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1. Venice, without the gondolas: Summer storm floods Nicosia streets (video)

For a few hours on Monday, parts of Nicosia looked less like Europe’s sunniest capital and more like the streets of Venice — only without the gondolas, romance or tourists taking photographs....

2. No fault, no accountability

As expected, there were those who wasted no time turning the incident into an opportunity for political point scoring. Apparently determined to remind everyone that politics in Cyprus is too often conducted with childish instincts, they immediately drew comparisons with the Mari explosion and asked, with obvious satisfaction, whether the President of the Republic knew about the destruction of the ammunition and, if he did not, whether he should have known. ...

3. University of Cyprus expands with four new English-language degrees

The University of Cyprus is opening its doors to more international students, and giving local students more options to study in English, after receiving government approval for four new English-language undergraduate degree programmes....

4. Tuesday Trend: Inland temperatures climb back to 40°C

Our trusty seasonal low-pressure system is keeping conditions bright and hot, pushing interior temperatures right back to the 40°C mark for the remainder of the day....

5. Macron calls emergency meeting as wildfires tear across France and Spain

President Emmanuel Macron has called an emergency meeting after apocalyptic wildfires are threatening towns in France and Spain....

6. The Republic of Cyprus is being held hostage by its own energy crisis

Energy Minister Michalis Damianos recently advised citizens to remain patient while the Transmission System Operator Cyprus (TSOC) rolls out scheduled blackouts during heatwaves over 40 degrees Celsius. Unsurprisingly, these comments met with anger and outrage....

7. Cyprus dispatches firefighting aircraft to assist battle against southern Europe wildfires

The Republic of Cyprus has deployed two aerial firefighting aircraft to France to help suppress massive wildfires currently burning through the southern region of the country....

8. University of Cyprus launches first English-language degree program

The first English-language undergraduate program of the University of Cyprus is finally taking shape, albeit with some delay, following approval by the Council of Ministers. ...

9. A dusty 33°C peak before the Friday fade

It looks like the high-pressure system is giving us one last warm hug today before it hands over the keys to a low-pressure system tomorrow. We are currently stuck in that hazy, "pre-summer" vibe where the air feels a bit thick and the thermometer is working overtime....

10. President pushes technical schools as ''real path'' for students, not second choice

President Nikos Christodoulides is trying to shift a long-standing mindset in Cyprus: that technical schools are not a “second option" but a real and important path for students’ futures....

11. Snow in May? Troodos wakes up to rare spring snowfall

Just when many in Cyprus had packed away winter for good and started planning beach trips and barbecues, Troodos woke up looking more like January than May....

12. Ban on social media in Cyprus: An expert answers eight questions

The discussion about banning social media for children and teenagers has recently come into sharp focus, prompting both reactions and concern. In the following interview, Dr. Elisavet Kiourti, CEO of Humane Technology and an academic in Digital Technologies, examines the issue with a research-based perspective....

13. Sandy case intensifies with police reviewing key statement

The investigation surrounding Sandy continues to unfold, with authorities confirming that key testimony has already been obtained and is currently under review....

14. April 1st forecast: A national holiday with a very loud guest list

Today is April 1st, a day of heavy national significance as Cyprus remembers the EOKA fighters and the start of the campaign against British rule. But while the parades and memorials are the official focus, the atmosphere is busy hosting a low-pressure system named ERMINIO....

15. Purdue partners with University of Nicosia-Athens to advance research collaboration and online learning in Europe

16. Only 15 students attend secondary school in occupied Rizokarpaso

Just 15 students are enrolled in secondary school this year in Rizokarpaso, in northern Cyprus, where the small Greek Cypriot community continues to face restrictions under Turkish occupation, according to a new European Parliament report....

17. Costas Gavrielides, voice for equality and LGBTI rights in Cyprus, dies at 47

Costas Gavrielides, a tireless advocate for human rights and equality in Cyprus, passed away yesterday, leaving a deep mark on the island’s social and cultural landscape....

18. January rainfall exceeds average, reaching 104% of monthly norm

January has already surpassed its typical rainfall levels, with precipitation reaching 104% of the monthly average so far. The recent weather systems have brought much-needed rain, significantly improving conditions across the island....

19. Fire Service responds to flooding across Cyprus as storms drench the island

Severe weather sweeping across Cyprus on Friday triggered flooding in multiple districts, prompting an emergency response from the Fire Service and the activation of local authorities as heavy rain and thunderstorms affected the island....

20. How Vassiliou founded the University of Cyprus...against all odds

The second half of the 1980s can fairly be described as a period of renewal and opening up on many fronts in Cyprus. One of the most significant developments of that era was the creation of the University of Cyprus, which, after years of debate, disagreements, and delays, was finally established in 1989....

21. Troodos wraps up Friday in snowy splendor

As Friday comes to a close, the Troodos mountains have been transformed into a winter spectacle, with heavy snowfall covering peaks, forests, and villages in a thick blanket of white. Videos from Kitas Weather and the Department of Forests captured the gradually deepening snow, creating striking winter scenes across the area....

22. Hail blankets roads in Paphos after heavy rainfall (VIDEO)

Heavy rain and hail hit the Paphos district on Saturday, covering roads in ice and making driving conditions hazardous. ...

23. A technological milestone for Porsche as the Cayenne goes Electric

The Cayenne Electric marks the beginning of a new era for Porsche. As a fully electric SUV, it combines Porsche DNA with pioneering technology: up to 850 kW (1,156 PS), 0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and up to 400 kW charging power⁴ and up to 642 kilometres of range....

24. Heavy rain and strong winds hit Nicosia as yellow warning remains in effect

Heavy rain and gusty winds are currently affecting the Nicosia district, as the Department of Meteorology’s yellow warning remains in effect. Videos from the Engomi area show downpours lashing streets and trees bending in strong winds....

25. Innovative high-voltage system in the Cayenne Electric: performance meets efficiency

The Cayenne Electric will be launched in a few weeks, featuring innovative high-voltage technology. With a function-integrated battery, powerful dual cooling, intelligent thermal management and robust charging performance...

26. College degrees don’t guarantee success anymore, LinkedIn CEO says

The days when a degree from a top university guaranteed a high-paying job are over, according to LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky, who says the global job market is shifting faster than ever, and traditional education is no longer a ''golden ticket'' to career success....

27. Leading Minds in Technology and Innovation to Speak at Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

The Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025 returns on October 9, under the central theme ''Beyond AI'', exploring how individuals, businesses, and societies can stay competitive in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence....

28. Former Metropolitan of Kition, once convicted of indecent assault, dies at 87

The former Metropolitan of Kition, Chrysostomos, who once faced criminal charges and a suspended prison sentence for indecent assault, has died at the age of 87....

29. Jane Goodall, trailblazing voice for animals and the environment, dies at 91

Jane Goodall, the British primatologist whose groundbreaking work with chimpanzees transformed science and inspired generations to care for the planet, has died at 91....

30. Students stage walkout over broken classroom air conditioners

Students across several schools in Cyprus briefly walked out of class Friday, protesting broken air conditioners in sweltering classrooms....