to Troodos. Instead, after more than 50 years, the long-promised road has become a running joke about government delays and shifting political timetables....

New clues emerge in Limassol murder of Nigerian woman

New clues emerge in Limassol murder of Nigerian woman

New evidence has emerged in the investigation into the brutal murder of 30-year-old Victory Osarumen Thompson from Nigeria, who was found dead Sunday morning (not Monday morning as previously reported) in a short-term rental apartment in Limassol....

Audit service to review First Lady’s charity amid questions over donor ties

Audit service to review First Lady’s charity amid questions over donor ties

Cyprus’ Audit Service will investigate the Independent Social Support Agency, a charitable fund managed by the First Lady, after a report highlighted several donations that raise questions about transparency and possible conflicts of interest....

Lidl Cyprus offers a -15% discount on all fresh pork products

Lidl Cyprus offers a -15% discount on all fresh pork products

Consistent with its commitment to quality products at affordable prices, Lidl Cyprus is taking a new initiative that makes fresh pork even more accessible to everyone. ...

Eurolife and Karaiskakio: A Strategic Partnership Centered on Humanity

Eurolife and Karaiskakio: A Strategic Partnership Centered on Humanity

Eurolife and the Karaiskakio Foundation have formalized their strategic partnership, marking the beginning of a shared journey. The goal is to strengthen the Foundation’s research and educational work, as well as to cultivate the values of volunteerism and social contribution among Cyprus’s younger generation....

Petrolina: Grand Sponsor of the 8th Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon

Petrolina: Grand Sponsor of the 8th Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon

Petrolina, the Grand Sponsor since the very first year of the Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon, continues to energise one of Cyprus’s most significant sporting events....

Nigerian woman found dead in Limassol apartment, police investigate murder

Nigerian woman found dead in Limassol apartment, police investigate murder

A 30-year-old Nigerian woman was found dead in her Limassol apartment Thursday morning in what police are treating as a premeditated murder....

Cyprus This Week: Banks, MOTs and tax talks stir debate

Cyprus This Week: Banks, MOTs and tax talks stir debate

Cyprus’ headlines this week reflect a mix of economic, labor, and public safety issues, from banks rewarding employees handsomely to questions about who is really keeping the country’s roads safe. ...

Pompeo to Kathimerini: ''Cyprus must stand firm with the West''

Pompeo to Kathimerini: ''Cyprus must stand firm with the West''

In a wide-ranging interview, former U.S. Secretary of State and current Executive Chairman of Impact, Mike Pompeo, spoke about the importance of Western unity, the evolving geopolitical balance in Ukraine and the Middle East, the challenge posed by China, and Cyprus’ role in an increasingly complex global landscape....

Trump’s envoys are here, and Cyprus is in the spotlight again

Trump’s envoys are here, and Cyprus is in the spotlight again

Washington’s focus on the Eastern Mediterranean appears to be sharpening once again, and Cyprus is finding itself at the center of attention....

Weather forecast: Monday tries to keep it together as the weekend’s memory lingers

Weather forecast: Monday tries to keep it together as the weekend’s memory lingers

Oh, weekend. Gone too soon. You were warm, bright, and full of questionable decisions. Now Monday’s here, pretending to be calm and organized while quietly holding a cup of tepid weather....

Hunter rescued after 50-meter fall into ravine in Gerasa, Limassol (VIDEO)

Hunter rescued after 50-meter fall into ravine in Gerasa, Limassol (VIDEO)

Emergency services were called into action early Sunday morning after a hunter fell into a deep ravine in the mountainous area of Gerasa, in Limassol District....

Serious allegations against the Cyprus Broadcasting Authority: Anti-corruption probe launched

Serious allegations against the Cyprus Broadcasting Authority: Anti-corruption probe launched

An official inquiry has been launched into the Cyprus Broadcasting Authority (CBA) following a series of serious allegations filed by the television network EXTRA. ...

Turkish patrol confronts Greek Cypriot farmer in Buffer Zone standoff near Deneia

Turkish patrol confronts Greek Cypriot farmer in Buffer Zone standoff near Deneia

A new confrontation occurred on Saturday morning in the Deneia region, within the UN-controlled buffer zone, when a Turkish military vehicle reportedly entered the area and ordered a Greek Cypriot farmer to leave his field....

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