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61. Another worker falls to death from construction site

A 47-year-old construction worker died Tuesday morning after falling from a building under construction in Limassol....

62. Despite AHK chief’s assurances, technocrats push for higher power rate hike

Even though the chairman of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (AHK), Giorgos Petrou, recently stated that the AHK would be requesting only a modest 3% electricity price hike, the utility’s technocrats are still pushing for an increase of up to 7.5% before VAT....

63. Cyprus heats up to 38°C as Kataklysmos (and fog) rolls in

We’re fashionably late with the weather today. Blame it on the holiday spirit. In Cyprus, it’s the Monday after Pentecost, which in the Orthodox calendar means we’re celebrating the Holy Spirit. ...

64. New EU rules mean less compensation for travelers

If you’re heading off on holiday this summer, hoping your flight goes smoothly, here’s something to keep in mind: the EU just agreed on new rules that cut the amount airlines have to pay passengers when flights are delayed....

65. 8 lambs euthanized after seizure near buffer zone

Eight lambs found in a truck stopped near the buffer zone were euthanized because their origin could not be verified, authorities said Tuesday....

66. Trapped property owners finally see the light at the end of the tunnel

A long-overdue lifeline may finally be on the way for thousands of Cypriots trapped in property nightmares, as a new bill aimed at resolving the issue moves closer to a vote in Parliament....

67. Buggy plunges off cliff in Akamas, injuring two tourists

Two foreign visitors were injured Tuesday afternoon when their buggy-style vehicle plunged into a 29-meter (95-foot) ravine in the Akamas area, police said....

68. Cyprus’s booming defense industry nets €40M as officials call for faster growth

Cyprus’s defense industry has grown tenfold in recent years, with approximately 30 companies now generating an estimated €40 million in revenue annually, officials revealed Tuesday during a session of the Parliamentary Committee on Energy, Commerce and Industry....

69. Not quite summer, but it’s getting there

While writing this forecast, I was lucky enough to catch a stunning view. Yup, that headline photo? That was my morning, and it was a nice reminder of how beautiful nature can be when you stop for a second and take it in....

70. Coral Energy (Shell Licensee) strengthens ties with its partners in the Cypriot market

71. Hello June! Sunshine, a few showers, and warming temps ahead

It’s a brand new week and (almost) a brand new month! With June just getting started, here’s what the weather has in store....

72. Cyprus sees drop in child poverty rate, ranks second lowest in EU

About 26,000 children in Cyprus were at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2024, accounting for 14.8% of the country’s child population, according to figures released Tuesday by Eurostat, the European Union’s statistical agency....

73. Single-parent families get fairer deal under new benefit rules

Cyprus is scrapping a controversial rule that cost many single-parent families their financial support....

74. Cyprus, caught in drug cartel crossfire, says Paphos Mayor

Paphos Mayor Phedonas Phedonos has made explosive claims that Cyprus is now part of an international money laundering network used by Latin American drug cartels....

75. Aegean Airlines launches direct Santorini-Istanbul flights

Aegean Airlines has just launched a new direct route connecting Santorini with Istanbul, marking a major milestone in regional travel and tourism....

76. €100 ER fee only for tourists, not GESY patients

Patients covered by Cyprus’s national health system (GESY) and other approved groups will not be affected by the recently announced €100 advance fee for Accident and Emergency Department (A\&E) visits, health officials confirmed on Tuesday....

77. EU probes major porn sites over child safety concerns

The European Union has opened formal investigations into four major pornography websites (Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX and XVideos) over alleged failures to protect minors from exposure to adult content, the European Commission announced Tuesday....

78. Aykut defends property sales in Turkish TV interview

Businessman Simon Aykut, accused of unlawfully selling Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied north, defended the legality of his company’s real estate dealings in a televised interview presented Monday as evidence in a Nicosia courtroom....

79. Rainy Tuesday rolling in while the forecast eyes midweek changes

It’s Tuesday, and with it comes a moody sky and the first signs of an unsettled stretch ahead....

80. 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)....

81. Today's weather, lightly seasoned with dust and drama

A weak low-pressure system is loitering in the area, not doing much except kicking up some dust and making the air feel like it needs a good sweep. Don’t worry, the dust will start to settle tomorrow, possibly out of boredom....

82. British Base authorities say Lady’s Mile swimming waters deemed safe

Swimming waters at Lady’s Mile beach are safe for bathing, the British Bases said Tuesday, citing recent test results that show a marked improvement in water quality....

83. Man using fake ID arrested while picking up parcel containing 18kg of cannabis

A 34-year-old man was arrested Monday after allegedly using a false identity to collect a parcel containing 18 kilograms of cannabis at Larnaca Airport, authorities said....

84. Petrolina: The Gift of Life Through Blood Donation

True to its unwavering commitment to social responsibility and the values of volunteerism, Petrolina once again organized its annual blood donation drive, engaging employees and members of its management team in a powerful act of solidarity....

85. Woman killed in early morning crash on Makarios Ave

A tragic car accident in Lakatameia claimed the life of a 55-year-old woman on Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves through the local community....

86. Christodoulides pushes bold reform for better schools and a smarter Cyprus

Big promises are starting to take shape, and this time, it’s the kids who stand to benefit most....

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

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

88. Routine traffic stop ends in not-so-routine drug bust

Is it karma, coincidence, or just plain bad luck? A 35-year-old man in Paphos found himself in serious trouble with the law on Tuesday, all thanks to a routine traffic check that turned out to be anything but routine....

89. Abandoned baby found alive next to trash bins in Alimos (video)

A six-month-old baby was found abandoned next to garbage bins in the Athens suburb of Alimos on Tuesday afternoon, in a heartbreaking discovery by the Greek police....

90. Desalination units set to arrive in Cyprus by end of May

Mobile desalination units from the United Arab Emirates are expected to arrive in Cyprus by the end of May, as efforts to address the island’s water supply issues continue, a senior official said Tuesday....