https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/green-light-for-new-four-star-hotel-in-meneou
A new four-star hotel in Meneou has been given the go-ahead by the Environmental Authority, paving the way for a €15 million development in the Larnaca district....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/masked-gang-attacks-food-delivery-driver-in-limassol
A 23-year-old food delivery driver was attacked by a group of masked individuals while on his motorbike in Limassol’s Agia Fyla area late Wednesday night, police said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-operation-shuts-down-dark-web-child-abuse-network-arrests-in-cyprus
In a major international crackdown, authorities have shut down a dark web website linked to the distribution of child sexual abuse material, involving 38 countries, including Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/like-it-or-not-cyprus-must-investigate-migrant-pushback-claims-by-2026
Cyprus will be required to investigate complaints of illegal migrant pushbacks starting in June 2026 under new European legislation, a European Commission spokesperson confirmed. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-court-clears-five-israelis-in-british-woman-s-rape-case
A Cyprus court has acquitted five Israeli men accused of abducting and raping a British woman in the resort town of Ayia Napa....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/audit-exposes-gaps-in-health-ministry-s-grant-and-payment-systems
In a recent audit by the Auditor General on the Ministry of Health's activities for 2022 and 2023, a number of financial discrepancies and issues have come to light, particularly in the way grants were distributed and payments were handled. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-using-airport-cameras-to-track-unpaid-traffic-fines-raises-legal-alarm
A controversial system used at Cyprus' airports to track down drivers who fail to collect and pay traffic camera fines is facing legal scrutiny, as lawmakers question whether it operates within the law....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hungarian-defendant-admits-to-selling-greek-cypriot-land-in-occupied-areas
A Hungarian national has pleaded guilty to illegally advertising and selling Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied north, marking the first admission in a high-profile land usurpation case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fbi-urges-cyprus-to-use-digital-tech-in-fight-against-financial-crime
Cyprus is facing increasing pressure to overhaul its approach to financial crime and sanctions evasion, following the release of a crucial report from the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-storms-batter-cyclades-athens-braces-for-impact
A fierce storm has swept across Greece, leaving parts of the Cyclades Islands underwater and causing chaos in several regions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/welfare-services-had-contact-with-larnaca-family-but-found-no-prior-reports-of-abuse-or-exploitation
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-truck-collision-on-nicosia-limassol-highway-causes-fire-and-traffic-disruption
A serious traffic accident occurred earlier today on the Nicosia-Limassol highway at the Kofinou-Skarinou intersection, involving two trucks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parents-arrested-in-larnaca-for-the-alleged-abuse-of-their-five-children
The police authorities are investigating a highly serious case of child abuse in the Larnaca district....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/signs-claiming-british-genocide-base-appear-near-akrotiri-investigation-underway
Strange signs reading ''British Genocide Base'' in both English and Greek appeared on roads leading to the Akrotiri British Bases in Cyprus earlier this week, catching the attention of passersby and sparking heated discussion online. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/welcome-home-panagis
After a long journey and months of care, Panagis, the Mediterranean monk seal who captured hearts last year, is finally heading back to the Cypriot seas. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fbi-delivers-money-laundering-report-on-cyprus-so-what-happens-now
After nine months of collaboration between the U.S. team and Cypriot authorities, the long-awaited FBI report on money laundering and sanctions evasion has finally reached the government. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/190-000-unpaid-traffic-fines-as-deadline-looms-on-march-31st
With the deadline fast approaching, a staggering 190,000 unpaid traffic fines remain unsettled under Cyprus' photocertification system. Drivers have until Monday, March 31, to pay, or they will face criminal prosecution without further delay, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-bets-on-students-to-revitalize-old-nicosia-but-at-what-cost
Once overshadowed by controversy over unregistered universities—a scandal that drew scrutiny from Brussels—Cyprus has quietly reinvented itself as a rising destination for students across Europe. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-water-cuts-this-summer-despite-new-government-measures
Cyprus is bracing for a tough summer as the risk of water cuts remains high, despite new government measures aimed at tackling the ongoing water scarcity issue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-warn-of-online-investment-scam-targeting-citizens
The police have issued a warning about a new online scam targeting individuals with fraudulent investment opportunities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/progress-in-motion-the-proposed-mall-of-limassol-is-a-planned-development-that-will-reshape-the-city-s-future
The proposed Mall of Limassol is poised to create a premier destination for shopping, dining and entertainment in Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-more-snakes-in-cities-this-year-experts-say-yes
If you thought last year’s snake sightings were bad, experts say this year could be even worse. With Cyprus facing its third dry season in a row, higher temperatures and less rainfall are forcing snakes to seek cooler, damper hiding spots, often in residential areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-trafficking-ring-repurposed-seized-boats-to-smuggle-migrants
Greek authorities have uncovered a human trafficking network that repurposed seized boats for smuggling migrants, exposing a shocking loophole in maritime enforcement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/water-we-waiting-for-government-unveils-€8-million-plan-to-combat-water-scarcity
The Cabinet has approved an emergency state grant of €8 million for one year to help local governments and communities reduce water supply network losses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-official-accuses-government-of-hindering-solar-power-for-fossil-fuel-interests
In a heated exchange over Cyprus' energy policies, Kyriacos Hadjiyiannis, the president of the House Energy Committee, has stirred controversy by suggesting that the government’s stance on solar energy might be driven by a hidden agenda....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunters-protest-shakes-cyprus-politics
The government is facing backlash over its handling of Sunday’s disruptive hunters’ protest, which saw major roads blocked and sparked widespread anger. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-crack-down-on-illegal-immigration-in-paphos
Authorities carried out a large-scale operation in Paphos on Wednesday as part of ongoing efforts to tackle illegal immigration....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/burning-bright-agreement-reached-on-easter-bonfire-bill
The draft bill regulating the tradition of the Easter Bonfire, along with discussions on addressing current issues, was discussed in a meeting held on Friday at the Ministry of Justice and Public Order....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fury-in-parliament-over-solar-energy-cuts
A heated confrontation erupted in parliament between MPs and the Distribution System Operator (DSO) over restrictions on home-installed photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hope-fades-as-search-for-missing-migrants-off-cape-greco-suspended
Authorities have called off the search for migrants who were aboard a boat that overturned in international waters southeast of Cape Greco....