https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-say-drug-testing-at-stadiums-is-impractical
The President of the Cyprus Police Association, Giorgos Georgiou, analyzed the difficulties in implementing drug and alcohol tests at stadiums in light of the government’s new bills aimed at tackling violence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eurobank-moves-for-full-control-of-hellenic-bank-in-major-takeover-push
February is shaping up to be a pivotal month for Hellenic Bank, as key financial moves unfold, including a full takeover bid by major shareholder Eurobank, the completion of key acquisitions, and a voluntary exit plan for employees....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-energy-landscape-shifts-as-eni-total-and-kogas-withdraw-from-blocks
The energy landscape of Cyprus' exclusive economic zone (EEZ) is set for a major shift as the French-Italian-Korean consortium of Total, ENI, and Kogas prepares to exit Blocks 2, 3, and 9 at the end of January....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-irony-as-father-of-crash-victim-receives-recall-notice-for-fatal-vehicle
The father of 19-year-old Styliani Giorgallis, who lost her life in a car accident last October, was devastated to receive a recall notice for the very vehicle in which she died—months after the crash....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sweeps-thailand-in-davis-cup-edges-closer-to-b-division
Cyprus' national tennis team delivered a stellar performance in Nicosia on Saturday, securing a dominant 4-0 victory over Thailand in the Davis Cup. With this win, Cyprus advances to the final phase of the play-offs, bringing them closer to a coveted spot in the B division of the Davis Cup World Cup....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-central-bank-sets-interest-rate-limits-to-protect-consumers
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has announced that the official reference interest rate will be set at 11.50%. This means that banks and other lenders in Cyprus must not charge higher rates than this when offering loans, extending payment terms, or renewing loans. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadliest-u-s-aviation-disaster-in-nearly-25-years-claims-67-lives
A horrific midair collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet on January 29, 2025, has resulted in the deaths of all 67 people aboard the two aircraft....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragedy-on-cyprus-roads-as-two-young-lives-lost-in-separate-crashes
Two tragic road accidents within hours of each other have left two young lives lost, sparking renewed concerns over road safety in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/american-airlines-jet-collides-with-us-military-helicopter-leaving-dozens-dead
A tragic mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., has left at least 30 people dead after an American Airlines flight carrying 64 people crashed into the Potomac River....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/asylum-seeker-detained-at-airport-for-months-ordered-released
The Supreme Court of Cyprus has ordered the immediate release of an asylum seeker who had been detained at Larnaca airport since November. The ruling was made on January 23, 2025, after the applicant, an individual from Uganda, challenged his continued detention....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-housing-is-in-crisis-as-foreign-buyers-take-over-the-market
As housing becomes an increasingly pressing issue for the majority of Cypriots, Parliament is opening up a debate on the surge in real estate purchases by third-country nationals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/abu-dhabi-s-purehealth-expands-into-cyprus
Cypriot citizens may soon see noticeable changes in their healthcare services following a significant acquisition deal involving PureHealth, an Abu Dhabi-based healthcare company....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rik-welfare-fund-scandal-taxpayers-on-the-hook-for-mismanaged-millions
A potential case of misappropriation of public funds has emerged involving the Cyprus Radio Broadcasting Corporation's (RIK) Welfare Fund, according to findings from the Parliamentary Control Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tightens-immigration-rules-with-new-law-changes
In a unanimous decision, the Cyprus House of Representatives has approved an update to the country’s Aliens and Immigration Law, bringing in new changes that aim to modernize the immigration system and align it with the recently created State Ministry of Immigration and International Protection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-losing-confidence-in-solar-energy-amid-frequent-shutdowns
In recent years, Cyprus has been pushing hard to adopt renewable energy, particularly solar energy, by encouraging homeowners to install photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/murderer-behind-bars-gives-controversial-podcast-interview
In a bizarre and controversial turn of events, Loy Dejan, a notorious four-time murderer, has made waves by giving an online interview from his prison cell, further igniting concerns over the rampant use of mobile phones inside Cyprus' Central Prison....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-3-100-traffic-offences-reported-in-one-week
More than 3,104 traffic offences were detected and reported during traffic checks carried out by members of the police across the country from 13/01/2025 to 19/01/2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/works-announced-to-improve-the-agios-dometios-crossing
Improvement works on the Agios Dometios crossing are set to commence on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, and are expected to continue until May 21, 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uncontrolled-water-leak-at-mavrokolympos-dam-raises-fears-of-ecological-disaster
A significant and uncontrolled water outflow from the Mavrokolympos Dam in the Paphos region has raised alarm over potential ecological and agricultural consequences. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/community-demands-action-after-fatal-dog-attack-in-oroklini
A heartbreaking incident in Oroklini has ignited a wave of outrage and heated discussion among residents after a beloved cat, Mr. T, was killed by a dog that reportedly entered a private garden. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-accused-of-using-foreign-companies-to-access-citizen-data
The Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection clarified on Friday that no foreign or domestic company has direct access to government IT systems, records, or databases for issuing fines...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-crash-in-kyrenia-claims-lives-of-mother-and-daughter
In a tragic incident early this morning, a 41-year-old mother and her 12-year-old daughter lost their lives in a traffic accident in the occupied Bogazi district of Kyrenia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/echr-tells-cyprus-pay-up-for-buffer-zone-property-used-by-un
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ordered Cyprus to compensate a British national for the use of her house in the buffer zone by UN peacekeeping forces without paying rent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-69-000-migrants-arrive-in-east-med-as-cyprus-faces-rising-numbers
In 2024, Cyprus found itself in a challenging situation as one of the two EU regions where irregular arrivals of migrants and refugees actually increased, according to new data from Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/car-fire-shuts-down-lane-on-nicosia-larnaca-highway
A vehicle fire on the Nicosia-Larnaca highway caused some disruption this morning, leading to the closure of one lane just before the Rizoelia roundabout....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-greenlights-defense-aid-to-cyprus-in-historic-move
The White House has announced a landmark decision that directly impacts Cyprus and its role in the Eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heading-to-the-greek-islands-ferry-prices-are-going-up
If you’re dreaming of sailing to Greece’s picturesque islands, it’s time to budget a little extra. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spanish-parliamentary-leader-visits-pournara-migrant-center
The President of Spain’s Congress of Deputies, Francina Armengol Socias, visited the Pournara First Reception Centre in Cyprus on Tuesday, shedding light on the shared challenges of migration faced by both countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/los-angeles-wildfires-rage-on-leaving-11-dead-and-a-city-in-ashes
As fires ravage Los Angeles for a fifth straight day, the death toll has climbed to at least 11 people, and over 140,000 acres have been scorched, leaving entire neighborhoods in ashes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-eu-shake-up-includes-higher-schengen-visa-fees-stricter-border-checks-and-key-new-citizenship-rules
In 2024, the European Union implemented several significant changes impacting the Schengen Area and EU citizenship rules....
