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1. Tick-tock! Cyprus, don’t forget to change your clocks!

Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time for a little clock magic!...

2. Lebanese investor threatens legal action over blocked €115M Nicosia development

A Lebanese investor is threatening legal action after the Department of Antiquities blocked a €115 million development near the historic Nicosia walls, despite other authorities initially supporting the project...

3. UK Minister Stephen Doughty holds key talks in Cyprus ahead of Geneva summit

British Minister of State for Europe and North America, Stephen Doughty, is in Cyprus today, engaging in a series of important meetings with both sides of the political spectrum....

4. Farmers battle brutal frost as ‘Coral’ cold front devastates crops

The bitter cold brought by the Coral weather system has left Cyprus' farmers reeling as frost has destroyed their hard-earned crops overnight....

5. Pope Francis in critical condition as doctors warn of sepsis risk

Pope Francis is fighting for his life. The 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church remains in critical condition, with doctors at Gemelli Hospital in Rome working around the clock to stabilize him after a severe lung infection led to a dangerous respiratory crisis....

6. Clouds, showers & a dash of thunder: Winter’s not done yet

Ah, Monday—the day that greets us with coffee, complaints, and apparently, a bit of everything weather-wise....

7. Cyprus Masters make an impressive splash at international swim competition

The Cyprus Masters Swimming Team made an impressive splash at the Second International Damini Swimming Tournament in Bulgaria, securing a total of 15 golds, 6 silvers, and 1 bronze. ...

8. Demetra shareholders face tough decision over Logicom’s €1.55 offer

The decision facing thousands of shareholders of Dimitra Investment is not an easy one....

9. Uncontrolled water leak at Mavrokolympos dam raises fears of ecological disaster

A significant and uncontrolled water outflow from the Mavrokolympos Dam in the Paphos region has raised alarm over potential ecological and agricultural consequences. ...

10. Israel reaches hostage deal amid coalition threats

In a dramatic turn of events, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed early this morning that an agreement has been reached to secure the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip....

11. Clear skies ahead with a hint of winter chill

Good morning! Here’s your weather update for Tuesday, January 14, 2025, with a touch of sunshine for your day....

12. A fresh analysis of the Moon’s history has unveiled intriguing new clues about its age

While we have long known that the Moon was formed by a massive collision with Earth around 4.5 billion years ago, a new study reveals that a major event of remelting around 4.35 billion years ago has been hiding the true age of the Moon....

13. China rolls into the future with AI patrol bots

Picture this: a sleek, autonomous spherical robot cruising down city streets or splashing through puddles at 22 mph, on the hunt for potential wrongdoers....

14. ELPIS is a lifeline for victims of domestic violence

The “ELPIS” application, designed specifically for victims of domestic violence at high risk, will become operational in the coming days....

15. Trump pushes to end daylight saving time

In a recent statement, newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the Republican Party "will make every effort" to end the practice of daylight saving time (DST), a twice-yearly clock change that shifts the country from winter to summer time....

16. Sunshine, clouds, and a dash of weekend drama

Happy Friday! Whether you’re planning a cozy evening, a hike, or just excited to kick back after a long week, here's what Mother Nature has in store for you today and beyond. ...

17. Unrelenting winds batter Cyprus, Nicosia hit hardest

Unusually strong winds that swept across Cyprus since Sunday have caused widespread disruption, with Nicosia bearing the brunt of the damage....

18. Double premiere to mark 25th anniversary

For the track and the road: The new 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 with Touring package ...

19. Cyprus claims gold and three bronze medals at ISF Gymnasiade in Bahrain

20. Norway’s billion-dollar man says Americans ''just work harder'' than Europeans

Norway’s ''billion-dollar man'' Nicolai Tangen, who manages Norway’s $1.6 trillion sovereign wealth fund, says America’s success over Europe comes down to one simple factor: Americans work harder....

21. Clocks fall back, but the debate over daylight saving time ticks on

As clocks across Cyprus and much of Europe turned back an hour early Sunday, the annual ritual of falling back once again sparked the question: Is it time to let go of daylight saving time?...

22. Hold on to your hats, there's some breezy days ahead!

Get ready for a breezy day ahead! Expect mostly clear skies with a few clouds popping up here and there. Winds will be whipping in from the north and northeast, clocking in at a solid 4 to 5 on the Beaufort scale, so it’s going to feel quite gusty....

23. Cyprus: The new Switzerland and other tall tales

Hope for a solution has been granted a stay of execution—albeit on life support—and almost all political parties welcomed this development....

24. Australia gives workers the right to ignore after-hours work messages

Australia has implemented a new ''right to disconnect'' law, allowing employees to ignore work calls and messages after hours without fear of repercussions. The law aims to protect workers from the expectation of being always available...

25. Limassol’s recurring pollution problem: Calls for stronger government action

A recurring pollution problem in the Limassol sea has once again provoked strong reactions from citizens, highlighting a lack of coordination among state departments. ...

26. Dog abandonment and neglect on the rise in Cyprus

Dog abandonment and neglect in Cyprus are getting worse, with shelters struggling to keep up. Volunteers at local shelters say they are seeing more and more dogs being abandoned, not just in the summer, but all year round....

27. Paris ranks as Europe’s most expensive city for housing

Paris remains the most expensive city in Europe for free-market housing, with an average price of 14,900 euros per square meter, according to a report by Deloitte....

28. Man, 27, charged with setting multiple fires in Aradippou

A 27-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fire that broke out yesterday in a rural area of Aradippou, which destroyed vegetation, a dismantled premises, and 60 large bales of hay. ...

29. British teen becomes world's first to receive brain implant for epilepsy control

A UK teenager with severe epilepsy has become the first person in the world to be fitted with a brain implant aimed at bringing seizures under control....

30. Porsche to unveil Hybrid 911 after extensive trials

Stuttgart. The first Porsche 911 sports car for the road with a hybrid drive is in the starting blocks. Following an extensive development and testing programme, the new 911 with a performance-focused hybrid drive is ready for series production....