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1. Cyprus claims bronze at European Youth Karate Championships in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-claims-bronze-at-european-youth-karate-championships-in-limassol

Cyprus secured a medal on home soil at the 53rd European Cadet, Junior and U21 Karate Championships, held at the Spyros Kyprianou Arena from February 6 to 8, 2026....

2. Olympic village hits a…shortage

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/olympic-village-hits-a…shortage

You might think you know Olympic traditions: the torch, the medals, the opening ceremony fanfare. But here’s one you probably didn’t expect: athletes go through condoms like gold medals at the Games....

3. Cyprus wins three medals in international grand prix skeet events

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-wins-three-medals-in-international-grand-prix-skeet-events

Cyprus recorded a successful start to the new year in skeet shooting, winning three medals across two international Grand Prix competitions held in Doha, Qatar and Abu Dhabi....

4. The month of scandals that shook Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-month-of-scandals-that-shook-cyprus

It started with an assault allegation. It ended with resignations, suspended mayors, police probes, leaked videos, and a political system scrambling to contain the damage....

5. Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games open in spectacular style

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/milano-cortina-2026-winter-games-open-in-spectacular-style

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games officially got underway last night with an opening ceremony at Milan’s San Siro stadium that blended Italian culture, opera and pop....

6. AI factory, Schengen push and gas deal with Israel: Christodoulides unveils 55-point plan in State of the Union address

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ai-factory-schengen-push-and-gas-deal-with-israel-christodoulides-unveils-55-point-plan-in-state-of-the-union-address

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday evening presented the government’s Official Planning for 2026, described as the “State of the Union 2026”, from the Presidential Palace, outlining more than 55 initiatives across all sectors....

7. Cyprus sends two skiers to Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, first dual entry in 12 years

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sends-two-skiers-to-milan-cortina-winter-olympics-first-dual-entry-in-12-years

Cyprus will be represented by two athletes, one man and one woman, at the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina, marking the country’s first dual participation at a Winter Games in 12 years, the Cyprus Olympic Committee announced Monday....

8. Cyprus taekwondo athletes return with two golds and a bronze

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-taekwondo-athletes-return-with-two-golds-and-a-bronze

Cypriot taekwondo athletes recorded medal success at the Zaprešić Noble E3 tournament, which took place in Zaprešić, Croatia....

9. Three days later, Fidias apologizes: ‘Everyone has the right to judge me’ (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/three-days-later-fidias-apologizes-‘everyone-has-the-right-to-judge-me-video

MEP and content creator Fidias Panayiotou has released a public video statement responding to the backlash sparked by remarks made during a recent podcast episode featuring athlete Loizos Chrysanthou....

10. Fidias under fire after referring to Paralympian category as “crazy”

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fidias-under-fire-after-referring-to-paralympian-category-as-crazy

Member of the European Parliament Fidias Panayiotou has come under criticism following remarks made during a publicly available podcast discussion concerning the classification of athletes in the Paralympic Games....

11. Lace up or lock up as thousands of runners take over Nicosia tomorrow

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lace-up-or-lock-up-as-thousands-of-runners-take-over-nicosia-tomorrow

Nicosia will be at the center of a major international sporting event tomorrow, Sunday 18 January, as the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon brings more than 8,000 runners and visitors into the capital. ...

12. Cyprus names seven athletes to Olympic scholarship program for LA 2028

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-names-seven-athletes-to-olympic-scholarship-program-for-la-2028

Seven Cypriot track and field athletes have been selected for the International Olympic Committee’s Olympic Scholarships for Athletes Los Angeles 2028 program, following a proposal by the Cyprus Olympic Committee....

13. Cyprus equestrians bring home five medals from Panhellenic Games

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-equestrians-bring-home-five-medals-from-panhellenic-games

The Cyprus Special Olympics Federation has extended its warm congratulations to its equestrian delegation for an outstanding performance at the Panhellenic Equestrian Games, where Cypriot athletes achieved remarkable success and brought pride back home....

14. Champions of Cyprus: Yiangou/Nicolaou of the Petrolina Racing Team

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/champions-of-cyprus-yiangou-nicolaou-of-the-petrolina-racing-team

The conclusion of the 50th Tour of Cyprus Rally, the final round of this year’s Cyprus Rally Championship organised by the Cyprus Automobile Association, crowned Petrolina Racing Team crew of Panagiotis Yiangou and Aristos Nicolaou as the new champions. ...

15. Cyprus’ women step into the ring and into their power

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/cyprus-women-step-into-the-ring-and-into-their-power

In gyms across Cyprus, a quiet revolution is underway. Women, once told boxing “wasn’t for them”, are lacing up gloves, stepping onto the canvas, and dismantling generations-old stereotypes with every jab and uppercut....

16. Lidl extends commitment to women’s football with UEFA partnership through to 2030

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-extends-commitment-to-women-s-football-with-uefa-partnership-through-to-2030

Lidl, one of the leading food retailers in Germany and Europe, announces the extension of its successful UEFA partnership, continuing its ongoing journey with the UEFA Women’s National Team to 2030....

17. Neofytos Kyriakou wins gold at World Challenge Cup in Hungary

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/neophytos-kyriakou-wins-gold-at-world-challenge-cup-in-hungary

Kyriakou secured the gold medal in Vault at the apparatus finals of the World Challenge Cup held in Szombathely, Hungary, earning an impressive 13.850 points to claim first place....

18. Lawmakers back equal benefits for Paralympic athletes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lawmakers-back-equal-benefits-for-paralympic-athletes

Cyprus lawmakers unanimously approved legislation requiring the state’s sports authority to provide equal support to athletes with disabilities who achieve, or show promise of achieving, top results....

19. Aphrodite Hills Resort Launches Cyprus’ First TrackMan™ Range

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aphrodite-hills-resort-launches-cyprus-first-trackman™-range

Aphrodite Hills Resort celebrated on Thursday 4th of September, a new era for golf in Cyprus with the official launch of the island’s first TrackMan™ Range....

20. CRIVIT supports Lidl-Trek with off-duty team wear to inspire active lifestyles for all

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/crivit-supports-lidl-trek-with-off-duty-team-wear-to-inspire-active-lifestyles-for-all

The multi-sport movement brand continues the partnership with the successful team which is in the midst of its best season ever....

21. Cyprus Basketball Federation joins forces with TELETHON

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-basketball-federation-joins-forces-with-telethon

22. Cyprus entices the modern traveler with authentic, year-round experiences

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-entices-the-modern-traveler-with-authentic-year-round-experiences

Cyprus is aiming to attract a new generation of travelers, demanding, conscious, and experience-driven, through its National Tourism Strategy, according to officials....

23. Cyprus leads medal count at Games of Small States of Europe with 85 total

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-medal-count-at-games-of-small-states-of-europe-with-85-total

Cyprus remains at the top of the medal table following the fourth and penultimate day of the 20th Games of the Small States of Europe (GSSE), currently underway in Andorra....

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. Farewell, Makareio: Nicosia’s historic stadium to transform into modern sports hub

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/farewell-makareio-nicosia-s-historic-stadium-to-transform-into-modern-sports-hub

The historic Makareio Stadium in Nicosia is officially shutting its doors, but not without a plan. According to the president of the Cyprus Sports Organisation (KOA), Yiannis Ioannou, the stadium will be transformed into a state-of-the-art sports complex designed for the future....

26. Norwegian ski jumping team accused of manipulating ski suits to fly farther

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/norwegian-ski-jumping-team-accused-of-manipulating-ski-suits-to-fly-farther

Is nothing sacred anymore? You’d think ski jumping would be immune to cheating—after all, how can you manipulate something as straightforward as launching off a ramp?...

27. Freedom24 Chess Academy has opened in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/freedom24-chess-academy-has-opened-in-limassol

Freedom24 Chess Academy was officially inaugurated in Limassol on March 1. Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., encouraged the young participants to strive for new heights in chess. ...

28. Cyprus will send six athletes to the Special Olympics World Winter Games this year

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-will-send-six-athletes-to-special-olympics-world-winter-games-this-year

A press conference was held on February 27th at the Olympic Mansion to officially present the Cypriot delegation for the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games....

29. Isn't it ironic? Cyprus propaganda, politics, and the global stage.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/isn-t-it-ironic-cyprus-propaganda-politics-and-the-global-stage

A movie is being made in the occupied territories titled ''Aisie Went on Vacation'', which was also the code name for the Attila operation in 1974. They've even set up modern studios for creating TV series, as it seems they've grasped the importance of imagery in propaganda....

30. Marios Georgiou crowned Europe’s Best Male Gymnast of 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/marios-georgiou-crowned-europe-s-best-male-gymnast-of-2024

Marios Georgiou has once again made Cyprus proud, winning the Male Gymnast of the Year title in a vote organized by European Gymnastics. The Cypriot gymnastics star secured an impressive 26,260 votes (50.6%), topping the poll after six days of voting....

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