☂️Weather reset: sudden shift to colder conditions
- Morning mostly clear, a few clouds in the west.
- Isolated showers develop in the west and spread islandwide; highest Troodos peaks may see sleet or light snow.
- Winds 3–4 Beaufort early, rising to about 6 on southeastern coasts by afternoon.
- Day highs: ~20°C inland and east coasts, ~19°C elsewhere, mountains ~7°C.
- Tonight: local showers, isolated thunder; seas rough to very rough north and west.
- Relatively cold northerly flow Thursday–at least Friday; below‑normal temps, light mountain snow through Saturday, slight recovery Saturday. Keep heaters and warm layers ready.
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💦Polis Chrysochous farmers voice "cry of despair" over water
Meeting with Agriculture DG Andreas Grigoriou and local bodies reviewed water shortages. TAU to plan studies for replacement, upgrade and expansion of infrastructure; replacement of Chrysochous irrigation network under study, state works subject to legal procedures and annual budget. Feasibility study to assess extension of Pomos and Argaka dams and enlargement of Yalia reservoir; new Yalia dam not favored, boosting existing reservoir capacity considered. Chrysochous scheme has four boreholes; more wells under evaluation. Water policy review favors a permanent desalination unit for Polis, likely at Latsi; final report due 2026. Mayor Giotis Papachristofi urged swift repairs, retention works, borehole use and fast desalination.
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🤑Joker: Winning numbers for €2,300,000
Draw held Tuesday 24/02/2026. At least €2,300,000 will be shared by the 1st-category winners in tonight's draw. Winning numbers: 30, 26, 4, 43, 15. Joker: 9. Players holding matching 1st-category combinations will split the jackpot. Check tickets at authorized retailers or lottery offices. Remember to sign your ticket and claim prizes within the legal deadline; large prizes require presentation of ID and tax documents at designated offices. Results published immediately after the draw. Winners of significant amounts should consult a legal or tax advisor.
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🥹Cats don’t care about their owners - scientists have found out that cats, unlike dogs, do not form any emotional attachments to people.
In a stressful situation, cats do not seek protection in humans, but rely only on themselves. Miaowing after the owner leaves is more often associated with boredom or irritation, rather than with the anxiety of separation.

Even if the cat sleeps next to you, from the point of view of psychology it remains an independent predator - fluffy next to you only because of food, and will easily leave you if necessary.

In the tests, cats behaved equally next to the owner and the stranger: the level of anxiety and confidence did not change.
We knew it!😭🥺
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📝Cyprus MPs Meet Freed Ukrainian Prisoners
Cypriot MPs met a Ukrainian delegation of former POWs on Tuesday, reaffirming Nicosia’s support for Ukraine’s independence and territorial integrity.
Meeting chaired by Harris Georgiades with committee member Averof Neophytou.
Delegation included ex-Kherson mayor Volodymyr Mykolaienko, journalist Dmytro Khilyuk and Yulia Pavliuk of the POW coordination centre.
Visit coincides with events marking the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
Delegates briefed MPs on POW developments, obstacles in obtaining reliable information, and recounted captivity experiences.
They warned of harsh conditions for civilians in Kherson and other frontline cities.
Georgiades linked Cyprus’ stance to respect for international law and its own occupation experience, urged humanitarian progress and united European support.
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🎤Iliana Tofa: Worst reservoir inflows since 1901
— Water Development Department director: first-quarter inflows of hydrological year were the worst since 1901.
— Recent rains fell mainly in mountain catchments and on coasts; many basins do not feed reservoirs, so reservoirs saw little benefit.
— Admits understaffing of dam services; expert engineers contracted as external inspectors.
— Authorities considering steep surcharges for wasteful consumption, proposals include €10 per m³ above certain use.
— Local networks’ maintenance is responsibility of District Local Authorities; Cabinet approved €300,000 to speed leak response.
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🐄Farmers racing to contain foot‑and‑mouth outbreak
Aradippou sheep unit found infected; farmers say site not sealed and nearby farms not sampled. Producers report round‑the‑clock spraying of vehicles and milk tanks, installation of automatic disinfectors, shortages of medicines and chaos in organizing response. Municipality held emergency session; ordered wheel‑baths, disinfection tanks and water supply for vehicle sanitation, closed farm entrances to protect other units. Farmers warn of heavy economic impact across the supply chain. Mental‑health support offered to affected producers.
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🫏 Did a Donkey Try to Fly Out of Paphos? Runaway Animal Near the Airport Startles Drivers in Geroskipou
On Tuesday afternoon, drivers at the Geroskipou roundabout were surprised to see not just cars — but a donkey confidently walking toward Paphos Airport. The animal appeared on the road around 2:00pm and calmly moved along the carriageway, ignoring traffic lights and passing vehicles.

Some cars slowed down. A woman from a white vehicle stepped out, apparently trying to stop the four-legged “traveller” — likely its owner. But the donkey seemed to have its own plans — perhaps heading for a “no-luggage flight.”

Fortunately, no accidents were reported. Still, the incident is a reminder: animals suddenly appearing on busy roads can easily cause collisions. Drivers are urged to stay alert, especially near semi-rural areas. Today a donkey — tomorrow who knows?
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🚨 ROAD REPORT CY

🤑Cyprus inflation halves to 1.2% in January
- Cyprus annual inflation 1.2% in Jan 2026, down from 2.9% a year earlier; ranks fifth-lowest in EU.
- Euro area inflation 1.7% in Jan, down from 2.0% in Dec 2025 and 2.5% in Jan 2025; EU average 2.0%.
- Lowest EU rates: France 0.4%, Denmark 0.6%, Finland and Italy 1.0%. Highest: Romania 8.5%, Slovakia 4.3%, Estonia 3.8%.
- Month-on-month: inflation fell in 23 members, stable in 1, rose in 3.
- Euro-area drivers: services +1.45pp, food/alcohol/tobacco +0.51pp, non-energy goods +0.09pp, energy -0.39pp.
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📄U.S.–Europe: A loveless marriage
Munich: U.S.-Europe ties called a marriage of convenience. Rubio sent to soothe; message unchanged: Europe must adapt or pay. Washington presses Kyiv for concessions; Zelensky meets Europeans without Americans and calls U.S. stance unfair. Iran talks show "good progress" but live-fire drills and Russia–China naval moves raise tensions; U.S. readies options. ICE withdraws agents from Minneapolis; DHS talks stalled. Major AI firm plans $20M PAC; U.S. strikes on drug-smuggling boats draw criticism.
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🐄🐮Foot-and-mouth: Vaccinations start in Aradippou cattle
Vaccination of cattle against foot-and-mouth disease began in Aradippou; aim to protect animals and curb spread; farmers informed. Meat consumption to continue; vaccinated animals will not be culled; only 260 already declared positive cows will be slaughtered. Veterinary Services say Oroklini unit lies beyond the 3 km zone from the ceasefire line and was inspected twice (22 and 30 December); 130 on-site checks and 3,799 samples taken overall. First 10,000 vaccine doses delivered from occupied areas; 10,000 more due. TAΕ Larnaca inquiry continues; 11 holdings affected; dozens of depositions and lab tests ongoing.
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🚨Missing 17-year-old in Nicosia — Have you seen her?
AYŞE REDZEP AHMED, 17, Bulgarian national, reported missing from her residence in Nicosia since 12/02/2026. Described as about 1.60 m tall. Last seen wearing a black tracksuit and a grey jacket. Family and police ask the public for any information. If you saw her or know anything that could help, contact Nicosia CID (TAE) at 22‑802222, the Citizen Line at 1460, or your nearest police station. Even small tips may be important.
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