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1501. High heat and occasional clouds expected

Seasonal low pressure and a hot gaseous mass will impact the area today, bringing mostly clear skies with occasional cloud cover. ...

1502. Cypriot flag bearer faces controversy ahead of Paris Olympics

The Cypriot athlete Elena Koulichenko, set to be the flag bearer for Cyprus at the upcoming Paris Olympics, has come under scrutiny following a Greek media report from eReportaz that has sparked reactions and controversy....

1503. ''Christodoulides’ success built on my policies,'' says Anastasiades

Former President Nicos Anastasiades has criticized current President Nicos Christodoulides for taking credit for projects initiated by the previous administration....

1504. Republicans question Kamala Harris’ readiness as Democratic Nominee

With President Joe Biden withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, leading Republican lawmakers are intensifying calls for his resignation, arguing that if Biden is deemed unfit to run, he should not remain in office....

1505. Inland temps to hit 42°C today

The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow warning for Monday, effective from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m......

1506. The Economist: 'The division of Cyprus looks indefinite'

As Cyprus marks the 50th anniversary of its division, a resolution to the longstanding conflict remains elusive. Despite decades of diplomatic efforts, the island remains split between its Greek south and Turkish north, with the status quo appearing increasingly permanent....

1507. 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. ...

1508. Turmoil at Vasilikos as Chinese consortium pulls out, terminal project in limbo

The sudden withdrawal of the CPP-METRON CONSORTIUM LTD from the Vasilikos terminal project has added a new layer of complexity to the already troubled initiative. ...

1509. Ursula von der Leyen secures second term as EU Commission President

In a decisive move, the European Parliament has elected Ursula von der Leyen to serve a second term as President of the European Commission,...

1510. Solar-powered 'smart benches' to monitor air quality in Greece

1511. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

Apartments, beachfront land, commercial properties and other investment opportunities are available for sale by AstroBank in Paphos, Famagusta, Larnaca and Nicosia....

1512. Cyprus and Greece commit to Eastern Med security

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......

1513. Legal challenges mount over Vasilikos Terminal abandonment

Cyprus is preparing for significant changes in its energy sector following the formal termination of the contract between the Natural Gas Infrastructure......

1514. Sunny start with afternoon showers possible

Cyprus is set for a mix of clear skies and some scattered showers today. ...

1515. Bryan Adams to perform live in Limassol this fall

Legendary singer and multi-platinum songwriter Bryan Adams is set to electrify Cyprus with a live performance at Tsirion Stadium in Limassol on October 16, 2024, as part of his global "So Happy It Hurts" Tour....

1516. Lidl’s 21st store in Paphos boosts Cyprus retail battle

Almost 15 years after Lidl Cyprus entered the Cypriot market, the company is set to open its 21st store in Paphos, specifically in Neon Mall....

1517. Armed convoy of 800 fighters from Paphos to Nicosia marred by tragedy

In recent months, a freshly painted bus from another era has been placed in a shelter near the roundabout at the Paphos General Hospital....

1518. Sunny skies with a chance of showers

Cyprus will enjoy mostly sunny weather today, though clouds will develop gradually, bringing a chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms, especially in the mountains and some interior regions after noon....

1519. Former security guard accused of stealing Michael Schumacher's medical files

A former security guard for Michael Schumacher’s family has been arrested for allegedly stealing 1,500 medical files from the Schumacher home in Germany. The files include private information stored on two hard drives, which the family insists should not be made public....

1520. FT: Unilever to cut 1/3 of office jobs in Europe

Unilever, one of the largest distributors of consumer goods such as Dove, and BEn & Jerry's, Lipton, Knorr, etc., has announced plans to eliminate a third of its office-based roles in Europe by the end of 2025, ...

1521. Rare tornado touches down in Nicosia

In a rare weather event, a tornado touched down in the Nicosia province, specifically in the Mammari area, as confirmed by several citizen videos posted on the ''Kairophiles Cyprus'' page. ...

1522. Study reveals pros and cons of Great Sea Interconnector

Cyprus' Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry, George Papanastasiou, announced on Thursday that the comprehensive cost-benefit study for the Cyprus-Greece (Crete) electricity interconnection, known as the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI),...

1523. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank in Paphos, Famagusta and Nicosia

Astrobank has listed for sale residential plots in Strovolos, in the GSP area, and other properties in Paphos, Famagusta and Nicosia that are ideal investment opportunities....

1524. Chinese consortium exits Vasilikos LNG project

The Chinese CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd (CMC Ltd) is set to exit the unfinished photovoltaic (PV) terminal project in Vasilikos, according to Cyprus' Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. ...

1525. Cyprus remains a strong innovator in European rankings

Cyprus maintains its position as a Strong Innovator in the European Innovation Scoreboard for the 3rd consecutive year, the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy said on Monday....

1526. Sunny skies with a splash of showers, a refreshing break ahead

Today, we're in for a treat! Enjoy mostly clear skies, but keep an eye out in the afternoon for some playful clouds bringing a chance of isolated showers or thunderstorms, especially in the mountains and inland....

1527. Ikea to open store on New York's chic 5th Ave

IKEA is set to open a new store in the heart of Manhattan's Fifth Avenue shopping district, serving as the prime anchor of a new office tower, the majority owner of IKEA stores announced Tuesday....

1528. Macron's gamble averts far-right but leaves France in political instability

In a surprising turn of events following French President Emmanuel Macron's call for snap elections, France's left-wing alliance has emerged victorious, securing 182 seats and pushing the far-right into third place....

1529. Another heatwave alert: Brace yourselves for the sizzle

Buckle up, folks! The Met Office has issued yet another yellow warning for high temperatures, in effect from 21:00 Sunday evening until 17:00 Monday afternoon. Here’s what you need to know to beat the heat and keep your cool....

1530. Starmer ends Rwanda asylum plan, calls for practical solutions

Newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced today that his government will not proceed with the previous administration's plan to send asylum seekers arriving in small boats to Rwanda....