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1. 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! ...

2. €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. ...

3. 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....

4. 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....

5. 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. ...

6. 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....

7. 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....

8. 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. ...

9. 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?)....

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

11. 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....

12. 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....

13. 90 Palestinian prisoners freed as Hamas releases Israeli hostages

In an emotional scene early this morning, a jubilant crowd gathered in the West Bank as two buses carrying Palestinian prisoners passed through Beituniya on their way to Ramallah....

14. Turkey condemns U.S. military support for Cyprus

Turkey has voiced strong opposition to the Biden administration’s recent decision to include Cyprus in three U.S. defense programs, just hours before Joe Biden handed over the presidency to Donald Trump. ...

15. Japan unrolls eco-friendly toilet paper made from used diapers

A team of local governments and private firms in Japan has developed the world's first toilet paper made from materials including used diapers, and has high hopes the initiative will help protect the environment....

16. Zelenskyy offers Ukrainian firefighters to help battle California wildfires

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has responded to a remark from Donald Trump Jr. by offering to send Ukrainian firefighters to help battle the devastating wildfires in California....

17. Despite arrest warrant, Netanyahu granted 'free' access to Auschwitz ceremony

Poland has confirmed that it will grant Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, free access to the upcoming 80th anniversary commemoration of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation....

18. Celebrities' homes destroyed as wildfires force Hollywood's awards season to pause (VIDEO)

Hollywood's glittering awards season has hit a major roadblock as devastating wildfires rage across Los Angeles, forcing the cancellation and delay of key events. ...

19. Twin wildfires ravage Southern California, devastating celebrity enclave (images)

Two fast-moving wildfires erupted Tuesday in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands to flee and leaving a path of destruction across neighborhoods, including Pacific Palisades — a scenic, ocean-adjacent area known for its celebrity residents and multimillion-dollar homes....

20. Europe’s salary showdown

Curious about which European countries are paying the best?...

21. Was it a bird strike, or did Russian air defences shoot down the jet?

A plane crash in Kazakhstan on December 26, 2024, has raised serious questions about the involvement of Russian air defences....

22. ‘Murder hornet’ successfully eradicated from U.S.

The invasive northern giant hornet, often referred to as the "murder hornet," has been declared eradicated from the United States after an intensive, multi-year effort....

23. Sunshine takes a rain check, prepare for a wet weekend

Today, we’re starting with mostly sunny skies, though local clouds might make an appearance. ...

24. Major oil spill in Black Sea after two Russian tankers wreck

Two Russian oil tankers have sustained severe damage in the Black Sea, leading to an oil spill, according to Russian authorities....

25. Six-story building collapses in Ahvaz, prompting evacuations (VIDEO)

A six-story building collapsed earlier today in the southern Iranian city of Ahvaz, raising concerns among local authorities and residents....

26. Residential land for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale residential plots of various sized in Paphos, Nicosia, Larnaca, and Famagusta....

27. Expect perfect weather for chillin' at home

A weak high-pressure system is currently hanging out over the region, but don't get too comfortable — a relatively cold air mass is heading our way by Friday to keep things fresh....

28. Turkish mafia turf war turns Athens streets into a battleground

A brutal daylight ambush on Monday in the suburb of Glyfada in southern Athens marked the latest chapter in the violent turf war among Turkish organized crime factions operating in Greece....

29. Clouds, mild temps, and a slight cool-down coming

Mild high pressure continues to affect the region....

30. Sunny skies with a touch of clouds: Your weekend weather forecast

A weak high-pressure system is influencing the area, bringing mostly pleasant conditions for the weekend....