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751. Rift over gas cap looms over EU energy crisis plans

EU energy ministers meet in Brussels on Thursday to approve the latest set of emergency measures to mitigate an energy crisis, but the plans risk being eclipsed by disagreements over whether and how to cap gas prices...

752. Showers, storms, and lower temperatures expected in the coming days

Transient high pressure is affecting the region, with low pressure expected to gradually diminish by Wednesday afternoon....

753. Civil protection's role in disaster management at the Nicosia Risk Forum 2022

The role of civil protection and international solidarity in disaster management as a result of climate change is being discussed at the two-day Nicosia Risk Forum 2022 (#NRF2022) on Civil Protection, which began today in Larnaca and is organized by the CERIDES Foundation of the European University Cyprus....

754. Scattered showers develop this week in Cyprus

A weak low pressure system is affecting the area over Cyprus, bringing showers and possibly thunderstorms that will last throughout the workweek as well as slight changes in temperature...

755. Stakes are high as Cyprus seeks new archbishop

The Holy Synod in Cyprus is gearing up for high-stakes elections after Archbishop Chrysostomos was laid to rest on Saturday, following a funeral service officiated by Ukraine-backer Bartholomew whose historic trip from Istanbul foreshadows a colossal dilemma of epic consequences for the island and the orthodox world at large...

756. Anastasiades urges world leaders to go climate neutral

President of Cyprus Nicos Anastasiades asked world leaders to walk the road towards climate neutrality and a future of green, sustainable, resilient economies and societies, during his intervention at the COP27, in Sharm el Sheikh on Tuesday....

757. 'EVA' hits Cyprus - Showers, storms and hail

The Department of Meteorology has issued a Yellow Warning in effect from 12:00 noon until 20:00 on Monday evening, as locally strong thunderstorms are expected to affect the region from time to time....

758. Presidential debate - The arguments, aggressiveness, and lies

The first cross-court debate between the three main presidential candidates based on polls featured nerves, dynamism, pace, and a variety of topics....

759. Prepare for a rainy weekend (live image)

Today will be mostly clear, but after noon, developing clouds will bring isolated showers or thunderstorms, especially in the mountains. Winds will be variable, light, and 2 to 3 Beaufort at first, then gradually shift southwest to northwest, light, to 3 Beaufort, and locally up to a moderate 3 to 4 Beaufort....

760. Showers and isolated thunderstorms - When will the dust subside (live image)

A weak low-pressure system is present in the area. There will be sporadic, sparse dust in the air, but it should stop early on Wednesday....

761. Helipad body identified as injured homeless beggar

A decomposed body discovered last month near the helipad of Limassol’s state hospital belonged to a homeless beggar, according to Cypriot authorities, with reports saying the foreign man had also been facing multiple medical problems...

762. Tornado touches down in Dali (video)

On Monday afternoon (31/10), heavy rainfall and strong thunderstorms were recorded in various areas of the island, while a tornado was confirmed in the Dali area at noon....

763. Winds, dust, and rain: Who will be impacted by inclement weather?

The mostly clear weather that has prevailed over the last few days will not last long, as the new weather forecast predicts showers, isolated storms, strong winds, and an outbreak of dust. All of this is expected to result in a slight drop in temperature, bringing it closer to normal for the season....

764. Three days of perfect weather from the mountains to the sea

With the three-day weekend rapidly approaching (since the October 28 holiday falls on a Friday just before the weekend), many Cypriots have already planned excursions and trips for the day or the entire weekend. Of course, the weather plays an important role in what activities we choose to do....

765. Chionophile mosquito harder to contain in Cyprus

Cypriot officials are concerned over a new dangerous flying insect that has been detected in Limassol, after residents reportedly snapped photos of tiger mosquitoes known to thrive in cold weather...

766. Liz Truss resigns

Liz Truss was on Thursday forced to quit as UK prime minister, drawing to a dramatic close 44 days in office which saw her preside over an economic meltdown and catastrophic damage to the ruling Conservative party....

767. Showers and thunderstorms - Affected areas

The region's barometric low is moving east and weakening, with weak high pressure expected to arrive on Saturday....

768. Lesser charges in cottage murders after plea bargain

The trial in the deaths of two Russian women feared to have been possible victims of sex trafficking in Cyprus ended abruptly this week, with the defense cutting a deal with prosecutors who pursued manslaughter after reports suggested the murder motive would not hold up in court...

769. Porsche 911 GT3 RS completes the ‘ring in 6:49.328 minutes

770. Flood watches continue back-to-back in Cyprus

A new weather alert went into effect on Monday evening, extending a previous warning as heavy rains have been pounding the island almost non-stop in many areas...

771. Cyprus extra cautious over cyclone from west

Weather officials in Cyprus have issued a yellow warning for daytime Sunday due to heavy thunderstorms affecting parts of the island, as cyclone activity west of the island is moving southeast...

772. Yellow warnings extended for parts of Cyprus

The southern half of Cyprus is under an extended yellow warning all day Monday due to heavy thunderstorms, as a weakening cyclone southwest of the island is still affecting the area...

773. Fall weather makes a move but still shy

Alternating weather systems are affecting Cyprus following last week’s transitional weather, with suspicious clouds sticking around until Friday while full-fledged unsettled conditions are expected through the weekend...

774. Americans show more interest in Greece's golden visa program

Americans’ interest in Greece’s Golden Visa program has marked a significant increase recently, according to the latest report of real estate experts Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices....

775. October feel arrives as spotty showers move in

Temperatures are dropping rapidly in Cyprus after an unusual scorching weekend, with spotty showers and thunderstorms expected in different areas throughout the week...

776. Cyprus issues rare heat warning in fall month

A heat warning went into effect Sunday late morning for Cyprus’ inland areas, with maximum temperatures expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius and levels dropping back down as rain clouds move in early next week...

777. Europe's vegetable farmers warn of shortages as energy crisis bites

Emmanuel Lefebvre produces thousands of tonnes of endives on his farm in northern France annually, but this year he may abandon his crop because of the crippling energy costs required to freeze the harvested bulbs....

778. Showers and strong winds coming

Weak low pressure is affecting the region. Tonight, there will be intermittent increasing clouds, and isolated showers are possible along the east coast. ...

779. Spotty afternoon rain this week in Cyprus

Afternoon rain is expected to dominate Cypriot skies this week with a drop in temperature taking place just before the weekend...

780. Midweek more humid and potentially stormy

Showers and thunderstorms are expected on Wednesday afternoon in Cyprus, with weather officials also warning that humidity levels may also be uncomfortably high...