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241. 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. ...

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

243. 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....

244. 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. ...

245. 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....

246. 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....

247. Fix the roads already! MP's tour Paphos projects stuck in limbo

From broken promises to broken roads, Paphos has had its share of delays. But on Friday, members of Parliament took to the streets, literally, to check in on a number of key infrastructure projects that locals say are long overdue....

248. Lawmakers propose transparency for mobile traffic cameras

Lawmakers are calling for greater transparency in the use of mobile traffic cameras following criticism that the current system relies on hidden surveillance rather than public safety....

249. Secrets, speeding, and selective outrage

Mrs. Aristotelous—not Christiana, Anna—has made her way into the headlines more than once in recent years. Some of the rumors were so nasty, I personally chose to ignore them as ''too bad to be true.''...

250. 41°C highs prompt yellow weather warning

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

251. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is offering an exceptional selection of residential land for sale in Nicosia, Paphos and Famagusta....

252. Cyprus offers support as wildfire rages in Chios

Cyprus has expressed readiness to assist Greece in battling a large wildfire on the island of Chios, authorities said Monday....

253. Larnaca’s skyline set to rise with new twin towers project

Larnaca is about to get a major facelift as plans move forward for a new luxury residential project featuring two soaring 20-storey buildings....

254. 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....

255. 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. ...

256. Huge viper climbs to top shelf in Cyprus warehouse

A venomous viper caused alarm after it was found inside a warehouse in Fasoula, having climbed to the highest shelf in the building, according to a local snake rescue expert....

257. Around 5 tons of smuggled meat seized in police operation

Approximately five tons of smuggled meat were seized during a police operation carried out early Friday morning in the area between Afania (Gazikoy) and Assia (Pasakoy), in occupied Famagusta....

258. ''Lellos’ Pool'' to reopen after long-term closure

The Nicosia Municipality has announced that the Nicosia Municipal Swimming Pool, commonly known as “Lellos’ Pool”, is scheduled to reopen on June 27, 2025....

259. Social media checks now part of U.S. student visa process

Foreign students hoping to study in the United States will now face much stricter screening, including having their social media accounts reviewed, under a new U.S. State Department policy announced this week....

260. Illegal camping in forests could cost you...big time

Authorities are urging the public to think twice before pitching a tent in the forest this summer, especially in places like the Akamas National Forest Park, warning that unauthorized camping isn't just bad for the environment; it could land you in serious legal trouble....

261. 25th Petrolina Annual General Meeting

On Thursday, the 19th of June, the 25th Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited took place....

262. 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....

263. 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. ...

264. Denmark deploys robotic sailboats for Baltic and North Sea surveillance

Denmark’s military has launched a trial using four uncrewed robotic sailboats, called “Voyagers,” to boost surveillance in the Baltic and North Seas amid rising maritime tensions. ...

265. Cyprus lawmakers end auctions for Turkish Cypriot homes

The Parliamentary Refugee Committee has moved to end the practice of auctioning Turkish Cypriot homes, reaffirming that such properties should be reserved strictly for displaced persons' primary residences....

266. Hope you like burning because it’s heating up fast

It’s getting hot, folks. Today’s high could hit a sizzling 36°C inland. If you're by the coast, expect it a bit cooler at around 31°C, and up in the mountains it’ll stay relatively comfortable at 28°C. Basically: shade is your friend....

267. Summer drama in the skies with heat, thunder and a chance of showers (but make it scenic)

You know it's that time of year when the air feels like soup and your sunglasses fog up the moment you step outside. We're deep into heatwave season now, but today, summer is switching things up with a little cinematic flair....

268. Modi begins two-day visit to Cyprus, set to sign joint declaration on strategic cooperation

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday for a two-day official visit, marking what Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides called a historic step in the growing relationship between the two countries....

269. Digital Assistant answers more than 104,000 citizen questions

The Digital Assistant on the gov.cy portal has responded to more than 104,000 citizen questions in its first six months of operation, the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy announced....

270. 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....