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27 August, 2025
 

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Monday temperatures set to climb as week progresses, bringing warmer days ahead

Monday temperatures set to climb as week progresses, bringing warmer days ahead

A weak high-pressure system is currently affecting the region....

No pollution found at Lady’s Mile beach, Environment Department confirms

No pollution found at Lady’s Mile beach, Environment Department confirms

Lady’s Mile beach remains free of pollution, according to the Director of the Environment Department, Theodoulos Mesimeris, who addressed recent concerns Sunday following a warning from the British Bases in Akrotiri....

Larnaca Police seize cocaine hidden in bathroom furniture (PHOTOS)

Larnaca Police seize cocaine hidden in bathroom furniture (PHOTOS)

Two people were arrested after police discovered cocaine hidden inside a piece of furniture during a drug raid at a Larnaca residence, authorities said....

Youths assault three minors near Limassol Pier, Police say

Youths assault three minors near Limassol Pier, Police say

Police in Limassol are investigating an assault that left three minors injured after they were reportedly attacked by a group of other youths near the city’s pier....

Driver pulled from burning car after early-morning crash

Driver pulled from burning car after early-morning crash

A driver was rescued by passersby early Sunday morning after crashing into a tree and becoming trapped inside a burning vehicle in the Nicosia district....

Did you see Rihanna in Cyprus last week? Neither did we, but you might’ve thought so

Did you see Rihanna in Cyprus last week? Neither did we, but you might’ve thought so

It wasn’t Rihanna who took the stage in Cyprus on May 16, but for over 2,000 fans at EATmosphere in Nicosia, it might as well have been....

Kontides takes silver at World Championship after final-day incident

Kontides takes silver at World Championship after final-day incident

Pavlos Kontides finished first overall at the World Championship in Qingdao, but an incident during the opening race of the final day dropped him to second place in the final standings....

British Bases warn against swimming at Lady’s Mile due to contaminated water

British Bases warn against swimming at Lady’s Mile due to contaminated water

The British Bases have issued a warning against swimming at Lady’s Mile beach after tests revealed unsafe levels of enterococci bacteria in the seawater....

Adidas drone show near the Acropolis triggers legal drama and culture chat (VIDEO)

Adidas drone show near the Acropolis triggers legal drama and culture chat (VIDEO)

What happens when Adidas drones buzz near the Acropolis? Apparently, a legal kerfuffle and a lively debate about mixing business with ancient history....

Two arrested in connection with separate home burglaries in Paphos

Two arrested in connection with separate home burglaries in Paphos

Two men, aged 43 and 41, were arrested Friday in connection with separate home burglary and theft investigations in the Paphos district, police said....

Man pushes officer off motorcycle in dramatic arrest

Man pushes officer off motorcycle in dramatic arrest

A 37-year-old Iraqi man was arrested Friday afternoon in old Nicosia after allegedly pushing a police officer off his motorcycle during a routine stop, authorities said....

Two major roads near completion, set to transform travel across Cyprus (video)

Two major roads near completion, set to transform travel across Cyprus (video)

Two key road projects are nearing completion in Cyprus and are expected to significantly improve transport links and everyday life for citizens, especially in rural and mountainous areas. ...

EAC Chairman admits project costs overstated, downplays need for tariff hike

EAC Chairman admits project costs overstated, downplays need for tariff hike

The Board of Directors of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is set to review potential electricity tariff adjustments this week, but EAC Chairman Giorgos Petrou said he does not expect a rate increase will be necessary....

Lufthansa flight flew without conscious pilot for 10 minutes, report says

Lufthansa flight flew without conscious pilot for 10 minutes, report says

A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Seville was left without an alert pilot for about 10 minutes in February after the co-pilot lost consciousness while alone in the cockpit, according to a report released Thursday by Spanish aviation authorities....

Four month old baby diagnosed with drug addiction

Four month old baby diagnosed with drug addiction

A four-month-old baby boy in Aigio, western Greece, has been diagnosed with drug addiction in a heartbreaking case that’s shocked the country...

Andreas Neocleous, Omiros Pissarides, Eirini Hadjisavva, and Marios Tannousis to Speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

Andreas Neocleous, Omiros Pissarides, Eirini Hadjisavva, and Marios Tannousis to Speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

This year’s Sustainable Development Conference aims to support and enhance Cyprus’s national strategy for the Green Transition....

University of Limassol Inaugurates Department of Psychology, Marking a Milestone in Academic Excellence

University of Limassol Inaugurates Department of Psychology, Marking a Milestone in Academic Excellence

The University of Limassol (UoL) proudly announced the official inauguration of its Department of Psychology during a distinguished ceremony held at the Elias Beach Hotel in Limassol....

Christodoulides to Erdogan: ''It’s up to us now''

Christodoulides to Erdogan: ''It’s up to us now''

In a rare and unexpected exchange, President Nikos Christodoulides spoke with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday during the European Political Community Summit in Tirana, Albania....

New brand identity: CRIVIT on the way to becoming the strongest movement brand in Europe

New brand identity: CRIVIT on the way to becoming the strongest movement brand in Europe

The CRIVIT brand presents the launch of the first international omnichannel campaign, "FIND YOUR MOVE". The campaign brings the joy of movement to TV screens, social media, and Lidl stores in over 30 countries. ...

Kangaroo killing case: Three arraigned, two more still wanted

Kangaroo killing case: Three arraigned, two more still wanted

Three people were arraigned on Friday before the Famagusta District Court in connection with the disturbing case of a kangaroo being butchered in an apartment parking lot....

WIZZ AIR ANNOUNCES ITS SPECIAL BIRTHDAY PROMO

WIZZ AIR ANNOUNCES ITS SPECIAL BIRTHDAY PROMO

Nicosia, 16 May 2025. Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline , celebrates its birthday with an unmissable promo....

Grigorios Kamperis, Nicholas Argyrou, George Louka and Elias Kokkinos to speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

Grigorios Kamperis, Nicholas Argyrou, George Louka and Elias Kokkinos to speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

This year’s Sustainable Development Conference will focus on supporting and strengthening Cyprus’s national strategy for the Green Transition....

Lifesaving help at the push of a button for vulnerable seniors

Lifesaving help at the push of a button for vulnerable seniors

Elderly people living alone or far from their families will soon have access to round-the-clock emergency help and emotional support,...

Major win for borrowers as court orders banks to stop using abusive loan terms

Major win for borrowers as court orders banks to stop using abusive loan terms

Thousands of borrowers across Cyprus could soon see fairer treatment from banks, thanks to a landmark court decision banning the use of abusive clauses in loan contracts....

Makariou Avenue set to reopen to all vehicles on weekdays, but not just yet

Makariou Avenue set to reopen to all vehicles on weekdays, but not just yet

Makariou Avenue could soon reopen to all traffic during the day, following a majority vote by the Nicosia Municipal Council — but the final green light will need to come from the Police and the European Union....

Limassol man caught with nearly 200 jerrycans of diesel in backyard

Limassol man caught with nearly 200 jerrycans of diesel in backyard

What began as a drug probe ended with a discovery that has police scratching their heads, and could be tied to the high price of diesel....

Friday forecast: Dusty skies, climbing temps, and a weekend mood swing

Friday forecast: Dusty skies, climbing temps, and a weekend mood swing

Settle in, sky-watchers and weather weirdos. We’ve got a moody atmosphere and a temperature rollercoaster heading into the weekend. ...

Cyprus Parliament approves bill for decentralized hospital administration

Cyprus Parliament approves bill for decentralized hospital administration

The House of Representatives approved a bill Thursday aimed at decentralizing the management of Cyprus’ public hospitals, in a move supporters say will address widespread healthcare inefficiencies and region-specific challenges....

Agriculture Minister says water plan covers everyone, desalination units coming soon

Agriculture Minister says water plan covers everyone, desalination units coming soon

No region in Cyprus is excluded from the government’s national water management plan, Agriculture Ministry Director General Andreas Grigoriou said Friday, responding to public concerns over the water supply in the Paphos district....

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