https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/removal-of-dangerous-chemicals-from-astrasol-begun
The removal of hazardous chemical waste from inside the Astrasol factory in Latsia began yesterday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-sanctions-icc-in-defense-of-netanyahu
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), blasting its actions as ''illegal and unjustifiable'' after it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-construction-in-latchi-sparks-legal-battle
A brewing scandal in Latchi has exposed significant irregularities in the construction of a tourism project, placing local authorities and developers under scrutiny. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/british-airways-sues-for-$1-2-million-over-missing-gold-jewelry
British Airways is taking legal action against a ground-handling company over the disappearance of nearly 20 pounds of gold jewelry worth millions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/murderer-behind-bars-gives-controversial-podcast-interview
In a bizarre and controversial turn of events, Loy Dejan, a notorious four-time murderer, has made waves by giving an online interview from his prison cell, further igniting concerns over the rampant use of mobile phones inside Cyprus' Central Prison....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/from-nagasaki-to-nobel-a-survivor-s-plea-for-a-nuclear-free-world
Beneath the polished facade of Madrid's bustling streets, 84-year-old Shigemitsu Tanaka, a survivor of the Nagasaki atomic bombing, carries a haunting fragment of the past....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-navy-s-new-frigates-a-tribute-to-heroes-from-ancient-history
The Greek Navy’s ambitious construction program for its 3+1 state-of-the-art Belharra frigates is well underway in Lorient, France. These advanced naval assets are set to significantly enhance the Greek Navy's operational capabilities, extending its reach far beyond the Aegean Sea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heading-to-the-greek-islands-ferry-prices-are-going-up
If you’re dreaming of sailing to Greece’s picturesque islands, it’s time to budget a little extra. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poland-to-prioritize-security-on-all-fronts-during-its-eu-presidency
Poland has laid out an ambitious roadmap for its 2025 Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with security taking center stage. Ambassador Marek Szczepanowski presented the priorities on Tuesday at the House of Europe in Nicosia, under the presidency’s guiding motto: “Security, Europe!”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zelenskyy-offers-ukrainian-firefighters-to-help-battle-california-wildfires
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has responded to a remark from Donald Trump Jr. by offering to send Ukrainian firefighters to help battle the devastating wildfires in California....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/al-jazeera-trial-kicks-off-amid-missing-witnesses-and-legal-drama
The long-awaited trial related to the Al Jazeera naturalization report kicked off today, despite the Prosecution's attempt to delay proceedings. The Court rejected the request for postponement, marking a dramatic start to the case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfires-turn-malibu-and-hollywood-hills-into-a-charred-wasteland
The skies above Los Angeles resemble a post-apocalyptic scene as wildfires continue to wreak havoc across the county. Malibu, the Hollywood Hills, and surrounding neighborhoods have been hit especially hard, forcing thousands to evacuate and leaving destruction in their wake....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/twin-wildfires-ravage-southern-california-devastating-celebrity-enclave
Two fast-moving wildfires erupted Tuesday in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands to flee and leaving a path of destruction across neighborhoods, including Pacific Palisades — a scenic, ocean-adjacent area known for its celebrity residents and multimillion-dollar homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/palestinian-authority-shuts-down-al-jazeera-in-west-bank-amid-controversy
In a move sparking controversy and widespread criticism, the Palestinian Authority (PA) has suspended Al Jazeera's operations in the occupied West Bank. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/overcome-with-emotion-ukrainian-soldiers-reunite-with-families-video
Tears flowed as Ukrainian families embraced their loved ones after a prisoner exchange with Russia on Monday, December 30....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-a-year-of-change-and-controversy-in-cyprus
2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/in-a-remarkable-ruling-court-upholds-$5m-verdict-against-trump
In a landmark decision, a federal appeals court upheld a jury’s ruling that former President Donald Trump sexually abused E. Jean Carroll, a magazine columnist, in a department store dressing room in the mid-1990s....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/asma-al-assad-denied-uk-return-for-cancer-treatment
Asma al-Assad, the wife of fallen Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, is facing a difficult reality in her battle with cancer. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/maha-kumbh-mela-2025-a-divine-confluence-of-faith-and-modernity
The Maha Kumbh Mela is not merely an event; it is a spiritual phenomenon deeply rooted in India's religious and cultural consciousness....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-battles-turkey-s-recognition-push-for-trnc
Cyprus’ efforts to secure strong condemnation from the European Union over Turkey's actions to upgrade the status of the self-declared ''Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus'' (TRNC) have faced significant challenges. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/committee-on-missing-persons-identifies-remains-of-eleven-missing-individuals-in-2024
Significant progress has been made by the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) in Cyprus this year, with the identification of remains belonging to eleven individuals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/epic-spp-media-and-deejay-radio-unite-for-a-great-cause
Once again, Nicosia will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland as the city's biggest holiday street festival returns. This year’s EPIC STREET FEST promises to bring together people of all ages for a celebration filled with music, food, drinks, and plenty of festive fun....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forensic-pathologist-challenges-ruling-in-soldier-s-suspicious-death
Forensic pathologist Panikos Stavrianos has expressed strong criticism of the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the third investigative conclusion in the death of National Guard soldier Thanasis Nikolaou. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/angelina-jolie-identifies-with-maria-callas-loneliness
The acclaimed actress opens up about her personal struggles and the profound connection she felt while portraying the legendary opera diva....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/‘crotch-circles-spark-bikini-line-buzz-in-luton
Luton’s skyline got a peculiar upgrade this morning when a field near the airport unveiled a set of what can only be described as crotch circles — and no, this isn’t a new social media trend....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-pushes-to-link-turkey-eu-relations-to-cyprus-talks-faces-eu-resistance
The Christodoulides government made a bold move to connect Turkey’s future with the European Union to the long-stalled Cyprus settlement talks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-nuclear-weapons-at-europes-doorstep
Russia has deployed tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, marking the first time its nuclear arsenal has been stationed outside Russian territory since the Cold War....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legal-battle-intensifies-over-intrakat-s-€7-2m-guarantee-for-paphos-motorway
The ongoing legal battle between the Republic of Cyprus and the contractor Intrakat over the Paphos-Polis Chrysochous motorway project continues to create a complicated mess with multiple court cases in play....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-mafia-turf-war-turns-athens-streets-into-a-battleground
A brutal daylight ambush on Monday in the suburb of Glyfada in southern Athens marked the latest chapter in the violent turf war among Turkish organized crime factions operating in Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-surprising-rise-of-al-jolani-and-its-implications-for-syria-and-cyprus
No one expected that al-Jolani, a man who began his journey in the Salafi jihadism of al-Qaeda’s Syrian branch, would lead such a counteroffensive from the anti-Assad Sunni opposition....