https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/15-thousand-hotel-employees-to-receive-state-support
A total of 15,000 hotel employees are expected to benefit from the Special Employment Support Scheme for the hotel sector approved by the government and implemented through the Ministry of Labour....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobank-returns-to-markets-with-new-six-year-bond-issue
Eurobank has returned to international markets with a new senior preferred bond issue, continuing a broader trend among European banks seeking fresh funding and stronger financial buffers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-dianellios-school-site-in-larnaca-set-for-major-comeback
More than 10 years after the former Dianellios Technical School in Larnaca shut its doors, the site is expected to come back to life in the coming years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fake-facebook-account-impersonates-larnaca-mayor-in-scam-attempt
Unknown individuals are attempting to scam citizens through a fake Facebook profile posing as Larnaca Mayor Andreas Vyras, the municipality has warned....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-annual-excellence-awards-in-research-and-teaching-announced-at-european-university-cyprus
In a distinguished ceremony held on May 11, 2026, the Annual Excellence Awards in Research and Teaching for 2026 were presented, honoring members of the academic and research staff who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the advancement of knowledge and the delivery of high-quality education....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/genikes-insurance-once-again-at-the-top-of-the-general-insurance-sector
Genikes Insurance continues its strong upward trajectory this year, securing once again the distinction of Best General Insurance Company in Cyprus at the Global Banking and Finance Awards 2026. At the same time, the Company is also awarded Best Insurance Website Cyprus 2026, a recognition that highlights its strategic investment in digital transformation and in delivering a modern, user‑friendly, and seamless online experience....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kostas-bakoyiannis-dimitris-k-melissas-and-byron-ioannou-at-green-agenda-2026
The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the country’s largest sustainability conference, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the theme ''Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),'' bringing together leading figures from the fields of sustainable development and innovation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/israel-at-eurovision
Is it right for Israel to still take part in the international song contest taking place tonight in Vienna? Is it right for artists from that country to compete normally in the Venice Biennale or for its athletes to participate in the 2028 Olympic Games?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-warns-kyiv-over-ukrainian-naval-drones-operating-near-greek-waters
Athens is sending a message to Kyiv that, following the detection and identification of a Ukrainian naval drone off Lefkada, Ukraine should withdraw any drones that remain undetected and operating far from Greek shores....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shell-cyprus-corporate-futsal-tournament-2026
With strong competition, high-level participation and a touch of world-class football, the Shell Cyprus Corporate Futsal Tournament 2026 is getting ready to kick off, attracting the interest of athletes and football fans across Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-will-hold-the-power-after-sunday-s-may-24-parliamentary-elections
The parliamentary elections on May 24 are, by all indications, set to be the vote that reshapes Cyprus’ political map as it has been known for decades....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-safety-rules-slow-down-home-solar-battery-storage-rollout
The high expectations created by Cyprus’ household solar panel programme for cheap and affordable electricity are, in practice, proving largely unrealistic....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lucky-ticket-in-pano-deftera-wins-over-€11-6-million-in-joker-draw
A single Joker ticket purchased in the village of Pano Deftera in the Nicosia district has turned into a life-changing win of €11,653,128.87 following Sunday night’s draw on 17 May 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-skies-coffee-sighs-and-summer-just-around-the-corner
It’s Monday again. A weak low-pressure system is lingering over the region today, while a touch of fine dust drifts lazily through the atmosphere, giving the sky a soft, hazy look....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-warn-food-production-at-risk-over-water-crisis
Open-field farmers across Cyprus say another difficult agricultural season is unfolding as uncertainty over irrigation water continues to place heavy pressure on producers of crops such as potatoes and watermelons....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bulgaria-claims-first-eurovision-crown-as-cyprus-finishes-19th-overall
Bulgaria celebrated a historic night at the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after singer DARA secured the country’s first-ever victory with her song Bangaranga....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-extends-insurance-cover-to-contract-soldiers-in-high-risk-military-roles
The government has approved expanded insurance coverage for Contract Soldiers (SyOP) serving in high risk positions within the Cyprus National Guard, following a proposal submitted by the Ministry of Defence of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lake-paralimni-drained-for-mosquito-control-despite-study-linking-outbreaks-to-human-activity
BirdLife Cyprus has criticized the ongoing drainage of Lake Paralimni, warning that the work is taking place during the peak nesting season for protected bird species in the Natura 2000 wetland....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-gas-now-supplies-most-of-europe-s-lng-imports
Europe imported more liquefied natural gas than ever before in 2025, according to a new report from the European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER). The findings show how LNG has become a central part of the continent’s energy supply after European countries reduced purchases of Russian gas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-nicosia-cafe-creates-jobs-and-training-opportunities-for-young-people-on-the-autism-spectrum
Cyprus has launched its first registered social enterprise with the opening of True Heart Café in central Nicosia. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-approves-first-crematorium-in-paphos
Cyprus has granted approval for the country’s first crematorium, with construction expected to begin in September 2026 in Agia Varvara, Paphos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/freight-transport-rises-in-cyprus-as-trade-and-domestic-movement-pick-up
Road freight transport in Cyprus increased in the final quarter of 2025, with both domestic and international cargo activity showing steady growth over the year, according to new figures released Friday by the Statistical Service of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/italy-s-meloni-visits-cyprus-on-sunday-to-push-for-closer-strategic-ties
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is expected to visit Cyprus on Sunday, in a trip aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries and turning political goodwill into concrete cooperation plans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€35-6-million-on-livestock-compensation-after-foot-and-mouth-outbreak
Cyprus authorities say they will spend more than €35.6 million compensating livestock farmers and helping them rebuild their herds after an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease that led to widespread animal culling earlier this year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-hands-larnaka-marina-and-port-upgrade-to-ports-authority
The long-awaited upgrade of the Larnaka marina and port is being handed over to the Cyprus Ports Authority, the government announced on Friday, marking a major shift in how one of the island’s most important coastal redevelopment projects will move forward....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eac-pays-€9-million-to-siemens-for-new-dhekelia-generators
The Electricity Authority of Cyprus has begun a major overhaul of Cyprus’ aging power infrastructure, paying German engineering giant Siemens a €9 million advance for the purchase of three new generators for the Dhekelia power station, EAC Chairman Giorgos Petrou said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-celebrates-22nd-birthday-with-1-000-000-sets-under-€22
Wizz Air is celebrating its 22nd anniversary with one of its biggest promotions ever, offering 1,000,000 seats for under €22 on selected routes across its network for just three days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/john-josephakis-at-green-agenda-2026
The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the island’s largest sustainability conference, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the theme “Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),” bringing together leading voices in sustainability and innovation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wiz-30-best-bars-cyprus-–-wiz-presents-the-30-best-bars-in-cyprus
Wiz Guide presents the "30 Best Bars Cyprus," an evening dedicated to innovation, creativity, and quality in entertainment. On July 6, 2026, Cyprus will host for the first time an institution designed to recognize and reward excellence in hospitality and modern bar culture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/berengaria-project-by-bbf-enters-final-stretch
bbf: announces that all required planning permits have now been secured for the hotel, luxury villas, townhouses, and residential apartments that form part of the landmark Berengaria development....
