https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-loss-of-life-in-gaza-amid-freezing-conditions
In a devastating consequence of a severe cold snap in Gaza, six Palestinian infants have died from hypothermia, medical officials report....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ombudswoman-raises-alarm-over-prolonged-stay-of-unaccompanied-minors-at-pournara
A total of 27 unaccompanied minors have been stranded at the Pournara Temporary Reception and Accommodation Center for an average of 90 days, despite completing all necessary procedures for their transfer, according to a report by Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou-Lottides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-international-theatre-festival-is-back-with-unforgettable-performances
After a highly successful first season in 2024, hosting artists such as John Malkovich, Kirill Serebrennikov, and Ivan Vyrypaev, the Cyprus International Theatre Festival (CITF) is returning...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-far-right-is-growing-and-‘good-vibes-won-t-be-enough-to-stop-it
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/supreme-court-delays-ruling-on-citizenship-case-for-children-of-mixed-marriages
The Supreme Constitutional Court has postponed its decision on a high-profile citizenship case challenging the government’s policy on children born from mixed marriages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/second-fatal-fire-in-a-week-as-33-year-old-dies-in-limassol-blaze
Limassol is reeling from another fire-related tragedy, just days after a family of five lost their lives in their sleep due to a suspected faulty electrical appliance. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shocking-report-of-assault-in-limassol-they-were-kicking-him-relentlessly
A young man was violently assaulted by a group of hooded individuals in a central area of Limassol, while the entire city was celebrating the carnival....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-i-motokinisi-ltd-supporting-volunteerism-strengthening-cooperation-with-supportcy
A.I. Motokinisi Ltd, the official representative of Porsche cars in Cyprus, announced during an event held at its showroom space in Nicosia that it will further strengthen its collaboration with SupportCY, an initiative of the Bank of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/30-year-old-arrested-in-paphos-arson-attack-that-left-family-injured
A 30-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning in connection with a violent arson attack that took place last week in Paphos, injuring several members of a family....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-pediatric-oncology-clinic-to-be-built-in-nicosia
A major step forward for pediatric cancer care in Cyprus was taken on Saturday with the signing of an agreement for the construction of a new Pediatric Oncology Clinic in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-fire-tragedy-victims-identified-as-authorities-probe-cause
Authorities have released the names of the five family members who perished in a devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning, as investigations continue into what sparked the deadly blaze....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-house-fire-in-limassol-claims-lives-of-five-family-members
A devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning resulted in the deaths of a family of five, including three young children....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/in-cyprus-schools-a-frying-pan-movement-collects-cooking-oil-for-fuel
Scientists in Cyprus have enlisted children to help recycle used cooking oil into biofuel, Reuters reported last week....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/modernist-landmark-in-nicosia-faces-demolition
The demolition of yet another modernist landmark in Cyprus has reignited concerns over the preservation of the island’s architectural heritage. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chemical-castration-proposed-for-child-rapists-in-new-law
A proposed law currently under development aims to protect children from rapists and address lenient sentencing by introducing chemical castration for convicted individuals as a condition for release from prison....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bomb-threats-target-schools-across-cyprus-police-launch-investigation
Schools across Cyprus were placed on high alert Tuesday morning after receiving threatening messages about bomb threats, prompting an immediate police response. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/call-for-integrated-support-system-for-gifted-children
Despo Michaelidou, the Commissioner for the Protection of Children's Rights in Cyprus, has stressed the urgent need for a comprehensive and integrated approach to supporting gifted children....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/concerns-raised-over-unlabelled-products-containing-controlled-substances
The CNAA has issued a warning regarding the circulation of products containing controlled substances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-new-home-for-jewish-education-coming-to-cyprus
A new Jewish school is planned for Limassol, Cyprus, slated to open in 2027....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/adoption-legislation-modernised-with-a-new-bill
A bill modernising adoption legislation was approved by the Council of Ministers on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-recognized-as-a-global-leader-in-childhood-cancer-care
Cyprus is gaining international recognition as a vital hub for humanitarian and medical aid in the fight against childhood cancer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-holocaust-remembrance-day-with-solemn-event-in-nicosia
In a solemn ceremony last night, held at the Melina Mercouri Hall, Cyprus joined the global community in observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the six million Jews and millions of others who perished in one of history’s darkest chapters....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/36-1-of-cypriot-women-affected-by-gender-violence
A recent European survey has revealed alarming figures about gender-based violence in Cyprus, showing that 36.1% of women have experienced physical violence, threats, or sexual violence, either from a partner or another individual....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/echr-overturns-french-ruling-blaming-woman-for-divorce-due-to-lack-of-sex
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has sided with a French woman who was blamed by French courts for the breakdown of her marriage because she did not engage in sexual relations with her husband....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/17-year-old-cypriot-citizens-get-the-right-to-vote
In a groundbreaking move for Cyprus, President Nicos Christodoulides called today a historic day for democracy in the country....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-international-ombudsman-institute-advocating-for-fairness-and-justice-across-europe
The International Ombudsman Institute (IOI) is a global organization that brings together over 200 Ombudsman offices from more than 100 countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parent-1-and-parent-2-goes-to-parliament-after-backlash
There are strong reactions to the reference to Parent 1 and Parent 2 in the platform for registering children for the first year of primary school...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/90-palestinian-prisoners-freed-as-hamas-releases-israeli-hostages
In an emotional scene early this morning, a jubilant crowd gathered in the West Bank as two buses carrying Palestinian prisoners passed through Beituniya on their way to Ramallah....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-hostages-released-in-gaza-ceasefire
Three women, held hostage by Hamas for over a year in tunnels beneath Gaza, were finally released and reunited with their families as part of a ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the conflict....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-greenlights-bold-bills-to-empower-breastfeeding-mothers
The Cabinet on Wednesday approved two Ministry of Health bills designed to revolutionize public and workplace support for breastfeeding in Cyprus....