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91. How much of a priority is tree planting?

Another scorching summer is drawing to a close, at least on the calendar, and while the risk of major fires hasn’t vanished, we can hope that as the weather cools and the rain returns, we’ll move away from the extreme danger of deep-red alerts. ...

92. U.S. blocks Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas from attending U.N. Assembly

The United States has revoked visas for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and about 80 other officials, preventing them from attending next month’s U.N. General Assembly in New York, the State Department confirmed Friday....

93. Cyprus makes EuroBasket debut, falls to Bosnia and Herzegovina 91-64

The Cyprus national basketball team marked a historic milestone Friday, stepping onto the EuroBasket court for the first time, but came up short against Bosnia and Herzegovina....

94. Cyprus records 182 overdose deaths in two decades

A total of 182 people in Cyprus died from drug overdoses between 2004 and 2023, according to new data released by the Cyprus National Addictions Authority....

95. PARKSIDE brings together Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ralf Moeller for new DIY campaign

Hollywood meets craftsmanship: In the new campaign for the DIY brand PARKSIDE, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ralf Moeller appear together for the first time. ...

96. August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 22/08/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

97. Greek national basketball team touches down in Cyprus ahead of EuroBasket 2025

The Greek National Basketball Team has arrived in Cyprus, ready to tip off their FIBA EuroBasket 2025 campaign at the Spyros Kyprianou Sports Center in Limassol....

98. KPMG in Cyprus supports the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council’s campaign ''Back to School Supplies for ALL Children''

KPMG in Cyprus remains steadfast in its commitment to social contribution, once again supporting the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council’s (PVCC) campaign ''Back to School Supplies for ALL Children''....

99. Lidl Cyprus is committed to combating food waste by raising awareness among the general public with the aim of a better tomorrow

Lidl Cyprus fully understands that food waste is a serious global problem, with significant impacts on the environment, society and the economy....

100. Israeli military data suggests 83% of Gaza war deaths are civilians

Classified Israeli military intelligence data reviewed by three media outlets suggests that civilians account for the vast majority of Palestinians killed in Gaza since the war began in October 2023....

101. August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 08/08/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

102. Israel threatens destruction of Gaza City if Hamas refuses to disarm and release hostages

Israel’s defense minister warned Friday that Gaza City could be destroyed if Hamas does not disarm and release all hostages, as the Israeli cabinet approved plans for a major assault despite international and domestic opposition....

103. President of Disabled People's Organization: Disability in Cyprus means destitution

People with disabilities in Cyprus face widespread poverty due to state policies that tie support to strict income criteria, the head of the Cyprus Confederation of Disabled People’s Organizations....

104. Messiahs, mukhtars and missed calls: Cyprus politics as usual

There are five factions inside DISY, Cyprus’ main right-wing party, and our beloved influencer is now expected to herd them into something resembling unity....

105. Israel greenlights controversial West Bank settlement plan

Israel has granted final approval for the long-stalled E1 settlement plan, paving the way for the construction of about 3,400 housing units in the occupied West Bank, a move critics say could permanently derail prospects for a Palestinian state....

106. Yelling, crying, and presidential interventions: Thekla’s latest beef

The beef of the week,which apparently involves even the President, is definitely the one between journalist Kousoulos and Thekla (not the Arka one, our own little firecracker). ...

107. Troodos tenants’ reckless fires raise questions about state oversight

The recent devastating wildfire in the mountainous region of Limassol, which caused both human and material losses, has exposed gaps, oversights, and serious questions about the readiness of state services in preventing and combating fires....

108. Cyprus’ tourism hits new highs, but winter still gets the cold shoulder

Cyprus’ tourism industry may be smashing records, but its biggest headache hasn’t gone away: most of the visitors still come when the sun is blazing....

109. Cyprus chaos: Sausage pies, scorched politics, and TikTok cops

The viral photo of the week showing Americans posing proudly in front of a… sad little plate of sausage pies sparked plenty of commentary....

110. Flip-flop fines and bikini bans as Europe gets tough on rowdy tourists

If you’re heading to Europe this summer, you might want to pack extra spending money, and not just for gelato. From Spain to Greece, tourist hotspots are slapping visitors with hefty fines for behavior that locals say they’ve had enough of....

111. Cyprus’ strong performance at FIDE World Schools Team Chess Championship

From 2-7 August 2025, Cyprus’s school team, representing The Grammar School, Limassol, competed at the FIDE World Schools Team Chess Championship, hosted at Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia....

112. Police seize 18 e-scooters in Nicosia safety crackdown

Police seized 18 personal mobility devices and issued as many fines Friday morning in a citywide campaign targeting illegal use of e-scooters and similar vehicles....

113. CRIVIT supports Lidl-Trek with off-duty team wear to inspire active lifestyles for all

The multi-sport movement brand continues the partnership with the successful team which is in the midst of its best season ever....

114. New flight route links London Stansted to occupied north via Turkey

A new flight route from London Stansted to the occupied airport of Tymbou in the northern part of Cyprus began operations on August 5, with a stopover in Istanbul or Ankara. ...

115. Cyprus Basketball Federation joins forces with TELETHON

116. August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 01/08/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

117. Check if your car has a recall, Transport Department urges

The Department of Road Transport is urging drivers to check whether their vehicles are subject to outstanding recalls and to complete any necessary repairs to ensure safety....

118. Cyprus wildfire boss was in Australia during deadly blaze

As raging wildfires swept through Cyprus last month, killing two people and devastating communities, the official tasked with coordinating the state’s wildfire response was more than 13,000 kilometers away in Australia....

119. Who set Troodos on fire? Spoiler alert: It wasn’t the trees’ fault

Let me kick things off with two completely unrelated questions: When exactly are all 13 mobile desalination units finally going to start working? ...

120. Foot-and-mouth disease ravages livestock in Turkey

An outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease is sweeping through livestock in Ardahan and surrounding areas in northeastern Turkey, alarming farmers who are losing animals and income, Turkish media reported Monday....