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271. Two shootings, two towns as Cyprus grapples with rising gun violence

A 78-year-old man has confessed to killing Aristidis Siamtanis, 73, whose body was found dumped in a roadside ditch in Paphos on Sunday morning....

272. Hot enough to hose yourself, but will it land you in jail?

Seasonal low pressure is in town, though, frankly, it’s not doing much to cool things down. The skies will be mainly clear, which is great news for solar panel enthusiasts and terrible news for your air conditioner. ...

273. Reducing the cost of living through digital solutions

Life is becoming increasingly difficult for households today. The gap between those who are financially comfortable and those struggling to make ends meet on their wages has widened significantly. ...

274. Casper the Friendly Ghost claims responsibility as Cyprus enters the age of amateur terror

Until now, we knew July 9th as the dark day in 1821 when the Ottomans hanged Archbishop Kyprianos for his involvement in the Greek War of Independence. We also knew July 9th as the title of a powerful epic poem by Vasilis Michaelides about the massacres of that day. ...

275. Gen Z wants more than just a paycheck, and they're not wrong

Young people these days don’t put up with much, and frankly, good for them....

276. Cyprus taps U.S. and EU defense funds to strengthen military

Cyprus is taking steps to strengthen its military capabilities with help from both the European Union and the United States, government officials announced on Wednesday, marking another sign of deepening strategic ties between Nicosia and Washington....

277. Nicosia, the neglected relative

Nicosia has structural issues. Where other cities have the sea, Nicosia has the Green Line. By its very nature, its development, and even the daily relief of its traffic, does not unfold in any smooth or natural way....

278. Another yellow warning? Cyprus summer is just being Cyprus again

We’ve had a few yellow warnings already, and guess what? Here comes another one. Honestly, it wouldn’t feel like summer in Cyprus without at least one reminder that our weather has absolutely no chill....

279. 35-year-old man detained in human trafficking case

Police arrested a 35-year-old man yesterday in connection with a human trafficking investigation involving sexual exploitation....

280. Bizonal federation no longer unites both sides, says UN envoy

The United Nations' personal envoy for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, has warned that one of the biggest casualties of the failed peace talks in Crans Montana is the loss of a shared vision for the island’s future....

281. Cyprus hits highest power use of the year, and it’s still climbing

Electricity use across Cyprus hit a new high for this year during the lunchtime hours on Monday, as homes and businesses cranked up air conditioning to cope with the summer heat....

282. The real emergency isn’t antisemitism...it’s Gaza

A provocative comment by AKEL Secretary-General Stefanos Stefanou during the party’s recent 24th congress has ignited public debate in Cyprus around antisemitism, or more precisely, the way the term is being politically weaponized. ...

283. Fire up the grill...it’s hot, It’s Friday, and It’s the 4th of July (yes, even in Cyprus)

Sure, it’s still morning, and sure, the to-do list might look like it was written by a particularly vengeful project manager. But let’s not panic. There’s something in the air and no, it’s not just the 36°c day creeping in. It’s hope. Because folks, it’s Friday, and even better, it’s the 4th of July....

284. We know it’s only Thursday, but we can almost taste the weekend

We are desperately eyeing the weekend like it's the last piece of cake at a summer picnic, and not even the prospect of becoming human toast is going to ruin it for us....

285. Nikaros, Varosiotou, Strovolos and the one billion

“The DISY party was not created to serve anyone’s personal ambitions!” When that comes out of Nikos Anastasiades’ mouth, it takes on an altogether different meaning....

286. Heat cranks up to 38°c as mountains tease with surprise showers

287. Celebrating Excellence: University of Limassol Hosts its 2025 Graduation Ceremony

The University of Limassol (UoL) proudly hosted its 2025 Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, 26 June, marking a major milestone in its continuing journey as one of Cyprus’s most innovative and forward-thinking academic institutions....

288. Ireland first to ban goods from Israeli settlements

Ireland is making history as the first European country to introduce a law banning the import of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, a move that could send ripples across the EU and beyond....

289. Inviting the invader?

In a surprising move that could mark a shift in regional diplomacy, Cyprus plans to invite Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to a high-level summit in 2026, despite the island's bitter, decades-long division with Turkey....

290. Steady heat marches on with a high of 37°c today

A seasonal low-pressure system is currently influencing the region, and it’s bringing the heat....

291. Monday forecast: We’re still tired, but at least it’s only 37°c

It’s Monday morning and yes, we’re already exhausted. Pro tip for the next life: maybe don’t have kids. But hey, we’re clinging to the small victories, like the fact that today’s high is a mere 37 degrees. (ONLY 37! Can you believe our luck?)...

292. Second Home Program gives appliances a new purpose, giving families a new start

The “Second Home” program by Kotsovolos is a bridge between surplus and need, comfort and struggle, everyday items and extraordinary hope....

293. Ship full of electric cars sinks in Pacific, now the ocean could pay the price

A cargo ship carrying over 3,000 vehicles, including hundreds of electric and hybrid cars, has sunk deep in the North Pacific, sparking serious concerns about battery contamination and a potential marine pollution disaster....

294. Friday forecast brings sunshine sizzle and a siren call to the sea

Yes, work diligently until 5pm. But after that? Do it. Tear off your metaphorical shackles (and maybe your literal shirt) and run wild into the waves. You’ve earned it....

295. Cyprus backs young entrepreneurs with €50M boost

Cyprus is betting on young entrepreneurs to drive the country’s economic growth, with over €10 million already distributed in grants under a national plan expected to create more than 2,000 jobs by 2027....

296. 41°C highs prompt yellow weather warning

A yellow weather warning is in place today as temperatures climb to a blistering 41°C inland....

297. Nicosia unveils €100 million plan to fix traffic chaos and modernize the capital

Nicosia is aiming for a major transformation, with over €100 million in urban and traffic upgrades on the table, as the capital struggles with decades-old road designs, mounting traffic, and growing frustration among residents....

298. 17 repatriation flights leave Cyprus today to help Israelis get home

Cyprus is once again playing a key role in the region, with 17 special repatriation flights scheduled on Wednesday to help transport Israeli nationals back home, as tensions continue to simmer in the Middle East....

299. Are you really here for the weather… or just for our banter?

The Meteorological Service has issued a Yellow Warning to keep us all on our toes or preferably in the shade. The warning is in effect from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., which just so happens to be the exact window you should not be roasting yourself on a café terrace....

300. BrainRocket becomes a Donor of TechIsland

TechIsland is proud to announce that BrainRocket, a global company creating innovative end-to-end tech products, has joined as one of the association’s esteemed Donors....