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1. Weather forecast: Clear skies and above-average temperatures set to continue

A seasonal low-pressure system is currently affecting the area, bringing mostly clear and warm conditions over the coming days....

2. Winter sun is back - Wizz Air brings back four Middle East destinations, ahead of the winter season

This week, Wizz Air relaunched flights to Jeddah and Amman & reconfirms the restart of Abu Dhabi and Dubai on October 25th, 2026 – three of the Middle East’s most popular destinations, reconnecting travellers with the Arabian Peninsula. Tickets for all four destinations are on sale now at wizzair.com and via the airline’s mobile app....

3. Cyprus turns to new UK prime minister for help restarting peace talks

President Nikos Christodoulides has urged new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham to use the United Kingdom’s influence to help bring the Cyprus peace process back to the negotiating table....

4. Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) stands alongside FRTUCY following its major international achievement at Formula Student Romania 2026

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) congratulates the University of Cyprus Formula Racing Team (FRTUCY) on its significant international success at Formula Student Romania 2026, where it secured 2nd place overall, achieving one of the most important distinctions in the team’s history. The achievement holds particular significance for Coral Cyprus, which continues its collaboration with and support for the University of Cyprus student team, actively investing in innovation and the development of young talent....

5. Thursday hits a burning 40°C inland as the Met Office puts out a 3-hour Yellow Alert

We are talking 40°C inland today. The weather people had to put out an official Yellow Warning from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....

6. Artemion, the Holocaust and the Israelis' title deeds

Any Jew who set foot in Cyprus was subject to immediate execution. No questions asked. The law was clear and absolute, and it included stranded sailors and shipwreck survivors, cast ashore by ''the wind of the sea.''...

7. Country music star, Dolly Parton, dead at 80

You didn't have to love country music to love Dolly Parton. The country music legend who turned big hair, rhinestones, and an unmistakable voice into a global phenomenon has died at 80....

8. Tuesday brings 39°C heat with the zip-zop of afternoon mountain showers

With the heat of late August hanging around, you look outside your window and say, "Hey, hey, hey! What is going on out there?" The seasonal low pressure is sitting right on top of us, bringing out that big, bright sun to do the boop-boop-bee-bop all over the island....

9. Monday hits 39°C inland as seasonal low pressure continues to punish us all

today starts off mainly clear. Classic. But after midday, we’re getting "temporarily increased local cloud." Right. And in the mountains, they can’t even rule out isolated rain. Imagine that. You go to the mountains to escape the heat and you get drizzled on....

10. Friday hits a scorching 41°C inland as the Met Office throws up a 3-hour Yellow Alert

You thought it was hot yesterday? Man, listen to me. Mother Nature is out here disrespecting everybody today. She looked at Cyprus and said, "Turn that dial up to 41, let's see who really wants to live here."...

11. Wednesday brings a 35°C inland top as summer rain makes its final stand

Wednesday starts off sunny and pleasant across the island, but the lingering unstable air mass has one last act left. Around midday and into the afternoon, clouds will build up over the Troodos peaks and central inland areas, delivering a final wave of scattered rain showers and localized thunder....

12. Venice, without the gondolas: Summer storm floods Nicosia streets (video)

For a few hours on Monday, parts of Nicosia looked less like Europe’s sunniest capital and more like the streets of Venice — only without the gondolas, romance or tourists taking photographs....

13. Tuesday serves up a mild 34°C inland maximum, but afternoon storms and hail remain on tap

While inland temperatures are keeping well clear of the punishing 40°C mark for another day, midday cloud cover is set to bring another round of localized summer storms....

14. Monday forecast gives desk-bound workers a break from the heat, but brings afternoon hail

The post-Assumption holiday workweek kicks off with a continuation of the unstable weather pattern. If you are one of the brave few back at your desk while half the island is still extend-vacationing on the coast, at least you won't have to deal with stifling 40°C heat today....

15. How to summer like a local: 30+ unforgettable Cyprus experiences

What does the perfect Cyprus summer look like? A sunset in Pomos, an after-work swim, mahalepi by the sea, or dinner in a mountain village?...

16. How do you solve a problem like Maria? One ‘Xronia Polla’ at a time

If you have a Maria, Mary, Maroula, Panayiota, or Panayiotis in your contacts, consider this your reminder. If you have several, perhaps start sending messages now....

17. Weather: A gentler Monday arrives after the recent heat alerts

Mainly clear skies to start the week, with only temporary afternoon cloud gathering mainly over the mountains....

18. Ilio Rodoni Appointed General Manager of Hilton Nicosia

Ilio Rodoni has been appointed General Manager of Hilton Nicosia, succeeding Mr. Evros Stylianou following his recent retirement....

19. What's happening in Cyprus this week: August 5-11

Discover some of the concerts, festivals, film screenings, and family events taking place across Cyprus between August 5 and 11....

20. “Hope For Children” Together with Chevron Cyprus, Mark Another Milestone in Long-Standing Partnership

“Hope For Children” CRC Policy Center (HFC) and Chevron Cyprus have marked another milestone in their long-standing partnership with a Humankind Day volunteer activity at the Children's House in Nicosia, Republic of Cyprus. It is the latest initiative in a partnership that has supported vulnerable children since 2020....

21. Monday warm-up: Highs touch 40°C with afternoon yellow warning

Welcome to Monday, August 3rd, where the seasonal low-pressure system is still running the show and refusing to surrender its post. Right on cue, the Department of Meteorology has released Yellow Warning....

22. Surrounded by sea, yet still looking inward

It is clearly no coincidence that Cyprus' administrative capital has been located inland for so many centuries, nor is it accidental that, as the island's native inhabitants, we have historically had such a limited relationship with the sea. ...

23. More Than a Stay: Minthis Residence Experience

At Minthis, the privacy and freedom of a luxury home—complete with a private infinity pool and attentive concierge service—meet effortless access to the resort’s wellness, championship golf and dining experiences. Designed for families and friends, every stay unfolds at your own pace, offering exceptional comfort within a landscape shaped by nature. ...

24. Lidl Cyprus’ successful summer wellness roadshow, “Lidl Better Living Days,” is coming to a close in Larnaka

25. Wednesday heatwave: Yellow alert issued as inland highs hold at 40°C

While we are well clear of last week's extreme mid-40s spikes, conditions are hot enough that the Department of Meteorology has issued an official Yellow High Temperature Warning for this afternoon....

26. Hundreds of thousands flee as violent wildfires sweep western Europe

Emergency operations across France and Spain are attempting to contain severe wildfires that have forced nearly 270,000 people from their homes. ...

27. Friday relief: Hot air mass weakens as temperatures drop to 39°C

The intense hot air mass that locked over the island is officially starting to weaken today, opening the door to a much more manageable finish to the workweek....

28. “Alphamega & Bean Bar” Academy invests in the future: 14 new graduates ready to take the next step in their careers

29. Wednesday heatwave: Inland capital soars to 43°C peak

The persistent seasonal low-pressure system is delivering the hottest conditions of the week, making it a prime afternoon to stay close to the air conditioning or head straight to the water....

30. Tuesday heat surge: Inland temperatures peak at 41°C

The relentless seasonal low-pressure system is doubling down today, pushing the mercury up another notch across the island. We are in for a bright, mostly sunny day, with the only real cloud cover confined to the mountains later this afternoon....