Today, ’s weather: Hot and dusty, showers expected
Fact: Monday will be sunny with episodes of dust, showers or a brief thunderstorm are expected in the mountains and possibly in the interior in the afternoon.
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Living as enclaved became an artist, ’s inspiration
Fact: Toula Liasi’s exhibition ‘Synchronising History’ in Larnaca features objects with 88 years of history that tell the story of her family and the enclaved people in Karpasia after the Turkish invasion in 1974.
Dust to linger on Sunday, with isolated rain expected later in the week
Temperatures are set to rise over the next few days, with dust expected to remain in high concentration on Sunday. On Sunday, temperatures are expected to reach 30 degrees inland, 27 on the coast, and 20 degrees in the mountains. In the evening, temperatures will fall to 17 degrees inland, 18 on the coast, and 15 degrees in the mountains. On Monday, temperatures are expected to remain the same with a chance of isolated showers. Isolated storms are also expected on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Hazardous dust persists in Cyprus with more on Holy Week, as 30s remain
A low pressure system and warm air current are causing African dust to affect the area, with high concentrations of harmful PM10 particles expected on Palm Sunday. Overcast skies will bring isolated light showers on the mountains, with light to moderate south-westerly to north-westerly winds. Temperatures will reach 30 degrees Celsius inland, 27 on the south and eastern coast, 25 on the rest of the coast, and 20 on the mountains. Cloudy conditions are expected in the evening with temperatures dropping. Holy Monday will have high clouds and isolated showers mainly on the mountains, while Holy Tuesday and Wednesday will see overcast skies and isolated showers or a storm. Temperatures will mostly remain in the low 30s for the week, with a slight drop on Holy Wednesday.
More than ten organised crime groups operating in Cyprus, Interpol says, pointing to rising period of criminality
A global investigation over the past four years points to Cyprus as a hub for criminal organizations involved in drug trafficking, smuggling tobacco products, extortion, illegal betting, and fixing football matches. The report, based on Interpol data, highlights a rise in extreme criminality in Cyprus, with recent assassinations, arson attacks, bombings, and underworld killings. Criminal organizations in Cyprus are mostly foreign and involved in crimes against property, money laundering, drug trafficking, and bribing public officials. In 2024, there were 55 arsons and bomb attacks reported in 101 days.
Today, ’s weather: Hot and hazy
Fact: Wednesday will be partly cloudy and hot with episodes of dust, with temperatures rising to 36C inland, 32C on the north and west coasts, 30C on the east and south coasts, and 29C in the higher mountains.
Hezbollah launches deepest attack into Israel since Gaza war
Hezbollah launched a drone attack on Israeli military bases near Acre, Israel, in retaliation for an Israeli attack that killed one of its fighters. Israeli airstrikes also killed two Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon. Israeli strikes have killed around 270 Hezbollah fighters and about 50 civilians, while Hezbollah’s attacks have killed around a dozen Israeli soldiers and half as many civilians, displacing tens of thousands on each side.
Aboriginal spears snatched by British in 1770 to return to Australia
Four spears taken from Australia by British explorer James Cook more than 250 years ago will be returned by Cambridge University to descendants of the indigenous Gweagal community who crafted them.
At least five migrants died during attempt to cross English Channel
At least five migrants died in a failed attempt to cross the English Channel near Wimereux. French coast guard confirmed the incident, with several ‘lifeless bodies’ found. The Channel is known for strong currents, making the crossing dangerous, especially on overloaded dinghies used by people smugglers.
Sunak says nothing will stop Rwanda policy, migrants die in channel
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is determined to send asylum seekers to Rwanda as a deterrent for migrants arriving in small boats. The UK government has been trying to deport migrants to stop the flow, arguing that the crossings are risky and benefit criminal gangs. Critics believe sending asylum seekers to Rwanda is inhumane and raises concerns about human rights. Sunak’s new law limits individuals’ appeal options and overrides previous court rulings. The first flights to Rwanda are expected to take off in 10 to 12 weeks, despite opposition from charities, rights groups, and unions.