Invasive species in focus (Cyprus): Cyprus is turning invasive lionfish into a practical “adaptation” food source as Mediterranean seas warm and new non-native species spread faster, with researchers and local fishers working to monitor and reduce impacts on marine life. Sewage and coastal pollution (Moni/Limassol): At Moni, sewage is reportedly overflowing into the sea while authorities plan a desalinated sewage-linked solution for Limassol, raising fresh alarms about water quality, tourism harm, and system strain during peak holiday demand. Marine pollution debate (Limassol): A new spotlight on whether Limassol’s seawater is clean points to multiple suspected sources, from offshore tanker activity to seafront construction and marina impacts. Weather and fire risk (Cyprus): With Cyprus breaking the 40°C streak, forecasts still warn of unstable conditions—isolated storms and hail possible—while heat and drought elsewhere underline the need for strict wildfire prevention. Energy reliability (Cyprus): The grid operator says no power cuts are expected as demand eases, though ageing conventional units face withdrawal under EU environmental rules after 2029. Local environment governance (Cyprus/abroad): A separate story highlights how communities can push back on land-use decisions—an echo of the kind of public scrutiny Cyprus will likely face as development and infrastructure expand.