https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/massive-power-outage-cripples-spain-portugal
A massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, grounding flights, halting public transportation, and disrupting daily life for millions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-viper-sightings-in-the-cyprus-countryside
If you’re heading out for a springtime walk along Cyprus' country roads or trails, keep your eyes peeled, and your cool. A recent spike in viper sightings has prompted fresh warnings from experts, especially as more people take to nature during the warmer months....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shark-attack-off-israel-s-mediterranean-coast
In a rare and chilling incident off Israel’s Mediterranean coast, authorities are searching for a swimmer believed to have been bitten by a shark near Olga Beach, just north of Hadera....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-army-leads-civilian-tours-inside-occupied-syrian-land
In a move sparking international attention, and concern, Israel’s army is leading guided tours for civilians deep into occupied Syrian land, turning former conflict zones into hiking destinations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/millions-spent-promises-made—but-children-still-suffer-in-silence
''What’s the goal here? To have food on the table for a day or two, or to ensure there's always food on the table?''...
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/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/heathrow-airport-shutdown-sparks-chaos-–-flights-from-larnaca-canceled
A major power outage at Heathrow Airport has thrown international travel into disarray, grounding thousands of flights and leaving passengers stranded....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heathrow-airport-shuts-down-due-to-nearby-fire-flights-diverted
London’s Heathrow Airport, the busiest in the UK, has been forced to close until at least midnight following a major power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/slogans-are-easier-than-strategy
Until the Cyprus problem is resolved—if and when that ever happens—in a future where President Fidan and his federal co-presidents, Christodoulides and Erhürman, have built a tunnel connecting Cyprus directly to the rest of Europe via Turkey, leaders, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-starts-the-week-in-a-haze-just-like-you-before-your-first-cuppa
Good morning, Cyprus! It’s Monday—ugh. If your first cup of coffee isn’t quite cutting through the grogginess, blame it on the dusty skies and the lingering heat. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/questions-mount-after-14-year-old-s-tragic-fall-from-trilogy-tower
The tragic death of a 14-year-old boy who fell from the 34th floor of the Trilogy complex in Limassol has left many questions unanswered, sparking intense investigations by law enforcement since early Thursday morning. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-investigate-how-14-year-old-reached-34th-floor-before-fatal-fall
Authorities are stepping up their investigation into the shocking death of a 14-year-old boy who fell from the 34th floor of an unfinished apartment at the Trilogy Towers in Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/liopetri-river-restoration-moves-forward-supporting-fishermen-and-local-economy
The long-awaited restoration of the Liopetri River is gaining momentum, with key government officials meeting behind closed doors to discuss how to move the project forward. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/truck-removal-delayed-for-27-days-causing-major-traffic-disruption
A bizarre and frustrating situation has unfolded on the Limassol-Nicosia motorway, where a truck, which has been stranded for 27 days after a traffic accident, is only now being removed—causing yet another headache for drivers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ready-set-go-police-amp-up-road-patrols-for-long-weekend-traffic
The police, particularly the Traffic Department, will deploy significantly more personnel over the weekend and on Green Monday to ensure smooth traffic flow on highways and other roads....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greeks-calling-for-accountability-2-years-after-tempe-train-tragedy
Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....
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/the-top-ideas-from-the-educational-environmental-program-mind-reset-2024-2025-were-honored
The 4rth mind REset environmental educational programme concluded in an inspiring, dynamic and innovative awards ceremony on Wednesday, February 19 at the Royal Hall in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/limassol-s-beloved-aris-club-temporarily-shuttered-amid-heroes-square-revamp
For nearly a century, the Aris Limassol Club has been a staple of the city’s culture—not just as a historic association, but as a beloved tavern serving up some of the best meze in town. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/freedom-holding-corp-reports-57-surge-in-q3-revenue-hits-$9-billion-market-cap-milestone
Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), the parent company of Freedom24, has announced two significant milestones: strong third quarter results for fiscal year 2025 and a record market capitalisation of $9 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-over-6-400-earthquakes-shake-santorini-sparking-mass-exodus
Santorini, one of Greece’s most beloved tourist destinations, has been left eerily quiet. The usually bustling island, famous for its stunning caldera views and whitewashed houses, has emptied as thousands of residents, workers, and visitors flee a relentless earthquake swarm shaking the region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-evidence-and-key-testimony-in-golden-passports-case
The trial linked to Cyprus' controversial naturalization scheme took a turn on Monday as new photographic and video evidence was introduced in court, while a police sergeant confirmed that an earlier investigation into leaked documents had been closed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ticking-time-bomb-as-sewage-leaks-threaten-akrotiri-salt-lake
A major environmental crisis is unfolding at Akrotiri Salt Lake, as sewage leaks and chemical discharges threaten Cyprus’ most important wetland...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/threat-against-president-christodoulides-under-investigation
Authorities in Cyprus are working behind closed doors to investigate a threatening message sent to President Nikos Christodoulides. While details remain scarce, the President himself confirmed the threat, emphasizing that he has full confidence in law enforcement to handle the case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fear-in-santorini-as-quakes-continue-–-schools-closed-residents-try-to-flee
Fear and uncertainty have gripped the residents of Santorini after a series of earthquakes rocked the island, prompting local authorities to close schools on Monday as a precautionary measure. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-ended-2024-with-a-banking-boom-as-loans-and-deposits-surged
Cyprus closed out 2024 with a surge in banking activity, as both loans and deposits saw substantial increases, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-traffic-delays-expected-again-on-limassol-nicosia-highway-this-weekend
After last weekend's frustrating delays for drivers, another set of roadworks is set to affect travel this weekend on the Limassol-Nicosia motorway. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/chinese-ai-startup-deepseek-shakes-us-tech-and-wall-st
In a major turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has called the Chinese start-up DeepSeek a ''game-changer'' for the future of artificial intelligence (AI), urging the U.S. tech industry to "wake up" in response to the sudden disruption the company has caused. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/it-was-a-low-bar
The Housing Grant Scheme for young couples and individuals up to 41 years of age was launched on 31 October 2024, with a target of 400 beneficiary applications and a total budget of €15 million. ...