https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-foreign-companies-pledge-30-local-workforce-by-2027
Cyprus has seen undeniable growth in foreign companies, and the economic benefits are clearly outweighing any potential downsides. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-glitch-in-the-system-nicosia-speed-cameras-just-for-show-since-2022
In what can only be described as yet another comically predictable twist in Cyprus’ long-running traffic camera saga, it turns out that two speed cameras on Griva Digeni Avenue in Nicosia have been completely out of service since October 2022....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-makes-its-move-in-the-age-of-ai
Ask any country today and chances are they’ll tell you they want to be a hub for technological development—especially in the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-strikes-back-at-trump-s-tariffs-opens-door-to-china
The European Union is firing back at Washington’s trade aggression with its own round of tariffs, as Brussels prepares a united front in response to former President Donald Trump’s protectionist push....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/postal-package-packed-with-pot-pursuit-of-person-pending
Testimony has been obtained against an individual, and a court-issued arrest warrant has been issued for the person, who is now wanted by authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-prepares-for-its-biggest-summer-season-yet-in-cyprus-with-a-new-destination
Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline, is gearing up for its largest-ever summer season in Cyprus, offering more destinations, increased capacity, and unparalleled travel opportunities for Cypriot passengers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-unveils-bold-customer-first-overhaul-with-€14-billion-investment
Wizz Air, recognized as the most environmentally sustainable airline in EMEA, is taking customer experience to new heights with the launch of its Customer First transformation plan. The initiative, backed by a massive €14 billion investment over the next three years, aims to enhance every stage of the travel experience—from booking to landing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/enjoy-easter-with-the-most-epic-offers-–-€200-discount-on-smartphones-at-epic
Will you finally get the smartphone you’ve been dreaming of this Easter? Epic gives you the chance to get it with €0 upfront and a €200 discount with the 5G Unlimited Max Plus plan, all with an amazingly low monthly fee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tech-boom-boosts-the-economy-by-€7-billion
For years, Cyprus’ economy leaned heavily on tourism and professional services, but the rapid rise of technology companies is reshaping the island’s financial landscape....
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/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/hang-up-or-pay-up-tougher-penalties-for-drivers-using-phones
Drivers caught holding a mobile phone while driving could soon face stricter financial penalties if a proposal by the Police, expected to be submitted for legislation, becomes law....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-sends-key-letter-to-spark-progress-in-cyprus-talks
A letter, which had been in the works for the past few weeks as part of a European Union-United Nations collaboration on the Cyprus issue, became the focal point from the very first day of the informal five-party meeting in Geneva....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-warn-about-the-health-risks-of-bottled-water-and-microplastics
Recent research has uncovered alarming health risks associated with drinking bottled water, primarily due to microplastics....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/animawings-launches-direct-flights-between-larnaca-and-bucharest
The rapidly expanding Romanian airline, AnimaWings, has launched direct flights between Larnaca and Bucharest....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kremlin-signals-cautious-optimism-on-trump-s-ukraine-ceasefire-proposal
Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a message to former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his proposed ceasefire in Ukraine, signaling “cautious optimism” for a potential agreement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/israel-backs-greece-cyprus-electrical-interconnection-project
Israel has expressed clear, albeit indirect, support for the Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection project, which will extend to Israel, reaffirming its commitment to regional energy cooperation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/whispers-of-power-lent-friendly-meals-and-a-mission-impossible
These are whispers—'Whispers of the Heart', as Michalis Hatzigiannis once sang—so take them with a grain of salt. A meeting reportedly took place between Young Nikos and Elder Nikos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-sees-investment-boom-as-foreign-companies-flock-to-the-island
The investment scene in Cyprus is off to a strong start in 2025, with foreign investors showing increased enthusiasm for setting up businesses on the island....
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/new-driving-license-law-to-impact-learner-drivers-in-cyprus
Starting in 2026, a new law will change how learner drivers in Cyprus are allowed to practice on the roads....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/freedom24-chess-academy-has-opened-in-limassol
Freedom24 Chess Academy was officially inaugurated in Limassol on March 1. Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., encouraged the young participants to strive for new heights in chess. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/passenger-numbers-at-airports-exceed-500-000-for-the-first-time-in-february
For the first time, passenger traffic at Larnaca and Paphos airports surpassed the 500,000 mark in February, reflecting an 8% increase compared to the same month last year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-at-its-best-15-years-of-dynamic-presence-in-cyprus
Lidl Cyprus celebrates 15 years of presence in the local market this year, a different celebration that shows us the character of the company, but also the reason why it has reached such a high level of preference among the Cypriot public. ...
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/news/aid-meant-for-gaza-civilians-diverted-to-hamas-according-to-leaked-recordings
In a startling turn of events, newly released recordings from early 2024 reveal that humanitarian aid entering Gaza—intended to help civilians—was instead diverted to Hamas leaders. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-dial-tones-to-digital-historic-phone-booths-reimagined-as-time-capsules
The first of 28 traditional phone booths has been transformed into a "Time Capsule"....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-celebrates-9-million-passenger-milestone-in-cyprus
Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline , proudly announces a major milestone in Cyprus, surpassing 9 million passengers transported to and from Larnaca International Airport since launching operations in the country. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-boosts-maritime-security-with-high-tech-coastguard-vessels
In a significant step to enhance Cyprus’ maritime security, the Port and Maritime Police introduced ten new high-tech vessels at a ceremony held at Limassol Port today. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chief-rabbi-of-cyprus-discusses-security-issues-with-chief-of-police
The Chief Rabbi of Cyprus held a meeting with the Chief of Police alongside senior officials from the Cyprus Police Force....
