https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-law-clears-the-way-for-dash-cams-on-cyprus-roads
Cyprus has introduced legislation that regulates the use of dashboard cameras in vehicles, establishing clear conditions for their installation and operation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/freedom24-wins-three-global-banking-finance-awards-2026-for-tradernet-and-neo-compliance
Freedom24, part of Freedom Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: FRHC), has been named a winner in three nominations of the 2026 Global Banking & Finance Awards, securing recognition for both its proprietary trading platform Tradernet and its AI-driven Neo Compliance framework....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/celebrations-and-shelling-mark-start-of-israel-hezbollah-ceasefire
A temporary halt in fighting between Israel and Lebanon has begun, marking a 10-day pause in hostilities that has resulted in both optimism and concern on the ground....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ecb-says-interest-rates-played-a-key-role-in-curbing-inflation-across-the-euro-area
The European Central Bank (ECB) says monetary policy in the euro area was highly effective during the tightening cycle of 2022 to 2023. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/this-time-let-s-measure-corruption
Corruption in a state carries real costs. It slows growth, erodes trust, and ultimately weakens the quality of democracy citizens experience....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bus-driver-seriously-injured-in-passenger-attack
A bus driver remains hospitalized with serious injuries after being assaulted by a passenger last Sunday. Medical staff are expected to carry out an MRI scan to better evaluate his condition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-keeps-fuel-prices-among-eu-s-lowest-despite-ongoing-cost-pressures
Cyprus continues to rank among the European Union countries with relatively lower fuel costs, according to Finance Minister Makis Keravnos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tops-eu-in-social-media-use-among-young-people
In 2025, 98.25% of individuals aged 16-29 in Cyprus reported using social networking platforms, placing the country at the top among the 19 EU member states with available data....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germasogeia-building-collapse-leaves-one-dead-several-injured
Part of a two-story apartment building collapsed in Germasogeia shortly before 13:30 on Holy Saturday, triggering a major emergency response with reports of trapped individuals and multiple injuries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-tightens-doctor-registration-rules-adds-greek-language-requirement
Parliament has approved amendments to the legislation governing the registration of doctors, introducing a series of changes aimed at improving oversight, modernizing procedures, and supporting the country’s growing focus on medical tourism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-increases-russian-lng-imports-despite-looming-energy-ban
The European Union has significantly increased its reliance on liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia in early 2026, despite its stated goal of phasing out all Russian gas imports within the next two years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-already-blocked-as-eu-border-system-enters-first-day-of-full-rollout
A newly implemented European border control system has already led to thousands of travelers being refused entry, with authorities also flagging hundreds of individuals as potential security risks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/climate-progress-hinges-on-peace-in-the-eastern-mediterranean-says-jeffrey-sachs
Professor Jeffrey Sachs emphasized that meaningful climate action in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East depends heavily on achieving political stability and cooperation across the region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-lamb-demand-surpasses-supermarket-forecasts
Demand for locally produced meat in Cyprus is rising as Easter approaches, with officials reporting that supply levels remain stable and the market is functioning without shortages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/europe-after-the-illusion
Even if a “normal” politician wins the next U.S. presidential election, Europe will find it hard to trust the United States again. What it is going through right now has convinced even the most committed Atlanticists that something has to change. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/oil-prices-drop-but-drivers-aren-t-seeing-relief-at-the-pump
Even if tensions in the Persian Gulf begin to ease, a quick return to lower energy prices is unlikely. Reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and gas shipments, would certainly help restore supply. However, it is only one step in the recovery process....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-plans-social-media-ban-for-under-15s-starting-in-2027
Greece is advocating for a coordinated European approach to limit social media access for younger teens, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urging a bloc-wide rule that would apply to children under 15....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-faces-€459-billion-budget-gap-while-member-states-clash-over-spending-priorities
The European Commission has placed the 27 member states before what it calls a “fiscal trilemma,” centered on the new European budget under discussion for the seven-year period 2028–2034, which is dividing partners during the energy crisis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-27-000-mile-ride-that-redefined-one-cypriot-s-sense-of-home-video
A Greek-Cypriot traveler, Nikos Leontis, spent over a year riding across continents on a motorbike, covering roughly 44,000 kilometers (about 27,000 miles). What began as a demanding overland expedition from Greece and Cyprus into Africa gradually turned into something more meaningful; an exploration of identity and human connection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-records-over-3-1-million-short-term-rental-nights-in-peak-summer-2025
Data released by Eurostat shows that Cyprus saw just over 3.1 million overnight stays in short-term rental properties during the third quarter of 2025, covering the peak summer months from July through September. ...
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/comment/opinion/politics-blog-missiles-in-the-sky-scandals-on-the-ground
We are living through scenes straight out of the Apocalypse. In the Middle East and on our little island. Locally and internationally. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fuel-prices-set-to-drop-saturday-after-last-minute-delay
A long-awaited reduction in fuel taxes meant to ease pressure on households will not begin Thursday as originally planned but instead take effect at midnight on April 4, giving fuel companies time to adjust prices before motorists see the savings....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-families-say-ivf-clinics-in-occupied-cyprus-used-wrong-donors
A number of British families have come forward with serious concerns that fertility clinics in occupied Cyprus may have used incorrect sperm or egg donors during IVF treatment, raising questions about oversight and patient safety....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-records-unusually-high-thyroid-cancer-rates
A senior endocrinologist has said that thyroid cancer rates in Cyprus are significantly elevated compared with the rest of Europe, while stressing that current evidence does not connect this trend to regional conflicts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-remains-a-key-gateway-as-europe-s-‘golden-visa-landscape-shifts
As several European countries tighten or scrap their so-called “golden visa” schemes, Cyprus is emerging as one of the most stable and accessible options for investors seeking residency within the EU....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-labour-costs-rise-to-€21-7-an-hour-in-2025-eu-data-shows
New figures released by Eurostat show that Cyprus recorded an average hourly labour cost of €21.7 in 2025, with non-wage expenses accounting for just under one-fifth of total labour costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-linked-firms-tied-to-€25-8m-russian-construction-fraud-investigation-finds
A new investigation by the Cyprus Investigative Reporting Network (CIReN) reveals that companies based in Cyprus were linked to a €25.8 million fraud case involving Russia’s construction sector....
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/over-11-000-illegal-fireworks-confiscated-so-far-in-2026
Authorities in Cyprus are continuing a nationwide effort to curb dangerous activities linked to Easter bonfires and firecrackers, with officials reporting thousands of confiscations already this year....
