Knews, Kathimerini Cyprus English Edition

Cyprus requires all organizations to accept digital documents via ''Digital Citizen'' app

All organizations in Cyprus are required to accept official documents presented through the government’s “Digital Citizen” mobile application during in-person interactions with the public....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Laouris says blocking budget could justify leaving public workers unpaid

A candidate associated with the Direct Democracy movement says he would be prepared to block the government’s budget if he believed a critical issue was at stake, even if that meant state employees temporarily going without pay....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

War’s ripple effect reaches Cyprus tourism

A negative climate is developing in Cyprus’s tourism sector during the spring season as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East begins to affect the country. Early signs show a slowdown in bookings and an increase in cancellations....

18/03/2026 | BUSINESS

Municipality under fire after attempt to permanently hire seasonal workers, including relatives

The majority of the Polis Chrysochous municipal council is facing mounting pressure from the Interior Ministry, and potentially the courts, following allegations that officials attempted to quietly secure permanent positions for 17 seasonal workers through questionable procedures....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Government dismisses rumors of cuts in blind allowance

Cyprus authorities on Wednesday moved to reassure the public that financial support for blind individuals has not been suspended, pushing back against what they described as misleading information circulating in recent days....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Eurolife is officially a Great Place to Work!

An important distinction that reflects Eurolife’s ongoing effort and commitment to creating a modern and supportive working environment that meets the needs of its people....

18/03/2026 | BUSINESS

New Bean Bar opens in Alphamega Hypermarket Mandria

Bean Bar has opened a new pop-up store within the Alphamega Hypermarket of Mandria in Paphos, vigorously continuing its strategic expansion plan. This marks the brand’s 22nd store and the second in Paphos district, following the opening of a pop-up store at the American University of Beirut....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Lidl and UEFA launch unique strategic partnership

Lidl becomes a UEFA Take Care Nutrition and Grassroots Partner and, through this partnership, creates societal value through the connection of sport and conscious nutrition....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Swarovski Presents Second Capsule Collection with Ariana Grande

Swarovski unveils its second creative collaboration with pop icon and Global Brand Ambassador Ariana Grande....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Addressing Gender Inequalities in STEM and Entrepreneurship

As the world once again marked International Women’s Day this year, it highlighted the continued need for equal opportunities and meaningful representation of women across all areas of social and economic life....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus Minister highlights police reforms as two officers face investigation

Cyprus is stepping up efforts to clean up its police force, Justice and Public Order Minister Costas Fytiris said Thursday, following the arrest of two officers over off-duty assaults....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

UAE offers flexibility to expats on tax residency amid Iran conflict

The United Arab Emirates is signaling a softer approach for expats worried about losing their tax residency, as the Iran conflict continues to disrupt travel and business in the Gulf....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus sees drop in asylum applications in December 2025

Cyprus recorded 130 first-time asylum applications in December 2025, down from 165 in November, according to new figures from the European Statistics Office (Eurostat). Repeat applications also fell slightly, to 95, compared with 105 the previous month....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Cypriot banks see profits tumble in 2025

Cypriot banks saw their profits shrink in 2025 compared with the previous year, largely due to a smaller contribution from net interest income....

18/03/2026 | BUSINESS

Driver plows into parked cars during late-night Limassol crash

A 56-year-old man was arrested late Tuesday night in Limassol after allegedly driving drunk and crashing into a series of parked vehicles, in an incident police say could easily have ended far worse....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

EU turns down Trump’s request for help in Hormuz as cracks show over Ukraine

The European Union has effectively rejected a request by Donald Trump for European assistance in safeguarding the Strait of Hormuz, with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas making clear that the conflict with Iran “is not a European war” and that ''no one wants active involvement.'' ...

18/03/2026 | NEWS

Wednesday forecast: The clouds are gathering for a noisy guest list

Today, a low-pressure system is gradually moving in, and it’s bringing some "unstable" energy to our Wednesday. The morning starts with a deceptive calm, but by the afternoon, the clouds will be having a full-blown meeting over our heads....

18/03/2026 | NEWS

When fans become the journalists

Among the many pieces that make up the mosaic of supporters is the category of “fan-journalists.” This is the segment within the mass of fans who comment publicly and express opinions on issues concerning their team or football more generally....

17/03/2026 | OPINION

Perdikes hints at political family link in alleged illegal beach works

Concerns have been raised over construction activity at a seaside restaurant in Latsi after a prominent environmental politician questioned whether the works may be taking place within a protected coastal zone....

17/03/2026 | NEWS

Tech entrepreneur uses AI to create personalised cancer vaccine for his dog

A technology entrepreneur in Australia has helped develop a personalised cancer vaccine for his dog using artificial intelligence, an experiment that researchers say could point toward new approaches for treating cancer in people....

17/03/2026 | NEWS

Grain producers call for possible closure of crossing points to contain foot-and-mouth disease

The Pancyprian Grain Producers’ Organization has called on the government to examine stronger measures to contain the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, including the possible closure of crossing points between government-controlled areas and the occupied territories....

17/03/2026 | NEWS

Halloumi exports tested as foot-and-mouth disease spreads

The continued spread of foot-and-mouth disease has raised serious concern across Cyprus’s agri-food sector and business community, particularly regarding halloumi, the country’s most important agricultural export....

17/03/2026 | BUSINESS

USA: Top counterterrorism official says Iran posed no imminent threat, resigns (read his letter)

The head of the United States’ main counterterrorism agency has resigned, saying he can no longer support the Trump administration’s war in Iran, according to the Associated Press....

17/03/2026 | NEWS

Heavy rains boost Cyprus' dams, but water shortages still a concern

Cyprus got a welcome boost to its water reserves over the past four days, with more than 3 million cubic meters of rainwater filling the country’s dams, according to the latest measurements from the Department of Water Development. The 18 largest dams in the free areas of Cyprus are now 22.1% full....

17/03/2026 | NEWS

Suspended Paphos Mayor set to face court for 2014 alleged rape case

The Legal Service has given the green light to prosecute suspended Paphos Mayor Phaedon Phaedonos in connection with an alleged rape and indecent assault from 2014. Sources say investigators have now finished gathering evidence, and the case is set to move to court....

17/03/2026 | NEWS