The battle for the presidency of the EDEK party has officially begun, with Koullis Mavronikolas announcing his candidacy. Hannidis and Sofia are also expected to enter the race, setting the stage for a significant internal party contest.

Politis: The battle for the EDEK presidency opens: Koullis Mavronikolas officially a…

The race for the leadership of the EDEK party has officially begun with Koullis Mavronikolas announcing his candidacy, with Hannidis and Sofia expected to follow.

Authorities have made two arrests, including a 28-year-old, in connection with a fire that threatened a forest in Kornos. The investigation highlights the dangers of arson, potentially involving fireworks.

Philenews: Arson in Korno: How the forest was threatened by fireworks - 'Fifty people in…

An investigation into an arson incident in Korno where fireworks threatened a forest, highlighting the danger and the actions of a couple who helped save the area.

Sigmalive: Two arrests for the fire in Kornos - 28-year-old taken into custody

Authorities have made two arrests in connection with a fire in Kornos, with a 28-year-old woman being taken into custody. This indicates ongoing investigations into the incident.

The Bank of Cyprus has announced a significant first-half profit after tax of €252 million, marking a 7% year-on-year increase. The bank also confirmed that it has raised its dividend.

Cyprus Mail: Bank of Cyprus Posts €252 Million First-Half Profit, Raises Dividend

The Bank of Cyprus announced a first-half profit after tax of €252 million, representing a 7% year-on-year increase, and has also raised its dividend.

The father of a 3-year-old child has made his first public statements, expressing his sole desire in a case that appears to be a significant local event.

Sigmalive: First statements of the father of the 3-year-old: 'This is all I want...'

The father of a 3-year-old has made his first public statements, expressing his sole desire. The story is presented as a significant local event.

President Nikos Christodoulides discussed the critical month of August concerning the Cyprus issue and the impending government reshuffle, which is causing internal turmoil and questions surrounding the departure of Rouna. The UN's next goal for the Cyprus issue is to record convergences, following discussions at the National Council regarding UN Secretary-General António Guterres' visit.

Philenews: The crucial August for the Cyprus issue, the upcoming reshuffle, the…

President Christodoulides discussed the critical month of August concerning the Cyprus issue, the impending government reshuffle, key governmental objectives, and the upcoming 2028 presidential elections.

Politis: Cyprus issue: Recording convergences the next UN objective - What was said at…

The United Nations' next goal for the Cyprus issue is to record convergences, and discussions at the National Council addressed UN Secretary-General Guterres' visit.

Cyprus is currently on the frontline of extreme heat, with warnings issued by the World Health Organization. Information is being shared regarding the potential dangers of using fans during such conditions.

Philenews: Cyprus on the frontline of extreme heat - WHO warnings - why fans can be…

Cyprus is experiencing extreme heat, with warnings from the WHO and information about the potential dangers of using fans during such conditions.

An investigation is underway into a scam involving the import of used cars from England to Cyprus, possibly routed through Bulgaria, with some vehicles reportedly costing as little as a bicycle.

Politis: Cars costing as much as a bicycle: From England to Cyprus via Bulgaria - The…

This story investigates a scam involving the import of used cars from England to Cyprus, possibly routed through Bulgaria, with vehicles costing as little as a bicycle.

August is anticipated to be a busy month for discussions concerning the pension system, with a scheduled meeting between ministers Moutsouttas and Keravnos, alongside two meetings of the Labor Advisory Body.

Politis: 'Hot' August for the pension system - Meeting between Moutsouttas and Keravnos…

August is expected to be a busy month for pension system discussions, with a meeting between ministers Moutsouttas and Keravnos scheduled, along with two meetings of the Labor Advisory Body.

A historical account reveals the absence of formal burial protocols during the July 1974 bombing at Nicosia's Athalassa hospital, leading to makeshift burials for the deceased.

Cyprus Mail: No Formal Burial Protocols at 1974 Nicosia Bombing Site

A historical account details the lack of formal burial protocols during the July 1974 bombing at Nicosia's Athalassa hospital, where makeshift burials took place for the deceased.

The investigation by the National Guard General Staff (GEFF) into the fire at the Kalou Choriou firing range is being conducted under certain restrictions.

Politis: Restrictions on GEFF investigation into the fire at Kalou Choriou firing range.

The investigation by the National Guard General Staff (GEFF) into the fire at the Kalou Choriou firing range is being conducted under restrictions.

A fire broke out in an apartment in Kapparis, potentially caused by cigarettes in a flower pot. A neighbor was transported to the hospital following the incident.

Politis: Fire in Kapparis apartment: Possibility of cigarettes in a pot not ruled out…

A fire broke out in an apartment in Kapparis, with the possibility that it was caused by cigarettes in a flower pot. A neighbor was taken to the hospital.