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1. Greeks call for accountability 2 years after Tempe train tragedy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greeks-calling-for-accountability-2-years-after-tempe-train-tragedy

Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....

2. Paphos crematorium plans go up in smoke

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-crematorium-plans-go-up-in-smoke

The construction of Cyprus’ first crematorium, planned for the Paphos region, has been pushed back to 2026....

3. Finally! The night we've all been waiting for! (No, not Eurovision)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/finally-the-night-we-ve-all-been-waiting-for-no-not-eurovision

Finally! The night we've all been waiting for. Tonight at 7 p.m., Cyprus will witness a grand moment—not the Eurovision finals, but something equally thrilling (or so we’re told)....

4. Cyprus marks Holocaust remembrance day with solemn event in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-holocaust-remembrance-day-with-solemn-event-in-nicosia

In a solemn ceremony last night, held at the Melina Mercouri Hall, Cyprus joined the global community in observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the six million Jews and millions of others who perished in one of history’s darkest chapters....

5. Despite arrest warrant, Netanyahu granted 'free' access to Auschwitz ceremony

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/despite-arrest-warrant-netanyahu-granted-free-access-to-auschwitz-ceremony

Poland has confirmed that it will grant Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, free access to the upcoming 80th anniversary commemoration of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation....

6. Germany: Nine year old among the dead, 200 injured

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-nine-year-old-among-the-dead-200-injured

A festive evening in the eastern German city of Magdeburg turned into a horrific tragedy on Friday when a car drove through a crowded Christmas market, killing five people, including a nine-year-old child, and injuring more than 200 others....

7. Snapshots of an otherworldly presence

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/snapshots-of-an-otherworldly-presence

Andros Efstathiou's photography exhibition "Nicosia International Airport" opens on Friday, December 13th. ...

8. Israeli Embassy slams ICC's arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-embassy-slams-icc-s-arrest-warrants-for-netanyahu-and-gallant

In a strong rebuttal to the International Criminal Court's (ICC) recent arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, the Israeli Embassy in Cyprus accused the court of undermining its own credibility and legitimacy....

9. Student killed in overloaded car, driver six times over legal limit

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/student-killed-in-overloaded-car-driver-six-times-over-legal-limit

Authorities in Nicosia are continuing their investigation into a fatal car crash that killed 20-year-old Irini Kontogiorgou, a Greek university student, early Sunday morning....

10. A night of remembrance as Israel honors victims of the Oct 7th massacre

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-night-of-remembrance-as-israel-honors-victims-of-the-oct-7th-massacre

On the evening of October 7, 2024, the Israeli Embassy organized a poignant memorial ceremony at the Hilton Hotel in Nicosia, Cyprus. ...

11. Hezbollah strikes Haifa as Israel marks one year since Hamas attack on festival

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hezbollah-strikes-haifa-as-israel-marks-one-year-since-hamas-attack-on-festival

Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel's third-largest city, Haifa, early Monday, coinciding with the first anniversary of the Gaza war, which has heightened tensions across the Middle East....

12. Tito Jackson, Jackson 5 founding member, dies at 70

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tito-jackson-jackson-5-founding-member-dies-at-70

Tito Jackson, a founding member of the iconic Jackson 5, has passed away at age 70. His death was first reported by "Entertainment Tonight," with confirmation from family friend Steve Manning and his nephew Siggy Jackson....

13. U.S. Embassy honors 50th anniversary of Ambassador Davies and Antoinette Varnava’s deaths

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-embassy-honors-50th-anniversary-of-ambassador-davies-and-antoinette-varnava-s-deaths

The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia held a series of solemn ceremonies on Monday to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the deaths of Ambassador Rodger Davies and Cypriot Embassy employee Antoinette Varnava, who were killed on August 19, 1974, during a tumultuous period in Cyprus....

14. Bangladesh PM resigns, flees to India amidst Gen Z-led protests

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bangladesh-pm-resigns-flees-to-india-amidst-gen-z-led-protests

Jubilant scenes erupted in Dhaka on Monday after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country following weeks of deadly anti-government protests. ...

15. MEP Fidias defends actions in video after memorial event dispute

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mep-fidias-defends-actions-in-video-after-memorial-event-dispute

Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou released a three-minute video responding to accusations......

16. Cyprus commemorates half a century since Turkish invasion

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-commemorates-half-a-century-since-turkish-invasion

Half a century has passed since the tragic morning of July 20, 1974, when Turkish forces invaded Cyprus, marking the start of a prolonged period of death, destruction, and occupation that persists to this day. ...

17. Erdogan leads a grand spectacle and provocation in occupied territories

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-leads-a-grand-spectacle-and-provocation-in-occupied-territories

On the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in July 1974, Ankara is staging its largest ''celebration'' in the occupied territories, replete with multiple symbolisms and a display of military power led by the amphibious aircraft carrier...

18. Erdogan and Tatar reject federal solution on 50th anniversary (pics)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-and-tatar-reject-federal-solution-on-50th-anniversary

Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in July 1974. Over half a century later, Cyprus remains in the same status quo as it had after that fateful day. Consequently, poignant memorials were held across the island, including in the occupied areas....

19. Armed convoy of 800 fighters from Paphos to Nicosia marred by tragedy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/armed-convoy-of-800-fighters-from-paphos-to-nicosia-marred-by-tragedy

In recent months, a freshly painted bus from another era has been placed in a shelter near the roundabout at the Paphos General Hospital....

20. 50 years since the 1974 coup in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/50-years-since-the-1974-coup-in-cyprus

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the July 15, 1974, coup d'état in Cyprus, orchestrated by the junta regime in Athens with the participation of EOKA B'....

21. World leaders unite to honor the fallen

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-leaders-unite-to-honor-the-fallen

On the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, world leaders gathered in Normandy, France to commemorate the pivotal moment in World War II....

22. Turkish Cypriot leader's Australian diplomatic debut

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-leader-s-australian-diplomatic-debut-shadows-population-data-discrepancy

Ersin Tatar, the first Turkish Cypriot leader to visit Australia, made headlines as he embarked on a significant diplomatic mission. Reports from the "presidency" reveal that Tatar recently toured the country, marking a pivotal moment in Turkish Cypriot-Australian relations....

23. Europe and the onus lying on our shoulders

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/europe-and-the-onus-lying-on-our-shoulders

On May 9th , 1950, the foundations were laid for the creation of the greatest peace project ever in human history. It was back then when the French Foreign Minister, Robert Schuman presented the "Schuman Declaration," which was actually proposing the creation of the European Coal and Steel Community initially between France and West Germany....

24. Cyprus marks 50 years since Turkish invasion with monument

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-50-years-since-turkish-invasion-with-monument

President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, unveiled Tuesday a 1974 Prisoners of War monument in the Square that was also renamed, in front of the Armenian cemetery just before the Ledra Pallas roadblock in Nicosia....

25. Rutland reveals first ever statue of Queen Elizabeth II

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rutland-reveals-first-ever-statue-of-queen-elizabeth-ii

A statue of Queen Elizabeth II, thought to be the first permanent memorial to the late monarch, has been unveiled in Rutland....

26. Tight security as Russia bids farewell to Navalny

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tight-security-as-russia-bids-farewell-to-navalny

Hundreds gathered in Moscow to say their goodbyes to Alexei Navalny at a funeral under heavy police presence. Navalny, a prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin, died under unexplained circumstances in an Arctic penal colony....

27. Russian detain over 300 paying tribute to Alexei Navalny

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-detain-over-300-paying-tribute-to-alexei-navalny

Amidst global outcry, Russians mourn the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, detained in an Arctic prison, as more than 300 individuals face arrest for paying their respects....

28. Terrorist attacks mar Soleimani memorial with 20 fatalities

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/terrorist-attacks-mar-soleimani-memorial-with-20-fatalities

In a solemn ceremony commemorating the 2020 death of Qassem Soleimani, tragedy unfolded near a cemetery in Iran as two explosions, attributed to 'terrorist attacks,' resulted in the loss of at least 20 lives and left dozens wounded, according to Iranian officials on Wednesday....

29. Decoding the tragic legacy from 'Helios' airplane crash to bus blazes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/decoding-the-tragic-legacy-from-helios-airplane-crash-to-bus-blazes

Miraculously, there is no other explanation for the situation with the "crazy" school buses. They catch fire, burn up in the good seats, break down on long downhill grades, and, it is whispered, have a whole host of other problems....

30. Zelenskyy's unspoken strategy for Ukraine's victory

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zelenskyy-s-unspoken-strategy-for-ukraine-s-victory

Ukraine's counteroffensive is still on track and will achieve its set goals by the end of the year, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday....

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