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1. From sunshine to snowflakes, a weather rollercoaster awaits

It’s a bit of a mixed bag for the weather over the next few days, so keep those umbrellas handy but don’t pack away your sunglasses just yet!...

2. Apple quietly discontinues lightning to 3.5mm headphone adapter

Apple has quietly pulled the plug on its once-essential Lightning to 3.5mm headphone adapter, marking the end of an era for iPhone users who relied on the small accessory....

3. Cyprus reunification 'off the table', says former U.S. Ambassador, warns Europe not to rely on U.S.

A statesman, a diplomat, and a patriot, John Koenig is the epitome of dedication to service and diplomacy. With a career spanning over three decades, he has served in pivotal roles across the globe, from his time as U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus from 2012 to 2015 to his earlier postings in Belgium, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, and the Philippines. ...

4. Nicosia player wins €100,000 in JOKER lottery

5. The Guardian quits X, citing ''toxic'' platform and Musk’s Trump ties

The British newspaper group The Guardian has decided to stop posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, citing concerns over what it describes as a ''toxic media platform.''...

6. Cypriot hits €4.2 million Joker jackpot in Nicosia

A Joker lottery ticket played at a Nicosia agency turned one lucky Cypriot into a millionaire, claiming a prize of €4,229,300.85, lottery officials announced....

7. Quincy Jones, the music legend who changed pop and philanthropy, dies at 91

Quincy Jones, the iconic music producer and cultural force, died at his Los Angeles home at 91, surrounded by family. Over his long career, Jones shaped the music industry, working with stars like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Ray Charles and leaving behind an unparalleled catalog of hits. ...

8. 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....

9. Lucky JOKER ticket in Kokkinotrimithia wins €18.6 million jackpot

A single ticket has made one individual extraordinarily wealthy following the 2812th JOKER draw, as they secured a prize of €18,694,681.21. The winning ticket, ...

10. Tito Jackson, Jackson 5 founding member, dies at 70

Tito Jackson, a founding member of the iconic Jackson 5, has passed away at age 70. His death was first reported by "Entertainment Tonight," with confirmation from family friend Steve Manning and his nephew Siggy Jackson....

11. Star Wars legend James Earl Jones passes away at 93

James Earl Jones, the legendary actor best known for voicing Darth Vader in *Star Wars* and Mufasa in *The Lion King*, has died at the age of 93. ...

12. Norway powers up with the world’s first wireless charging road for EVs (vid)

Get ready to buckle up and plug into the future! Norway has just unveiled its latest electrifying innovation—a wireless charging road for electric vehicles (EVs) in the vibrant city of Trondheim....

13. Salmon return to Derbyshire river for first time in a century

After years of feeding in the ocean, these salmon have an incredible ability to return hundreds of miles upstream to the same river stretch where they were born to breed and lay eggs....

14. Biden mistakenly calls Zelensky ''Putin'' at NATO event (video)

President Joe Biden mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as President Putin of Russia during a NATO event Thursday, just hours before facing a high-stakes press conference where his every word will be closely scrutinized....

15. Remembering Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis: A Life in Pictures

On May 19, 1994, Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis passed away at age 64 after battling cancer, choosing to end treatment on her own terms in her Manhattan apartment on Fifth Avenue surrounded by loved ones....

16. Scottish Secretary resigns amid UK election betting scandal

The unfolding scandal surrounding bets on the UK government's election date deepened significantly yesterday with the revelation......

17. Cyprus ticket wins €100,000

In Thursday night's Joker draw (13/6), a total of 3.3 million euros was up for grabs....

18. Massive landslide buries 2,000 in Papua New Guinea

More than 2,000 people were buried alive by a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea last week, the national disaster centre said on Monday, as treacherous terrain and the difficulty of getting aid to the site raises the risk few survivors will be found....

19. Mexico: Three surfers found murdered over truck theft

Three tourists – Australian brothers Jake (30) and Callum Robinson (33) and American Jack Carter Rhoad (30) – were found murdered in Baja California, Mexico, authorities confirmed....

20. Protecting pups or punishing breeds? Dachshunds caught in legal crossfire

Dachshunds, the German dog breed known for their distinctive long bodies and short legs, face an uncertain future if proposed changes to an animal protection law are approved, Germany’s kennel club said....

21. Erdogan's worries mount as opposition claims victory in key cities

There's a palpable sense of satisfaction among the opposition, resonating with a significant portion of the populace, following Sunday's electoral outcome in Istanbul and other major Turkish cities....

22. Scattered showers and surging winds ahead

Ready for your daily weather update? Well, grab your umbrellas because we've got some interesting changes headed our way....

23. Clouds and showers on the horizon

So, here's the scoop on today's weather: we're looking at a mix of clouds, with some areas getting more overcast skies....

24. Biden forgets Vice Presidency, son's death in document probe

A recent report from special counsel Robert Hur has shed light on President Biden's retention of documents pertaining to military and foreign policy, particularly concerning Afghanistan and other matters of national security deemed sensitive....

25. Rainy days and snowy peaks ahead

A low-pressure system is brewing southwest of our island and is in no hurry to leave. It's going to stick around until Thursday, so grab your umbrellas and jackets!...

26. Politico: Newly unsealed Epstein documents offer few insights into high-profile associates

Newly unsealed court papers related to Jeffrey Epstein include the names of a handful of famous men whose associations with the late sex offender were previously known, but the documents provide few new disclosures about the nature of their relationships....

27. Israeli authorities probe suspected insider trading ahead of Hamas attack

In a recent development, Israeli authorities are delving into allegations raised by US researchers who suggest that certain investors might have had advance knowledge of the Hamas plan to attack Israel on October 7....

28. Clear skies, chilly nights, and cloudy surprises

Get ready for a weather rollercoaster this Monday! Expect mainly clear skies with temperatures soaring to around 23 degrees inland, hitting a cozy 21 degrees on the southern and eastern coasts, and cooling down to around 11 degrees in the higher mountains....

29. The Beatles' 'Now and Then' surprises fans with a release

George Harrison originally disliked it; fans had long assumed it would never be released. But the “final” song by the Beatles, Now and Then, is being released at 2pm GMT, an unexpected last flourish for arguably the UK’s greatest band....

30. Biden urges humanitarian 'pause' in Israel-Hamas conflict

President Joe Biden said he thought there should be a humanitarian “pause” in the Israel-Hamas war, after his campaign speech Wednesday evening was interrupted by a protester calling for a cease-fire....