🚨 Bus Plunges Six Meters on Northern Part of the Island: Dramatic Crash Shocks Witnesses
A serious road accident occurred on February 13 on the Famagusta–Nicosia highway near the “Halkbank” roundabout. According to preliminary reports, at around 14:20 the driver of a passenger bus lost control of the vehicle. The bus struck the central divider, crossed the roundabout, crashed into a stone wall, and then plunged into a ravine approximately six meters deep.

The impact was severe, leaving the bus resting upright at the bottom. A 58-year-old driver and a 20-year-old passenger were injured and rushed to hospital. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the crash.
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⚠️ Yellow Weather Alert in Effect Across Cyprus Until Saturday Morning
Adverse weather conditions continue to affect the island, with a yellow warning remaining in place until Saturday morning. Meteorologists forecast persistent rainfall, with possible thunderstorms, strong wind gusts, and even hail in some areas.

The west of the island is expected to face the most severe conditions, where more than 55 mm of rain could fall within 24 hours — nearly equivalent to a full month’s average. Localized flooding is possible, while reduced visibility and water accumulation on roads may create hazardous driving conditions.
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🔊Cyprus Moves Toward Legalizing Phone Surveillance to Tackle Organized Crime
The Cypriot government has approved a draft bill that would allow authorities to intercept phone communications as part of efforts to combat organized crime. The measure is designed to equip law enforcement with stronger investigative tools against criminal networks.

Officials say the system will operate under strict legal safeguards, but if adopted, it will give police the authority to monitor communications linked to serious offences. President Nikos Christodoulides reportedly oversaw the initiative ahead of the Cabinet meeting.

The proposal is now being submitted to Parliament. If lawmakers approve it, security services will gain expanded powers in the fight against criminal groups.
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🎭Carnival from the Very First Years: A Tradition Passed from Generation to Generation
In Cyprus, love for Carnival begins almost from infancy. Many adults remember how their parents dressed them up in colorful costumes and took them to festive parades. For the island, this is not just entertainment — it is a living part of cultural heritage and family memory.

The roots of the Cypriot Carnival trace back to the Byzantine era, while its modern form took shape in the early 20th century, especially in Limassol. Traditions of masquerades, satire, and street celebrations date even further back to the periods of Frankish and Venetian rule.

Today, Carnival remains a symbol of unity between generations — a celebration of freedom, creativity, and joy that parents proudly pass on to their children.

❤️ Happy Carnival to everyone!
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