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61. Turkish Cypriots tell Erdogan 'no' to political Islam

Hundreds of Turkish Cypriots marched through occupied Nicosia on Friday to protest what they call Ankara’s imposition of political Islam and interference in their secular way of life, ahead of an expected visit by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan....

62. Stone age surprise in Akamas as discovery shakes up island's prehistoric history

It turns out Akamas wasn’t the quiet backwater of ancient Cyprus after all. A new archaeological dig in the northwest part of the peninsula has unearthed artifacts so significant, they’re already changing the narrative on Cyprus’ early prehistory and could change how future development unfolds in the area....

63. TEKNOFEST lands in Turkish-occupied north

Aviation, drones, and digital dreams took over the old Ercan Airport in the Turkish-occupied areas of Cyprus on Wednesday as TEKNOFEST, a major technology and aviation festival organized by Turkey, officially opened its doors for the first time on the island....

64. Freedom24 makes waves in thrilling winter regatta finale

On the 27th of April in Limassol Marina the final stage of the Fareast 28R Cyprus Winter Grand Prix regatta came to an end. The fastest team was the Estonian Clean Energy team led by former European and World Champion Mati Sepp....

65. Wait...it’s Friday? The weather's just as confused as we are

Good Sunday, everyone...wait, no… Monday? Actually, it’s Friday. If you're still disoriented from Thursday’s midweek holiday and feeling like you’ve time-travelled into next week, rest assured: Cyprus is right there with you. ...

66. Trump is my friend, says Erdogan, as he backs two-state solution for Cyprus

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his support for a two-state solution in Cyprus, praised former U.S. President Donald Trump as a close ally, and signaled growing defense and economic cooperation with Italy, during a press briefing on his return flight from Rome....

67. Erdogan to inaugurate new government complex in occupied north

A new wave of political theater is unfolding in Cyprus’ occupied north, as Turkey prepares to inaugurate a grandiose complex housing the so-called ''presidency'' and ''parliament'' of the breakaway regime, ...

68. Whispers of rain, murmurs of dust...the weather forecast

Good morning Cyprus, it's Wednesday and Mother Nature’s decided to keep things interesting, not wild, not calm, just... mildly moody....

69. Cypriot unions to hold bi-communal May Day rally in Nicosia Buffer Zone

Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot unions will mark May Day with a joint rally Thursday in the United Nations-controlled buffer zone in Nicosia, calling for peace, workers’ rights and renewed efforts toward reunification....

70. Man sentenced to 6 months in occupied north for using fake insurance

A Russian national was sentenced to six months in prison by a criminal court in the Turkish-occupied north after attempting to cross into the area using a forged vehicle insurance policy....

71. Weather with a side of dust: Bring your sunglasses and maybe an umbrella!

Get ready for a bit of everything today, sunshine, clouds, a sprinkle of rain, and even a dash of dust for extra flavor. A weak low-pressure system is hanging around, which basically means the weather can't quite make up its mind....

72. Massive power outage cripples Spain, Portugal

A massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, grounding flights, halting public transportation, and disrupting daily life for millions....

73.  Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a penthouse in Strovolos, as well as other residential properties in Nicosia, Larnaca, Paphos, and Famagusta....

74. Mild low pressure, high chance of surviving the week

Good morning, Cyprus! Today’s weather comes in gently, like a coworker who’s still half asleep but somehow managed to show up on time....

75. Schengen within reach, but Cyprus hits the Green Line wall

Cyprus is making steady progress toward joining the Schengen Zone, but major hurdles still stand in the way before it can fully lift border controls with the rest of the European Union. ...

76. Virginia Giuffre, central figure in Prince Andrew and Epstein allegations, dies by suicide at 41

Virginia Giuffre, a prominent accuser of Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein, has died by suicide at age 41, her family announced Friday....

77. Powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes off Ecuador’s coast

A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of Ecuador, causing damage to buildings near the epicenter but resulting in no reported injuries....

78. Cloudy, crazy, and kinda wet, welcome to the weekend forecast

Happy Friday, Cyprus! As we coast into the weekend, the skies are planning a little drama of their own, but don’t let that dampen your mood....

79. Erdogan steps in over headscarf row in the occupied areas

An intriguing, if modest, scenario is unfolding around efforts to revive stalled Cyprus reunification talks, as the second meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar is set for 5 May, their first since Geneva....

80. Cloudy skies, scattered showers... and a splash of desalination drama

Good morning, Cyprus! Grab your umbrellas, maybe your sunglasses, and definitely your sense of humor—it’s one of those weather days where the only thing predictable is the unpredictability....

81. Erdogan to visit occupied Cyprus amid headscarf backlash

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he’ll soon visit the occupied north of Cyprus, following a wave of backlash over reported restrictions on the headscarf in the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), which only Turkey recognizes....

82. Human remains found after rare shark attack off Israeli coast

What started as a mysterious disappearance in the waters off Hadera has now taken a tragic turn. ...

83. Shark attack off Israel's Mediterranean coast

In a rare and chilling incident off Israel’s Mediterranean coast, authorities are searching for a swimmer believed to have been bitten by a shark near Olga Beach, just north of Hadera....

84. From Easter vibes to summer skies

Good morning and happy Tuesday, April 22! Easter may be behind us, but the festive buzz is still in the air, and with the way the weather’s shaping up, we’re already starting to flirt with summer....

85. Syrian asylum seeker freed after 13 months in legal limbo: Supreme Court slams 'unjustified' detention

A Syrian asylum seeker detained for over a year was ordered released by Cyprus' Supreme Court on Wednesday, citing unjustified and prolonged detention without a clear path to deportation....

86. Denktas urges Turkey to recognize Republic of Cyprus, open embassy in south

Serdar Denktas, a prominent Turkish Cypriot politician, has called on Turkey to formally recognize the Republic of Cyprus and open an embassy in the island’s internationally recognized government in the south....

87.  Holy Thursday brings sunshine and stillness

As the faithful begin preparations for Easter, the weather is keeping pace with the spirit of the season—gentle and calm. A mild high-pressure system is setting the tone, bringing mostly clear skies and a touch of serenity....

88. Aykut family launches billboard campaign against Cyprus President

The Aykut family has taken their fight with the Cypriot government to the streets, literally. Giant billboards with bold accusations against Cyprus and President Nikos Christodoulides have appeared in Hebrew in various locations, painting the island as unsafe for Israelis and demanding justice for 75-year-old Simon Aykut, who has been jailed in Cyprus for nearly a year....

89. Montblanc: Meisterstück Around the World in 80 days – Year 3

90. A quiet forecast for a solemn week

Good morning. As we move through Holy Week and approach Easter, the weather remains calm and steady, a fitting backdrop for reflection and quiet moments....