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21 April, 2026
 

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Woman in critical condition after suspected cooking gas leak

Woman in critical condition after suspected cooking gas leak

A 64-year-old man has been found dead at his home in Limassol, while his wife remains in critical condition in hospital, with early indications pointing to inhalation of liquefied petroleum gas, commonly known as LPG or cooking gas....

Cyprus and Greece seek EIB backing for GSI power link

Cyprus and Greece seek EIB backing for GSI power link

The relevant ministries in Cyprus and Greece are moving ahead with implementing the decision of Nikos Christodoulides and Kyriakos Mitsotakis to update the financial data for the electricity cable project known as GSI....

A collapsed cake

A collapsed cake

Every time our government opens its mouth and lays out new lofty goals and grand ambitions, the oven gets preheated, the temperature rises, there is sometimes even a sense of admiration, and President Nikos Christodoulides, playing the role of chef, prepares yet another political cake, hoping to serve it to Cypriot society....

Mother files complaint after newborn allegedly suffers burns at Larnaca Hospital

Mother files complaint after newborn allegedly suffers burns at Larnaca Hospital

A mother has filed a complaint against Larnaca General Hospital after her newborn was found with burns, allegedly caused during a bath given by hospital staff....

Elderly man hospitalized after viper bite in Larnaca

Elderly man hospitalized after viper bite in Larnaca

An 85-year-old man was hospitalized after a snake bite incident in Larnaca earlier this week....

First-ever Cypriot accepted to U.S. Naval Academy

First-ever Cypriot accepted to U.S. Naval Academy

A Cypriot applicant has been admitted to the United States Naval Academy for the first time, according to President Nikos Christodoulides....

Transport Minister warns of fuel shortage

Transport Minister warns of fuel shortage

Cyprus is warning that fuel supplies across Europe could face disruptions, as tensions in the Middle East raise fresh concerns about energy security and transport....

FBI to join Cyprus probe into ''Santi'' case as pressure builds for answers

FBI to join Cyprus probe into ''Santi'' case as pressure builds for answers

An FBI team is expected in Cyprus in the coming days to assist in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile ''Santi'' case, also referred to as the ''Sandy'' case in previous KNEWS coverage....

New voters to receive electoral booklets ahead of deadline

New voters to receive electoral booklets ahead of deadline

New voters registered ahead of upcoming elections in Cyprus are being asked to collect their electoral booklets in the coming days, as authorities move to ensure everyone is ready to cast their vote....

Bank of Cyprus named ''Best Private Bank Cyprus 2026'' by Global Banking & Finance Awards for the 4th consecutive year

Bank of Cyprus named ''Best Private Bank Cyprus 2026'' by Global Banking & Finance Awards for the 4th consecutive year

Bank of Cyprus has once again been named “Best Private Bank Cyprus 2026” as part of the Global Banking & Finance Awards, organized by the reputable magazine Global Banking & Finance Review....

The Landmark Nicosia announces the opening of SOLE Spa

The Landmark Nicosia announces the opening of SOLE Spa

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection, is proud to announce the arrival of the capital’s new, ultimate luxury wellness & beauty destination,...

CRIVIT, as the Official Partner of Lidl-Trek, brings movement to everyday life in 2026 – for athletes and beyond

CRIVIT, as the Official Partner of Lidl-Trek, brings movement to everyday life in 2026 – for athletes and beyond

CRIVIT is further expanding its partnership with the WorldTour team Lidl-Trek, positioning itself in 2026 as the Official Partner of the internationally successful cycling team. In doing so, CRIVIT combines peak performance with an active lifestyle – reaching far beyond competitive racing....

Lane closures and road works planned on Nicosia–Limassol highway next week

Lane closures and road works planned on Nicosia–Limassol highway next week

Drivers using one of Cyprus’ busiest highways should brace for delays over the coming days, as roadworks and maintenance projects are set to take place on sections of the Nicosia–Limassol motorway....

U.S. tells Americans to leave Iraq ''immediately'' amid rising security threats

U.S. tells Americans to leave Iraq ''immediately'' amid rising security threats

The United States is urging its citizens in Iraq to leave the country immediately, warning of growing security threats and the risk of new attacks targeting Americans....

Police warn of new crypto scam targeting investors in Cyprus

Police warn of new crypto scam targeting investors in Cyprus

Authorities are warning the public about a new type of scam making the rounds in Cyprus, targeting people who have invested in cryptocurrencies and promising them easy profits....

Cyprus becomes go-to retirement spot for Brits and Americans

Cyprus becomes go-to retirement spot for Brits and Americans

Cyprus is emerging as one of the world’s most attractive places to retire, as rising living costs in major economies push more people to look abroad for a more affordable life....

Suspended Mayor to face trial on May 28 in 12-year-old rape case

Suspended Mayor to face trial on May 28 in 12-year-old rape case

It’s the kind of headline that stops a city in its tracks. The suspended mayor of Paphos, Phaedon Phaedonos, is officially heading to trial, facing serious criminal charges tied to an alleged incident dating back more than a decade....

The Tuesday tease: Clear skies and localized mountain dampness

The Tuesday tease: Clear skies and localized mountain dampness

After a Monday that felt like it lasted a year, Tuesday is settling in with a weak low-pressure system that seems more interested in a nap than a storm....

Cyprus moves to end state borrowing from Social Insurance Fund in pension reform plan

Cyprus moves to end state borrowing from Social Insurance Fund in pension reform plan

Cyprus is moving forward with changes to its pension system, with discussions now focusing on both the Social Insurance Fund and Provident Funds. ...

Cyprus records exceptionally high April rainfall, reaching 175% of monthly average

Cyprus records exceptionally high April rainfall, reaching 175% of monthly average

Rainfall in Cyprus has significantly exceeded typical April levels during the first part of the month, according to early figures from the Meteorology Department....

Culling crisis deepens as farmers warn 'no animals will be left'

Culling crisis deepens as farmers warn 'no animals will be left'

Back to square one... Llvestock farmers plan to resubmit their original request to the government, asking that animals not infected with foot and mouth disease in affected units not be culled. ...

Free cancer screening programmes and early detection initiatives expand nationwide

Free cancer screening programmes and early detection initiatives expand nationwide

A shift toward prevention is at the centre of Cyprus’ health planning, with new screening programmes, reforms, and infrastructure projects outlined by Neophytos Charalambides during a presentation of the Ministry’s 2025 review and its priorities for the year ahead....

Human activity behind vast majority of wildfires in Cyprus

Human activity behind vast majority of wildfires in Cyprus

At the launch of Fire Safety Week in Cyprus, Fire Department Chief Nikos Longinos stated that human actions are responsible for the overwhelming majority of wildfires on the island, exceeding 90 percent each year. ...

Search for missing persons in Cyprus advances with new excavations and DNA efforts

Search for missing persons in Cyprus advances with new excavations and DNA efforts

Efforts to locate and identify people who disappeared during Cyprus’ past conflicts are continuing across several areas of the island, with new excavation activity reported in both the occupied and government-controlled areas....

Support for 14-year-old girl and baby after alleged rape

Support for 14-year-old girl and baby after alleged rape

Authorities in Cyprus say support measures are being put in place for a 14-year-old girl who gave birth after an alleged rape, along with her newborn baby, in a case that has deeply concerned the public....

Israeli intelligence firm linked to Cyprus video controversy

Israeli intelligence firm linked to Cyprus video controversy

Given that the government itself, in the confusion and panic that followed the release of the now well-known video last January, quietly allowed the narrative of a Russian hybrid attack against the Republic of Cyprus to take hold, the revelation that the material was actually produced by a private intelligence company from neighboring Israel is, in itself, significant....

New pest adds to growing strain on Cyprus farmers

New pest adds to growing strain on Cyprus farmers

After months of battling frost, drought and even damaging sea winds, farmers in Cyprus are now facing a new and unwelcome threat: an invasive insect attacking key crops across the island....

Safeguarding Client Funds for Electronic Money Institutions and Payment Institutions

Safeguarding Client Funds for Electronic Money Institutions and Payment Institutions

A regulatory requirement demanding immediate attention – A necessity to ensure that client funds are safeguarded...

Cyprus–Greece ferry returns for summer with upgrades and pet-friendly cabins

Cyprus–Greece ferry returns for summer with upgrades and pet-friendly cabins

Just in time for summer, the Cyprus–Greece ferry link is gearing up for a fresh season...and this year, it’s getting a noticeable upgrade....

After deadly Germasogeia collapse, Larnaca launches urgent building inspections

After deadly Germasogeia collapse, Larnaca launches urgent building inspections

After the collapse of a building in Germasogeia last week that left two people dead, authorities in Larnaca are moving quickly, sending teams out from Monday to check buildings that could pose a risk to the public....

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