https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/three-masked-men-rob-food-delivery-rider-at-knifepoint-in-limassol
A food delivery rider was attacked and robbed late on Tuesday night in the Limassol district, according to police....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strait-of-hormuz-reopening-depends-on-mine-clearance-effort
The agreement between Washington and Tehran has increased expectations that commercial shipping and energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz can resume without disruption. President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that oil shipments from both directions would continue, helping calm fears of supply shortages in global markets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/work-reimagined-gen-z-and-millennials-prioritise-wellbeing-and-skills-in-an-ai-driven-world
As Gen Zs and millennials move deeper into adulthood and leadership, they are reshaping how progress at work is defined, often prioritising stability, skills, and wellbeing before advancement, according to the results of Deloitte Global’s annual Gen Z and Millennial Survey. Now in its 15th year, the research draws on responses from more than 22,500 Gen Zs and millennials across 44 countries, alongside qualitative insights from business leaders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/summer-cinema-returns-to-faneromeni-with-free-screenings-in-nicosia
The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation is bringing back its open-air summer cinema programme as part of the FANEROMENI26 Arts Festival, offering free film screenings for audiences of all ages throughout July and August in central Nicosia...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-linked-to-seven-potential-offences-in-mafia-state-findings
Former president Nicos Anastasiades is linked to seven potential offences in the findings of Cyprus' Independent Authority Against Corruption following its investigation into allegations contained in the book Mafia State...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cannabis-boom-and-rising-cocaine-use-reshape-cyprus-drug-landscape
Cannabis remains the most commonly used illegal drug in Cyprus, while cocaine and methamphetamine are becoming increasingly present across the country, according to the European Drug Report 2026 presented in Nicosia by the Cyprus National Addictions Authority....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/workplace-accident-leaves-technician-critically-injured-after-compressor-explosion
A 49-year-old technician is fighting for his life following a workplace accident in Strovolos on Thursday afternoon, after an air-conditioning compressor he was repairing exploded....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-summer-serenade
An evening filled with music, energy, and emotion is coming this summer from Sistema Cyprus. More than 160 children from the organization’s five orchestras will get on stage to present a diverse program that highlights the joy of musical creation and the power of collective expression....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-greece-warships-train-together-in-offshore-military-exercise
Naval vessels from Cyprus and Greece carried out coordinated drills off the Larnaca and Limassol coastline on Tuesday, as part of the ongoing ''NIKITIS–DIMITRA 2026'' exercise, in a show of military cooperation that is likely to draw public attention across the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/melios-pet-centre-alleges-government-officials-conduct-led-to-deaths-of-legally-imported-animals
Melios Pet Centre Ltd has filed a formal complaint alleging a long pattern of misconduct by several government departments and officials, including actions that the company says caused significant financial losses and the death of imported animals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-and-europe-s-unfinished-question
Jean-Claude Juncker has with Cyprus what he himself describes as “a long-standing friendship.” A relationship that dates back to the earliest days of European enlargement and led him to follow the Cypriot question for more than a quarter of a century,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus–france-defense-ties-reach-new-level-with-landmark-military-cooperation-deal
A new chapter in Cyprus–France military relations has opened following the signing of a defense cooperation agreement between the two countries’ defense ministers on the sidelines of the EU Defense Ministers’ meeting held in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/decomposed-body-found-inside-larnaca-apartment
Police are investigating after a body in an advanced state of decomposition was found in an apartment in Larnaca....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-trainee-arrested-in-nicosia-over-suspected-anabolic-substances
A 30-year-old police probationer in Cyprus has been arrested in connection with an investigation into the alleged illegal possession of anabolic substances, authorities said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/1-gunther-groissbock-and-nelson-calzi-bring-operatic-grandeur-to-minthis
The Minthis Music Festival 2026 continues on 11 July with a distinguished lyrical evening, featuring internationally celebrated Austrian bass Günther Groissböck, in collaboration with renowned La Scala pianist Nelson Calzi....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-cypriot-jailed-in-the-occupied-areas-for-six-months-over-altered-insurance-document
A Greek Cypriot man has been sentenced to six months in prison by a "court" in occupied Nicosia after being found guilty of presenting an altered vehicle insurance document....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holiday-weekend-brings-heightened-police-presence-on-cyprus-roads
Police have launched an extensive safety operation for the Kataklysmos long weekend as thousands of people prepare to travel across Cyprus for holiday events and short breaks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/from-crisis-response-to-crisis-prevention-the-role-of-recovery-planning
The strongest recovery plans are not designed for the moment a crisis begins, but to prevent it from escalating in the first place. In a period marked by heightened financial volatility, regional geopolitical uncertainty, and continuously evolving regulatory expectations, the need for early preparedness and meaningful resilience is more relevant than ever. For banks, this is where Recovery Planning plays a central role....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/themis-180-plots-of-land-from-€1-000
THEMIS PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS LTD announces the conduct of electronic auctions, which will take place throughout June via the e-auctions platform, covering all districts of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/palestinian-suspects-held-after-anti-terror-raids-uncover-explosive-materials
Cypriot police are investigating two Palestinian men, ages 32 and 38, on allegations linked to terrorism offenses and participation in a criminal organization following their arrest under court warrants....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/search-for-cyprus-missing-persons-continues-at-eight-active-excavation-sites
The Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) has carried out 26 excavations since the start of 2026, leading to the discovery of two more missing persons, according to Turkish Cypriot CMP member Haki Muftuzade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-university-cyprus-students-support-special-olympics-cyprus-through-volunteering-and-community-service
European University Cyprus (EUC) reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to community engagement, inclusion, and health promotion through the participation of its students in the Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Screening Event, held on April 29, 2026, in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/128-drivers-caught-speeding-in-one-night-across-cyprus
Drivers across Cyprus were met with heavy police presence overnight as authorities carried out islandwide patrols aimed at tackling crime, dangerous driving, and boosting public safety....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/invest-cyprus-and-the-portuguese-brazilian-chamber-of-commerce-strengthen-the-bridge-between-brazil-portugal-cyprus-and-middle-east
Invest Cyprus participated in the exclusive event “From Brazil to Europe & MENA: Unlocking Business & Investment Opportunities through Portugal and Cyprus”, held on 28 April 2026 at the WTC Lisbon. The event brought together distinguished leaders, investors, policymakers, and representatives of the innovation ecosystem to highlight new strategic pathways connecting Brazil, Portugal, Cyprus, Europe, and the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-moves-to-tighten-motorcycle-safety-after-deadly-year
Cyprus is preparing a series of new road safety measures aimed at motorcyclists after a sharp rise in deadly crashes left authorities sounding the alarm over helmet use, poor maintenance, and risky driving behavior....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sandy-case-nears-critical-stage-with-legal-service-set-to-take-over
According to reports, the Legal Service of the Republic of Cyprus is expected to take over the next phase of the high-profile “Sandy” case, as the possibility of the Council of Ministers appointing criminal investigators now appears unlikely based on the information gathered so far and the report submitted to the Minister of Justice....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/minthis-music-festival-2026-opens-with-florian-christl-ensemble-featuring-niklas-liepe
The Minthis Music Festival 2026 opens on 8 July with a program of high artistic quality, featuring internationally acclaimed composer and pianist Florian Christl, winner of the German Film Music Award. He will perform alongside his ensemble, with distinguished violinist Niklas Liepe as a special guest artist, signed to Sony Music....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/explosion-at-elderly-couple-s-home-in-paphos-linked-to-military-grenade
An explosion late last night struck the residence of an elderly couple in Paphos, damaging parts of the property but causing no reported injuries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/17-year-old-olga-mikhailina-‘this-is-the-greatest-victory-of-my-life
The Candidates Tournament, held at the Cap St Georges Hotel from 28 March to 16 April, sparked a huge surge of interest in chess in Cyprus. For 20 days in the tournament’s fan zone, dozens of children and teenagers chatted with the stars, attended lectures and took part in masterclasses. World chess legend Boris Gelfand gave a simultaneous exhibition on 20 boards. Only 17-year-old Olga Mikhailina managed to beat a participant in the 2012 World Championship match. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-preparing-to-make-speed-camera-vans-easier-to-spot
Drivers in Cyprus may soon start seeing flashing beacons on mobile speed camera vans after parliament approved a controversial change aimed at shifting the focus from punishment to prevention....
