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15 June, 2026
 

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1. Cyprus records exceptionally high April rainfall, reaching 175% of monthly average

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-records-exceptionally-high-april-rainfall-reaching-175-of-monthly-average

Rainfall in Cyprus has significantly exceeded typical April levels during the first part of the month, according to early figures from the Meteorology Department....

2. Yellow warning issued as heavy thunderstorms set to hit Cyprus today

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/yellow-warning-issued-as-heavy-thunderstorms-set-to-hit-cyprus-today

Cyprus is set to experience a period of unstable and potentially severe weather, with the Meteorology Department issuing a yellow warning for heavy thunderstorms on Saturday....

3. Nicosia’s biggest makeover yet: Green space and tech zone coming

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-biggest-makeover-yet-green-space-and-tech-zone-coming

After decades of continuous development in western Nicosia, city officials are moving closer to major plans that could transform the area with new green and innovation spaces....

4. Paphos dams at risk as water levels plunge to 8% despite recent rain

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-dams-at-risk-as-water-levels-plunge-to-8-despite-recent-rain

Even after recent showers, water levels in Paphos’ main dams remain dangerously low, officials warn. ...

5. Southeastern Europe warmer than ever

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/southeastern-europe-warmer-than-ever

In July 2024, the Eastern Mediterranean experienced its most intense heatwave on record....

6. Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/torrential-rains-lash-cyprus-flooding-streets-and-causing-chaos

Torrential rain hammered parts of Cyprus on Friday afternoon, turning streets into rivers and creating flash floods that caused traffic chaos and panic in several areas....

7. Ancient Alexandria crumbles as rising seas threaten its future

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-alexandria-crumbles-as-rising-seas-threaten-its-future

Alexandria, Egypt’s historic port city, is facing an escalating crisis due to climate-driven coastal erosion and rising sea levels....

8. Growing up in refugee camps

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/growing-up-in-refugee-camps

The painful experience of being violently uprooted, the worry about finding temporary shelter until they could return home, and the hardships faced in refugee camps – which turned into months and even years – are deeply etched in the memories and hearts of the refugees....

9. New York City could be sinking

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-york-city-could-be-sinking

From the Financial District’s sky-high centers of economic power to the pricey pads that rise above Billionaires’ Row, the great volume of towering buildings is part of what gives New York City its identity. But according to new research cited by the New York Post, the weight of those same buildings that give the Big Apple its soaring sense of bravado could contribute to the city's sinking....

10. The red warning from the beaches of Protaras

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-red-warning-from-the-beaches-of-protaras

First and foremost, let me state that I am not an environmental expert. As an active citizen, I am recording my concerns about the changes brought about by climate change...

11. Flood fears ramp up as cold front nears

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/flood-fears-ramp-up-as-cold-front-nears

Inclement weather continues to affect Cyprus as weekend storms cause flash flooding conditions in parts of the island and much colder temperatures are on they way...

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