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1. Nicosia’s iconic green space is getting a major facelift

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-iconic-green-space-is-getting-a-major-facelift

For generations of Nicosia residents, the Municipal Garden has been more than just a patch of green in the heart of the capital. It has been a place for childhood memories, family walks, school trips, and quiet moments away from the city’s busy streets....

2. Disbelief over blocked bus stop in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/disbelief-over-blocked-bus-stop-in-limassol

A newly installed row of plastic bollards in Limassol has left local motorists and residents questioning the logic of municipal road planning. The flexible red and white posts, positioned directly inside a marked bus lane in front of a passenger shelter, have effectively blocked buses from pulling up to the curb. ...

3. The Leptos Group and City Friends Club Limassol Unite in Support of a Cleaner Coastal Environment in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2-the-leptos-group-and-city-friends-club-limassol-unite-in-support-of-a-cleaner-coastal-environment-in-cyprus

Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable development, the Leptos Group, in collaboration with the City Friends Club Limassol, successfully organised a beach clean-up initiative along the newly constructed Aktaia Odos beachfront in Limassol (between Limassol Blu Marine and the Limassol Marina) ...

4. Coral Cyprus and Shell-branded service stations once again supported Meet the Legends, Cyprus’ major celebration of classic motorcycles

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/coral-cyprus-and-shell-branded-service-stations-once-again-supported-meet-the-legends-cyprus-major-celebration-of-classic-motorcycles

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) supported Meet the Legends once again this year as a sponsor, the ultimate event of the year for classic motorcycle enthusiasts in Cyprus. The event, organised by the Classic Motorcycle Club Cyprus, took place on Sunday, 7 June 2026, at Eleftheria Square in Nicosia, from 10:00 to 17:00. It brought together motorcycle enthusiasts, collectors and visitors of all ages....

5. Final day of Make Music Cyprus brings 52 performances across Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/final-day-of-make-music-cyprus-brings-52-performances-across-nicosia

Today is the final opportunity to experience Make Music Cyprus Festival 2026, as the largest edition in the event's history concludes with 52 performances and workshops spread across eight stages in Nicosia....

6. Nicosia says it’s turning things around, but traffic and bills still bite

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-says-it-s-turning-things-around-but-traffic-and-bills-still-bite

''During the first year, we simply kept quiet and worked,'' the Municipality of Nicosia said as it presented its two-year progress report, highlighting significant steps in financial recovery, organisational restructuring, and the development course of the capital....

7. School-area road barriers removed after criticism in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/school-area-road-barriers-removed-after-criticism-in-limassol

The Municipality of Limassol has removed a series of bollards installed on Thekla Lysioti Street following public complaints and ongoing discussions over the implementation of transport projects in the city....

8. 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....

9. Green Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026 ends with great success

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-agenda-cyprus-summit-2026-ends-with-great-success

The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026, Cyprus’ largest sustainability conference, was held with great success on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Hilton Nicosia, bringing together representatives from government, business, academia, and organizations, alongside distinguished speakers from Cyprus and abroad....

10. Constantinos Yiorkadjis at Green Agenda 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/constantinos-yiorkadjis-at-green-agenda-2026

The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the island’s largest sustainable development conference, 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....

11. European University Cyprus Students Support Special Olympics Cyprus through Volunteering and Community Service

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-university-cyprus-students-support-special-olympics-cyprus-through-volunteering-and-community-service

European University Cyprus (EUC) reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to community engagement, inclusion, and health promotion through the participation of its students in the Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Screening Event, held on April 29, 2026, in Nicosia....

12. Cypriot troops take on elite Best Warrior contest in New Jersey

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-troops-take-on-elite-best-warrior-contest-in-new-jersey

Cypriot personnel from the Cyprus National Guard took part in the 2026 “Best Warrior” military competition at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst from May 5 to 8, testing their endurance, tactical ability, and operational readiness alongside international counterparts....

13. The Annual Excellence Awards in Research and Teaching Announced at European University Cyprus

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....

14. Kostas Bakoyiannis, Dimitris K. Melissas and Byron Ioannou at Green Agenda 2026

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....

15. Former Rector, Prof. Kostas Gouliamos to speak at conference on Artificial Intelligence in Athens

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-rector-prof-kostas-gouliamos-to-speak-at-conference-on-artificial-intelligence-in-athens

Professor Kostas Gouliamos, former Rector of the European University Cyprus, has been invited by the Greek Teachers’ Federation (DOE) to participate as a speaker at a scientific two-day conference titled “Artificial Intelligence as an Educational and Social Challenge: Critiques, Approaches, Expectations and Practices.”...

16. Suspended mayor claims ''coordinated attack'' as rape case moves to trial

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspended-mayor-claims-coordinated-attack-as-rape-case-moves-to-trial

Suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos is pushing back against allegations that have shaken the local political scene, claiming he is the target of a ''coordinated and relentless attack'' aimed at destroying him politically and personally....

17. New voters to receive electoral booklets ahead of deadline

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....

18. Kathikas revives Good Friday cross procession tradition

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/kathikas-revives-good-friday-cross-procession-tradition

A Good Friday tradition was once again revived in the village of Kathikas, where residents and visitors gathered for a reenactment of Jesus Christ carrying the Holy Cross from the Praetorium to Golgotha....

19. Over 11,000 illegal fireworks confiscated so far in 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-11-000-illegal-fireworks-confiscated-so-far-in-2026

Authorities in Cyprus are continuing a nationwide effort to curb dangerous activities linked to Easter bonfires and firecrackers, with officials reporting thousands of confiscations already this year....

20. Akrotiri residents oppose antennas, but British bases can take the land anyway

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akrotiri-residents-oppose-antennas-but-british-bases-can-take-the-land-anyway

Residents in the Akrotiri area may have little say over a major new military installation planned near their homes after Kourion Mayor Pantelis Georgiou revealed that British Bases authorities legally have the power to requisition land even if the community objects....

21. ''Yes, I Can'': Inspiring Paralympic Photo Exhibition Takes Over Limassol’s Molos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/yes-i-can-inspiring-paralympic-photo-exhibition-takes-over-limassol-s-molos

The heart of Limassol has been transformed into a gallery of courage and resilience with the official opening of the “Yes, I Can” photo exhibition at the Molos seafront. ...

22. Discover the Healthier Side Of Larnaca at Smoothie Factory + Kitchen

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/discover-the-healthier-side-of-larnaca-at-smoothie-factory-kitchen

Larnaca has always loved brunch, but for years, brunch here meant something predictable: toast, omelettes, maybe a pastry on the side. Lately, though, the city has been craving something lighter, more intentional. A brunch that feels as good at 4pm as it does at 10am....

23. Athens exhibition highlights Nicosia’s divided history and human resilience

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-exhibition-highlights-nicosia-s-divided-history-and-human-resilience

A new exhibition opening in Athens is offering visitors a closer look at the lasting impact of division on Europe’s last divided capital, Nicosia, and the resilience of its residents....

24. Nicosia’s Ledra street set for €3.4 million facelift after decades of waiting

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-ledra-street-set-for-€3-4-million-facelift-after-decades-of-waiting

One of the busiest and most recognizable parts of Nicosia’s old town is about to get a long-awaited makeover, as restoration works along the Ledra–Onasagorou pedestrian area are set to begin shortly after Easter....

25. European Conference on Sustainable Tourism

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-conference-on-sustainable-tourism

The European Conference on Sustainable Tourism, held in Nicosia, marked the 20th anniversary of the Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative (CSTI), bringing together more than 300 participants from across Europe and beyond, including two European Commissioners among the speakers....

26. Reports claim possible drone strike at RAF Akrotiri late Sunday (UPDATE and VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reports-claim-possible-drone-strike-at-raf-akrotiri-late-sunday

Unconfirmed reports emerging on social media late Sunday suggested that Iranian weaponry may have struck the British air facility at RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus, though authorities have not verified the claims....

27. Nicosia tells Europe: cities know what people actually need

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-tells-europe-cities-know-what-people-actually-need

Ever wondered who actually fixes the potholes, deals with housing shortages, or scrambles during a heatwave? City halls do. And this week, Europe’s capital city mayors came together to remind Brussels of exactly that....

28. Nicosia’s biggest makeover yet: Green space and tech zone coming

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-biggest-makeover-yet-green-space-and-tech-zone-coming

After decades of continuous development in western Nicosia, city officials are moving closer to major plans that could transform the area with new green and innovation spaces....

29. Lapithos residents return to occupied village for first church service in seven years

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lapithos-residents-return-to-occupied-village-for-first-church-service-in-seven-years

After a seven-year break, former residents of Lapithos were able to return to the occupied town on Sunday, 8 February, to attend a Divine Liturgy at the church of Agios Theodoros, held on the saint’s feast day....

30. Nepotism allegations raised over public sector appointments in Polis Chrysochous

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nepotism-allegations-raised-over-public-sector-appointments-in-polis-chrysochous

Serious allegations of misconduct and procedural violations have been raised concerning recent hiring decisions at the Municipality of Polis Chrysochous, following a complaint submitted by Deputy Mayor of Kritou Terra, Dervis Charalambous....

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