https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/winter-olympics-flame-lit-in-olympia-begins-its-journey-to-italy
The Olympic flame for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games was lit this week in Olympia, the very place where the ancient Games began more than 2,700 years ago....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-airlines-flight-draws-concern-after-low-pass-over-free-areas
A Turkish Airlines plane sparked brief concern Monday night when it flew at a low altitude over the Republic-controlled areas, according to several residents who reported seeing the aircraft around 9:10 p.m....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sudden-hailstorms-blanket-limassol-and-larnaca
A brief but intense hailstorm swept through Limassol and Larnaca on Tuesday morning, turning streets white and giving residents an early taste of winter....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/festive-sips-wagging-tails-holidays-at-bean-bar
This festive season, Bean Bar, the favourite brand of coffee lovers, is launching limited-edition flavours and actively supporting Simba Animal Aid....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-filling-up-fast-as-christmas-tourism-hits-record-highs
Cyprus is heading into the Christmas season with hotels filling fast and tourist bookings reaching new highs. Officials say the island remains one of Europe’s favorite winter destinations, with occupancy rates already strong and last-minute reservations expected to push them even higher....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ryanair-loses-eindhoven-landing-slots-as-european-network-cuts-deepen
Ryanair has been stripped of two landing slots at Eindhoven Airport after Dutch regulators concluded the airline repeatedly operated certain flights behind schedule, according to a report from the Eindhovens Dagblad....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/out-about/christmas-magic-returns-to-limassol-after-three-years
After a three-year break, Limassol is getting its sparkle back. EUROBANK is bringing the city’s most magical holiday experience, Limassol Christmas Land, to life starting November 19, filling the heart of the city with lights, music, laughter, and endless festive fun....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/5-cashback-on-mple-for-heating-fuels-from-shell-service-stations
Winter is approaching and Shell service stations, in collaboration with Eurobank, are offering you warmth with added value! Earn 5% cashback on the Mple Rewards app for purchases of heating fuels....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-coronavirus-variant-linked-to-severe-sore-throat-experts-say
A newly identified coronavirus variant, detected in recent weeks, is contributing to fluctuating infection rates globally, said Dr. Petros Karagiannis in a recent interview with Sigma's 'Protoselido' (Front Page) TV program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-report-wednesday-edition
Good morning, beautiful people! Yes, it's Wednesday, which means we've successfully survived half the week, and nature is celebrating... by possibly throwing a temper tantrum....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/households-told-to-save-water-while-companies-pump-unchecked
As Cyprus urges households to cut back on water use amid one of the driest years in a decade, mounting criticism points to a glaring gap: while families face restrictions and fines, large companies continue using vast amounts of water with little oversight....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/low-demand-and-lack-of-storage-forcing-cyprus-to-cut-solar-power-output
As Cyprus heads into winter, some households have already begun experiencing cuts to their photovoltaic (PV) system output....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-weather-when-the-sky-can-t-decide-what-outfit-to-wear
A weak low-pressure system has shuffled into the area, dragging along some thin, high-level dust like it forgot to tidy up before showing up....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/blue-dogs-spotted-at-chernobyl-leave-experts-puzzled
Something strange, and oddly colorful, is happening in Chernobyl. A few stray dogs living in the Exclusion Zone around the abandoned nuclear plant have been spotted with bright blue fur, baffling animal rescuers and sparking wild speculation online....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-hits-record-highs-€2-47-billion-in-eight-months
Tourism in Cyprus is booming. August alone brought in €581.8 million, up nearly 14% from last year, while total earnings from January through August hit €2.47 billion, marking a 16.5% increase compared with the same period in 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-aids-gaza-with-winter-shelter-and-food-supplies-photos-and-video
Humanitarian organizations coordinated through a maritime corridor from Cyprus have delivered critical shelter and food supplies to families in Gaza, officials said Friday, as winter approaches and living conditions for displaced residents deteriorate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-weather-slightly-cloudy-mostly-chill
A weak low-pressure system is hanging around, probably because it forgot its calendar, or maybe it’s just here to watch us squint at the sky....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-weather-sunshine-with-a-side-of-confusion
It’s Monday, which means the universe has hit “snooze” again. Low pressure is loitering in the area, possibly looking for motivation or just avoiding responsibilities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cars-get-stuck-in-larnaca-salt-lake-authorities-lose-their-cool
Two cars have once again found themselves stuck in the Larnaca Salt Lake, prompting frustration and fines from local authorities who say enough is enough....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/photos-of-october-s-spectacular-harvest-supermoon-lighting-up-the-cyprus-sky
The first supermoon of 2025, known as the “Harvest Moon,” made its appearance on Tuesday night (07/10). It is the largest and brightest full moon of the year. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/college-degrees-don-t-guarantee-success-anymore-linkedin-ceo-says
The days when a degree from a top university guaranteed a high-paying job are over, according to LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky, who says the global job market is shifting faster than ever, and traditional education is no longer a ''golden ticket'' to career success....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-s-giant-flamingo-takes-flight-from-concrete-eyesore-to-city-icon
What was once a dull, grey concrete tank standing at the entrance to Larnaca has now been transformed into a striking work of art, a monumental flamingo that welcomes visitors as they drive into the city. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-rolls-out-new-treatment-to-protect-babies-from-dangerous-winter-virus
Cyprus’ Health Ministry has introduced a new preventive treatment for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), aiming to cut hospital admissions among infants and young children during the upcoming winter season....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mavrokolympos-back-in-service-what-we-re-waiting-for-now-is-rain
The Mavrokolympos dam in Paphos, whose sudden damage earlier this year triggered water shortages and forced Cyprus to import mobile desalination units, has finally been repaired, authorities announced....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-pledges-€40m-to-keep-ukrainians-warm-this-winter
As Ukraine braces for its fourth winter under Russian attack, the European Union is sending an extra €40 million in humanitarian aid to help civilians survive freezing temperatures and war damage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-restaurants-feel-the-pinch-as-tourists-dine-in-instead-of-out
Cyprus’ restaurants and entertainment venues are feeling the squeeze this year, as more tourists choose to eat at home, order delivery, or rely on all-inclusive hotel packages instead of dining out....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/there-is-no-quick-fix-to-the-ukrainian-question
They did not allow a repeat of last winter’s scene, when President Zelensky was left alone at the mercy of Trump. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/record-mosquito-borne-virus-cases-in-europe-ecdc-warns-of-‘new-normal
A record number of mosquito-borne disease cases have been reported in Europe this year, with health officials warning that climate change is fueling longer and more intense transmission seasons....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tourism-hits-new-highs-but-winter-still-gets-the-cold-shoulder
Cyprus’ tourism industry may be smashing records, but its biggest headache hasn’t gone away: most of the visitors still come when the sun is blazing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/potima-s-mobile-desalination-unit-kicks-in-to-quench-paphos
A new mobile desalination unit began pumping out drinking water Monday in Potima, offering a much-needed boost to the drought-hit Paphos district....