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1. Is the lambradja tradition a rite of youth or just lawlessness in disguise?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-the-lambradja-tradition-a-rite-of-youth-or-just-lawlessness-in-disguise

Every Easter, Cyprus lights up with the glow of lambradjas, towering bonfires that have become a deeply rooted tradition for many communities. But what exactly are they today? A fun way for young people to bond and celebrate, or a risky ritual teetering on chaos?...

2. Kykkos monastery’s mega project set to transform Engomi

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kykkos-monastery-s-mega-project-set-to-transform-engomi

A major new development is taking shape in Engomi, Nicosia, on land owned by the Kykkos Monastery. The project is one of the largest mixed-use developments Cyprus has seen and is designed to transform the area surrounding the “Agios Prokopios” Metochi into a modern urban center....

3. Rossini’s Stabat Mater to stir hearts in Nicosia and Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/rossini-s-stabat-mater-to-stir-hearts-in-nicosia-and-limassol

As Cyprus prepares for Holy Week, a musical masterpiece is set to take center stage, offering audiences a deeply moving experience....

4. Epiphany celebrations highlight faith and tradition in Cyprus and beyond

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/epiphany-celebrations-highlight-faith-and-tradition-in-cyprus-and-beyond

On January 6, Greek Orthodox Christians in Cyprus and around the world celebrate Epiphany, or Theophany, a day steeped in tradition and faith. ...

5. 2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-a-year-of-change-and-controversy-in-cyprus

2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year. ...

6. Today is 'Dekapentavgoustos', a day of faith, family, and tradition

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/today-is-dekapentavgoustos-a-day-of-faith-family-and-tradition

In Cyprus, August 15th, known as ''Dekapentavgoustos'', is one of the most significant holidays in the Greek Orthodox calendar, marking the Dormition (or Assumption as Catholics call it) of the Virgin Mary and her ascension to heaven....

7. Cyprus commemorates half a century since Turkish invasion

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-commemorates-half-a-century-since-turkish-invasion

Half a century has passed since the tragic morning of July 20, 1974, when Turkish forces invaded Cyprus, marking the start of a prolonged period of death, destruction, and occupation that persists to this day. ...

8. Avakoum abbot faces probe over €1.3 million in undeclared funds

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/avakoum-abbot-faces-probe-over-€1-3-million-in-undeclared-funds

Police Spokesman Christos Andreou announced that more arrests are possible and the Greek authorities may be called in to assist with investigations related to properties, ...

9. With the cross in one hand and the staff in the other

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/with-the-cross-in-one-hand-and-the-staff-in-the-other

The Church of Cyprus has weathered many storms throughout its long history, often paying a heavy price to maintain the cohesion of its flock. ...

10. Lawmakers debate landmark same-sex marriage bill

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lawmakers-debate-landmark-same-sex-marriage-bill

In an ironic twist, Greek lawmakers began a heated debate on Valentine's Day over a landmark bill proposing the legalization of same-sex marriage. If approved, Greece would become the first Orthodox Christian country to legalize such unions....

11. Erdogan's evolving rhetoric in a changing Middle East landscape

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-s-evolving-rhetoric-in-a-changing-middle-east-landscape

In the backdrop of events involving Israel, Hamas, Gaza, and the October 7th terrorist attack, significant shifts are occurring in Turkey's stance in the region and President Tayyip Erdogan's rhetoric. ...

12. Cracking down on 'Conversion Therapies': Parties' positions and ethical concerns unveiled

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cracking-down-on-conversion-therapies-parties-positions-and-ethical-concerns-unveiled

Based on the voting patterns of the AKEL and DISY parliamentary groups thus far, it appears that the proposed law criminalizing "conversion therapies" will be presented to the Parliament's plenary session on Thursday, May 25th....

13. Forty-nine years of lies

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/forty-nine-years-of-lies

And suddenly we discovered that in the Occupied Territories, Greek Cypriot properties are being sold to Turkish Cypriots or Turks. Some of us went crazy and remembered the patriotic slogans about selling the holy and sacred places of the nation....

14. Higher prices for Easter meat: Lamb sees a 25% increase, beef up by 15%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/higher-prices-for-easter-meat-lamb-sees-a-25-increase-beef-up-by-15

A year ago, reports described Easter dinner as the most expensive in four years. This year's prices are expected to surpass that record, according to the first data from the Easter Price Watch gathered by K and soon to be published by the Consumer Protection Agency....

15. Turkey rejects linking NATO expansion to F-16 deal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-rejects-links-between-nato-expansion-f-16-deal

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday called for Sweden and Finland to be accepted into NATO 'as quickly as possible,' although his Turkish counterpart dismissed the possibility of any link between their accession and Turkey’s request for F-16 fighter jets...

16. Nicola Sturgeon resigns as Scotland's first minister

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicola-sturgeon-resigns-as-scotland-s-first-minister

Nicola Sturgeon will stand down as first minister of Scotland, she has announced at a press conference....

17. Scotland: Children as young as 15 can begin process of changing their gender

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scotland-children-as-young-as-15-can-begin-process-of-changing-their-gender

Teenagers as young as 15 will be able to begin the process of legally changing their sex after MSPs blocked a last-ditch bid to exclude children from Nicola Sturgeon’s transgender reforms....

18. Stakes are high as Cyprus seeks new archbishop

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stakes-are-high-as-cyprus-seeks-new-archbishop

The Holy Synod in Cyprus is gearing up for high-stakes elections after Archbishop Chrysostomos was laid to rest on Saturday, following a funeral service officiated by Ukraine-backer Bartholomew whose historic trip from Istanbul foreshadows a colossal dilemma of epic consequences for the island and the orthodox world at large...

19. Cypriot president meets pope at the Vatican

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-president-meets-pope-at-the-vatican

Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades met with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Monday, with the two men reportedly discussing bilateral issues including refugees following the Holy Father’s visit to the divided island last year...

20. Australia’s High Commissioner visits Minthis

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/australia-s-high-commissioner-visits-minthis

Her Excellency, High Commissioner of Australia, Mrs. Fiona McKergow visited Minthis on Monday, 30th May, as part of her official visit to Paphos. ...

21. Woman says bishop sexually assaulted her as a teen

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-says-bishop-sexually-assaulted-her-as-a-teen

Former Kition bishop Chrysostomos is facing more sexual assault charges after his acquittal in a rape case last year, with a new female accuser saying he assaulted her when she was seeking orphan aid from the church at the age of 16...

22. Euthanasia: Six out of ten surveyed in Cyprus agree with legalization

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/euthanasia-six-out-of-ten-surveyed-in-cyprus-agree-with-legalization

The issue of euthanasia and the need for information and social dialogue in Cyprus were discussed on Monday at a meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on Human Rights....

23. Clock ticking for Mariupol on Holy Thursday

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clock-ticking-for-mariupol-on-holy-thursday

A top ally of President Vladimir Putin said Russian forces will seize the last main stronghold of resistance in the besieged city of Mariupol on Thursday, after Ukraine proposed talks on evacuating troops and civilians there...

24. Retired pope asks pardon for abuse, but admits no wrongdoing

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/retired-pope-asks-pardon-for-abuse-but-admits-no-wrongdoing

Retired Pope Benedict XVI asked forgiveness Tuesday for any “grievous faults” in his handling of clergy sex abuse cases, but denied any personal or specific wrongdoing after an independent report criticized his actions in four cases while he was archbishop of Munich, Germany....

25. Halting progress and happy accidents: How mRNA vaccines were made

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/halting-progress-and-happy-accidents-how-mrna-vaccines-were-made

Skeptics have seized on the rapid development of the vaccines to undermine the public’s trust in them. But the breakthroughs behind the vaccines unfolded over decades as scientists across the world pursued research in disparate areas, never imagining their work would one day come together to tame the pandemic of the century....

26. The first 12 asylum seekers selected by the Pope have left for the Vatican

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-first-12-asylum-seekers-selected-by-the-pope-have-left-for-the-vatican

The Ministry of Interior announced today that the first group of 12 asylum seekers, out of a total of 50 selected by the Pope to relocate to the Vatican, have left Cyprus this morning....

27. Pope wraps up Cyprus trip after breaking silence

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-wraps-up-cyprus-trip-after-breaking-silence

Pope Francis left Cyprus on Saturday after wrapping up his trip to the divided island, where he went off script during a prayer in downtown Nicosia after hearing personal stories from migrants...

28. Pope flies to Cyprus to set tone on migration

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-flies-to-cyprus-to-set-tone-on-migration

Pope Francis flies to Cyprus on Thursday in a show of support for migrants on the island, where debate on asylum seekers has been intense, with reports saying his entourage has arranged for dozens of refugees to fly back to Italy...

29. Police arm up after Limassol fire and fury

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-arm-up-after-limassol-fire-and-fury

Cyprus police came under immense pressure during Holy Week following incidents of chaos, anarchy, and even violence against officers, with arrests starting to pile up and efforts doubled in arming up the force with more riot gear...

30. Plans get blurry as Cyprus sees more deaths

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/plans-get-blurry-as-cyprus-sees-more-deaths

Daily deaths due to COVID-19 hit a new record in the Republic of Cyprus, with seven hospitalized patients losing the battle on Easter Monday and health officials avoiding comment on what measures will replace the lockdown next week...

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