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15 September, 2026
 

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1. Friday brings 39°C inland heat and afternoon thunderstorms for the long weekend

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-brings-39°c-inland-heat-and-afternoon-thunderstorms-for-the-long-weekend

The country has unplugged, packed the car, and fled to the beach or the Troodos pines. At least the weather is actually cooperating with the vacation mood by breaking the 40°C streak, though Mother Nature might throw a few surprise thunderclaps and hail into your long-weekend mountain plans....

2. A simple fix for a dangerous housing reality

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-simple-fix-for-a-dangerous-housing-reality

On Holy Saturday, an aging apartment building collapsed, costing two people their lives. Tragic. The Minister of the Interior met with the President and a delegation from the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber to discuss dangerous buildings and possible steps to manage these risks more effectively. ...

3. Germasogeia building collapse leaves one dead, several injured

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germasogeia-building-collapse-leaves-one-dead-several-injured

Part of a two-story apartment building collapsed in Germasogeia shortly before 13:30 on Holy Saturday, triggering a major emergency response with reports of trapped individuals and multiple injuries....

4. Easter bonfires go ahead under strict controls and heightened policing

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/easter-bonfires-go-ahead-under-strict-controls-and-heightened-policing

Authorities across Cyprus are stepping up safety measures and enforcement efforts ahead of Easter, as the long-standing tradition of lambratzies (Easter bonfires) continues to be observed under tighter regulation....

5. Breezy skies accompany Epitaphio processions this Good Friday

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/breezy-skies-accompany-epitaphio-processions-this-good-friday

Good Friday arrives with a sky that seems to understand the mood of the day; quiet at first, a little unsettled, then gradually clearing as evening approaches and communities gather for the Epitaphio processions....

6. Holy Thursday weather forecast: Showers and surprises

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-thursday-weather-forecast-showers-and-surprises

A weak low-pressure system is lingering over the island, never quite making up its mind, and determined to keep us all guessing....

7. Windy skies and wandering showers set the tone for Holy Wednesday

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/windy-skies-and-wandering-showers-set-the-tone-for-holy-wednesday

It’s Holy Wednesday, and the atmosphere seems to have its own plans for a bit of pre-Easter theatrics. A weak low-pressure system has wandered into the neighborhood, bringing with it an unsettled mood....

8. Friday forecast: A dusty prelude to the Holy Week sprint

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-forecast-a-dusty-prelude-to-the-holy-week-sprint

The air is feeling a bit textured this morning, and, for that, you can thank the incoming dust. We’re under the influence of a weak low-pressure system that’s decided to provide some atmospheric grit just in time for the weekend. ...

9. Honoring Cypriot tradition at the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/honoring-cypriot-tradition-at-the-bank-of-cyprus-cultural-foundation

The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, honoring Cypriot tradition and as part of its study and research into our intangible cultural heritage, continues this annual tribute in collaboration with Florentia Kythreotou and invites you to an interactive workshop dedicated to the Cypriot Easter table and the ideal wine and food pairings....

10. Over 11,000 illegal fireworks confiscated so far in 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-11-000-illegal-fireworks-confiscated-so-far-in-2026

Authorities in Cyprus are continuing a nationwide effort to curb dangerous activities linked to Easter bonfires and firecrackers, with officials reporting thousands of confiscations already this year....

11. Lidl Cyprus and the Cyprus Red Cross Society offer care and hope for Easter

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-cyprus-and-the-cyprus-red-cross-society-offer-care-and-hope-for-easter

Lidl Cyprus, faithful to its long-standing commitment to social contribution, joins forces with the Cyprus Red Cross Society once again this year, transforming the Easter festive season into a large chain of humanitarian support....

12. An Easter to Remember at Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/an-easter-to-remember-at-parklane-a-luxury-collection-resort-spa-limassol

This Easter, Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Limassol, invites you to relax, reconnect with your loved ones, and experience a celebration where every moment feels truly special....

13. Wednesday forecast: A soulful celebration accompanied by thunder

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wednesday-forecast-a-soulful-celebration-accompanied-by-thunder

Today is one of those rare dates where the air in Cyprus feels heavier, not just from the low pressure, but from the weight of history and tradition. The low-pressure system is staying for the festivities, bringing mostly cloudy skies and local showers....

14. Khamenei’s death sets stage for high-stakes succession

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/iran-enters-uncharted-era-as-khamenei-s-death-sets-stage-for-high-stakes-succession

Iran has entered a moment of historic uncertainty following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering an urgent transition process and intensifying questions about the country’s political future and regional stability....

15. Thieves steal saints’ relics from chapel in Nicosia District

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thieves-steal-saints-relics-from-chapel-in-nicosia-district

Police are investigating the theft of sacred relics from a chapel in Pano Deftera, a small community in the Nicosia District, prompting an outpouring of grief and pleas for their return across social media....

16.  Experts puzzled by unusual seismic activity linked to earthquake at Mount Athos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/experts-puzzled-by-unusual-seismic-activity-linked-to-earthquake-at-mount-athos

A flurry of unusual seismic activity, centered offshore near Mount Athos, home to ancient Orthodox monasteries, has scientists puzzled and on high alert....

17. 5.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Mount Athos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/5-3-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-mount-athos

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck the Mount Athos region Saturday afternoon, shaking parts of northern Greece....

18. When the flames start to lick at flesh and the radicalization of young men

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/when-the-flames-start-to-lick-at-flesh-and-the-radicalization-of-young-men

What is happening with teenage and young men in our country, and across Europe more broadly? ...

19. Faith, fire, and flaounes as Cyprus comes together for Pascha

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/faith-fire-and-flaounes-as-cyprus-comes-together-for-pascha

Orthodox Easter, the highlight of the liturgical year for the Greek Orthodox world, holds an even greater significance in Cyprus than in neighboring Greece....

20. Tragedy in Strovolos as lambratzia celebration turns deadly

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragedy-in-strovolos-as-lambratzia-celebration-turns-deadly

What was meant to be a night of celebration and firelight turned tragic in Strovolos on Holy Saturday, when a 22-year-old man lost his life during preparations for the traditional Easter bonfire, known as the lambratzia....

21. Six “foreigners” living in Cyprus keep their Easter traditions alive

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/six-foreigners-living-in-cyprus-keep-their-easter-traditions-alive

In a country like Cyprus, long a crossroads of cultures, thousands of people from all corners of the globe have built new lives here....

22. Is the lambradja tradition a rite of youth or just lawlessness in disguise?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-the-lambradja-tradition-a-rite-of-youth-or-just-lawlessness-in-disguise

Every Easter, Cyprus lights up with the glow of lambradjas, towering bonfires that have become a deeply rooted tradition for many communities. But what exactly are they today? A fun way for young people to bond and celebrate, or a risky ritual teetering on chaos?...

23.  Holy Thursday brings sunshine and stillness

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-thursday-brings-sunshine-and-stillness

As the faithful begin preparations for Easter, the weather is keeping pace with the spirit of the season—gentle and calm. A mild high-pressure system is setting the tone, bringing mostly clear skies and a touch of serenity....

24. A quiet forecast for a solemn week

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-quiet-forecast-for-a-solemn-week

Good morning. As we move through Holy Week and approach Easter, the weather remains calm and steady, a fitting backdrop for reflection and quiet moments....

25. Church tells priests to keep it holy on Holy Saturday

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/church-tells-priests-to-keep-it-holy-on-holy-saturday

The Church of Cyprus has issued an unusual directive ahead of Holy Saturday, reminding priests that they are not auditioning for a dance competition during the ''Anasta O Theos'' hymn....

26. Pope Francis in critical condition as doctors warn of sepsis risk

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-in-critical-condition-as-doctors-warn-of-sepsis-risk

Pope Francis is fighting for his life. The 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church remains in critical condition, with doctors at Gemelli Hospital in Rome working around the clock to stabilize him after a severe lung infection led to a dangerous respiratory crisis....

27. Ten-year-old in police custody over Livadia school vandalism

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/10-year-old-in-police-custody-over-livadia-school-vandalism

At Voroklini Police Station, a 10-year-old is expected to testify today, accompanied by his parents, regarding his alleged involvement in an incident of vandalism that occurred on Holy Saturday afternoon at Livadia Primary School....

28. Easter with clouds and showers ahead

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/easter-with-clouds-and-showers-ahead

Good morning, Cyprus! Let's take a look at the weather forecast for the next couple of days....

29. Ready to experience Cyprus' Easter? From Holy Light to Resurrection

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ready-to-experience-cyprus-easter-from-holy-light-to-resurrection

As spring breathes new life into the world, Orthodox Christians embrace one of their most cherished and vibrant celebrations, Easter....

30. First Catholic bishop to be ordained in Cyprus in 500 years

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-catholic-bishop-to-be-ordained-in-cyprus-in-500-years

The first Catholic Bishop will be ordained on Saturday, 16 March, in Cyprus after five centuries, following the decision of Pope Francis with the appointment of Monsignor Bruno Varriano,...

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