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1. Trump-Putin summit in Alaska called a ‘nothingburger’ as talks on Ukraine end without ceasefire

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met Friday at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage for a high-stakes summit aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, but the talks concluded without the ceasefire the U.S. president had sought....

2. Nicosia goes quiet as residents flee the August heat

As is well known, every year, the closer we get to August 15, the fewer people remain in Nicosia. ...

3. €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....

4. Cyprus chaos: Sausage pies, scorched politics, and TikTok cops

The viral photo of the week showing Americans posing proudly in front of a… sad little plate of sausage pies sparked plenty of commentary....

5. Flip-flop fines and bikini bans as Europe gets tough on rowdy tourists

If you’re heading to Europe this summer, you might want to pack extra spending money, and not just for gelato. From Spain to Greece, tourist hotspots are slapping visitors with hefty fines for behavior that locals say they’ve had enough of....

6. Tiny turtles make their first journey at Lara Beach

Last week, visitors to Lara Beach witnessed a captivating natural spectacle as baby turtles emerged from their nests and began their perilous trek toward the Mediterranean Sea....

7. A farewell from the fault line

On a scorching Tuesday morning, I drove through a place I had never been before…not really. The UN buffer zone between the Republic and the Turkish-occupied north is often spoken about, reported on, even filmed. But driving through it? That’s something else entirely....

8. Government unveils comprehensive aid package for Limassol fire victims: Cash payments, rent subsidies, and full damage restoration

Regarding the support and payment of financial aid to citizens affected by the fires in communities of the Limassol District, and following the announcement of the President of the Republic last Sunday, the Council of Ministers decided today on the following measures....

9. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 18/07/2025

10. One apology, twelve measures but no resignation

President Nikos Christodoulides delivered an emergency address in a bid to calm the growing public backlash over the deadly wildfire that ravaged areas in the Limassol mountains. ...

11. 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....

12. Justice Minister: ''Now is not the time for blame'' -- Actually, it is.

Another summer, another wildfire, and once again, the Cyprus government seems utterly unprepared....

13. How common is heatstroke in pets?

As temperatures rise, pet owners are urged to stay vigilant about the dangers of heatstroke, a preventable but often deadly condition that continues to claim the lives of animals each summer....

14. Minor pollution incident quickly contained off Limassol coast

Authorities have reported a single, minor case of marine pollution involving petroleum products off the coast of Limassol, confirming that the situation was swiftly brought under control....

15. UN hosts ''unofficial express'' Cyprus conference in New York

Seasoned observers are calling it an ''informal express'' gathering, the two-day international conference on the Cyprus problem that kicks off today at United Nations headquarters in New York. ...

16. Man calls police after fatally stabbing his father

A quiet neighborhood in Limassol was shaken early Wednesday morning by a suspected case of premeditated murder after a man called police to report that he had stabbed his elderly father to death....

17. Cyprus Schengen entry in 2026? Don’t bet on it, says CIReN

President Nikos Christodoulides may have boldly promised that Cyprus will join the Schengen Area in 2026, but the facts on the ground paint a different and far more complicated picture....

18. Scorching temperatures continue with yellow warning in place

A yellow warning for high temperatures will be in effect Tuesday from noon to 5 p.m., as the ongoing heatwave shows no signs of letting up....

19. Who’s protecting the children? Not social services, critics say

The recent case of a 22-month-old child in Limassol hospitalized with burns and signs of severe neglect has once again exposed serious flaws in Cyprus’ Social Welfare Services, a system meant to protect vulnerable children but increasingly criticized as unfit for purpose....

20. Child in Limassol found with burns, head injuries; parents arrested

A 22-month-old child was hospitalized with second-degree burns, head injuries, and signs of neglect, authorities said Tuesday....

21. Fire in hotel staff quarters sends two women to hospital

Two women were hospitalized early Saturday after inhaling smoke from a fire that broke out in staff living quarters at a hotel in the Famagusta district....

22. Swiss Central Bank slashes interest rates to 0% to fight soaring Franc and deflation

In a surprise move, Switzerland’s central bank has slashed interest rates to zero, aiming to counter falling prices and slow the rapid rise of the Swiss franc, which has been drawing heavy investment as a safe-haven currency during global economic uncertainty....

23. Illegal camping in forests could cost you...big time

Authorities are urging the public to think twice before pitching a tent in the forest this summer, especially in places like the Akamas National Forest Park, warning that unauthorized camping isn't just bad for the environment; it could land you in serious legal trouble....

24.  Experts puzzled by unusual seismic activity linked to earthquake at Mount Athos

A flurry of unusual seismic activity, centered offshore near Mount Athos, home to ancient Orthodox monasteries, has scientists puzzled and on high alert....

25. IMF and EU to Cyprus: Cool it on the pay rises, you're not made of money

Cyprus may be riding high on economic growth, but the message from international watchdogs this week is blunt: slow down the spending, especially on public salaries, or risk unraveling the progress....

26. Heads-up, drivers: Key route to Larnaca Airport shut for roadworks

Planning a late-night drive to Larnaca Airport? You might want to rethink your route. Sections of the Larnaca–Famagusta and Nicosia–Larnaca motorways will be closed overnight from Wednesday evening, June 4, as road maintenance gets underway near the Rizoelia roundabout in Aradippou....

27. Limassol implements 30 km/h speed limit in city center

A maximum speed limit of 30 kilometers per hour is now in effect on specific streets in the historic center of Limassol, according to an official announcement issued today by the Limassol Municipality....

28. Rainy Tuesday rolling in while the forecast eyes midweek changes

It’s Tuesday, and with it comes a moody sky and the first signs of an unsettled stretch ahead....

29. Crete earthquake shakes the region, tremors felt in Cyprus

A powerful earthquake struck off the northern coast of Crete early Thursday morning, shaking large parts of Greece and even being felt in areas of Cyprus. Fortunately, despite the strength of the tremor, there are no reports of serious damage or injuries....

30. Burn marks and drawings on bodies found on children in Larissa abuse case

A 32-year-old woman accused of abusing her two young children has been remanded in custody after delivering a lengthy statement to a prosecutor in Larissa....