https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-at-its-best-15-years-of-dynamic-presence-in-cyprus
Lidl Cyprus celebrates 15 years of presence in the local market this year, a different celebration that shows us the character of the company, but also the reason why it has reached such a high level of preference among the Cypriot public. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-the-netherlands-a-strong-but-often-overlooked-bond
The Netherlands, a key player in both the EU and NATO, remains somewhat of an unknown entity in Cyprus—aside from Amsterdam’s popularity as a travel destination and the well-known football club Ajax....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/meritocracy-privilege-and-the-cypriot-dream-reflections-on-the-english-school-controversy
Children and adolescents in many parts of the world, including Cyprus, face real problems. Bombs rain down on Ukraine, poverty ravages Gaza, school shootings plague the USA, natural disasters devastate the poorest regions, and here in Cyprus, an entire family recently perished in a tragic house fire....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dutch-royal-couple-touch-down-in-cyprus-on-flight-co-piloted-by-king
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands have arrived in Cyprus for a two-day state visit, marking the first-ever official trip of the Dutch Royal Couple to the island. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-monday-a-breath-of-fresh-air-to-welcome-lent
Today, Cyprus is buzzing with life as families and friends head outdoors to celebrate Green Monday, or Kathará Deftéra – a beloved tradition that marks the start of Lent in the Orthodox calendar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-carnival-reigns-supreme-as-cyprus-celebrates-in-style
Cyprus came alive on Sunday as Carnival celebrations filled the streets with colour, music, and endless revelry – with Limassol once again stealing the show. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-will-send-six-athletes-to-special-olympics-world-winter-games-this-year
A press conference was held on February 27th at the Olympic Mansion to officially present the Cypriot delegation for the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/echr-ruling-exposes-cypriot-justice-failures-in-gang-rape-case
A ruling by the European Court of Human Rights has exposed serious flaws in the Cypriot justice system regarding a British teenager’s gang rape allegation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-students-among-eu-s-highest-in-e-cigarette-and-hookah-use
A recent European-wide survey (ESPAD) has revealed that Cypriot students rank among the highest in Europe for e-cigarette and hookah use, with 4.6% reporting daily use—well above the European average of 3.1%....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-meets-with-leader-of-maronite-community
The leader of the Turkish Cypriot community in the occupied areas, Ersin Tatar, met with Maronite Archbishop Selim Sfeir, where he acknowledged the Maronite community’s role in contributing to the region’s cultural and religious diversity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-launches-high-tech-underwater-drones-to-safeguard-artificial-reefs
Cyprus is making waves with a groundbreaking project that uses small, high-tech underwater drones to keep an eye on artificial reefs designed to help marine life thrive. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/barbershop-battle-brews-in-nicosia-s-old-town-as-cypriot-barbers-face-extinction
In Nicosia’s Old Town, a quiet battle is playing out—one haircut at a time. On one side are the last five Cypriot barbers still operating in the walled city, clinging to tradition and fearing extinction. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greek-banks-continue-to-invest-in-cyprus-with-new-acquisitions
Greek banks are showing no signs of slowing down when it comes to investing in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greeks-calling-for-accountability-2-years-after-tempe-train-tragedy
Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/isn-t-it-ironic-cyprus-propaganda-politics-and-the-global-stage
A movie is being made in the occupied territories titled ''Aisie Went on Vacation'', which was also the code name for the Attila operation in 1974. They've even set up modern studios for creating TV series, as it seems they've grasped the importance of imagery in propaganda....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/supreme-court-upholds-rejection-of-citizenship-appeal
The Supreme Constitutional Court has dismissed an appeal by a foreign national challenging the rejection of their Cypriot citizenship application....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pavlos-kontides-named-man-of-the-year-at-23rd-awards-ceremony
The spotlight was on Cypriot sailing champion Pavlos Kontides on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, as he was awarded the prestigious Man of the Year title at the 23rd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards ceremony....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-a-win-for-families-a-challenge-for-businesses
Cyprus is set to undergo its first major tax reform in over 20 years, with changes expected to align the system with the country’s evolving economic landscape....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/university-of-arizona-discovery-to-headline-new-cyprus-archaeological-museum
The Cyprus Archaeological Museum, set to open in 2027, will prominently showcase significant archaeological findings from Kourion, an ancient Roman city devastated by a massive earthquake on July 21, 365 A.D....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/calls-for-action-against-energy-poverty-amid-tragic-deaths
Political parties are urging immediate action against energy poverty following a series of fatal fires caused by unsafe heating conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/marios-georgiou-crowned-europe-s-best-male-gymnast-of-2024
Marios Georgiou has once again made Cyprus proud, winning the Male Gymnast of the Year title in a vote organized by European Gymnastics. The Cypriot gymnastics star secured an impressive 26,260 votes (50.6%), topping the poll after six days of voting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fintech-giants-eye-cyprus-small-banks-in-race-for-european-banking-licenses
Cyprus’ small banks have become prime targets for global fintech companies and financial institutions, with potential acquisitions aimed at securing a European banking license. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/private-company-constructs-power-plant-in-mari-without-permits
A private company has built key infrastructure to support the operation of a privately owned power plant in Mari without obtaining the necessary permits, according to a special report by the Audit Office....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kuwait-embassy-in-cyprus-marks-national-day-with-high-profile-celebration
The Embassy of the State of Kuwait in Cyprus marked its 64th National Day and 34th Liberation Day with a grand reception at the Hilton Nicosia on February 25, bringing together top Cypriot officials, diplomats, and dignitaries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-slow-to-embrace-digital-id-cards
Demand for digital identity cards (eIDs) in Cyprus has fallen short of expectations since the program's launch in January 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-grain-of-hope-varosha-mayor-brings-sand-to-honor-refugee-s-final-resting-place
The funeral of Pieris Pieri, a respected mathematician and deputy principal of the First Gymnasium of Famagusta, became a powerful moment of bicommunal unity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/faulty-electrical-appliances-put-cypriots-at-risk-watchdog-warns
Cyprus is facing a growing safety risk from faulty electrical appliances, with weak market controls and a lack of transparency in investigations into fires and electric shocks, according to the Cyprus Consumers’ Association....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-and-interpol-hunt-for-source-of-false-terror-tip
Cypriot police, working alongside Interpol, are searching for the source behind a false tip that led to a dramatic anti-terror operation at Larnaca Airport....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-international-theatre-festival-is-back-with-unforgettable-performances
After a highly successful first season in 2024, hosting artists such as John Malkovich, Kirill Serebrennikov, and Ivan Vyrypaev, the Cyprus International Theatre Festival (CITF) is returning...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unique-protected-species-in-europe-killed-at-the-mavrokolympos-dam
A month ago, the Ministry of Agriculture announced an environmental disaster: the drainage of the Mavrokolympos dam due to a technical failure that could not be repaired. ...
