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1. Cannabis boom and rising cocaine use reshape Cyprus drug landscape

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cannabis-boom-and-rising-cocaine-use-reshape-cyprus-drug-landscape

Cannabis remains the most commonly used illegal drug in Cyprus, while cocaine and methamphetamine are becoming increasingly present across the country, according to the European Drug Report 2026 presented in Nicosia by the Cyprus National Addictions Authority....

2. Cyprus records strong cancer survival outcomes across major cancer types

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-records-strong-cancer-survival-outcomes-across-major-cancer-types

Cancer patients in Cyprus are achieving survival outcomes that surpass the European Union average for several of the most common forms of the disease, according to figures presented during a press conference held by biopharmaceutical company Bristol Myers Squibb....

3. Government opens its record to public scrutiny through online platform

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-opens-its-record-to-public-scrutiny-through-online-platform

President Nikos Christodoulides has invited the public to use the government's online monitoring platform, diakivernisi.gov.cy, as a tool for tracking the implementation of state policies and assessing the administration's performance....

4. Storing the sun: How underwater energy storage could cut Cyprus electricity bills

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/storing-the-sun-how-underwater-energy-storage-could-cut-cyprus-electricity-bills

BaroMar CEO Yonadav Buber spoke with Kathimerini about the company’s first pilot underwater energy storage project in Cyprus and how the technology could help bring down electricity prices....

5. Workplace accident leaves technician critically injured after compressor explosion

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/workplace-accident-leaves-technician-critically-injured-after-compressor-explosion

A 49-year-old technician is fighting for his life following a workplace accident in Strovolos on Thursday afternoon, after an air-conditioning compressor he was repairing exploded....

6. When all of Cyprus headed to Larnaca: The timeless magic of Kataklysmos (photos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/when-all-of-cyprus-headed-to-larnaca-the-timeless-magic-of-kataklysmos

There are only a few moments during the year that have the power to bring all of Cyprus together, and Kataklysmos is certainly one of them. For generations of Cypriots, the arrival of Kataklysmos meant far more than a public holiday or a long weekend by the sea....

7. Does money bring happiness?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/does-money-bring-happiness

A colleague’s question at the office came completely by chance just a few hours after I watched a video of Mehmet from Kato Arodes saying, ''We didn’t have money, but we had everything.''...

8. Watch your step! (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/watch-your-step

A renewed warning is being issued to the public in Cyprus after a snake sighting went viral online, sparking debate over safety in rural and forest areas, and how people should react if they come across a viper in the wild....

9. Cyprus earns 58 Blue Flag awards for beaches and marinas

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-earns-58-blue-flag-awards-for-beaches-and-marinas

Cyprus has been awarded Blue Flags for 56 beaches and two marinas for 2026, recognising locations that meet internationally recognised standards for environmental quality, safety and visitor services....

10. Popcorn entertainment and seriousness

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/popcorn-entertainment-and-seriousness

From its formulaic treatment of the trauma of 1974 to references to landmarks that miss the mark, such as calling Nicosia's Eleftheria Square the "Post Office Square," and from there to portraying ultra-luxury seaside resorts as the ultimate destination, the show risks reinforcing long-standing misconceptions about Cyprus among audiences in Greece....

11. More foreign patients fly to China for cancer treatment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-foreign-patients-fly-to-china-for-cancer-treatment

A growing shift in global medicine is seeing more patients travel abroad for life-saving treatments that are either unavailable at home or come at a fraction of the cost, according to an article in Bloomberg....

12. Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort Celebrates an Exceptional Achievement with 10 Awards at the Cyprus Tourism Awards 2025 and the Cyprus Estia Awards 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cap-st-georges-hotel-resort-celebrates-an-exceptional-achievement-with-10-awards-at-the-cyprus-tourism-awards-2025-and-the-cyprus-estia-awards-2026

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is proud to announce an exceptional achievement at the prestigious Cyprus Tourism Awards 2025 and Cyprus Estia Awards 2026, securing a total of ten distinguished accolades that reaffirm its position among Cyprus' leading luxury hospitality destinations....

13. Cyprus’ newest eye in the sky: How a space project could change life on the ground

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-newest-eye-in-the-sky-how-a-space-project-could-change-life-on-the-ground

When most people think of space technology, they imagine rockets, astronauts, and distant planets. But Cyprus’ newest move into the space sector is much closer to home and could one day help firefighters detect disasters faster, farmers use less water, authorities monitor the sea, and scientists better understand the changing climate....

14. A Summer of Endless Possibilities at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-summer-of-endless-possibilities-at-cap-st-georges-hotel-resort

There are destinations that simply offer a holiday, and then there are places that redefine the very essence of summer. Perched along the spectacular western coastline of Cyprus, just outside the vibrant city of Paphos, where the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean meet the protected landscapes of the Akamas Peninsula, Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort invites guests to experience a season defined by effortless luxury, authentic discovery, and unforgettable moments....

15. Court rejects Paphos mayor’s appeal to return to office

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-rejects-paphos-mayor-s-appeal-to-return-to-office

Paphos Mayor Phedonas Phedonos will remain suspended from his duties after the Administrative Court of Appeal rejected his request to temporarily lift his suspension while his broader legal challenge continues....

16. Hadassah chose Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hadassah-chose-cyprus

On July 1, 2026, Hadassah Medical Center officially opens its doors in Limassol, bringing to Cyprus for the first time the expertise, scientific knowledge and philosophy of one of the world's most recognized academic and medical organizations....

17. Mortgage-to-Rent scheme gets 180 new applications, but is it picking up?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mortgage-to-rent-scheme-gets-180-new-applications-but-is-it-picking-up

The ''Rent Instead of Installment'' scheme, also known as ''Mortgage to Rent,'' has reopened, allowing more borrowers to apply....

18. ECB set for two rate hikes this year, what it means for Cypriots

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ecb-set-for-two-rate-hikes-this-year-what-it-means-for-cypriots

The war in Iran may be happening hundreds of kilometers away, but for many people in Cyprus, its effects could soon be felt much closer to home, in their electricity bills, supermarket receipts, and even their mortgage payments....

19. From the Success of Limassol Del Mar to the Legendary Collaboration

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/from-the-success-of-limassol-del-mar-to-the-legendary-collaboration

For over 6 decades, the Leptos Group has played a defining role in shaping the modern image and international positioning of Cyprus through pioneering developments, long-term investments, and a vision centered around extroversion, innovation, quality, and global standards across multiple sectors. Through Real estate development, Ηospitality, Εducation and Ηealthcare,the Leptos Group continues to strengthen Cyprus’ competitiveness and presence in international markets....

20. Pippi Longstocking and the Moomins in Cyprus? Yes, and the kids absolutely loved it

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/pippi-longstocking-and-the-moomins-in-cyprus-yes-and-the-kids-absolutely-loved-it

I’ll be honest, when I first heard about this, I didn’t think many kids in Cyprus would even know who Pippi Longstocking or the Moomins were....

21. New affordable homes rise, but residents raise concerns over nearby pylons

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-affordable-homes-rise-but-residents-raise-concerns-over-nearby-eac-pylons

For many young couples in Cyprus, owning a home can feel increasingly out of reach. Rising property prices, high rents and limited housing options have turned what was once considered a basic life milestone into a growing challenge....

22. More than 550 kilos of waste cleared from Agia Eirini beach in Kyrenia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-than-550-kilos-of-waste-cleared-from-agia-eirini-beach-in-kyrenia

More than 550 kilograms of litter were collected from Agia Eirini beach during a recent coastal cleanup organized by the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) in cooperation with SPOT Marine Life....

23. ''Study harder'' or ''your future depends on this'': the pressure students feel in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/study-harder-or-your-future-depends-on-this-the-pressure-students-feel-in-cyprus

We’ve all heard phrases like ''just study'' or ''your future depends on this'' from parents or teachers at some point in our lives. But how helpful are these words really? ...

24. ''Cyprus and Qatar share the same goal: Stability''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-and-qatar-share-the-same-goal-stability

Diplomats are often judged not only by the positions they represent but also by their willingness to engage with the people and communities around them. Since arriving in Cyprus for his first posting on the island, Qatar’s ambassador, H.E. Yousef Sultan Laram, has made a noticeable effort to do just that, building connections, participating in some community events, and remaining accessible whenever possible. ...

25. Evgenii Tiapkin: ‘There is no equivalent to the Freedom ecosystem in the EU’

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/evgenii-tiapkin-‘there-is-no-equivalent-to-the-freedom-ecosystem-in-the-eu

Last Wednesday, 3 June, the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, arrived in Kazakhstan at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, accompanied by a delegation of officials and representatives of the national business community. The heads of state held bilateral talks. The talks then continued in an expanded format with the participation of delegations from both countries, and a bilateral business forum was held on the same day. ...

26. Addiction is nicotine’s greatest trick

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/addiction-is-nicotine-s-greatest-trick

“Quit before a doctor makes you quit.” Unfortunately, I stopped smoking only after it had already caused the damage doctors had been warning me about for years. The damage was serious, though thankfully not serious enough to change the way I live my life....

27. The population crisis hiding in plain sight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-population-crisis-hiding-in-plain-sight

Europe is aging, and so are Greece and Cyprus. In all three cases, the average age of the population is rising while birth rates remain below replacement levels. As a result, all three will see their populations shrink....

28. “Jump of the Year”: Armand Duplantis clears a 5.50-meter wall of Lidl products

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jump-of-the-year-armand-duplantis-clears-a-5-50-meter-wall-of-lidl-products

A jump the world has never seen before: Pole vault world record holder Armand “Mondo” Duplantis mastered an extraordinary challenge in Stockholm, living up to the title “Jump of the Year”. Challenged by Lidl, the exceptional athlete and holder of 15 world records did not jump over a traditional bar, but over a 5.50-meter-high, 12-meter-wide, and 30-centimeter-deep wall of products, built from the discounter’s extensive own-brand assortment....

29. Demetris Tsiakkis at Green Agenda 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/demetris-tsiakkis-at-green-agenda-2026

The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the largest conference on sustainable development, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the central theme “Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),” bringing to the stage leading figures from the fields of sustainability and innovation. Among this year’s speakers is Demetris Tsiakkis, Head of Business Development and Strategy at Altia....

30. Paphos begins major upgrade of bus stops across the city

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-begins-major-upgrade-of-bus-stops-across-the-city

Getting around Paphos by bus is set to become a little more comfortable, as the municipality has started a wide-ranging upgrade of bus stops across the city....

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