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18 December, 2025
 

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1. Mobile speed cameras could soon be hard to miss

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mobile-speed-cameras-could-soon-be-hard-to-miss

A new bill submitted to Parliament would require all vehicles carrying mobile speed cameras to display a visible light on their roofs while in operation, lawmakers said Thursday....

2. Nicosia crossing set for major upgrade thanks to the EU

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-crossing-set-for-major-upgrade-thanks-to-the-eu

The European Union is funding an expansion of the Agios Dometios Crossing Point, one of the busiest border crossings in Nicosia, aiming to make travel smoother and safer for both vehicles and pedestrians....

3. PwC Foundation: Volunteering Days 2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pwc-foundation-volunteering-days-2025

Driven by a strong sense of responsibility and profound social awareness, PwC Cyprus and the PwC Foundation rallied their team across Cyprus once again for the annual Volunteering Days 2025. ...

4. Makarios Avenue struggles to reclaim its glory despite makeover

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/makarios-avenue-struggles-to-reclaim-its-glory-despite-makeover

No one doubts that Makarios Avenue in Nicosia is facing serious commercial challenges. This has been one of the city’s most discussed and critical issues for some time now....

5. Widespread Cloudflare outage sends major websites offline worldwide

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/widespread-cloudflare-outage-sends-major-websites-offline-worldwide

Cloudflare resolved a major service disruption on Tuesday that temporarily took down a wide range of prominent websites and online platforms around the world....

6. Tourists climb ancient Limassol monument, sparking outrage

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourists-climb-ancient-limassol-monument-sparking-outrage

Visitors to the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates in Limassol were recently caught on camera climbing parts of the ancient monument, apparently treating the centuries-old site as little more than a selfie backdrop....

7. Strategic link to Brussels: Aegean cleared for takeoff

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/strategic-link-to-brussels-aegean-cleared-for-takeoff

The Department of Civil Aviation and Aegean Airlines are expected to sign a contract in the coming days to establish direct flights between Larnaca and Brussels (Zaventem Airport)....

8. Lawmakers tackle lack of assistance dogs for people with disabilities

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lawmakers-tackle-lack-of-assistance-dogs-for-people-with-disabilities

Lawmakers in Cyprus are moving to establish the legal right of people with disabilities to be accompanied by assistance dogs, confronting a major hurdle: the country currently has no certified assistance dogs and little government support....

9. BoC Fintech Hackathon 6.0: Empowering Innovation in the New Era of Fintech

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/boc-fintech-hackathon-6-0-empowering-innovation-in-the-new-era-of-fintech

The 6th BoC Fintech Hackathon, organized by the Bank of Cyprus, was held at the IDEA Innovation Centre from 10–12 October 2025, and concluded with resounding success....

10. Big shake-up coming for Cyprus’ taxi industry

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/big-shake-up-coming-for-cyprus-taxi-industry

Major changes are coming to Cyprus’ taxi industry, with the government preparing a sweeping reform aimed at cleaning up a system long plagued by unfair practices, illegal operators, and inconsistent pricing....

11. Driver parks on sidewalk, tells citizen: ''Go ahead, report me!''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/driver-parks-on-sidewalk-tells-citizen-go-ahead-report-me

Illegal parking on sidewalks, a daily nuisance across Cyprus, once again sparked anger this week, after a driver in Limassol left her car blocking pedestrian access and got into a heated exchange with a passerby....

12. Lidl launches international campaign ''Lidl. More to Value.'' with a clear message to the people

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-launches-international-campaign-lidl-more-to-value-with-a-clear-message-to-the-people

Today, Lidl launches its first international brand campaign in 31 European countries under the claim “Lidl. More to Value.”. This campaign is more than just an advertising message - it is a promise and an emotional bridge to our customers....

13. Genikes Insurance and Eurolife recognize that accessibility is a right for all

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/genikes-insurance-and-eurolife-recognize-that-accessibility-is-a-right-for-all

With respect to the needs of every customer, Genikes Insurance and Eurolife implement accessibility programs, ensuring equal access for all citizens to their products and services....

14. European University Cyprus to host major international conference on Assistive Technology

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-university-cyprus-to-host-major-international-conference-on-assistive-technology

“Every person with a disability has the right to have access to appropriate and affordable assistive technologies” according to Evert-Jan Hoogerwerf, Secretary General of the Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe, who was in Cyprus recently to prepare for the Association’s biannual conference this autumn....

15. President of Disabled People's Organization: Disability in Cyprus means destitution

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-of-disabled-people-s-organization-disability-in-cyprus-means-destitution

People with disabilities in Cyprus face widespread poverty due to state policies that tie support to strict income criteria, the head of the Cyprus Confederation of Disabled People’s Organizations....

16. Disability group accuses Paralimni Municipality of discrimination on beaches

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/disability-group-accuses-paralimni-municipality-of-discrimination-on-beaches

The Cyprus Confederation of Organizations of the Disabled (KYSOA) has condemned what it calls the Municipality of Paralimni’s “continuing discriminatory behavior” toward people with disabilities on the area’s beaches....

17. Bank of Cyprus: Enhancing accessibility for an inclusive society

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-of-cyprus-enhancing-accessibility-for-an-inclusive-society

Bank of Cyprus is taking dynamic steps to ensure equal access for all citizens to its services, regardless of disability. ...

18. 70,000 units of blood collected annually from voluntary donors in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/70-000-units-of-blood-collected-annually-from-voluntary-donors-in-cyprus

Cyprus collects about 70,000 units of blood each year through voluntary donations, placing the country among the top in Europe in meeting its national blood supply needs, the Ministry of Health said Friday....

19. Cyprus slips in Blue Flag rankings but holds firm on coastal quality

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-slips-in-blue-flag-rankings-but-holds-firm-on-coastal-quality

Cyprus saw a slight decline in its internationally recognized beach quality ratings this year, with 64 beaches and two marinas receiving Blue Flag certification for 2025, down from 76 beaches in 2024....

20. Woman rescued from sea caves in Famagusta

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-rescued-from-sea-caves-in-famagusta

A woman was rescued Sunday afternoon from the Sea Caves area in Famagusta by crews from the Famagusta Fire Station, according to the Cyprus Fire Service....

21. Over €620,000 in upgrades heading to Polis and nearby villages

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/over-€620-000-in-upgrades-heading-to-polis-and-nearby-villages

In a welcome boost for the Paphos district, more than €620,000 in grants will soon flow into Polis Chrysochous and surrounding communities as part of a government push to breathe new life into rural, mountainous, and remote areas....

22. Cypriots worry AI threatens artists’ livelihoods, Eurobarometer survey finds

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-worry-ai-threatens-artists-livelihoods-eurobarometer-survey-finds

A majority of Cypriots are concerned that artificial intelligence could harm the livelihoods of artists, according to a Eurobarometer survey published Thursday, reflecting wider European unease about the role of AI in the cultural sector....

23. Why London’s real estate market remains one of the most liquid in the world

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-london-s-real-estate-market-remains-one-of-the-most-liquid-in-the-world

London’s property market has long been considered a safe bet for investors. The reason? It’s all about liquidity. ...

24. Libertex and Apollon Wheelchair Basketball Team: Teamwork, respect, and resilience

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/libertex-and-apollon-wheelchair-basketball-team-teamwork-respect-and-resilience

As part of its ongoing commitment to inclusion, community empowerment, and local sports, Libertex, part of the Libertex Group and one of the leading online brokers, visited the Apollon Wheelchair Basketball Team during a special training session held in the team’s home court....

25. Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/4-residential-properties-for-sale-by-astrobank

AstroBank has listed for sale a penthouse in Strovolos, and apartment building in Paralimni as well as other exceptional residential real estate opportunities for investment and owner occupancy in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, and Famagusta....

26. Bank of Cyprus: New Notched Cards for Greater Autonomy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-new-notched-cards-for-greater-autonomy

The Bank of Cyprus, always committed to its customers and society, has taken another important step toward universal inclusion by introducing new cards with distinctive notches to improve service accessibility....

27. Bus stop blunder as new bus stops installed backwards

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bus-stop-blunder-as-new-bus-stops-installed-backwards

Cyprus’s new multi-million euro bus stops have arrived, but apparently, they took a wrong turn along the way. In what can only be described as a major design faux pas, the newly installed stops are facing the wrong direction because, apparently, in Cyprus, left-hand drive just isn’t the rule....

28.  ATM debate reaches Kykkos Monastery

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/atm-debate-reaches-kykkos-monastery

An ATM at a monastery? It might sound like the setup for a joke, but it's a real proposal being considered as part of an effort to bring banking services to Cyprus' remote and mountainous regions....

29. From Oxford to Geneva to Nicosia, Cyprus capital among Europe's cities of the future

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-oxford-to-geneva-to-nicosia-cyprus-capital-among-europe-s-cities-of-the-future

Nicosia has secured a prestigious spot in the European Cities and Regions of the Future 2025 rankings by fDi Intelligence, reaffirming its status as an emerging center for innovation, investment, and entrepreneurship....

30. Cypriots slow to embrace digital ID cards

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-slow-to-embrace-digital-id-cards

Demand for digital identity cards (eIDs) in Cyprus has fallen short of expectations since the program's launch in January 2025....

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