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1. Whistleblower exposes Thessaloniki art gallery forgery scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/whistleblower-exposes-thessaloniki-art-gallery-forgery-scandal

Wednesday’s raid on a Thessaloniki art gallery that is believed to have been trading in forgeries was prompted by a tipoff from a whistleblower who testified to the police’s Cultural Heritage and Antiquities Department on November 19, Kathimerini has learned....

2. Nicosia aims to become tourism and investment hub

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-aims-to-become-tourism-and-investment-hub

Nicosia’s aspirations to become a vibrant hub for tourism and investment were showcased at the Annual General Meeting of the Nicosia Region Tourism Development and Promotion Company (LTO), held yesterday at the Old Town Hall....

3. Deal to return Parthenon Sculptures to Greece may be near

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deal-to-return-parthenon-sculptures-to-greece-may-be-near

A deal to return the Parthenon Sculptures, also known as the Elgin Marbles, to Greece might be closer than ever, according to a former Greek government adviser, Professor Irene Stamatoudi....

4. 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....

5. 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. ...

6. 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. ...

7. DA24 and Cocktail Festival: A ''Night at the Museum'' experience

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/da24-and-cocktail-festival-a-night-at-the-museum-experience

The organizing committee of the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit (DA24) and the Cyprus Cocktail Festival announced that the Cyprus Archaeological Museum will remain open until 9 PM on Wednesday, October 9......

8. 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,...

9. Choirokoitia archaeological site in urgent need of modernization

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/choirokoitia-archaeological-site-in-urgent-need-of-modernization

For many years, even before independence, Cyprus Tourism and the relevant authorities have relied heavily on the "sun and sea" model, which has significantly influenced how......

10. 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....

11. Larnaca Castle concert to offer musical magic with Vakia Stavrou

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-castle-concert-to-offer-musical-magic-with-vakia-stavrou

The Department of Antiquities and the State Ministry of Culture will host a concert titled "By the Glow of the Moon" at Larnaca Castle on August 22, 2024. ...

12. Cyprus reclaims 37 relics from Germany after 60 Years

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reclaims-37-relics-from-germany-after-60-years

The repatriation of 37 Cypriot antiquities on 26 July 2024 from Stuttgart, Germany was announced by the Department of Antiquities, of the Deputy Ministry of Culture....

13. Historic Artemis statue found at Kourion site

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/historic-artemis-statue-found-at-kourion-site

A marble statue of Apollo’s twin sister Artemis dated to the fourth century CE was found during the 2024 final excavation season of the Kourion Urban Space Project....

14. Athens shuts down archaeological sites due to extreme heat

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-shuts-down-archaeological-sites-due-to-extreme-heat

All archaeological sites in Athens will be closed from noon to 5 p.m. due to forecasted high temperatures, the Culture Ministry announced....

15. Greek Police reopen mafia case files after engineer's execution in Athens

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-police-reopen-mafia-cases-after-engineer-s-execution-in-athens

In the wake of last week’s brutal execution of 54-year-old engineer Panagiotis Stathis who was gunned down outside his Athens office in Psychiko, ...

16. Bronze age relics unearthed at Erimi-Pitharka, Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bronze-age-relics-unearthed-at-erimi-pitharka-limassol

The Erimi-Pitharka archaeological site, in Limassol district, dates to the Late Bronze Age, in accordance with previous findings, a press release issued by the Department of Antiquities of the Deputy Ministry of Culture says....

17. US pushes for equal religious access across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-pushes-for-equal-religious-access-across-cyprus

Representatives of the U.S. Embassy met with officials from the Ministries of Interior, Foreign Affairs, and Justice of the Republic of Cyprus to discuss religious......

18. Enigmatic 4,000-year-old building found on Crete

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/enigmatic-4-000-year-old-building-found-on-crete

A big, round, 4,000-year-old stone building discovered on a Cretan hilltop is puzzling archaeologists and threatening to disrupt a major airport project on the Greek tourist island....

19. The conclusion of Aydin Dikmen's artifact saga

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-conclusion-of-aydin-dikmen-s-artifact-saga

The case involving Aydin Dikmen, the Turkish antiquities thief, reached its conclusion on Tuesday, June 6th, as the Munich Court of Appeal ruled on the return of remaining artifacts:...

20. 60 Cyprus relics to be repatriated from Germany

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/60-cyprus-relics-to-be-repatriated-from-germany

The long-running case involving Turkish antiquities smuggler Aydin Dikmen reached its conclusion Tuesday with an agreement signed for the repatriation of 24 ecclesiastical relics and 36 prehistoric and other antiquities to Cyprus by June 20....

21. Archaeologists discover key features of historic Cypriot city

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/archaeologists-discover-key-features-of-historic-cypriot-city

Exciting new discoveries about the ancient city of Nea Paphos have come to light thanks to a joint excavation by teams from the Universities of Warsaw and Krakow, working with the Cyprus Department of Antiquities. ...

22. Ancient Greek attire group slips past Acropolis guards

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-greek-attire-group-slips-past-acropolis-guards

The Culture Ministry stated that it had no affiliation with and did not authorize the presence of a group of individuals dressed in Ancient Greek attires at the Acropolis, the main archaeological site in the Greek capital, on Saturday. ...

23. Cyprus stirs controversy with Sweden in heritage pact

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-stirs-controversy-with-sweden-in-heritage-pact

In a historic move, the Technological University of Cyprus (TEPAK) and Sweden's State Museums, represented by Ann Follin from Medelhavsmuseet, have formally inked a Collaboration Agreement....

24. 5,000-year-old wine discovered in Queen's resting place

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/5-000-year-old-wine-discovered-in-queen-s-resting-place

Sealed jars of wine from 5,000 years ago have been uncovered amongst the grave goods found in an Egyptian Queen’s tomb....

25. Government to expand workforce in 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-to-expand-workforce-in-2024

In the 2024 budget, authorities anticipate total general government revenue of €13.2 billion and expenditures of €11.8 billion, resulting in a fiscal surplus of €659 million, equal to 2.2% of GDP. ...

26. Ancient mysteries unearthed on Cyprus' northern coastline

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-mysteries-unearthed-on-cyprus-northern-coastline

In the vicinity of the occupied village of Davlos, specifically at the location of Vikli (Galounia), an astonishing geological formation has captivated attention. This formation comprises a sequence of alternating layers of clay, marl, sandstone, limestone, and other rocks....

27. Nicosia gears up for Quantum Nicosia Marathon 2023

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-gears-up-for-quantum-nicosia-marathon-2023

On Sunday, December 10, 2023, Nicosia will host the eagerly awaited "Quantum Nicosia Marathon 2023," featuring various race categories, including the Marathon, Half Marathon, 7.7 Miles (12,400m), and 5km races (individual and corporate). ...

28. High-tech water system discovered in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-tech-water-system-discovered-in-cyprus

A complex water drainage system was brought to light by the archaeologists at the site of Dromolaxia-Vyzakia, Larnaca district. The discovery offers important insights into the organisation of Late Bronze Age urban centres in Cyprus. ...

29. NYU expedition uncovers remarkable archaeological finds on Geronisos Island

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nyu-expedition-uncovers-remarkable-archaeological-finds-on-geronisos-island

The Department of Antiquities announced on Wednesday the impressive findings brought to light by the New York University archaeological dig on Geronisos Island, in the area of Agios Georgios of Pegeia. ...

30. Ηead & Hand: Akamantis by artist Kyriaki Costa

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-iead-hand-akamantis-by-artist-kyriaki-costa
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