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1. The real emergency isn’t antisemitism...it’s Gaza

A provocative comment by AKEL Secretary-General Stefanos Stefanou during the party’s recent 24th congress has ignited public debate in Cyprus around antisemitism, or more precisely, the way the term is being politically weaponized. ...

2. We know it’s only Thursday, but we can almost taste the weekend

We are desperately eyeing the weekend like it's the last piece of cake at a summer picnic, and not even the prospect of becoming human toast is going to ruin it for us....

3. Qantas hit by major cyberattack, 6 million customers potentially exposed

Qantas Airways is investigating a serious cyberattack after hackers breached a third-party call center system and may have accessed personal information belonging to up to six million customers, the airline announced Wednesday....

4. Heat cranks up to 38°c as mountains tease with surprise showers

5. Ireland first to ban goods from Israeli settlements

Ireland is making history as the first European country to introduce a law banning the import of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, a move that could send ripples across the EU and beyond....

6. Steady heat marches on with a high of 37°c today

A seasonal low-pressure system is currently influencing the region, and it’s bringing the heat....

7. U.S. steps in to modernize Paphos air base

The long-anticipated modernization of the Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos is officially underway, marking a major step forward in U.S.-Cyprus defense cooperation and the Republic’s growing strategic role in the Eastern Mediterranean. ...

8. Friday forecast brings sunshine sizzle and a siren call to the sea

Yes, work diligently until 5pm. But after that? Do it. Tear off your metaphorical shackles (and maybe your literal shirt) and run wild into the waves. You’ve earned it....

9. 41°C highs prompt yellow weather warning

A yellow weather warning is in place today as temperatures climb to a blistering 41°C inland....

10. Nicosia unveils €100 million plan to fix traffic chaos and modernize the capital

Nicosia is aiming for a major transformation, with over €100 million in urban and traffic upgrades on the table, as the capital struggles with decades-old road designs, mounting traffic, and growing frustration among residents....

11. Are you really here for the weather… or just for our banter?

The Meteorological Service has issued a Yellow Warning to keep us all on our toes or preferably in the shade. The warning is in effect from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., which just so happens to be the exact window you should not be roasting yourself on a café terrace....

12. Cyprus terror suspect may be part of regional spy ring, say authorities

The investigation into the Azerbaijani national arrested in Limassol last week on terrorism and espionage charges has taken a new turn, as authorities in both Cyprus and Greece explore possible links between his case and the arrest of another Azerbaijani man in Crete....

13. Scorching heat hits 36°C as temperatures climb

A seasonal low-pressure system continues to influence the region’s weather, bringing a mix of sunshine and local instability....

14. Cyprus watching closely as U.S. strikes Iran’s nuclear sites

The Cypriot government is closely monitoring developments after the United States launched air strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran, in what President Donald Trump called “the most difficult and perhaps the most lethal” operation yet....

15. Farmers call for Presidential intervention claiming water allocated to golf courses instead of farms

Banana growers and farmers in Paphos held a protest Saturday morning, demanding the delivery of water promised by the Water Development Department. ...

16. Sun, sweat, and slight sea swells: Your weekend weather forecast

A classic seasonal low-pressure system has plopped itself over the region, which in normal-human terms means: the heat’s here, and it’s not in a rush to leave....

17. Smart meters continue to roll out across Cyprus

The Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) is picking up the pace with its smart meter rollout, announcing that from Tuesday, installations will expand to more neighborhoods in all districts of the island....

18. Why Cyprus is not in danger from Iran-Israel missile strikes

When Iran and Israel exchanged direct missile strikes for the first time in decades in April 2024, after years of fighting through proxies, the spectacle was visible from Cyprus. ...

19. Michelin magic at Cap St Georges as chef Thomas Bühner cooks up a culinary experience like no other

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is set to welcome the renowned Michelin-starred chef Thomas Bühner on the 26-27-28th of June....

20. Cyprus raises national guard readiness to level 'Tharros 2' amid tensions

Cyprus has ramped up its national security measures in recent days, as hostilities between Israel and Iran continue to escalate. With both sides exchanging missile strikes, concern is growing across the Eastern Mediterranean region, prompting heightened alert levels on the island....

21. Iran denies sending message to Israel via Cyprus amid rising tensions

Cyprus has found itself in the middle of rising tensions between Iran and Israel, after President Nikos Christodoulides said Sunday that Tehran asked Nicosia to relay ''some messages'' to the Israeli government...

22. Cyprus on high alert as regional tensions escalate

Following Israeli missile strikes on Iran, Cyprus has raised its security posture and is preparing to serve as a humanitarian bridge between East and West....

23. Nicosia activates crisis response as Israel-Iran tensions escalate

In response to the latest Middle East crisis sparked by Israel’s missile strikes on Iran, Nicosia is sticking to its long-held stance that Cyprus serves as a humanitarian bridge between East and West....

24. Oil and gas prices surge after attack on Iran nuclear sites

Global energy prices soared and markets plunged Thursday following an attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities, intensifying fears of a wider Middle East conflict and compounding global economic pressures....

25. Middle East crisis escalates out of control

Israel launched the largest military operation in its history against Iran on Friday, carrying out a surprise, large-scale assault targeting Iran’s nuclear, military and scientific infrastructure....

26. Heat peaks at 39°C as weekend begins under clear skies

It’s Friday. Another week that went by too fast, but the weekend is here and we’re ready for it, even if the weather is turning up the heat....

27. SkyUp Airlines™: Celebration Event for the Launch of Flights Between Cyprus – Moldova, Romania, and Poland

A highly successful celebration event was held on June 12 at Larnaca International Airport by SkyUp Airlines™, marking the official launch of direct flights connecting Cyprus with Moldova, Romania and Poland. The event was a great success, gathering guests and media representatives....

28. Scorching 39°C heat grips the region with cooler weather on the horizon

A wave of hot air continues to blanket the region, pushing temperatures to peak levels....

29. Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale luxury houses and other residential properties in Nicosia, Paphos, and Larnaca....

30. I grew up in L.A., and yes, immigrants built it

I’m sure by now you’ve seen the pictures and videos coming out of Los Angeles. The protests, the police, the chaos. If you’re not from there, it might look like something out of a movie....