Heat & Public Health: Cyprus Health Ministry urges residents to follow heat-wave alerts, avoid sun and strenuous activity, and take extra care for older adults, children and infants, with warnings on food safety. Mosquito Control: Larnaca’s mosquito complaints are linked to recent rainfall and rising temperatures; officials say the sterile-male mosquito sterilisation programme remains effective. Snake Awareness: World Snake Day spotlights Cyprus’ protected native snakes and stresses they play a key role in controlling rodents, discouraging unnecessary killing. Aviation Fuel Watch: Energy Minister says Cyprus has no current aviation fuel shortage but is monitoring the situation as global jet-fuel stocks tighten amid Hormuz disruption. Maritime Disruption: Cyprus shipping officials describe the Strait of Hormuz crisis as “crisis mode” for global routes, crew welfare and security. School Safety: Education Minister responds to Audit Office findings on fire safety and health gaps, saying inspections and compliance timetables are being strengthened. Tourism Regulation: Cyprus Tourist Association calls for tougher regulation of Airbnb-style rentals after Audit Office concerns about licensing checks and visitor safety. Bathing Water Quality: Geroskipou Blue Flag beaches receive “excellent” sea-water ratings after lab testing. Local Health Incident: An off-duty officer allegedly drunk caused a three-car crash outside Nicosia General Hospital; breathalyser readings exceeded the legal limit and criminal plus disciplinary cases are underway. Violence Update: Limassol attempted murder victim has regained consciousness and remains in intensive care in stable condition. Public Safety Crime: Texas Kroger shootings (Houston area) leave multiple people injured; authorities cite domestic dispute links and ongoing investigations. Legal Case (Paphos hotel fall): British father in custody after a child’s fatal hotel window fall asks to be released to explain the tragedy to his daughter. Invasive Species: Lionfish consumption is promoted as a way to help curb the invasive species in Cypriot waters. Research: Cyprus Institute researchers contribute to a Nature study linking intensifying dust episodes to climate-driven air-quality and health risks.