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1. Four passengers kicked off Larnaca flight after refusing to stop vaping

Passengers travelling from Larnaca to Birmingham faced an unexpected delay after four people allegedly refused to stop using electronic cigarettes on board....

2. Royal Air Force to use Akrotiri to support Saudi Arabia against Houthis

RAF Akrotiri is being drawn into another Middle East security operation, with Britain preparing to deploy a refueling aircraft from Cyprus to support Saudi Arabia against missile and drone attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels....

3. Europe flew more this August...Cyprus went the other way

Europe’s skies were busier this summer, but Cyprus was one of the few countries moving in the opposite direction....

4. Poland shuts two airports as Russian strikes edge closer to NATO territory

Two airports in southeastern Poland suspended flights after military aircraft were sent into the skies in response to a new wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine....

5. Bomb threat forces passengers off Rome-bound flight at Larnaca Airport

A bomb threat has triggered a security operation at Larnaca Airport, forcing passengers off an aircraft shortly before it was due to leave for Rome....

6. Do you remember where you were when the world changed?

Do you remember where you were when the world changed? For anyone old enough to remember Sept. 11, 2001, the answer often comes immediately. ...

7. TUI flight to Paphos forced to turn back after flock of birds hits aircraft

A TUI flight bound for Paphos was forced to return to Cardiff Airport shortly after take-off on Wednesday after the aircraft was struck by birds....

8. Cyprus patient misses transplant after no flight could be found

A 38-year-old patient lost the chance to receive a transplant because Cyprus could not secure a plane to take him to Athens in time....

9. Realtor’s midair meltdown ends in duct tape, and unemployment

An Arizona real estate agent has lost more than his composure following an alleged midair rampage that ended with him duct-taped to his first-class seat....

10. Why is Nepal drowning?

limate justice activists, environmentalists and scientists around the world have been warning us for years, apparently to little avail. They are often dismissed as eccentrics until disaster comes knocking on our own door. ...

11. Cyprus economy grows 3.3%, but is it reaching your pocket?

Cyprus’ economy grew by 3.3% in the second quarter of 2026, comfortably outperforming the eurozone, but that does not necessarily mean every household is feeling richer....

12. Turkish drones disrupting flight paths near Larnaca and Paphos

As Cyprus’ two community leaders discuss the future of the island, air traffic controllers are warning of a very different kind of tension in the skies: Turkish drones flying close to Larnaca and Paphos airports and along important civilian flight routes....

13. Buckle up, we’re gaining momentum!

Last May, the news was cause for celebration. So much so that, for a moment, you could almost believe that somewhere, in some corner of the planet, far from the spotlight, things (and miracles) had happened that we simply knew nothing about. The President of the Republic had not merely told us there was movement....

14. Two trips a year and counting: Cypriots refuse to stay home

For an island that requires a plane or boat to get almost anywhere, Cyprus residents certainly are not letting geography keep them at home....

15. Lidl sets new standards in advertising children’s products

Beginning in August, Lidl launches an international partnership with PAW Patrol in Cyprus and 29 other countries, setting a new standard in advertising children’s products....

16. August 14: The date Cyprus cannot forget

For much of the world, Aug. 14 is simply another summer day. In Cyprus, it arrives carrying three different memories, war, a killing witnessed by an entire island, and an aviation disaster that claimed 121 lives....

17. Mystery aircraft over Larnaca identified as Greek and French military planes

Military aircraft seen and heard over the Larnaca district on Thursday were part of scheduled activity and not an unexpected security incident, according to Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas....

18. Trump secretly flown out of Turkey in container after suspected Iranian threat

US President Donald Trump was secretly flown out of Turkey on a military plane after American officials received information about a possible Iranian threat against him and Air Force One, according to US media reports....

19. Cyprus-Greece ferry could disappear after 2027 without state lifeline

For thousands of Cypriots, getting to Greece no longer automatically means squeezing everything into a suitcase and heading to Larnaca Airport....

20. Hundreds of thousands flee as violent wildfires sweep western Europe

Emergency operations across France and Spain are attempting to contain severe wildfires that have forced nearly 270,000 people from their homes. ...

21. Are we playing God? The plan to put 50,000 mirrors in space and ''control'' sunlight

Imagine finishing work on a winter evening in Cyprus, when it is already dark outside, but instead of turning on streetlights or switching on the lights at home, the sky itself starts glowing....

22. VE Very Exclusive Accessories Ltd Unveils the Swarovski Fall/Winter 2026 Collection at an Exclusive Event in Cyprus

23. On the path to becoming Europe’s leading snack brand

Alesto, the brand for nuts and dried fruits of Lidl, is undergoing a strategic evolution. At the heart of this transformation is the creation of a unique brand identity: Alesto is evolving from a classic product brand into a modern brand centered on enjoyment. With a sharper brand profile and new packaging, Alesto is being completely reimagined. The new concept puts the focus on quality, well-being, and conscious enjoyment, positioning the product range precisely at the intersection of conscious nutrition....

24. Cyprus dispatches firefighting aircraft to assist battle against southern Europe wildfires

The Republic of Cyprus has deployed two aerial firefighting aircraft to France to help suppress massive wildfires currently burning through the southern region of the country....

25. Global ocean temperatures shatter records as massive new El Niño looms

Global sea surface temperatures have officially broken all historical records for this time of year, signaling what scientists warn is a shift into "uncharted territory" for the planet’s climate system....

26. Mid-air drama on Cyprus flight ends in death of passenger

A 35-year-old man has died after a major mid-air disturbance on a Jet2 flight from Cyprus to Manchester, during which passengers and cabin crew reportedly had to restrain him....

27. #PoliticsBlog: Exceptions, trolls, Avvakoum and leaks

Little Nikos (Nikos Christodoulides) greeted the latest Mafia State developments with visible discomfort, while his beloved blonde Madonna (Annita Demetriou) appears to be facing a dilemma....

28. Cyprus discusses Project Kuiper and cybersecurity cooperation with Amazon

A meeting between President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides and Amazon Vice President Panos Panay took place in a positive and productive atmosphere, opening new possibilities for cooperation between Cyprus and the global technology company....

29. EU investment bank restarts funding to Turkey after 7-year freeze

The return of the European Investment Bank (EIB) to Turkey was officially sealed on June 10, marking the revival of new development projects in the country after a seven-year hiatus....

30. Cyprus’ newest eye in the sky: How a space project could change life on the ground

When most people think of space technology, they imagine rockets, astronauts, and distant planets. But Cyprus’ newest move into the space sector is much closer to home and could one day help firefighters detect disasters faster, farmers use less water, authorities monitor the sea, and scientists better understand the changing climate....