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1. Brace yourself! The coldest day of winter hits Cyprus Monday

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/brace-yourself-the-coldest-day-of-winter-hits-cyprus-monday

Brrr...Cyprus is about to get a serious chill. Meteorologists warn that Monday will likely be the coldest day of the winter so far, with temperatures plunging well below seasonal averages. In the interior, morning lows could dip to around 10°C, while in the mountains, it could drop below freezing....

2. Cloudy skies today, so enjoy the last of the mild 18°C highs before the weather turns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cloudy-skies-today-so-enjoy-the-last-of-the-mild-18°c-highs-before-the-weather-turns

A cloudy canopy is rolling in to mark the start of the weekend, but don't pack away the sunglasses just yet. You might still need them for the morning commute. The real headline is Sunday's plot twist: a cold air mass is on the way to remind us it's still January....

3. Small dams record overflows as water levels remain critically low overall

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/small-dams-record-overflows-as-water-levels-remain-critically-low-overall

Recent rainfall has led to the gradual overflow of some smaller dams, offering a rare but limited sign of relief. Videos shared by members of the public on social media show water spilling over at the Kafizides and Saitas dams, footage that has induced cautious optimism among residents....

4. A crisp and quiet Thursday with mostly clear skies and light winds

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-crisp-and-quiet-thursday-with-mostly-clear-skies-and-light-winds

After the blustery winds of earlier this week, the weather has decided to take a deep breath and relax. A weak high-pressure system is currently in charge, giving us a Thursday that is peaceful, if a little crisp....

5. Wednesday forecast: The big chill (with sunglasses)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wednesday-forecast-the-big-chill-with-sunglasses

The storm has officially left the building, and the skies have been scrubbed clean. After the blustery drama of yesterday, Wednesday is bringing us the "calm after the storm." But don't be fooled by the sunshine, it is still decidedly chilly out there....

6. Snow transforms Cyprus’ mountains overnight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snow-transforms-cyprus-mountains-overnight

Cyprus got a real taste of winter overnight, as snow blanketed mountain and semi-mountain areas, turning familiar villages into postcard scenes straight out of January, the kind that send cameras, drones, and kids straight outside....

7. Two people spotted lying on flatbed of moving truck in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-people-spotted-lying-on-flatbed-of-moving-truck-in-limassol

A jaw-dropping scene unfolded on the coastal road of Limassol when two people were spotted lying in the back of a moving small truck, seemingly asleep, in what experts are calling a reckless and illegal act....

8. Deadly protests grip Iran as internet blackout enters fourth day (Video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-protests-grip-iran-as-internet-blackout-enters-fourth-day

Iran entered a third week of nationwide anti-government protests on Monday as a U.S.-based rights group said at least 544 people have been killed, while authorities kept the country largely cut off from the outside world with an ongoing internet blackout....

9. Monday weather report: Stormy skies, cold truths, and the first full week back

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-weather-report-stormy-skies-cold-truths-and-the-first-full-week-back

A low-pressure system has set its sights on us, clouds first, manners last. It’s currently lounging northwest of Cyprus and will drift southeast, dragging along a cold air mass that clearly didn’t RSVP....

10. Troodos wraps up Friday in snowy splendor

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

11. Mystery at the Russian Embassy as dead diplomat, missing tycoon raise alarms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mystery-at-the-russian-embassy-as-dead-diplomat-missing-tycoon-raise-alarms

Cyprus police are investigating the death of a man inside the Russian Embassy in Nicosia, a case wrapped in diplomatic restrictions and unanswered questions, as a separate search continues for a missing Russian businessman whose disappearance has drawn international attention....

12. Wednesday, January 7th: The dusty lull after the holidays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wednesday-january-7th-the-dusty-lull-after-the-holidays

That’s right, a weak low-pressure system is lurking, but before it arrives, we have to deal with a bit of atmospheric clutter. Light dust is suspended in the air today, giving the sky a slightly hazy, unfiltered look....

13. Epiphany brings brave dives and mild skies across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/epiphany-brings-brave-dives-and-mild-skies-across-cyprus

A calm spell is still holding its ground. High pressure continues to influence the island, although a change is on the horizon, with lower pressure slowly approaching from Thursday...

14. Even in Cyprus’s Dead Zone, life finds a way to be cultivated

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/even-in-cyprus-s-dead-zone-life-finds-a-way-to-be-cultivated

In Evrychou, located inside the Dead Zone, has remained untouched by pesticides, fertilizers, or modern agricultural intervention....

15. Friday weather report: First weather report of the New Year

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-weather-report-first-weather-report-of-the-new-year

A low-pressure system and some very enthusiastic winds are passing through, but don’t panic. Calmer, more responsible high pressure is slowly taking over today....

16. New Year’s Eve sneaks in, weather kicks off the party

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-year-s-eve-sneaks-n-weather-kicks-off-the-party

Low pressure was gradually affecting the area from yesterday evening, while the island will be under the influence of a significantly strengthened wind field until Thursday....

17. UAE: Sugary drinks will cost you, and not just in calories

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/uae-sugary-drinks-will-cost-you-and-not-just-in-calories

The United Arab Emirates is taking a stand against sugar, launching a new tiered tax on sweetened drinks starting January 1, a move doctors and dentists say could be a game-changer for public health....

18. Tuesday, December 30th forecast: The penultimate countdown

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-december-30th-forecast-the-penultimate-countdown

We have officially reached the "penultimate" day of 2025, a fancy word that essentially means we are almost at the finish line, but the weather has decided to make the final stretch a bit slippery. ...

19. Boxing Day weather: Partly cloudy, fully indecisive

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/boxing-day-weather-partly-cloudy-fully-indecisive

Today will be partly cloudy, which is meteorologist-speak for “sun and clouds arguing all day.” From time to time, isolated showers may wander through, and yes, a thunderstorm is possible, especially in the north and over the mountains....

20. Thursday, December 25th forecast: The ''reason for the season'' edition

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-december-25th-forecast-the-reason-for-the-season-edition

Merry Christmas! The big day is finally here. A weak high-pressure system is technically in charge, but it’s feeling a bit generous with the rain....

21. €1,088 minimum wage, and everyone’s furious

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/€1-088-minimum-wage-and-everyone-s-furious

After intense behind-the-scenes talks that stretched right up to the holidays, the government has locked in Cyprus’ new national minimum wage at €1,088 a month, a decision that settles one debate but opens several others....

22. Wednesday, December 24th forecast: Silent night, mild night

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wednesday-december-24th-forecast-silent-night-mild-night

Merry Christmas Eve! The countdown is officially over, and while we aren't getting a "white Christmas," we are getting a very comfortable one. ...

23. More tax relief for families, tougher rules for everyone else

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-tax-relief-for-families-tougher-rules-for-everyone-else

From January 1, 2026, Cyprus will officially turn the page on how it taxes income and businesses....

24. Budget Christmas gets pricier as lower-income families face 9% hike

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/budget-christmas-gets-pricier-as-lower-income-families-face-9-hike

Cyprus’ Christmas tables are showing a stark contrast this year. A survey by the Cyprus Consumers Association found that while a ''rich'' festive spread remains steady in price, a scaled-down version for lower-income families has jumped by 9% compared to last year....

25. Paphos dams at risk as water levels plunge to 8% despite recent rain

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-dams-at-risk-as-water-levels-plunge-to-8-despite-recent-rain

Even after recent showers, water levels in Paphos’ main dams remain dangerously low, officials warn. ...

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

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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. ...

27. December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 12/12/2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/december-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-–-12-12-2025

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....

28. EU backs €90B Ukraine loan but won’t touch frozen Russian billions...yet

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-backs-€90b-ukraine-loan-but-won-t-touch-frozen-russian-billions-yet

After nearly six hours of intense talks and many more behind the scenes, EU leaders walked away from a plan that sounded simple but proved legally explosive: using frozen Russian money to pay for Ukraine’s war effort....

29. Serious crime is rising in Cyprus, and it’s not just break-ins anymore

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/serious-crime-is-rising-in-cyprus-and-it-s-not-just-break-ins-anymore

Serious crime in Cyprus is going up again, slowly, quietly, but steadily, and the latest official figures suggest it’s becoming a trend rather than a one-off spike....

30. Teachers’ strike on Thursday: What parents need to know

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/teachers-strike-on-thursday-what-parents-need-to-know

A strike by teachers in public education will take place on Thursday, 18 December 2025, affecting the start of the school day for many students....

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