https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-to-launch-campaign-encouraging-more-people-to-use-public-transport
The government plans to encourage more people to use buses as part of efforts to tackle severe traffic congestion in Limassol, with the Transport Ministry preparing a public information campaign and reviewing existing services to identify where improvements are needed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/survey-counts-404-eleonora-s-falcons-along-cyprus-southern-coast
A total of 404 Eleonora’s falcons were recorded along the coast between Akrotiri and Cape Aspro during this year’s annual bird survey, according to results released by the Akrotiri Environmental Educational Centre and the Republic of Cyprus Game and Fauna Service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/cortisol-and-weight-gain-is-stress-really-making-you-fat
In recent years, cortisol has become a hot topic in conversations about health, stress and weight gain. On social media, it is often labeled the “fat-storing hormone,” with many people blaming it for food cravings, stubborn belly fat and difficulty losing weight. But how much truth is there to these claims?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-plans-new-mesa-geitonia-road-link-in-€650-000-project
The six-month project will connect two streets, upgrade pavements and improve stormwater infrastructure in an area affected by traffic congestion and past flooding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-forecast-high-pressure-holds-through-saturday-before-sunday-storms-ruin-your-weekend
Today is mostly clear overall, but a few clouds are going to build up after midday just to give the sky a bit of texture. Right, weak high pressure is currently affecting the area. Fantastic. Just hanging around like an awkward uncle at a christening. Though don't get used to it, because weak low pressure is shuffling in on Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-german-intelligence-chief-held-in-espionage-investigation
August Hanning, who led Germany’s foreign intelligence service from 1998 to 2005, is accused of obtaining thousands of confidential documents through a former employee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/visa-free-u-s-travel-and-direct-flights-top-amcham-s-cyprus-wish-list
A policy study by the American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham), which is part of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), focuses on specific initiatives to further strengthen and deepen relations between the Republic of Cyprus and the United States....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-forecast-mostly-clear-skies-expected-as-temperatures-gradually-rise
Wednesday is looking like it has decided to keep things fairly calm, with plenty of clear skies but a few clouds waiting in the wings. An unstable air mass will temporarily affect the area, so while most of the island can expect a fairly pleasant day, the mountains may have a small shower or two up their sleeve....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-destruction-of-our-community-akrotiri-residents-push-back-against-plans-for-new-antennas
The Parliamentary Environment Committee saw heated discussion over plans to install new antennas in the Akrotiri area. Residents and other attendees voiced strong concerns about the potential effects on human health and the environment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bluetongue-cases-confirmed-in-cyprus-with-btv-4-detected-in-livestock
Cases of Bluetongue disease have been confirmed in Cyprus, with the Veterinary Services urging livestock owners to remain vigilant and take steps to reduce animals' exposure to the insects that spread the virus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/france-welcome-to-greece-s-2010
“Good morning, France. Welcome to what Greece went through in 2010.” I have always believed that France is the hardest country in Europe to reform and that if it were forced to do what we did under the bailout agreements, we would see another storming of the Bastille....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rubio-visits-athens-for-new-deals-with-no-stop-in-ankara
Athens sees the visit by Marco Rubio, secretary of state and national security adviser to President Donald Trump, as evidence of broader U.S. confidence in the role Greece has played in the region in recent years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clouds-coastal-showers-and-a-little-mountain-mischief-for-wednesday
The weather is looking a little unsettled today, with clouds gathering, a few showers and the possibility of thunderstorms. But don't worry, the sunshine hasn't disappeared completely. It looks like the rest of the week is already planning something much calmer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-sewerage-expansion-to-cover-aradippou-livadia-voroklini-and-pyla
A major expansion of Larnaca’s sewerage infrastructure is set to cover Aradippou, Livadia, Voroklini and Pyla, with plans for a new wastewater collection network, treatment facilities and infrastructure allowing reclaimed water to be reused....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/maccabi-tel-aviv-to-make-cyprus-its-euroleague-home
Maccabi Tel Aviv is getting closer to using Limassol as its home base for EuroLeague games, after the Spyros Kyprianou indoor arena in Polemidia received security clearance from Cyprus Police....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-kept-asylum-seeker-detained-too-long-european-court-rules
How long can authorities keep someone detained while deciding whether he can stay in the country?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rain-hits-nicosia-as-yellow-storm-warning-takes-effect
Nicosia’s afternoon has taken a wet turn, with heavy rain falling in the capital as a yellow thunderstorm warning comes into effect—just in time to complicate school pickups and the drive home....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-weather-inland-and-coasts-reach-27°c-as-unstable-air-brings-afternoon-thunderstorms-and-coastal-wind-gusts
This morning starts out looking harmless with mostly clear skies with just a few light clouds floating around the west and north that might drop a quick coastal shower. But come afternoon, those clouds are gonna gather up like a crowd at a block party, bringing local rain and pop-up thunderstorms through the mountains, the inland plains, and sneaking over into the southeast....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/‘i-truly-felt-at-home-israeli-ambassador-bids-farewell-to-cyprus-after-five-years
Israeli Ambassador to Cyprus Oren Anolik is preparing to leave the country after five years in office, describing his time on the island as one of the most meaningful chapters of his life and saying Cyprus will retain a special place in his heart....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/istanbul-map-depicts-entire-cyprus-as-turkish-territory
A map depicting the whole of Cyprus as Turkish territory has been displayed in a busy underground passage in Istanbul, alongside an image of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and nationalist slogans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-looks-to-japan-for-closer-ties-in-shipping-business-and-education
Japan may be far from Cyprus, but shipping, business and higher education are giving the two island countries reasons to work more closely together....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/100-000-vehicles-a-day-squeeze-through-limassol-s-overloaded-bypass
For anyone who has watched the minutes tick away in Limassol traffic, the problem needs little explaining. Getting to work, dropping children at school or making an appointment can mean building your day around the queue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-has-clouds-on-the-mind-and-thunderstorms-up-its-sleeve
Cyprus is looking a little unsettled today, with clouds gathering, afternoon thunderstorms possible and temperatures finally starting to feel a little more autumn-friendly. At least the week has a few calmer moments in store, and Thursday is already looking much sunnier....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/schengen-crossing-checks-at-british-bases-will-be-tightened-green-line-next
One of the two major obstacles to Cyprus’ full participation in the Schengen area appears close to being removed, according to information obtained by Kathimerini, following consultations between the Foreign Ministry and the administration of the British bases....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-demands-permission-for-greece-cyprus-cable-athens-says-none-is-needed
Ankara is standing by its demand that any activity in areas it considers part of Turkey’s continental shelf must receive its authorization, particularly work on the electricity connection between Greece and Cyprus, the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/weekend-warriors-chocolate-in-the-mountains-wine-by-the-sea-your-weekend-is-sorted
If your weekend plans currently involve asking “What shall we do?” until Sunday evening, here’s a head start....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unstable-air-mass-brings-28°c-temperatures-afternoon-hail-and-weekend-thunderstorms
Today starts off with a little morning cloud cover and isolated rain out in the west and north. But do NOT let that gentle morning fool you! Come afternoon, the whole sky is gonna turn mainly cloudy, bringing local rain, thunderstorms, and actual hail through the mountains, the inland plains, and out west....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/university-of-nicosia-ranked-among-the-world-s-top-550-universities
According to the THE World University Rankings 2027, UNIC ranks joint 1st among Cypriot universities and joint 2nd among Cypriot and Greek universities, retaining its 1st position in Research Quality among the Cypriot and Greek universities...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/when-economic-reality-collides-with-political-reality
The electoral cycle, with societies becoming increasingly polarized and divided, makes the situation even more difficult. Entrenched special interests, and their influence over political decisions, make difficult choices even harder to implement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cabinet-approves-seven-measures-to-ease-cost-of-living-pressures
On Wednesday, the Cabinet approved seven proposals by the Finance Minister aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures, with the new measures carrying a total cost of €70 million....
