Severe Weather Watch: Cyprus is under a yellow warning for isolated strong thunderstorms and hail from 11:00 to 18:00, with unsettled conditions expected to hit mountains, parts of the southeast and inland areas. Urban Nature & Mobility: Nicosia has completed the first 1.2 km phase of the Pedieos River/Kanlıdere rehabilitation, adding a two-way cycle lane, pedestrian paths and landscaped green space as part of a longer linear park plan. Wildlife Safety (Snake Alert): After viral footage of a snake near the coast, Paralimni–Deryneia urged calm, saying the animal is non-venomous and that people should keep distance and avoid harassment. Public Shaming Debate: A new discussion in Cyprus highlights how “digital shaming” can spiral into online public trials without quick safeguards, pushing for stronger critical thinking and better protection of human dignity. Habitat Loss & Fire Impacts: A report on “flamin’ cockatoos” warns how repeated bushfires have scorched most of their core habitat, raising questions about whether the species can recover. EU Climate Policy: Cyprus-backed EU moves to strengthen the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) aim to widen coverage and close loopholes.