https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/roads-reopen-at-rizoelia-after-tense-stand-off-with-farmers
Traffic is flowing normally again at the Rizoelia roundabout on Friday morning, police said, after a tense day that saw one of Larnaca’s key junctions partially blocked by protesting livestock farmers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-evolution-of-cypriot-cinema
While the most famous Cypriot filmmaker arguably remains Michael Cacoyannis who wrote, directed and produced ZORBA THE GREEK (1964), a lot has happened since the pioneer days of documentaries on the island’s folk culture and rural life. Cypriot cinema was born much later than that of most other countries – in the 1960s – and this edition of the _UNDERSCORE looks at the developments that have shaped it since then – from its relationship to the island’s turbulent history to the successes of the past decade. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/miltiadis-claims-stage-victory-at-tour-of-hainan
Cypriot cycling celebrated a landmark international success this week, as national champion Andreas Miltiades claimed victory in Stage 3 of the prestigious Tour of Hainan in China....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-voters-to-receive-electoral-booklets-ahead-of-deadline
New voters registered ahead of upcoming elections in Cyprus are being asked to collect their electoral booklets in the coming days, as authorities move to ensure everyone is ready to cast their vote....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/free-cancer-screening-programmes-and-early-detection-initiatives-expand-nationwide
A shift toward prevention is at the centre of Cyprus’ health planning, with new screening programmes, reforms, and infrastructure projects outlined by Neophytos Charalambides during a presentation of the Ministry’s 2025 review and its priorities for the year ahead....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/freedom-holding-corp-acquires-chessbase-a-market-leader-in-chess-software-data-and-content
NEW YORK CITY, NY / April 16, 2026 / Freedom Holding Corp., the international investment and technology company, has announced the acquisition of ChessBase, one of the world's oldest and largest platforms specializing in chess software, analytics and database solutions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/free-menb-vaccinations-for-students-linked-to-uk-university
Health authorities have introduced precautionary measures following a series of meningococcal group B infections reported in the United Kingdom, concentrated among students in Canterbury, Kent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lightning-strikes-cause-forest-fires-swiftly-contained
Two forest fires caused by lightning strikes were brought under control within minutes on Friday morning after a rapid response by the Department of Forests....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/memorial-run-planned-in-limassol-for-27-year-old-dex
A memorial run will be held this Sunday in Limassol to honor the life of Dex, a 27-year-old Nigerian man who tragically lost his life in the recent apartment building collapse in Germasogeia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-and-turkish-cypriot-veterinarians-unite-to-tackle-animal-diseases
Veterinary professionals from both the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities have begun a new phase of collaboration aimed at addressing animal health concerns across the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/xylophagou-s-spud-reborn-iconic-landmark-back-on-display
The well-known potato landmark in Xylofagou has been restored and returned to its original spot after being damaged by severe weather....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-law-allows-unlicensed-leisure-venues-to-become-legal
Parliament has approved a new legal framework that regulates how leisure venues are licensed and operated, replacing older legislation and expanding oversight....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-cyprus-became-one-of-europe-s-hiv-success-stories
Cyprus may be small, but when it comes to tackling HIV, the island is quietly leading the way in Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/petrolina-supports-the-adopt-a-family-for-easter-campaign
Petrolina supported this year's nationwide 'Adopt a Family for Easter' campaign, organised by the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council (PVCC). True to its values and commitment to society, the company, with the active involvment of the Petrolina Community, helped support vulnerable families during the Easter period....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pentakomo-residents-demand-action-over-escalating-waste-and-pollution-crisis-video
Frustration is mounting among residents of Pentakomo, a community increasingly burdened by severe environmental degradation linked to nearby waste management operations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ayia-napa-run-for-autism-draws-record-crowds-as-government-advances-€4-5m-support-center
The coastal town of Ayia Napa was transformed into a vibrant hub of solidarity and sport on Sunday, as more than 4,500 runners from over 20 countries gathered for the 5th annual ''Run for Autism Half Marathon,'' a charity event that continues to grow in scale and significance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akrotiri-residents-oppose-antennas-but-british-bases-can-take-the-land-anyway
Residents in the Akrotiri area may have little say over a major new military installation planned near their homes after Kourion Mayor Pantelis Georgiou revealed that British Bases authorities legally have the power to requisition land even if the community objects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-makes…-checkmate-in-chess
In a historic moment, Cyprus becomes the centre of the global chess world. For the first time, the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, located in the Peyia area of Paphos, will host one of the most important and demanding tournaments in the world championship cycle, from March 28 to April 16, 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/hio-s-double-payment-excuses-don-t-add-up
The Health Insurance Organization (HIO) manages the largest public health budget on the island, handling funds from patients, employers, and the state. Yet its recent response to a Kathimerini report on double payments totaling €150 million is a textbook example of smoke and mirrors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pwc-foundation-promotes-financial-literacy-among-young-people-during-global-money-week-2026
PwC Cyprus and the PwC Foundation actively supported Global Money Week 2026, which took place from 16 to 22 March 2026, by implementing the educational programme “Financial Literacy” for the fourth consecutive year. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/from-cyprus-to-manhattan-25-year-old-founder-brings-mediterranean-heat-to-nyc-fitness-scene
Forget boring spin classes and sweaty expo halls. Imagine sweating it out on a Manhattan rooftop while DJs drop beats, your friends cheer you on, and every move feels more like a celebration than a workout. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-build-new-prison-in-isolated-area-as-calls-for-reform-grow
Cyprus will build a new correctional facility on a remote state-owned site near Mathiatis, Justice Minister Kostas Phytiris announced during a parliamentary Human Rights Committee session. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/five-villages-with-the-same-name-one-shared-heart
Five villages across Cyprus that share the name, "Prasteio", are taking a joint step to strengthen cooperation and preserve their shared heritage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/invest-cyprus-participates-in-roundtable-event-in-new-york
Invest Cyprus participated yesterday, 19 March 2026, in New York in a breakfast roundtable event organised in collaboration with FT Locations and fDi Intelligence, marking the second event in the series following the launch of the collaboration in London last month. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/grain-producers-call-for-possible-closure-of-crossing-points-to-contain-foot-and-mouth-disease
The Pancyprian Grain Producers’ Organization has called on the government to examine stronger measures to contain the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, including the possible closure of crossing points between government-controlled areas and the occupied territories....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/halloumi-exports-tested-as-foot-and-mouth-disease-spreads
The continued spread of foot-and-mouth disease has raised serious concern across Cyprus’s agri-food sector and business community, particularly regarding halloumi, the country’s most important agricultural export....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-quarries-still-out-of-control-audit-warns
Six years after the last audit of Cyprus’ Mining and Quarrying Service, compliance remains alarmingly low, according to a new report from the Auditor General. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/euc-dental-symposium-2026
The Dental School Student Association of European University Cyprus (EUC) successfully hosted the EUC Dental Symposium 2026, held on 7–8 March at the EUC Cultural Center in Nicosia, Cyprus,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/yes-i-can-inspiring-paralympic-photo-exhibition-takes-over-limassol-s-molos
The heart of Limassol has been transformed into a gallery of courage and resilience with the official opening of the “Yes, I Can” photo exhibition at the Molos seafront. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/xylofagou-potato-statue-to-cost-€2-000-to-repair-after-storm-damage-video
The well-known potato statue in the village of Xylofagou will require about €2,000 in repairs after being knocked down by severe winds over the weekend....