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1. UAE records highest May temperature in 20 years at 50.4°C

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uae-records-highest-may-temperature-in-20-years-at-50-4°c

The United Arab Emirates recorded its highest May temperature in two decades on Saturday, with the mercury hitting 50.4 degrees Celsius (122.7 degrees Fahrenheit) in Al Shawamekh, in the emirate of Abu Dhabi....

2. Spring goes rogue as Cyprus gets a surprise soaking (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spring-goes-rogue-as-cyprus-gets-a-surprise-soaking

Sudden downpours caught many across Cyprus off guard on Wednesday, as a yellow weather warning issued by the Meteorology Department kicked into full effect....

3. Southeastern Europe warmer than ever

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/southeastern-europe-warmer-than-ever

In July 2024, the Eastern Mediterranean experienced its most intense heatwave on record....

4. More snakes in cities this year? Experts say yes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-more-snakes-in-cities-this-year-experts-say-yes

If you thought last year’s snake sightings were bad, experts say this year could be even worse. With Cyprus facing its third dry season in a row, higher temperatures and less rainfall are forcing snakes to seek cooler, damper hiding spots, often in residential areas....

5. Primary schools struggling with overcrowding, maintenance issues, and delinquency

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/primary-schools-struggling-with-overcrowding-maintenance-issues-and-delinquency

Primary schools in Larnaca city and district are facing mounting challenges that threaten students' safety, education quality, and overall well-being. ...

6. Tragic death of 9-month-old baby left in a car

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-death-of-9-month-old-baby-left-in-a-car

A heartbreaking incident occurred on Friday afternoon (March 14) in Nicosia, when a 9-month-old baby was found dead after being left in a car for several hours....

7. ''How did this man spend the night under the pier?'' (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-did-this-man-spend-the-night-under-the-pier-video

Homeless individuals continue to take shelter under the piers of Limassol’s Molos, living in deplorable conditions. ...

8. Farmers face devastating crop losses as freezing temps hit hard

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-face-devastating-crop-losses-as-freezing-temps-hit-hard

Cyprus’ farmers are facing major losses as freezing temperatures from the Coral weather system devastate crops across the island. The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment has vowed to step in quickly, promising immediate support for those affected....

9. Drifting 17 kilometers nonstop on ice: A GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the Taycan

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drifting-17-kilometers-nonstop-on-ice-a-guinness-world-records™-title-for-the-taycan

A few days ago, the Porsche Experience team in Lapland set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the longest continuous vehicle drift on ice by an electric vehicle: ...

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

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

11. Los Angeles wildfires rage on, leaving 11 dead and a city in ashes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/los-angeles-wildfires-rage-on-leaving-11-dead-and-a-city-in-ashes

As fires ravage Los Angeles for a fifth straight day, the death toll has climbed to at least 11 people, and over 140,000 acres have been scorched, leaving entire neighborhoods in ashes....

12. Two found dead in JetBlue landing gear compartment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-found-dead-in-jetblue-landing-gear-compartment

On Tuesday, JetBlue confirmed that two bodies were found in the landing gear compartment of one of its planes after it completed a flight from New York....

13. A step closer to the Sun: NASA's historic mission (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-step-closer-to-the-sun-nasa-s-historic-mission

Why should you care about a spacecraft flying to the Sun? The answer is simple: the Sun has a direct impact on the technology we use every day....

14. Storm 'Bora' sweeps across Cyprus (Videos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/storm-bora-sweeps-across-cyprus

The low-pressure system ''Bora'' made its way to Cyprus today, bringing widespread cloud cover, rain in several areas, and a noticeable drop in temperatures. Although not as severe as its impact on Greece, the storm has already left its mark across the island....

15. Water crisis looms as Cyprus dams hit 27%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/water-crisis-looms-as-cyprus-dams-hit-27

Cyprus is grappling with a severe water shortage as the ongoing drought pushes the country's dam capacity to worrying levels. According to Gianna Economidou......

16. Morocco’s flooding and Antarctic greening highlight climate crisis

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/morocco-s-flooding-and-antarctic-greening-highlight-climate-crisis

Striking images from the Sahara Desert and the Antarctic Peninsula reveal dramatic changes in two of the world’s most extreme environments, driven by climate change....

17. Sahara desert turns green after rare heavy rains

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sahara-desert-turns-green-after-rare-heavy-rains

The typically dry and barren Sahara Desert is experiencing an unusual burst of greenery following heavy rainfall in early September. ...

18. US West Coast braces for 49°C heat as Phoenix breaks 100-day streak record

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-west-coast-braces-for-49°c-heat-as-phoenix-breaks-100-day-streak-record

The U.S. West Coast is bracing for extreme heat this week, with temperatures in desert areas expected to soar as high as 49 degrees Celsius. Phoenix, Arizona, is likely to extend its record streak of 100 days with temperatures over 38 degrees Celsius, according to forecasts released Tuesday....

19. Yellow warning for extreme heat across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/yellow-warning-for-extreme-heat-across-cyprus

The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow warning for high temperatures, set to take effect from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, August 19. ...

20. Scientists find massive underground water source on Mars

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-find-massive-underground-water-source-on-mars

Geophysicists have uncovered a vast underground ocean beneath Mars' surface, a discovery that may hold significant implications for the search for life on the Red Planet....

21. Seoul breaks heat record with 26 warm nights

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seoul-breaks-heat-record-with-26-warm-nights

Seoul has recorded its 26th consecutive "tropical night," where temperatures remain above 25 degrees Celsius from sunset to dawn, marking a new historic milestone since meteorological records began in 1907....

22. Brace yourself for another scorcher, yet again

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/brace-yourself-for-another-scorcher-yet-again

For those who haven’t been paying attention (or are blissfully unaware), it’s going to be HOT in Cyprus today. Shocking, right? Yes, people who complained about the same weather report day after day, our bad....

23. Nearly 50,000 heat-related deaths in Europe in 2023

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-50-000-heat-related-deaths-in-europe-in-2023

In 2023, nearly 50,000 people in Europe died due to extreme heat, making it one of the deadliest years in the last decade, according to a study published in Nature Medicine. ...

24. Cyprus on alert for 40°C heatwave

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-on-alert-for-40°c-heatwave

The Department of Meteorology issued a yellow warning for extreme temperatures on Sunday afternoon, forecasting highs around 40 degrees Celsius for Monday, July 29, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. ...

25. Spain, Portugal, and Morocco to hit 46°C this week

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-portugal-and-morocco-to-hit-46°c-this-week

British families heading to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco this week are being warned to brace for a severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 46°C....

26. Scientists discover deep cave on moon

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-discover-deep-cave-on-moon

Scientists have discovered a cave on the Moon, marking a potential breakthrough in efforts to establish a human presence there. ...

27. ''We're having a heatwave, a tropical heatwave...''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-re-having-a-heatwave-a-tropical-heatwave

The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow warning for extreme temperatures today. The warning is in effect from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with maximum temperatures expected to reach a scorching 42 degrees Celsius inland and around 32 degrees Celsius in the higher mountain areas....

28. China unveils world's largest hurricane-proof turbine

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-unveils-world-s-largest-hurricane-proof-turbine

Imagine a wind turbine so advanced it can withstand hurricanes and typhoons while harnessing their immense power to generate electricity....

29. Athens shuts down archaeological sites due to extreme heat

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-shuts-down-archaeological-sites-due-to-extreme-heat

All archaeological sites in Athens will be closed from noon to 5 p.m. due to forecasted high temperatures, the Culture Ministry announced....

30. Cyprus gears up for a brilliant 42°C summer day

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gears-up-for-a-brilliant-summer-day

A yellow warning for extreme maximum temperatures will be in effect today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., according to the Department of Meteorology....

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