https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-simple-fix-for-a-dangerous-housing-reality
On Holy Saturday, an aging apartment building collapsed, costing two people their lives. Tragic. The Minister of the Interior met with the President and a delegation from the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber to discuss dangerous buildings and possible steps to manage these risks more effectively. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/responsible-and-irresponsible-individuals-are-misleading-livestock-farmers
Members of the Parliamentary Agriculture Committee once again asked for answers about compensation and the next steps the Ministry of Agriculture and the Veterinary Services plan to take to deal with foot-and-mouth disease, just hours before Parliament dissolves....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eac-strike-tests-power-supply-as-unions-warn-of-further-action
A 24-hour nationwide strike by employees of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) began at midnight on April 22 and is set to conclude at midnight on April 23, with assurances that electricity supply is expected to remain stable under current conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-evolution-of-cypriot-cinema
While the most famous Cypriot filmmaker arguably remains Michael Cacoyannis who wrote, directed and produced ZORBA THE GREEK (1964), a lot has happened since the pioneer days of documentaries on the island’s folk culture and rural life. Cypriot cinema was born much later than that of most other countries – in the 1960s – and this edition of the _UNDERSCORE looks at the developments that have shaped it since then – from its relationship to the island’s turbulent history to the successes of the past decade. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-more-borrowing-from-pension-fund-government-says
A long-standing distortion in Cyprus’ social insurance fund is finally being addressed as the government moves to ''freeze'' its growing debt to the fund and shift its investment strategy to an independent authority....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-seizes-the-moment-as-eu-leaders-gather-for-informal-summit
A strong message that Cyprus is a safe country is being sent through the arrival of world leaders for the Informal Meeting of EU Heads of State and Government, as well as the EU’s informal summit with regional partners, set to take place on the island on April 23 and 24, according to Deputy Government Spokesperson Yiannis Antoniou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-saintly-spring-break-sun-sweets-and-school-free-shenanigans
It is St. George’s Day, but more importantly for the younger demographic, it’s the Archbishop’s Nameday. While the rest of us are tethered to our desks, the kids are out enjoying a mid-week reprieve. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/halloumi-festival-returns-to-prastio-avdimou-on-may-3
A festival dedicated to halloumi cheese will take place on May 3 in the village of Prastio Avdimou, offering visitors a full day of food, culture and local traditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/livestock-farmers-protest-as-financial-and-emotional-crisis-intensifies
A mass protest by livestock farmers will take place on Thursday at the Rizoelia roundabout, as frustration grows over animal culling linked to foot-and-mouth disease and the lack of progress in discussions with authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/road-closures-and-delays-expected-as-eu-leaders-arrive-in-cyprus
Drivers across Cyprus should prepare for delays and temporary road closures over the next two days, as the island hosts an informal meeting of EU leaders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-are-cyprus-biggest-projects-always-delayed
Cyprus is struggling with long and costly delays in major infrastructure projects, with some of the country’s most high-profile developments still stuck in limbo....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-calls-in-fbi-to-strengthen-major-criminal-probe
Cyprus is turning to international help to strengthen a major criminal investigation, with FBI experts expected to arrive in the coming days after a direct request from President Nikos Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/missing-colombian-tourist-confirmed-dead-in-germasogeia-building-collapse
The search for a missing Colombian tourist in the collapsed building in Germasogeia has ended in tragedy, with officials confirming she was among those who lost their lives....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/macron-returns-to-cyprus-weeks-after-iran-war-visit-signaling-deepening-ties
Cyprus is preparing to welcome a historic guest this week. French President Emmanuel Macron is set to arrive on Thursday for an official visit, marking the first time a sitting French president has made a bilateral trip to the island since the Republic of Cyprus was founded....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/days-after-deadly-germasogeia-collapse-search-turns-to-missing-tourist
A troubling new twist has emerged in the deadly building collapse in Germasogeia, days after the wreckage was first searched and cleared....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-pushes-for-calm-in-cyprus-buffer-zone-as-efforts-to-restart-talks-pick-up-pace
There was a clear message coming out of the presidential palace on Tuesday: if Cyprus wants talks to restart, things on the ground need to cool down...fast....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wednesday-s-just-right-forecast-a-masterclass-in-goldilocks-weather
If you appreciate a crisp view of the horizon, enjoy today and tomorrow. We are currently under a weak low-pressure system, but the real news is the "thin dust" scheduled to arrive on Friday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-in-critical-condition-after-suspected-cooking-gas-leak
A 64-year-old man has been found dead at his home in Limassol, while his wife remains in critical condition in hospital, with early indications pointing to inhalation of liquefied petroleum gas, commonly known as LPG or cooking gas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-fbi-to-join-cyprus-probe-into-santi-case-as-pressure-builds-for-answers
An FBI team is expected in Cyprus in the coming days to assist in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile ''Santi'' case, also referred to as the ''Sandy'' case in previous KNEWS coverage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-minister-warns-of-fuel-shortage
Cyprus is warning that fuel supplies across Europe could face disruptions, as tensions in the Middle East raise fresh concerns about energy security and transport....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-voters-to-receive-electoral-booklets-ahead-of-deadline
New voters registered ahead of upcoming elections in Cyprus are being asked to collect their electoral booklets in the coming days, as authorities move to ensure everyone is ready to cast their vote....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/crivit-as-the-official-partner-of-lidl-trek-brings-movement-to-everyday-life-in-2026-–-for-athletes-and-beyond
CRIVIT is further expanding its partnership with the WorldTour team Lidl-Trek, positioning itself in 2026 as the Official Partner of the internationally successful cycling team. In doing so, CRIVIT combines peak performance with an active lifestyle – reaching far beyond competitive racing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lane-closures-and-road-works-planned-on-nicosia–limassol-highway-next-week
Drivers using one of Cyprus’ busiest highways should brace for delays over the coming days, as roadworks and maintenance projects are set to take place on sections of the Nicosia–Limassol motorway....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-tuesday-tease-clear-skies-and-localized-mountain-dampness
After a Monday that felt like it lasted a year, Tuesday is settling in with a weak low-pressure system that seems more interested in a nap than a storm....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/culling-crisis-deepens-as-farmers-warn-no-animals-will-be-left
Back to square one... Llvestock farmers plan to resubmit their original request to the government, asking that animals not infected with foot and mouth disease in affected units not be culled. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-20-day-chess-festival-in-cyprus-has-come-to-an-end-we-look-forward-to-the-next-one
On the evening of 16 April, the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort on the west coast of Cyprus hosted the closing ceremony of the FIDE Candidates Tournament for the world chess crown....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-toolbox-to-curb-energy-prices-support-for-all-27-member-states
Brussels is preparing action on four fronts, working closely with Berlin and Paris, with the goal of keeping energy prices under control across the EU’s 27 member states as concerns grow about a renewed crisis in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cost-of-essentials-jumps-with-another-rise-in-infant-formula
Price increases have been recorded across a range of everyday goods in Cyprus, with infant formula among the products drawing particular concern from consumers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/freedom24-wins-three-global-banking-finance-awards-2026-for-tradernet-and-neo-compliance
Freedom24, part of Freedom Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: FRHC), has been named a winner in three nominations of the 2026 Global Banking & Finance Awards, securing recognition for both its proprietary trading platform Tradernet and its AI-driven Neo Compliance framework....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/celebrations-and-shelling-mark-start-of-israel-hezbollah-ceasefire
A temporary halt in fighting between Israel and Lebanon has begun, marking a 10-day pause in hostilities that has resulted in both optimism and concern on the ground....
