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1. Piano tour returns with recital at the Rock of Aphrodite

The Avantgarde Cultural Foundation is launching this year’s edition of The Piano Tour with a recital at one of Cyprus’s most storied locations....

2. Isolated showers, strong winds, and a selective day off

Today is the Ascension, a significant date in the Christian calendar, marking 40 days after Easter. In Cyprus, it doubles as one of those curious days when the island seems to agree to disagree....

3. SkyUp™ launches direct flights from Poland to Greece, Cyprus, and Bulgaria

SkyUp (U5) is expanding its route network by launching direct flights from Poland to popular holiday destinations in Southern Europe. Starting May 27, 2025, travelers from Warsaw and Katowice will be able to fly nonstop to Heraklion (Crete, Greece), Larnaca (Cyprus), and Burgas (Bulgaria)....

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

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

5. Spring goes rogue as Cyprus gets a surprise soaking (video)

Sudden downpours caught many across Cyprus off guard on Wednesday, as a yellow weather warning issued by the Meteorology Department kicked into full effect....

6. Yellow warning issued: Just the Meteorological Service saying 'Good morning!'

Get ready for a wild day of weather! The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow warning for isolated severe thunderstorms this Wednesday, running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ...

7. Mild weather ahead with a chance of afternoon showers. Nothing to hold you back this week.

All quiet on the weather front today. Just a weak low-pressure system in the area, nothing to worry about....

8. Rain on the horizon, but nothing to worry about

A gentle low-pressure system is making its way through the region, bringing a change in the weather, but nothing too dramatic....

9. Summer sneak peek promises sunshine and soaring temps

If you’ve been dreaming of summer, your wish is coming true! A gentle high-pressure system is gracing the area, bringing in a wave of warmth that’s set to wrap the island in golden sunshine starting tomorrow....

10. Israel greenlights full Gaza takeover, sparking fears of escalation

Israel’s government has approved a controversial plan to fully capture the Gaza Strip and remain in the territory for an unknown period of time, an aggressive military move that would drastically expand its ongoing operations and likely deepen international concerns....

11. Massive power outage cripples Spain, Portugal

A massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, grounding flights, halting public transportation, and disrupting daily life for millions....

12. 6.2 magnitude quake shakes Istanbul

Istanbul was rocked by a powerful earthquake on Tuesday afternoon, shaking buildings and nerves across Turkey’s largest city. The 6.2 magnitude tremor struck just before 1pm local time and was felt across several provinces, triggering panic but—thankfully—no major damage or injuries so far....

13. Cyprus makes its move in the age of AI

Ask any country today and chances are they’ll tell you they want to be a hub for technological development—especially in the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI)....

14. Holy Week weather: Calm skies, gentle breezes and a hint of dust on Good Friday

As Holy Week carries us gently toward Easter, the weather seems to be following suit with a quiet and peaceful mood....

15. Spring sunshine sets the tone for Holy Week in Cyprus

As Holy Week begins, Cyprus is experiencing a mix of spring sunshine and patchy clouds, with weak low pressure currently affecting the island. Starting Tuesday, high pressure is expected to settle in, setting the tone for more stable weather as we move closer to Easter Sunday....

16. Israeli army leads civilian tours inside occupied Syrian land

In a move sparking international attention, and concern, Israel’s army is leading guided tours for civilians deep into occupied Syrian land, turning former conflict zones into hiking destinations....

17. Cyprus gets 'blown away' by Spring as a breezy midweek mix arrives

Did you know? The Beaufort Wind Scale, which we use to describe wind strength, was actually invented in the early 1800s by a British naval officer who wanted sailors to stop arguing about how windy it was. ...

18. Cyprus’ underrated multicolored identity

It’s both disheartening and a little absurd, but the only place I have personally encountered nearly all the languages spoken in Cyprus is… IKEA in Nicosia....

19. Sleepy but hopeful: Wind, dust & rain roll in. But hey, there's a holiday tomorrow!

Oh no, sleepyheads! We lost an hour of snooze time thanks to daylight saving time, but don’t worry, there’s a holiday tomorrow, so the universe is making it up to us! ...

20. €170 Million expansion kicks off at Larnaca and Paphos airports

After years of planning and preparation, the expansion of Larnaka and Pafos Airports is officially underway. ...

21. Israeli airstrikes resume in Gaza amid stalled ceasefire talks

More than 400 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, according to Palestinian medics....

22. Ancient Alexandria crumbles as rising seas threaten its future

Alexandria, Egypt’s historic port city, is facing an escalating crisis due to climate-driven coastal erosion and rising sea levels....

23. No talks on normalization between Israel and Lebanon, despite Trump admin claims

There are no ongoing discussions about normalization between Israel and Lebanon, according to sources familiar with the matter. ...

24. Hello, Monday! Let’s soak up the sunshine!

A brand-new week is here, and it's bringing plenty of sunshine and warmth to keep spirits high....

25. UK Minister Stephen Doughty holds key talks in Cyprus ahead of Geneva summit

British Minister of State for Europe and North America, Stephen Doughty, is in Cyprus today, engaging in a series of important meetings with both sides of the political spectrum....

26. World's largest iceberg grounds near South Georgia Island

The world’s largest iceberg, A23a, has reportedly run aground off the coast of South Georgia, a British Overseas Territory in the Southern Atlantic Ocean, after drifting through the Southern Ocean near Antarctica since 2020. ...

27. Gnarly winds & dusty skies: Ride the breeze!

So, here’s the scoop: A cheeky little low-pressure system and some rambunctious northeasterly winds are making their way through the area, bringing with them some atmospheric dust sprinkles (because why not?)....

28. Turkish media: Discontent over Cypriot Foreign Minister's visit to Syria

29. Monday blues, but the weather’s playing nice

Good news: it feels a bit warmer than last week. Bad news: it’s still Monday, and the weather is dragging its feet just like the rest of us. At least there’s no rain to grumble about for now, so we can enjoy a slightly more cheerful atmosphere while we shuffle through the day....

30. Trump declares immigration emergency in first act

On his first day back in the White House, President Donald Trump hit the ground running, signing a wave of executive actions aimed at undoing much of his predecessor’s legacy. The day was packed with bold decisions, controversial pardons, and a few unexpected twists....