Blue Flags: Cyprus has lost eight Blue Flags for 2026, with the total down to 56, after municipalities in Amathus and Limassol reportedly stopped applications following pollution reports. Public Safety: Police are stepping up patrols for the Pentecost Monday weekend, focusing on speeding and drink/drug driving as traffic volumes rise. Security: Cyprus police arrested two more Palestinians in a terrorism investigation, with suspects appearing in court as authorities say they prevented planned attacks. Health: Cyprus has protocols ready for a potential Ebola case, with officials stressing isolation and strict biosecurity for any imported risk. Economy & Finance: Moody’s reaffirmed Cyprus’s A3 credit rating with a stable outlook, citing resilience and policy credibility, while the government reported a €593.4m general government surplus in the first four months of 2026. Energy & Costs: Diesel prices fell at Cyprus pumps as crude dropped, while unleaded rose. Justice: The supreme constitutional court ordered a review in a cancer-treatment abroad case after concerns about earlier investigation errors. Money Laundering: MOKAS says it froze nearly €91m in assets over two years linked to criminal cases. Emergency Alerts: Cyprus is set to test the CY-Alert emergency warning system from June 2. Sports & Culture: Pafos FC fans celebrated the club’s cup win late into the night, and Nicosia hosts a major chamber music festival marking its 25th anniversary.