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1621. Finally, a bit of a break from the oven!

Good news, folks—Mother Nature finally decided to sprinkle some relief on our sun-baked island! After weeks of feeling like we're living on the surface of the sun, a seasonal low-pressure system and some unstable air are bringing us a bit of that sweet, sweet rain. Get ready to embrace those cooler vibes!...

1622. Athens and Nicosia reach tentative agreement on energy project

According to a report by Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras, a tentative agreement between Athens and Nicosia, backed by the European Commission, has eased uncertainty surrounding a significant energy project. ...

1623. Cyprus sees higher borrowing costs, lower deposit rates in July

Interest rates on consumer loans and mortgages in Cyprus increased in July, according to the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). The rate for consumer credit climbed to 6.67% from 6.18% in June, while the rate for home loans rose to 4.59% from 4.52%....

1624. Cyprus, Greece break deadlock on Crete-Cyprus power link

Officials from Cyprus and Greece have reached an agreement in principle to resolve the impasse over the Crete-Cyprus electricity interconnection project....

1625. U.S. seizes Venezuelan President Maduro’s private jet

The United States has seized a plane used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, citing violations of U.S. sanctions and other criminal activities....

1626. Ancient Cypriot settlement reveals child burial and early metallurgy

Excavations at the ancient Chalcolithic settlement of Chlorakas-Palloures in Cyprus have unveiled remarkable insights into life on the island 5,000 years ago,...

1627. EU allocates €39.5 million for Turkish Cypriot community

The European Commission on Tuesday approved the 2024 Annual Action Programme, granting €39.5 million to support the Turkish Cypriot community's socio-economic development and advance Cyprus' reunification efforts....

1628. Euro-Turkey relations, the Cyprus problem, and an intangible connection

On Thursday morning, High Representative Josep Borrell nearly overlooked mentioning the lunch discussion with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan about Euro-Turkish relations at the informal EU foreign ministers' meeting....

1629. Banks in Cyprus contribute €1 million to install air conditioners in schools

Cyprus's major banks are stepping up to help install air conditioners in schools, contributing €1 million to the effort. The funds will be distributed equally among the School Boards of the country’s five provinces. ...

1630. Cyprus warns of severe water shortages due to climate change

Cyprus is sounding the alarm about the growing threat of water shortages in the Mediterranean region due to climate change. At a major meeting on Tuesday, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou stressed that the country is a prime example of how serious the problem has become....

1631. Marios Demetriades: ''Truth and justice always prevail''

A lawsuit related to naturalizations under the Cyprus Investment Programme was filed on Friday at the Nicosia District Court, with former Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works, Marios Demetriades, among the defendants....

1632. The MyPetrolina App ''Drives'' You to Alphamega Hypermarkets!

1633. Cyprus-Crete energy link faces collapse amid political turmoil

The Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project, a critical initiative to integrate Cyprus into the European energy grid, is mired in political and economic controversy, threatening its future. ...

1634. Clouds and thunderstorms brew after yesterday's refreshing rains

After yesterday's refreshing rains in parts of the country, things are heating up again!...

1635. Back-to-school shopping spikes as prices fluctuate

in an article written by Kathimerini's Anna Polyviou, back-to-school shopping is in full swing with the new school year just around the corner. Consumers scramble to buy essentials like clothing, footwear, stationery, and school bags, taking advantage of a wide variety of products and offers to suit their needs and budgets....

1636. Cyprus powers up for a last-minute save

Nicosia has requested more time at the political level to keep the Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project on track, following a dispute over €100 million in project cost recovery....

1637. Qantas passengers score first-class tickets at 85% off

Qantas Airways recently made a costly mistake, offering first-class tickets at an 85% discount due to a coding error. The Australian airline accidentally listed round-trip first-class flights from Australia to the United States, typically priced at up to AUD 28,000 (USD 19,000), for just AUD 3,400 (USD 2,300)....

1638. Cyprus' Olympion joins leading K12 education group Globeducate

Globeducate announces the acquisition of Education Group OLYMPION School (Εκπαιδευτικός Όμιλος ΟΛΥΜΠΙΟΝ) near Nicosia in Cyprus, a group of Greek private schools with nearly 450 pupils aged 6 to 18 across Gymnasium, Lyceum and, from September 2024, Elementary stages....

1639. Israel faces mass strike amid anger over hostage deaths

A general strike threatened to shut down much of Israel on Monday as public anger erupted over the killing of six hostages in Gaza and frustration grew with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the ongoing conflict with Hamas....

1640. Turkish Cypriots, Turkey denounce Netflix series 'Famagusta'

The Turkish Cypriot leadership and Turkey's Foreign Ministry have condemned Netflix's decision to stream the series "Famagusta," accusing it of distorting historical facts about the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus....

1641. Hvaldimir, Norway's famous beluga whale, found dead

Hvaldimir, the well-known beluga whale in Norway, has been found dead, according to conservationists. Hvaldimir first gained attention in 2019 when he was spotted with a harness...

1642. Hellenic Bank's profits surge amid higher lending rates

Hellenic Bank, Cyprus’ second-largest lender, has had a strong start to 2024, reporting a net profit of €189 million in the first half of the year—a solid 18% increase from last year. This boost in profit is mainly due to a 30% rise in interest income, driven by higher European Central Bank (ECB) interest rates....

1643. Cyprus' illusion of prosperity as unemployment numbers mask realities

In its analysis, the Central Bank of Cyprus notes that in the first quarter of 2024, unemployment fell to 6%, the lowest level since 2009....

1644. The fate of the Greece-Cyprus energy link hangs in the balance

This week will be crucial to whether the power grid link between Greece and Cyprus via Crete will be implemented....

1645. The ''will it ever cool down?'' edition

Good morning, Cyprus! The seasonal low pressure and an unstable air mass are doing their best impression of a confused tourist—wandering around, bringing the occasional surprise but mostly just trying to keep things interesting....

1646. Prosecutor orders urgent investigation into lake Karla fish deaths

Greece's top prosecutor, Georgia Adelini, has ordered an urgent investigation into the large number of dead fish found in Lake Karla, which flows into the Pagasitikos Gulf. ...

1647. Lioness saved from Ukraine's war begins new life in England

A lioness rescued from war-torn Ukraine has taken her first steps outside at The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent. Three-year-old Yuna, who suffers from shell shock, arrived at the sanctuary in Smarden on August 17 and remained inside her enclosure for a week....

1648. University of Cyprus to host 27th Cultural Festival

The Cultural Center "Michalis Pieris" is reopening its doors to the university community, art enthusiasts, and distinguished artists for the 27th Annual Cultural Festival of the University of Cyprus....

1649. Government revenue boosts Cyprus surplus to €702.5 million

The Republic of Cyprus recorded a significant fiscal surplus of €702.5 million for the period of January to July 2024, according to preliminary General Government fiscal results, released on Friday by the Statistical Service of Cyprus....

1650. Fire risk escalates as winds reach up to 6 beaufort

The Forestry Department of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment has issued a warning about the heightened risk of forest fires due to very strong winds expected from Friday through Sunday....