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31. Man sentenced to six years in Paphos house arson case

A 30-year-old man was sentenced Monday to six years in prison by the Permanent Criminal Court of Paphos in connection with an arson attack that destroyed a family home in February, police said....

32. Steni and Goudi fire under control, one stubborn front still burning

A large wildfire that broke out between the communities of Steni and Goudi in the Paphos district over the weekend has been largely brought under control, but one stubborn front continues to burn as fire crews battle to fully extinguish the blaze....

33. Hot enough to hose yourself, but will it land you in jail?

Seasonal low pressure is in town, though, frankly, it’s not doing much to cool things down. The skies will be mainly clear, which is great news for solar panel enthusiasts and terrible news for your air conditioner. ...

34. Divine liturgy to be held July 16–17 at chapel in Cyprus Buffer Zone

A Divine Liturgy will be held on July 16 and 17 at the chapel of Agia Marina, located in the United Nations buffer zone near the occupied beach of Deryneia, local officials said....

35. Increased police patrols across Cyprus lead to arrests and citations

Police ramped up patrols across Cyprus overnight, with coordinated operations reported in all districts, authorities said Saturday....

36. Limassol Municipality offers air-conditioned spaces during heatwave

The Limassol Municipality is urging residents to take extra precautions as a heatwave grips the region and is opening air-conditioned spaces to help the public cope with high temperatures....

37. Cyprus swelters at 40°C as yellow warning continues

A seasonal low‑pressure system and a warm air mass are driving the heat....

38. Israeli developers to launch €40m high-rise project in Larnaca

An Israeli real estate partnership is set to break ground on a €40 million high-rise residential and tourism project along the Larnaca seafront, according to a joint announcement made this week....

39. Lebanese President makes one-day visit to Cyprus for bilateral talks

President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to Cyprus on Wednesday for a one-day official visit, marking a renewed commitment to strengthening ties between the two neighboring countries....

40. New private hospital and medical campus approved for Lakatamia

A new private hospital is coming to Lakatamia, as the Environmental Authority has officially approved the construction of Hadassah Healthcare Park, a large-scale development that will also include a medical university, biotech offices, and student housing....

41. Agricultural plots for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale large agricultural plots in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, and Larnaca that are ideal as investments....

42. Another yellow warning? Cyprus summer is just being Cyprus again

We’ve had a few yellow warnings already, and guess what? Here comes another one. Honestly, it wouldn’t feel like summer in Cyprus without at least one reminder that our weather has absolutely no chill....

43. Wildfire destroys historic olive grove in Galataria-Pentalia area

A devastating wildfire reduced a centuries-old olive grove to ashes Monday in the area between Galataria and Pentalia, prompting sharp condemnation from forestry officials and showcasing the growing wildfire risk across Cyprus....

44. Cyprus considers electricity bill surcharge to fund €25 million energy project payment

Cyprus is preparing to impose a temporary surcharge on electricity bills to fund a €25 million payment requested by Greece’s Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) for the Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project, energy officials told Parliament on Tuesday....

45. Bizonal federation no longer unites both sides, says UN envoy

The United Nations' personal envoy for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, has warned that one of the biggest casualties of the failed peace talks in Crans Montana is the loss of a shared vision for the island’s future....

46. Tourism revenue soars, but Cyprus still serves up too much ''junk'' on the plate

According to the latest Traveller Survey, Cyprus brought in €304.2 million in tourism revenue this April, marking a 39.9% increase compared to April 2024, when revenue stood at €217.4 million....

47. Scorching temperatures continue with yellow warning in place

A yellow warning for high temperatures will be in effect Tuesday from noon to 5 p.m., as the ongoing heatwave shows no signs of letting up....

48. AI and radar breathe new life Into Cyprus' search for the missing

Artificial intelligence and underground radar technology are being deployed in Cyprus to help find and identify people who went missing during some of the island’s darkest chapters, from the intercommunal violence of the 1960s to the Turkish invasion of 1974....

49. Cyprus is being bought, and the state doesn’t seem to know or care

About a year ago, I met with the top state official responsible for land and property issues in Cyprus. I won’t name names. My intention isn’t to target anyone personally, but I will say this: I spoke to the person who should know the most about the growing number of real estate acquisitions by non-EU nationals....

50. Cyprus gripped by heatwave as temperatures hit 41 degrees celsius

A heatwave continues to grip Cyprus, with temperatures reaching 41 degrees Celsius (105.8 Fahrenheit) on Monday, according to the Department of Meteorology. A yellow alert for extreme heat is in effect from noon to 5 p.m....

51. Residents protest street closures in Strovolos, demand safe access

Residents of Agia Theodora, Agia Theodosia, and surrounding areas gathered in protest Friday morning, blocking a recently opened passage near Kritonos Street. ...

52. Dozens of lifeguard towers unmanned in Cyprus as beach safety concerns rise

Nearly 30 lifeguard towers across the free areas of Cyprus remain unmanned at the height of the summer season, raising serious safety concerns after three people were nearly drowned this week in Protaras....

53. Paralimni scraps car-free plan, goes for a greener, smarter town center

Big changes are coming to the heart of Paralimni, just not the kind originally planned....

54. Christodoulides flies solo to UN summit in bold Cyprus peace bid

President Nikos Christodoulides will head to New York later this month for crucial UN-hosted talks on the Cyprus problem, but notably, he’ll be going alone....

55. A Mediterranean University for a shared future

In a world increasingly defined by fragmentation and crisis, education remains by far the most powerful tool to connect people. ...

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

57. 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....

58. 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. ...

59. Watches, engagement ring stolen from Ayia Napa beach

Police are urging beachgoers to take precautions against theft as visitor numbers increase at coastal areas during the summer season....

60. Israeli Ambassador to Cyprus condemns ‘misleading campaign’ over antisemitism remarks

Israeli Ambassador to Cyprus Oren Anolik condemned what he called a “misleading campaign” distorting his recent remarks on antisemitism linked to statements by a Cypriot political leader....