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211. Israeli airstrike hits Iran’s state TV headquarters as nuclear tensions surge

Israel launched a direct strike on Iran’s state television headquarters in Tehran early Monday, intensifying a growing conflict and sending thousands of residents fleeing the capital....

212. Cyprus bunkers: Where the real danger might be the flying office chair

With the situation between Iran and Israel growing more tense by the day, Cypriot authorities have been reminding the public to be ''prepared'' just in case the island gets accidentally (or intentionally) caught in the crossfire....

213. Bollywood, bots, and big bucks as Cyprus becomes India’s new business and movie hub

In a major boost to Cyprus’s economy and international standing, two Indian companies have officially announced their expansion into the country, with more than 20 others reportedly exploring similar moves....

214. Minthis Music Festival 2025: Culture in Full Bloom in Cyprus

Where nature meets human creativity and Cyprus' highlands stretch out beneath open skies, the Minthis Music Festival is ready to return....

215. SafeCY app helps users find nearest shelter

A new mobile app, SafeCY, is now available to help residents locate the nearest Civil Defense shelter in real time....

216. Sole survivor of Air India crash says he ''ran through fire'' after waking in wreckage

The lone survivor of the Air India crash that killed 241 people says he woke up surrounded by fire, wreckage, and bodies and simply ran for his life....

217. Nicosia businesses and residents demand Makarios Avenue reopens to traffic

A coalition of local shopkeepers, residents, and small business owners in Nicosia’s historic shopping district is calling for the city to reopen Makarios Avenue to car traffic immediately. ...

218. Two dogs killed by suspected poisoning in Alaminos

Police are investigating the suspected poisoning of two dogs in the village of Alaminos after poisoned bait was found at the scene, authorities said Thursday....

219. BREAKING: Air India flight to London crashes after takeoff, 242 feared dead

Tragedy struck India early Wednesday when an Air India flight bound for London Gatwick crashed just minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport, with 242 people on board....

220. 15-year-old arrested in knife-point robbery at Limassol bakery

Police have arrested a 15-year-old boy in connection with a knife-point robbery at a bakery in Limassol in the early hours of June 8....

221. Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale luxury houses and other residential properties in Nicosia, Paphos, and Larnaca....

222. Quick-thinking officer pulls elderly woman and caregiver from burning apartment

A Game and Fauna Service patrol officer is being praised for rescuing two people from a burning apartment early Friday in Larnaca....

223. Fog blankets Limassol’s coastline

A dense fog rolled over Limassol’s coastal front this week, with residents sharing images of the eerie scene across social media....

224. Heads up! Low-flying helicopters to clean power lines across Cyprus

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has announced that a helicopter will be flying low over towns and villages across the island from June 10 to June 30, as part of a scheduled maintenance program to clean high-voltage insulators on transmission lines....

225. Green light for six-story apartment block in former refinery zone

A new six-story residential building is coming to Larnaca’s Chrysopolitissa parish after the Environmental Authority approved plans for the project, which is set to transform a plot within the old refinery zone into modern housing....

226. The firefighter who refused to stay silent

In one of the darkest chapters of modern Greek history, when flames engulfed the seaside town of Mati in July 2018, claiming 104 lives in a matter of hours, it wasn’t just the fire that left scars; it was the lack of response and accountability....

227. Fire breaks out in home near Arediou, residents suffer burns (VIDEO)

A fire that broke out Thursday afternoon between the communities of Arediou and Malounda destroyed five metal structures and left several residents with minor burns, officials said....

228. Trapped property owners finally see the light at the end of the tunnel

A long-overdue lifeline may finally be on the way for thousands of Cypriots trapped in property nightmares, as a new bill aimed at resolving the issue moves closer to a vote in Parliament....

229. The Landmark Nicosia Towers: The ultimate 5-star lifestyle choice in Nicosia

As the most prestigious real estate project in the modern history of Nicosia is developing in full speed, the vision of the owner MHV, a company group with a prominent role in the luxury hospitality and premium real estate scene of Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean, is becoming more and more evident....

230. Man arrested in Larnaca for allegedly stealing €1,400, bank cards, and documents from parked car

A 26-year-old man was arrested Friday in connection with the theft of cash, bank cards, and personal documents from a parked vehicle earlier this month, police said....

231. Over 60,000 work permits issued to foreign talent in Cyprus since 2014

Cyprus has issued more than 60,000 residence and work permits to foreign nationals over the past decade as part of a push to attract tech talent and investment, according to figures released by Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou....

232. ''Do something'': Palestinian UN envoy breaks down over Gaza deaths and starvation

In an emotional address to the United Nations Security Council, the Palestinian ambassador broke down in tears as he described the suffering of children and families in Gaza, urging the international community to act decisively and immediately to stop what he called a "genocide."...

233. Spring storm turns streets white in Dali

Spring took a dramatic turn in Nicosia on Thursday afternoon, as violent weather brought sudden and heavy hailstorms to several areas of the district. The storm hit just after noon, catching many off guard, with Dali and Pera Chorio Nisou among the hardest hit....

234. Widespread disappearance of cats in Astromeritis raises alarm

Authorities and animal rights groups are expressing deep concern over the sudden disappearance of numerous cats in the village of Astromeritis, located in the Nicosia district....

235. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is offering an exceptional selection of residential land for sale in Nicosia, Paphos and Famagusta....

236. EAC adjusts smart meter rollout after appliance damage reports

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) will revise its smart meter installation strategy following a series of reported incidents, including fires and damaged appliances, officials said....

237. SkyUp™ launches direct flights from Poland to Greece, Cyprus, and Bulgaria

SkyUp (U5) is expanding its route network by launching direct flights from Poland to popular holiday destinations in Southern Europe. Starting May 27, 2025, travelers from Warsaw and Katowice will be able to fly nonstop to Heraklion (Crete, Greece), Larnaca (Cyprus), and Burgas (Bulgaria)....

238. 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....

239. Driver, 62, killed in crash with road roller in Paphos

A 62-year-old man was killed early Saturday in a traffic accident on the road from Praitori to Kedares in the Paphos district, authorities said....

240. King’s Gardens: A Prime Investment in the Heart of Nicosia