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1. Cyprus welcomes first two H145M helicopters to boost national guard

Cyprus took a big step forward in modernizing its defense capabilities with the official arrival of the first two H145M helicopters at the “Andreas Papandreou” Air Base in Paphos on Wednesday....

2. Four aircraft deployed to battle new fire front in Limassol

A new wildfire has broken out near the Ayios Sylas industrial area in Limassol, prompting an immediate response from firefighting crews....

3. Fire breaks out near Sina Oros after metal-cutting sparks dry brush

A forest fire broke out early Monday afternoon near the community of Sina Oros, close to the main Nicosia–Troodos road, after sparks from a handheld metal-cutting tool ignited dry vegetation....

4. Fire destroys 300 hay bales at Aradippou farm

A fire broke out near a farm in Aradippou on Saturday afternoon, destroying 300 hay bales and prompting an extended response from the Fire Service....

5. Fire sparked by EAC cables damages home, workshop in Nicosia; Two vehicles burned

A fire believed to have been sparked by overhead cables in strong winds tore through a residence and metalworks shop in the Nicosia district community of Marki late Friday, damaging two vehicles and rattling a quiet neighborhood....

6. Major truck collision on Nicosia-Limassol highway causes fire and traffic disruption

A serious traffic accident occurred earlier today on the Nicosia-Limassol highway at the Kofinou-Skarinou intersection, involving two trucks....

7. Cyprus ready for tough wildfire season

As temperatures rise and the dry season approaches, Cyprus is preparing for battle—against wildfires. The Department of Forests has received 25 new fire engines, a significant boost to the country's firefighting capabilities, as the government vows to keep strengthening its fire response fleet....

8. Aegean reports strong 2024 results with record revenue and passenger growth

AEGEAN announces its operating and financial results for fiscal year 2024....

9. Mysterious sky object over Nicosia likely a plane's contrail

A strange object that appeared in the sky over Nicosia yesterday has sparked curiosity, but experts have quickly identified it as most likely being a condensation trail, or contrail, from an airplane....

10. Fire ravages three-story home in Egkomi, nearby residents evacuated (video)

A fire broke out late Tuesday night in a three-story wooden house in Egkomi, causing extensive damage and prompting the precautionary evacuation of nearby residents....

11. Fire erupted on boat at Limassol Port

A fire that erupted on a 22-foot tugboat at Limassol port was extinguished by firefighters on Thursday afternoon, officials reported....

12. Santa-clad bikers bring holiday joy to Makarios Hospital

For the ninth consecutive Christmas Eve, the rumble of engines echoed through the streets of Nicosia, but it wasn’t just another biker parade, it was the Chopper Club Cyprus on a heartfelt mission to spread joy....

13. GM and Cadillac gear up for Formula 1 debut in 2026

In an exciting development for motorsport fans, General Motors and Cadillac have reached an agreement in principle to enter Formula 1 as an 11th team starting in 2026. ...

14. Fire ravages historic building in Paphos

A fire broke out in a historic building in the center of Paphos on Tuesday evening, causing significant damage to a well-known restaurant located near the Paphos Town Hall....

15. Second Quarter & First Half 2024 Financial Results

AEGEAN announces its financial results for the Second Quarter and First Half of 2024. ...

16. London building erupts in flames, exposing safety failures

More than 200 firefighters are battling a large fire at a mixed-use residential and commercial building in Dagenham, east London....

17. Vogue content coming to ChatGPT in new deal

OpenAI has inked a deal with publishing giant Condé Nast, marking yet another partnership between the AI company and major media outlets. Previous collaborations include agreements with Time magazine, the Financial Times, and the Associated Press....

18. Wildfire erupts in Anogyra, ground and air crews deployed

Firefighting forces have been mobilized in the Limassol district following a wildfire that broke out between the villages of Pachna and Anogyra. ...

19. Today marks 19 years since Helios Airways' fatal crash

Nineteen years have passed since the tragic crash on August 14, 2005, of the Boeing 737-31S aircraft of Helios Airways in the mountainous area of Grammatiko in Attica, Greece. ...

20. Cyprus ready to help Greece as massive wildfire threatens Athens

Cyprus is prepared to assist Greece as a major wildfire rages northeast of Athens, causing significant disruption and damage. The Cyprus Fire Service, led by Chief Fire Officer Nikos Longinos, is in close contact with Greek officials, including Lieutenant General Theodoros Vagias of the Greek Fire Brigade, to coordinate potential support efforts....

21. Futuristic yacht stuns Mykonos with Sci-Fi design

22. Online travel booking scams skyrocket

Scams involving online booking platforms have exploded over the past 18 months, with fraudsters increasingly targeting tourists, according to a report by Kathimerini.gr....

23. Ukrainian startups build low-cost robot army to combat Russia

Facing manpower shortages, overwhelming odds, and uneven international assistance, Ukraine is looking to an unlikely source for a strategic edge against......

24. Biplanes are making a comeback

Remember those old-timey airplanes with open cockpits and big, noisy engines? Well, they're making a comeback! According to a report in the Robb Report, the DIMOR Group, based in Battle Creek, Michigan, is leading the charge by bringing back classic biplanes like the WACO and Great Lakes models....

25. Fire ravages Kelokedara-Trachypedoula area

Firefighters battled flames through the night in the area between Kelokedara and Trachypedoula, Community Council President Marios Zachariadis said Friday....

26. Fire rages out of control, illegal garbage dump possible cause (pics)

A fire that broke out around 12:39 on Tuesday afternoon between the communities of Psathi and Polemi in Paphos is still raging out of control, and has spread to the communities of Kourtaka,...

27. Fires break out at migrant minor hotel in Larnaca

Two fires erupted last night and early this morning at a hotel in Oroklini, Larnaca district, which is hosting unaccompanied migrant minors....

28. Firefighters battle blaze in Limassol amid strong winds

A fire broke out at noon on Friday in the area of Agios Sylas in Limassol, fueled by dry grass and wild vegetation and exacerbated by strong winds....

29. News Corp. teams up with OpenAI for content sharing

Joining news organizations that have chosen to collaborate rather than fight with the best-known artificial intelligence company, News Corp. has struck a multiyear deal to share news content with OpenAI for both training purposes and to answer questions from users....

30. Inferno engulfs Agios Syla industrial zone forcing evacuations

A fierce fire erupted Thursday afternoon in the industrial district of Agios Syla, escalating beyond containment. ...