Heat & wildfire risk: Cyprus is bracing for another scorcher, with inland highs around 39C and continued yellow warnings, as Europe’s heat fuels major fire danger (including a major Fontainebleau blaze near Paris). Waste & recycling policy: Parliament is set to vote on a municipal waste-to-landfill tax—€10 per tonne rising to €70—aimed at cutting landfill use, but parties warn it could push costs onto households before recycling systems improve. Recovery funding for greener transition: The EU has approved Cyprus’ next €120m Recovery and Resilience payment, including upgrades to planning/building permits and expanded renewable energy and smart-grid testing. Housing affordability pressure: A new analysis argues planning and permitting delays can add about €60,000 to a new apartment’s price, with homebuyers paying the bill. Construction sector strain: Employers’ groups condemn illegal practices and flag serious staff shortages that are already disrupting projects. Limassol tourism & jobs support: Limassol’s tourism slump is being cushioned by conferences and business travel, while Anad has paid €11.7m to Limassol businesses for training and employment schemes. Biodiversity & climate awareness: A reminder of bats’ ecosystem role lands as Europe’s climate stress grows. Regional environment spillover: Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic has dropped sharply amid attacks, with a Cyprus-flagged vessel incident highlighting how conflict can disrupt maritime routes and livelihoods.