https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-parliament-rejects-new-dog-welfare-regulations
In a surprising move, Cyprus' Parliament has voted to reject the ''Animal Protection and Welfare (Keeping Dogs for Private Non-Commercial Purposes) Regulations of 2022.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-great-souvla-debate-and-other-political-absurdities
A representative of the hunters boldly declared that they had, under no circumstances, agreed with the police on a brief road closure. Naturally, he wondered: ...
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/eu-tells-citizens-to-stock-up-on-food-and-essentials
The European Union is urging people to keep at least three days’ worth of food, water, and basic supplies in case of a crisis. The warning comes as Europe faces growing security risks, including Russia’s war in Ukraine, rising tensions with other global powers, and threats to critical infrastructure....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/one-in-three-cypriot-households-struggling-with-rising-costs
Cypriots are feeling the pinch in different ways, according to a new survey that highlights the divide in how people are coping with their household finances....
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/hunters-roast-meat-not-just-game-on-nicosia-limassol-highway-in-protest
Drivers on Sunday, expecting a smooth ride home after the Limassol Marathon, instead found themselves stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic on the Nicosia-Limassol highway....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/zouhouri-square-in-larnaca-transforms-into-a-magical-ice-age-adventure
A unique experience is now unfolding in the heart of Larnaca, as Zouhouri Square undergoes a stunning transformation into an Ice Age-themed display....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/should-european-tourists-be-worried-about-taking-a-road-trip-in-the-u-s
For many Europeans, a road trip through the U.S. has long been a bucket-list experience—crossing vast landscapes, exploring iconic cities, and discovering the country’s diverse culture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-s-behind-the-increase-in-waste-and-property-taxes-in-engomi
Nicosia’s Mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, explained the decision to increase waste and property taxes in Engomi....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-suspect-arson-as-fires-break-out-across-cyprus
Authorities in Cyprus are investigating whether a recent wave of wildfires was deliberately set, as dozens of blazes erupted over the weekend in Larnaca and Paphos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lower-vat-on-electricity-to-ease-consumer-costs-starting-in-april
Starting April 1, 2025, the Cyprus Electricity Authority (AΗΚ) will implement a temporary consumer support measure announced recently by President Nikos Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-unveils-plans-to-tackle-housing-crisis
Cypriots struggling with the growing housing crisis can breathe a little easier, thanks to new government measures aimed at making homes more affordable and accessible....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-set-to-join-us-visa-waiver-program-before-easter
Cypriot citizens are one step closer to the dream of hassle-free travel to the United States. The final approvals are just around the corner, as Cyprus awaits inclusion in the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP), and the wait may be over sooner than expected....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-mayor-exposes-squalid-conditions-blasts-authorities-for-neglect
The Mayor of Paphos, Phedon Phedonos, has raised an alarm over the appalling living conditions of a woman in his municipality, sharing shocking photos on social media that reveal the extent of the neglect. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspicious-grass-spraying-raises-alarm-over-unregulated-pesticides-from-occupied-areas
Residents of a village in Nicosia district are raising alarm after a citizen reported seeing a suspicious grass spraying event, which is feared to involve the toxic pesticide Lannate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/45-year-old-suspect-in-fraud-case-held-in-british-bases-custody
A 45-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a criminal group that defrauded citizens in Cyprus has been placed in custody by a court in the British Sovereign Base Areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ctp-committed-to-resolving-the-cyprus-problem-says-akansoy
Asim Akansoy, Secretary-General of the Republican Turkish Party (CTP), shared insights from his recent participation in a program in Bern, Switzerland....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/from-panels-for-everyone-to-blackouts-for-all-how-did-we-manage-to-mess-this-up
The whole solar panel initiative could have been—let’s be honest—one of the few success stories of the government.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/solar-power-minus-the-power-as-homeowners-left-in-the-dark
Citizens who installed photovoltaic (solar) systems in Cyprus are feeling left in the dark and frustrated as their green energy is continuously cut off, leaving them to rely on conventional electricity. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/multiple-power-outages-at-nicosia-kyrenia-district-court
The recurring power outages experienced on Monday at the Nicosia-Keryneia District Court have once again emphasized the inadequacy of court buildings in Nicosia and the urgent need for new judicial facilities in the capital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/crumbling-balconies-and-falling-debris-spark-safety-concerns
A photo of a dangerously unstable apartment building, believed to be in Paphos, has reignited public concern over neglected buildings and the risks they pose....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/increasing-reports-of-animal-poisoning
There has been a rise in reports of animal poisonings, particularly affecting pets, according to a statement from the Animal Party Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-secretary-of-state-discusses-regional-issues-with-cyprus-minister-of-foreign-affairs
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Cyprus' Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadline-to-report-solar-water-heater-damage-extended-to-may-14-2025
The Ministry of Interior has announced an extension for citizens to report damage to solar water heaters caused by recent freezing temperatures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-says-there-will-be-hell-to-pay-if-hamas-does-not-yield
In a recent post shared via the official Facebook accounts of President Donald J. Trump and The White House, the president issued a stark message to the militant group Hamas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-resident-billionaires-behind-cyprus-rise-as-a-global-business-hub
Cyprus has quietly become a magnet for some of the world's wealthiest individuals, transforming the island into a hub for global business and investment. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/net-billing-to-replace-net-metering-what-you-need-to-know
Cyprus is set to transition from the current net-metering system to net-billing for new residential solar energy systems, with the backing of the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-the-netherlands-a-strong-but-often-overlooked-bond
The Netherlands, a key player in both the EU and NATO, remains somewhat of an unknown entity in Cyprus—aside from Amsterdam’s popularity as a travel destination and the well-known football club Ajax....
