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1. Historic Italian island faces Sotheby's auction unbeknownst to local residents

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/historic-italian-island-faces-sotheby-s-auction-unbeknownst-to-local-residents

Local residents of Bacoli, near Naples, were left stunned and disheartened when it was announced that the historic Punta Pennata island is being auctioned off by Sotheby’s. ...

2. Greek Navy’s new frigates: A tribute to heroes from ancient history

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-navy-s-new-frigates-a-tribute-to-heroes-from-ancient-history

The Greek Navy’s ambitious construction program for its 3+1 state-of-the-art Belharra frigates is well underway in Lorient, France. These advanced naval assets are set to significantly enhance the Greek Navy's operational capabilities, extending its reach far beyond the Aegean Sea....

3. A fresh analysis of the Moon’s history has unveiled intriguing new clues about its age

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-fresh-analysis-of-the-moon-s-history-has-unveiled-intriguing-new-clues-about-its-age

While we have long known that the Moon was formed by a massive collision with Earth around 4.5 billion years ago, a new study reveals that a major event of remelting around 4.35 billion years ago has been hiding the true age of the Moon....

4. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: A Divine Confluence of Faith and Modernity

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/maha-kumbh-mela-2025-a-divine-confluence-of-faith-and-modernity

The Maha Kumbh Mela is not merely an event; it is a spiritual phenomenon deeply rooted in India's religious and cultural consciousness....

5. Unveiling the face of Saint Nicholas (pictures)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unveiling-the-face-of-saint-nicholas

Saint Nicholas of Myra, the 4th-century bishop whose acts of kindness inspired the legend of Santa Claus, has been brought back to life—virtually....

6. Greece returns 1,055 artifacts to Turkey

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-returns-1-055-artifacts-to-turkey

In a remarkable gesture of cooperation and respect for shared cultural heritage, Greece has returned 1,055 ancient coins to Turkey. This marks the first time the two countries have engaged in such a cultural repatriation, highlighting the growing importance of collaboration in preserving history....

7. A sarcophagus in Antalya may hold the remains of Santa Claus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-sarcophagus-in-antalya-may-hold-the-remains-of-santa-claus

Archaeologists working at the St. Nicholas Church in Demre, Antalya, Türkiye, have uncovered a sarcophagus that may provide new insights into the final resting place of St. Nicholas, the historical figure behind the legend of Santa Claus....

8. Cyprus reclaims rare antiquities from the US

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reclaims-rare-antiquities-from-the-us

Cyprus celebrated the return of 266 valuable antiquities on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in cultural repatriation....

9. Rare bird reappears after more than a century

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/rare-bird-reappears-after-more-than-a-century

A rare bird species has been confirmed to be breeding in Herefordshire for the first time in over 140 years....

10. Cypriot antiquities return home from the UK

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-antiquities-return-home-from-the-uk

In a heartwarming and significant step for Cyprus, a collection of ancient Cypriot antiquities has been successfully repatriated from the United Kingdom....

11. Ancient Cypriot artefacts return home after decades abroad

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-cypriot-artefacts-return-home-after-decades-abroad

In a significant cultural milestone, 69 ancient Cypriot artefacts were officially handed over to Cypriot authorities in Vienna, Austria, on Saturday, paving the way for their repatriation. ...

12. Octo Microbrewery: Exploring the world of beer through Octopus Beers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/octo-microbrewery-exploring-the-world-of-beer-through-octopus-beers

Octo Microbrewery showcased its Octopus beers yesterday at an exclusive tasting event held on November 27 at Elysian Kitchen Bar in Nicosia....

13. Ancient maritime trade between Cyprus and Palestine unearthed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-maritime-trade-between-cyprus-and-palestine-unearthed

In the summer of 2024, an excavation led by New York University at Maniki Harbour, near Agios Georgios Pegeias in Paphos, uncovered significant evidence of maritime trade connections between Cyprus and South Palestine in the 6th century AD...

14. Sip, swirl, and savor the essence of Cyprus' most ancient grape variety

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/sip-swirl-and-savor-the-essence-of-cyprus-most-ancient-grape-variety

If you love wine or just enjoy a good story, you won’t want to miss the celebration of Cyprus’ prized Maratheftiko grape happening in Paphos on November 28th....

15. Indian whisky steps up: A new contender on the global stage

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/indian-whisky-steps-up-a-new-contender-on-the-global-stage

India is shaking up the whisky world, blending centuries-old traditions with modern-day distilling to create whiskies that are finally getting noticed globally....

16. How Mexico’s Día de Muertos celebrates life beyond death

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/how-mexico-s-dia-de-muertos-celebrates-life-beyond-death

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is an ancient Mexican tradition that bridges the gap between life and death. ...

17. Archaeologists unearth rare medieval findings at Panagia Karmiotissa

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/archaeologists-unearth-rare-medieval-findings-at-panagia-karmiotissa

Archaeologists in Cyprus have unveiled a significant array of medieval findings at the Panagia Karmiotissa site, marking a discovery of rare scale and importance, according to the Cyprus Department of Antiquities. ...

18. Spanish scientists uncover potential source of Atlantis legend

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/spanish-scientists-uncover-potential-source-of-atlantis-legend

A team of Spanish scientists may have uncovered the origin of the legendary lost city of Atlantis. ...

19. US Ambassador celebrates new digital platform for Cypriot youth

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-ambassador-celebrates-new-digital-platform-for-cypriot-youth

The U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus has voiced strong support for a newly launched digital platform, Cyprus Digital Heritage, aimed at bringing young people closer to the island's rich history and cultural legacy. ...

20. A must-see artistic event in Cyprus!

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kapopoulos

Kapopoulos Auction House will present a live auction of Artworks at the Ajax Hotel in Limassol on Wednesday, November 6 at 7:30 p.m....

21. Pyramid climbing dog thrills social media users

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pyramid-climbing-dog-thrills-social-media-users

A dog that climbed a pyramid in Egypt has become a viral sensation on social media....

22. Merchants of cheap patriotism: Empty words, no solutions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/merchants-of-cheap-patriotism-empty-words-no-solutions

Throughout the history of the Cyprus issue, particularly after the Turkish invasion of 1974, ultra-patriotic rhetoric has emerged from time to time, revealing a lack of understanding about what truly happened in Cyprus in 1974. ...

23. 2,000-year-old skeletons found beneath Petra’s Treasury

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2-000-year-old-skeletons-found-beneath-petra-s-treasury

Archaeologists have uncovered a significant discovery beneath Petra's famed Treasury in Jordan, revealing a tomb with at least 12 human skeletons and artifacts dating back more than 2,000 years. ...

24. Night at the museum, Cyprus edition!

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/night-at-the-museum-cyprus-edition

Imagine wandering through centuries of history while sipping cocktails (well maybe not exactly next to artifacts) and enjoying techno beats. ...

25. Greek Cypriot dialect preserves Ancient Greek roots

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-cypriot-dialect-preserves-ancient-greek-roots

Greek and Greek Cypriot dialects have distinct characteristics that have developed over millennia. ...

26. Here's your chance to become a gondolier earning up to €150,000

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/here-s-your-chance-to-become-a-gondolier-earning-up-to-€150-000

Picture this: gliding through Venice’s canals, steering a sleek black gondola beneath ancient bridges, serenading tourists as the city’s history unfolds around you....

27. 19th-century message in a bottle found in France

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/19th-century-message-in-a-bottle-found-in-france

A group of volunteers excavating an ancient Gaulish site in Normandy, France, made a surprising discovery—a message in a bottle from 1825. The message was written by P.J. Féret,...

28. Ancient Cypriot settlement reveals child burial and early metallurgy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-cypriot-settlement-reveals-child-burial-and-early-metallurgy

Excavations at the ancient Chalcolithic settlement of Chlorakas-Palloures in Cyprus have unveiled remarkable insights into life on the island 5,000 years ago,...

29. Greece tightens bank statement rules for schengen visa

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-tightens-bank-statement-rules-for-schengen-visa

Travelers planning to visit Greece need a Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen Area. ...

30. New findings reveal life on Cyprus’ northwest coast 4,000 years ago

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-findings-reveal-life-on-cyprus-northwest-coast-4-000-years-ago

More information has been revealed about the Chalcolithic period and the Bronze Age on the island’s northwest coast during excavations at the Makounta-Voules Archaeological project in the Paphos district....

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