https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/long-awaited-highway-finally-on-track-with-€330-million-price-tag
The long-delayed Polis Chrysochous-Paphos highway project, now estimated to cost a staggering €330 million, is finally moving forward with a completion target set for 2030-2032....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/data-center-emissions-skyrocket-662-beyond-what-they-claim
A analysis by The Guardian reveals that the actual greenhouse gas emissions from Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Apple’s data centers may be 7.6 times higher than what these companies officially report....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snowy-stroll-as-majestic-mouflon-spotted-in-troodos-mountains-video
In a captivating scene illustrating the unique wildlife and nature in Cyprus, a group of mouflon was recently spotted gracefully crossing a snow-blanketed road in the Troodos Mountains....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/it-was-a-low-bar
The Housing Grant Scheme for young couples and individuals up to 41 years of age was launched on 31 October 2024, with a target of 400 beneficiary applications and a total budget of €15 million. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-strengthens-its-international-commitment-to-conscious-nutrition-together-with-wwf
Lidl is advancing its commitment to conscious nutrition by further aligning its product range with the Planetary Health Diet (PHD)1 by 2050. By 2030, Lidl will increase the proportion of plant-based foods sold, such as plant-based protein sources, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, by 20 percent compared to 2022. As the first retailer to apply WWF’s methodology across all 31 Lidl countries with stores, Lidl brings transparency to its offerings across all food groups, empowering customers to make more environmentally conscious and healthier choices.
To address global challenges, like climate change, biodiversity loss and diet-related diseases we need to transform our food system2....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hamas-to-release-more-hostages-in-second-exchange
Hamas has announced plans to release the names of four hostages on Friday, who are set to be freed on Saturday as part of the second exchange in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-orders-release-of-secret-assassination-files
In a move stirring significant controversy, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the declassification of decades-old government records tied to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€14-7-million-u-s-backed-upgrade-to-transform-cyprus-airbase
The official announcement regarding the upgrade of the ''Andreas Papandreou'' airbase by the U.S. undoubtedly strengthens bilateral relations between the two countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/construction-permits-surge-in-2024-but-stumble-in-august-due-to-system-hiccups
Building activity in Cyprus showed strong momentum in the first eight months of 2024, with construction permits climbing 8.6% compared to the same period in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pay-as-you-throw-roadmap-agreed-despite-20-obstacles
A roadmap for implementing the "Pay as You Throw" system by municipalities and communities was agreed upon on Thursday during a meeting hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-left-high-and-dry-over-dam-failure
The Mavrokolympos dam has finally been emptied, leaving behind not just a dry reservoir but also a flood of frustration among Cypriots. The drastic measure was taken to address a technical failure,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/holier-than-thou-but-stuck-in-the-middle-ages
"I want to lead a saintly life, but the devil won’t let me," was a saying my late grandmother often repeated. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/$500-billion-ai-project-aims-to-transform-the-u-s-but-sparks-rivalries
President Donald Trump and leading tech executives have announced an ambitious $500 billion project, dubbed "Stargate," aimed at expanding AI data centers across the United States. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/aegean-tensions-and-cyprus-energy-ambitions
While Cyprus advances its energy ambitions, tensions between Greece and Turkey over the Aegean Sea persist....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-lending-boosted-by-interest-rates-and-government-plans
A favorable landscape for Cypriot borrowers is taking shape in 2025, laying the groundwork for a strong year in new lending....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-losing-confidence-in-solar-energy-amid-frequent-shutdowns
In recent years, Cyprus has been pushing hard to adopt renewable energy, particularly solar energy, by encouraging homeowners to install photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/water-crisis-looms-for-paphos-farmers
The Ministry of Agriculture is ramping up efforts to tackle water shortages in Paphos and ensure farmers have enough resources to sustain their crops. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/oroklini-to-receive-major-€12-million-upgrade-with-new-projects
Oroklini, a growing community near Larnaca, is gearing up for a major transformation, with a series of exciting projects set to enhance the area. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-€26-million-fund-to-boost-startups-in-cyprus
33East, a venture capital firm based in Cyprus, has launched its first fund with an initial close of €26 million. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-cyprus-supports-the-new-generation-of-green-entrepreneurs
The 3rd Trade Fair of the MindREset educational environmental programme, which took place on the weekend of January 18 and 19, 2025, at the Metropolis Mall in Larnaca, was successfully materialised....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-international-ombudsman-institute-advocating-for-fairness-and-justice-across-europe
The International Ombudsman Institute (IOI) is a global organization that brings together over 200 Ombudsman offices from more than 100 countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greek-companies-dominate-cyprus-market-with-expanding-investments
In recent years, a wave of Greek companies has been making significant strides in Cyprus, investing across various sectors and expanding their reach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-chief-warns-of-serious-violation-if-israel-annexes-west-bank
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres raised serious concerns today over the potential annexation of the West Bank by Israel, calling it a ''very serious violation of international law.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-declares-immigration-emergency-in-first-act
On his first day back in the White House, President Donald Trump hit the ground running, signing a wave of executive actions aimed at undoing much of his predecessor’s legacy. The day was packed with bold decisions, controversial pardons, and a few unexpected twists....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-to-launch-22-onassis-public-schools-in-disadvantaged-areas
The Greek government, in collaboration with the Onassis Foundation, is launching 22 ''Onassis Public Schools'' to bring transformative changes to public education in underprivileged areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uncontrolled-water-leak-at-mavrokolympos-dam-raises-fears-of-ecological-disaster
A significant and uncontrolled water outflow from the Mavrokolympos Dam in the Paphos region has raised alarm over potential ecological and agricultural consequences. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/vanity-fair-s-shift-on-harry-and-meghan
It’s a significant shift that Vanity Fair, a publication known for its in-depth reporting, recently published an article titled “American Hustle” about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mainly-clear-monday-with-mild-temps-rain-on-the-horizon
Good morning! Today, it looks like mild high pressure is giving us a break from any dramatic weather, so expect a mainly clear day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tiktok-goes-dark-in-the-us-what-happened-and-what-s-next
TikTok, the popular social media app, disappeared from U.S. app stores late Saturday night after a federal law banning its operation came into effect. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-tariff-plans-could-hurt-cyprus-economy
The looming inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has stirred concern across the Eurozone, and Cyprus is no exception....
