https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-life-sea-views-city-buzz—and-monaco-prices-almost
Life in Limassol is not just more expensive on paper—or in the minds of Cypriots. The figures now confirm that living in the coastal city costs more than living in the capital, with housing creating the biggest burden....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/search-continues-for-missing-75-year-old-in-kampos
Search efforts are continuing in Kampos tis Tsakistras for 75-year-old Erato Athanasiou Zizirou, known to residents as Toula, following her disappearance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/hangovers-are-officially-passe
The other day, dear reader, I found myself studying statistical maps that attempted to chart the drinking habits of the United Kingdom and continental Europe. Quite remarkably, for once, they had found something they agreed on....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-growing-footprint-of-the-israeli-presence
In Latchi, Trozena and Polemidia—three very different parts of Cyprus—three separate Israeli-backed developments are under way....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-sets-new-standards-in-advertising-children-s-products
Beginning in August, Lidl launches an international partnership with PAW Patrol in Cyprus and 29 other countries, setting a new standard in advertising children’s products....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-do-you-solve-a-problem-like-maria-one-‘xronia-polla-at-a-time
If you have a Maria, Mary, Maroula, Panayiota, or Panayiotis in your contacts, consider this your reminder. If you have several, perhaps start sending messages now....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/look-up-tonight-cyprus-gets-a-front-row-seat-to-the-perseids
If you are outside tonight, step away from the lights, put down your phone for a few minutes, and look up. Cyprus is expected to have one of its best views in years of the Perseid meteor shower....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-died-one-man-went-to-prison-now-he-has-been-acquitted
For five years, Cyprus believed someone had been held responsible for the devastating Arakapas fire....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-does-a-simple-walk-through-nicosia-feel-like-an-obstacle-course
''All public pavements, pedestrian streets, squares and other public spaces must be constructed in a way that ensures the continuous and unobstructed movement of pedestrians, particularly people with disabilities or reduced mobility. All necessary measures must also be taken to prevent accidents caused by slipping, falling, or colliding with obstacles.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thirteen-minutes-to-defend-30-months-in-office
Thirteen minutes is a long time in politics. For outgoing Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou, it was enough time to give a fairly glowing account of her 30 months in office....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-construction-sector-strong-momentum-meets-rising-uncertainty
The latest Q1 2026 data confirm that Cyprus' construction sector continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, supported by a strong investment pipeline, expanding construction activity and healthy business confidence. Building permits, production and lending indicators all remain consistent with sustained sectoral growth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reshuffle-leaves-a-bitter-taste-as-government-allies-question-christodoulides
The much-discussed and long-awaited Cabinet reshuffle has left a bitter taste among most political parties, with some potentially reconsidering their relationship with President Nikos Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/what-s-happening-in-cyprus-this-week-august-5-11
Discover some of the concerts, festivals, film screenings, and family events taking place across Cyprus between August 5 and 11....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/old-gsp-gets-ready-to-eat-drink-and-shop-as-phc-group-takes-over
The commercial operation of five premises at Nicosia's Old GSP redevelopment has been awarded to Catercom Catering, part of PHC Franchised Restaurants Public Ltd, following a decision by Nicosia Municipality....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reshuffle-drama-went-down-to-the-wire-as-parties-fought-for-influence
President Nikos Christodoulides may have repeatedly said in recent days that a reshuffle is not announced in advance but simply announced when the time comes.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-near-stavrovouni-state-forest-contained-after-rapid-response
A wildfire that broke out near the Stavrovouni State Forest on Tuesday afternoon was brought under control within 40 minutes, preventing damage to the protected woodland....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/italy-suspends-schengen-travel-with-spain-while-tens-of-thousands-voluntarily-return-to-morocco
A migration emergency in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has caused a sharp diplomatic rift across the European Union, prompting Italy to suspend border-free travel with Spain while tens of thousands of migrants head back across the border to Morocco....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-projects-that-could-transform-cyprus-are-waiting-for-one-final-yes
Imagine a brand-new city rising where Larnaca's old oil refineries once stood, a world-class medical campus opening in Nicosia and a new international school welcoming nearly 2,000 students in Limassol. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scooters-seized-as-paphos-police-report-132-mobility-device-offences-this-year
Police have recorded 132 offences involving electric scooters and other personal mobility devices across Paphos district since the beginning of 2026, reflecting increased enforcement of the rules governing where and how the vehicles can be used....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/€1-million-boutique-tourist-development-approved-for-akamas-village
A €1 million tourist development featuring six boutique accommodation units is set to be built in the village of Inia, in the Municipality of Akamas, after receiving the green light from the Environmental Authority....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-year-later-limassol-communities-remember-the-wildfire-that-changed-everything
Two of our fellow citizens lost their lives. The green turned black. Homes were burned; 125 square kilometers of land were reduced to ashes. Forests and agricultural areas were consumed by flames. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/limassol-mall-is-coming-but-can-the-roads-handle-it
The progress of the Limassol Mall project has once again brought the issue of traffic congestion in eastern Limassol to the forefront, with calls growing for urgent upgrades to the city’s road network....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-faneromeni-26-art-festival-at-bank-of-cyprus-cultural-foundation
The musical performance “TRACKS: Echo of Now, Rhythm of Yesterday” draws its inspiration from the concept of a “path” that is organically carved out through use rather than construction....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/leptos-estates-launches-bel-air-gardens-a-new-garden-inspired-residential-community-in-yeroskipou
Leptos Estates announces the launch of Bel Air Gardens, a new residential development in Yeroskipou, Paphos, created for a balanced and connected way of life. Combining 112 contemporary residences with landscaped outdoor spaces, a central swimming pool and a welcoming community environment, the development introduces a fresh lifestyle concept just minutes from the city and the beach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/limassol-s-fire-hit-community-leaders-honored-for-their-courage-and-resilience
In an emotional and deeply moving atmosphere, 13 community leaders from fire-affected areas of mountainous Limassol were honored on Tuesday night, June 30, 2026, for their valuable contribution in responding to last year’s devastating wildfire, both during the dramatic hours and days of the disaster and throughout the recovery period that followed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-village-honors-cyprus-heroes-isaak-and-solomou-30-years-later
Thirty years after the deaths of Tasos Isaak and Solomos Solomou, a Greek village with a symbolic connection to Cyprus has honored their memory by naming a public square after the two Cypriots.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-institute-of-neurology-and-genetics-opens-massive-new-€31m-campus-extension
The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) has officially inaugurated a massive new facility at its campus, marking the largest infrastructure expansion in the prominent research organization’s decades-long history....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-launches-criminal-inquiry-into-former-president-and-tycoon-over-corruption-report
Five independent criminal investigators have been appointed by the Council of Ministers to probe corruption allegations originating from the book "Mafia State" by journalist Makarios Drousiotis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-turns-police-water-cannons-into-cooling-stations-to-beat-the-heat
If it feels hot in Cyprus, you are not imagining it, but right now, much of Europe is going through something even more extreme....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/finally-a-place-built-for-them-cyprus-plans-first-specialist-day-center-for-adults-with-severe-autism
A long-awaited specialized day care center for adults with severe autism is moving a step closer in Cyprus after an architectural competition for the project attracted strong interest and selected eight standout designs from 37 submissions....
