https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/signs-claiming-british-genocide-base-appear-near-akrotiri-investigation-underway
Strange signs reading ''British Genocide Base'' in both English and Greek appeared on roads leading to the Akrotiri British Bases in Cyprus earlier this week, catching the attention of passersby and sparking heated discussion online. ...
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/cypriot-official-accuses-government-of-hindering-solar-power-for-fossil-fuel-interests
In a heated exchange over Cyprus' energy policies, Kyriacos Hadjiyiannis, the president of the House Energy Committee, has stirred controversy by suggesting that the government’s stance on solar energy might be driven by a hidden agenda....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/loathing-european-free-loading-leaked-chat-exposes-u-s-contempt-for-allies
A leaked group chat involving some of the most senior figures in the Trump administration has revealed deep-seated resentment toward European allies, exposing frustrations over defense spending and security cooperation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunters-protest-shakes-cyprus-politics
The government is facing backlash over its handling of Sunday’s disruptive hunters’ protest, which saw major roads blocked and sparked widespread anger. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/protests-erupt-over-new-headscarf-policy-in-turkish-cypriot-schools
Teachers' organizations in Cyprus are speaking out against a recent change to the country's school policies that allows girls under 18 to wear headscarves in schools. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-mep-calls-for-return-of-statue-of-liberty-citing-us-departure-from-its-values
French MEP Raphael Glucksmann has stirred controversy by suggesting that the United States should return the Statue of Liberty to France....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/norwegian-ski-jumping-team-accused-of-manipulating-ski-suits-to-fly-farther
Is nothing sacred anymore? You’d think ski jumping would be immune to cheating—after all, how can you manipulate something as straightforward as launching off a ramp?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/air-canada-under-fire-for-in-flight-map-labeling-israel-as-palestinian-territory
A passenger on an Air Canada flight from Vancouver to Toronto sparked controversy after noticing that the airline’s in-flight map labeled Israel as ''Palestinian Territory.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/malta-s-eurovision-entry-sparks-controversy-over-song-title
Malta’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 has been thrown into turmoil after the EBU ruled that the singer must change the title and lyrics of her song, Kant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-under-fire-over-community-leader-appointments
Tensions are mounting over the government's controversial decision to appoint 209 community leaders in the newly established municipalities, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/paphos-local-planning-authority-set-to-greenlight-controversial-tourist-development
The Paphos Local Plan Authority (EOA) is on the verge of approving a contentious tourist development in Latchi, despite confirmed planning violations by the project's Israeli owners — sparking serious questions about the conduct of local authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/meritocracy-privilege-and-the-cypriot-dream-reflections-on-the-english-school-controversy
Children and adolescents in many parts of the world, including Cyprus, face real problems. Bombs rain down on Ukraine, poverty ravages Gaza, school shootings plague the USA, natural disasters devastate the poorest regions, and here in Cyprus, an entire family recently perished in a tragic house fire....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-bold-overhaul-aims-to-boost-economy-but-sparks-debate
Cyprus is preparing to implement its first major tax reform in over two decades, aiming to modernize the tax system, boost competitiveness, and align with international standards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/english-school-board-denies-pressure-claims-alleges-smear-campaign
A deepening dispute at the English School in Nicosia has taken another turn, with several board members rejecting allegations made by the headmaster that they pressured him over entrance exam results....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/barbershop-battle-brews-in-nicosia-s-old-town-as-cypriot-barbers-face-extinction
In Nicosia’s Old Town, a quiet battle is playing out—one haircut at a time. On one side are the last five Cypriot barbers still operating in the walled city, clinging to tradition and fearing extinction. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ignored-57-eu-warnings-about-deadly-takata-airbags—why
Since 2019, the EU’s early warning system, Rapex-Safety Gate, has issued 57 alerts about defective Takata airbags, classifying the risk as "injuries" and warning that if deployed, metal fragments could injure or kill vehicle occupants. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/blame-game-erupts-over-limassol-tragedy-and-electricity-law
A fierce political dispute has ignited between former Transport Minister Yannis Karousos and current Minister Alexis Vafeadis following the recent tragedy in Limassol, with both officials pointing fingers over the state of electrical safety regulations in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-environmental-dept-backs-latchi-development-despite-irregularities
A controversial tourist development in Latchi, Paphos, is facing increasing scrutiny as both the Paphos Provincial Municipality and the Environment Department become involved in a growing legal and environmental dispute. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-judge-banned-for-score-fixing-to-secure-cyprus-an-olympic-spot
A top Cypriot rhythmic gymnastics judge has been banned for four years after an investigation found she manipulated scores to help a fellow Cypriot qualify for the Paris Olympics....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-sanctions-icc-in-defense-of-netanyahu
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), blasting its actions as ''illegal and unjustifiable'' after it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/simon-aykut-allegedly-threatened-president-christodoulides
Simon Aykut, an Israeli property developer and founder of the controversial Afik Group, is awaiting trial in Cyprus, facing serious accusations that he threatened the country’s president, Nicos Christodoulides. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/car-distributors-exploiting-drivers-with-fees-on-airbag-recalls
Lawmakers are taking aim at two car distributors accused of charging administrative fees for replacing recalled airbags, calling the practice ''obscene'' and ''exploitative.''...
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/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/comment/opinion/finally-the-night-we-ve-all-been-waiting-for-no-not-eurovision
Finally! The night we've all been waiting for. Tonight at 7 p.m., Cyprus will witness a grand moment—not the Eurovision finals, but something equally thrilling (or so we’re told)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-construction-in-latchi-sparks-legal-battle
A brewing scandal in Latchi has exposed significant irregularities in the construction of a tourism project, placing local authorities and developers under scrutiny. ...
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/trump-orders-release-of-secret-assassination-files
In a move stirring significant controversy, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the declassification of decades-old government records tied to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. ...
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....
