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1. EU-funded project restores Kanakaria church in occupied Cyprus

Conservation work has been completed at the monastery and church of Panagia Kanakaria in Lythrangomi, in Turkish-occupied Karpasia....

2. Dormition Day delivers cooler skies, strong breezes, and a good excuse for a siesta

If you’ve survived this week without melting into the pavement, congratulations. You’ve made it to mid-August in Cyprus, the day when churches are full, villages are bustling with feasts, and the rest of us are wondering if it’s socially acceptable to nap for the next twelve hours....

3. The sun tightens its grip: A reluctant forecast of heat, haze, and hollow promises of relief

The sky, for now, has decided to bless us with unrelenting clarity, a gift only the most sun-obsessed would call generous....

4. Missing 13-year-old refugee found in occupied areas, safe

A 13-year-old unaccompanied refugee who went missing from an NGO-run facility in Nicosia on August 6 has been found in the occupied areas and is reported to be in good health, authorities said....

5. Heatwave peaks midweek before cooling off over weekend

Temperatures are set to soar this week, with Wednesday and Thursday expected to bring the highest heat of the current heatwave. ...

6. €65 fine hits drivers who misuse lanes on Cyprus highways

Cyprus traffic police are cracking down on drivers who misuse lanes on the highways, especially on sections with three lanes, warning that fines of €65 will be issued for illegal lane use and overtaking from the left lane....

7. Cyprus news roundup: Fires, finance and fiery wage demands

From forest fire probes to banking battles, here’s a look at the week’s biggest developments in Cyprus....

8. Ancient Cypriot treasures return home after U.S. gallery steps up

Two ancient Cypriot artifacts, a rare 2,600-year-old chariot sculpture and a centuries-old ceramic flask, have been formally returned to Cyprus after years abroad in a small but powerful ceremony held at the Cypriot Embassy in Washington....

9. Community leaders witness political infighting in Parliament instead of needed solutions

The community leader of Lofou, Yiannos Neophytou, expressed disappointment Tuesday following a Parliamentary session on the recent wildfires in the Limassol district, saying local leaders expected solutions but instead witnessed political infighting....

10. Cyprus savers earn less, borrowers pay more as banks widen gap with Eurozone

If you’re saving your money in a Cypriot bank, you’re probably earning less interest than the average European. But if you’re borrowing for a home or your small business, you’re likely paying more....

11. BOC reports €235M in profits, but what does that actually mean for the rest of us?

12. Want to visit the U.S.? You might have to pay a $15,000 deposit first

Planning a vacation or business trip to the U.S.? You might want to check your bank account first....

13. 41-year-old overturns car in Paphos while drunk and driving without license

A 41-year-old man is accused of multiple serious traffic offenses following a crash in the Paphos district early Sunday....

14. The right to disconnect

For a necessary and profoundly human break from the frenzied rhythms of daily life, in an era where the eight-hour workday and basic labor rights have withered into a quaint, romantic anecdote from another time....

15. Pieros the turtle makes a splashy return to the sea

Children squealed with delight, and adults looked on with smiles as Pieros, a rescued green sea turtle, was gently released back into the sea on Thursday, capping off a feel-good moment along the Larnaca coast....

16. Cyprus’ Pavlos Kontides reclaims world No. 1 in sailing

Cyprus is celebrating once again as Olympic sailor Pavlos Kontides has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the World Sailing rankings for the Laser (ILCA7) class....

17. Viper caught near Limassol hospital (video)

After a brief break from live snake-catching broadcasts, well-known reptile rescuer Yannis Angelis made a dramatic return on Tuesday evening, sharing footage of a tense rescue in Polemidia, just a stone’s throw from Limassol General Hospital....

18. USA 1 – EU 0

Just days before the August 1st deadline, the U.S. and the EU managed to strike a new trade deal, prompting sighs of relief, as the two traditional allies will not have to clash, at least for now....

19. Audit Office warns of €3.1 billion in delayed tax revenues, warns of non-collection risk

The Audit Office has raised concerns over €3.1 billion in delayed tax revenues owed to the state, warning that around €1.4 billion may never be collected....

20. Water supply restored in Limassol after wildfires, officials say

The water supply network in Limassol is gradually returning to normal following the devastating wildfires in the region’s mountainous areas, officials said Monday....

21. Protesters greet Trump’s Scotland visit with signs, chants and criticism

President Donald Trump was met with protests across Scotland this weekend as he arrived for a private golfing trip tied to his late mother’s heritage....

22.  Renowned Futurist Gerd Leonhard to Speak at Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

Mark your calendars for October 9: the highly anticipated Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit returns, once again setting the stage for forward-thinking conversations around life in the age of artificial intelligence....

23. France to recognize Palestinian state at UN in September, Macron says

In a major shift in European diplomacy, French President Emmanuel Macron announced late Thursday that France will officially recognise Palestine as a state, a move set to be formalised this September at the United Nations General Assembly....

24. Stuart Morrison, Haas F1 Communications Director, at Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit

On October 9, the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit returns with a lineup of visionary speakers who are shaping the future of technology, media, and entertainment....

25. 10 years in prison for driver who killed family of four

The man behind the wheel of the fatal crash that shattered a Limassol family just minutes into the New Year has been sentenced to 10 years in prison....

26. Traffic camera van seen near evacuation zone raises questions during Limassol wildfire

As residents of Ypsonas returned briefly to collect belongings from their homes following a precautionary evacuation order, some were surprised to encounter a mobile traffic camera van stationed along a road in the area....

27. Authorities await DNA results to identify victims of Limassol wildfire

The bodies of two people found in a burned vehicle during the Limassol wildfire remain unidentified, with authorities awaiting DNA test results to confirm their identities....

28. Wildfire hits Souni: Homes burn as volunteers rush to save dogs (videos and pics)

A fast-moving wildfire ripped through parts of Souni late Wednesday night, destroying homes and forcing a frantic effort to evacuate a local dog sanctuary as flames edged dangerously close to the area....

29. Dramatic overnight rescue in Lofou as flames encircle village

What began as a quiet night in the mountain village of Lofou turned into a scene from a disaster movie, as police and National Guard forces launched a dramatic overnight rescue to save dozens of residents trapped by wildfire....

30. Guardian of Ayia Triada: Teacher Eleni Foka’s silent resistance in occupied Cyprus

For 23 years, teacher Eleni Foka stood as a quiet pillar of resistance in the Turkish-occupied village of Ayia Triada, where she educated the children of those who refused to abandon their homes after the 1974 invasion....