https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-probes-major-porn-sites-over-child-safety-concerns
The European Union has opened formal investigations into four major pornography websites (Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX and XVideos) over alleged failures to protect minors from exposure to adult content, the European Commission announced Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/half-of-teens-wish-the-internet-didn-t-exist-survey-finds
Nearly half of teenagers say they’d rather grow up in a world without the internet, according to a new UK study highlighting the growing concerns young people have about the impact of social media on their mental health....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/it-s-a-finny-thing-shark-spotted-off-paphos-coast-video
A shark captured on video near the coast of Paphos has drawn widespread attention online, prompting public concern but reassurances from authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/did-you-see-rihanna-in-cyprus-last-week-neither-did-we-but-you-might-ve-thought-so
It wasn’t Rihanna who took the stage in Cyprus on May 16, but for over 2,000 fans at EATmosphere in Nicosia, it might as well have been....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/dubai-chocolate-craze-sparks-global-pistachio-shortage
You’d never guess that a fancy chocolate bar from Dubai could shake up the global nut market, but that’s exactly what’s happened....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/silicon-valley-backed-trump-but-gets-no-favor-in-return
Silicon Valley's top tech titans may have bet big on Donald Trump’s second term, but they’re finding little return on their investment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/violent-confrontation-in-oroklini-leaves-man-seriously-injured-infant-hospitalized-videos
A violent confrontation erupted on Saturday at an apartment complex in Oroklini, Larnaca, leaving a foreign man seriously injured and a 9-month-old infant hospitalized as a precaution....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-in-limassol-residence
A fire broke out in a residence in the Omonia area of Limassol on Sunday night, causing damage to the living room and affecting the entire interior of the house due to heat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/second-fatal-fire-in-a-week-as-33-year-old-dies-in-limassol-blaze
Limassol is reeling from another fire-related tragedy, just days after a family of five lost their lives in their sleep due to a suspected faulty electrical appliance. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-geniuses-behind-cyprus-energy-farce
For those of you who thought that the TikTok videos where a wanted criminal chats with the police were the most absurd thing to happen this week, you were wrong....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-cyprus-cabinet-s-romantic-february-14-meeting
On Friday, February 14th, President of Cyprus called for an emergency Cabinet meeting. Naturally, many assumed it was to discuss Valentine’s Day – flowers, chocolates, etc. – ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-fire-tragedy-victims-identified-as-authorities-probe-cause
Authorities have released the names of the five family members who perished in a devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning, as investigations continue into what sparked the deadly blaze....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-celebrates-9-million-passenger-milestone-in-cyprus
Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline , proudly announces a major milestone in Cyprus, surpassing 9 million passengers transported to and from Larnaca International Airport since launching operations in the country. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-future-of-steam-amplifying-girls-voices-and-inspiring-change
A landmark event celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in STEAM is set to take place on Saturday, 15 February 2025, at the University of Cyprus, titled "Empowered Futures: Celebrating Girls and Women in STEAM"....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-connects-you-with-europe-s-most-romantic-destinations-from-cyprus-this-valentine-s-day
Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline , is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day with a special Buy One, Get One Half Price promotion—helping travelers create unforgettable moments in Europe’s most romantic cities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-chase-leads-to-arrest-of-25-year-old-driver-video
A police chase in Limassol on Thursday, January 30, ended with the arrest of a 25-year-old Syrian man who attempted to evade officers during a routine patrol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/trump-backs-elon-musk-as-potential-tiktok-buyer
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for the idea of Elon Musk purchasing TikTok, the popular social media platform owned by China's ByteDance. ...
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/tech-giants-and-high-profile-figures-attend-trump-s-inauguration-service
Tech leaders and media moguls were front and center at the inauguration of President-elect Trump today...
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/business/tiktok-faces-u-s-shutdown-by-this-sunday-could-europe-be-next
TikTok, the global social media sensation with 170 million monthly users in the U.S., is set to shut down its operations in America this Sunday, Jan. 19....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-justice-system-meets-police-academy
Former Justice Minister Nikos Kosis likened recent prisoner escapes to a slapstick comedy featuring Thanasis Veggos, the beloved Greek comedian. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/democracy-s-final-form-when-digital-capitalism-perfects-the-free-market-of-power
The convergence of two recent developments signals a profound transformation in how democracy operates in the digital age....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/walmart-s-$100-birkin-dupe-sparks-debate-and-raises-eyebrows
Walmart has caused a stir in the fashion world by offering a knockoff of the renowned Hermès Birkin bag, priced between $78 and $100—far less than the luxury version, which typically starts at $10,000...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-plan-to-reclaim-the-panama-canal-raises-eyebrows
President-elect Donald Trump laid out a dramatic vision for his return to the White House during a speech in Phoenix, Arizona, mixing familiar promises with controversial new proposals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/finland-s-schools-lead-the-charge-against-fake-news-starting-young
In Finland, teaching children how to spot fake news begins as early as preschool, and by the time students reach middle school, they’re adept at analyzing media with a critical eye. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/successful-phd-symposium-showcases-groundbreaking-research-at-the-unic-s-media-and-communications-phd-programme
The annual PhD Symposium hosted by the University of Nicosia Department of Communications on Thursday, December 7th, proved to be a resounding success, drawing a diverse audience of academics, alumni, current students, and professionals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/temu-s-tempting-deals-are-a-double-edged-sword-for-cypriot-shoppers
Temu, an emerging e-commerce platform, offers an extensive range of products, from gadgets and household goods to clothing and toys, at remarkably low prices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/internet-sleuths-go-silent-on-ceo-s-murder
In the wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder in New York City, a striking silence has emerged from the typically active online community of amateur internet sleuths....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/australia-to-ban-under-16s-from-social-media-in-global-first
Australia’s government plans to introduce what it describes as "world-leading" legislation that would prohibit children under 16 from using social media, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced....