https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/environmental-organisations-press-president-over-delays-in-akamas-protection-measures
Five environmental organisations have issued a public call to President Nikos Christodoulides, urging the Government to make “clear commitments and concrete actions” on biodiversity protection and the management of Cyprus’ Natura 2000 protected areas following continued controversy surrounding the Akamas Peninsula....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cing-develops-breakthrough-ivf-genetic-test-for-inherited-diseases
Researchers at the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics have created a new genetic testing method that is improving the way doctors identify inherited diseases during IVF treatment, according to an announcement from the institute....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-patients-waiting-nearly-two-years-for-new-medicines
Patients in Cyprus wait more than 500 days on average to receive access to new medicines, placing the country among the slowest in Europe, according to speakers at a conference in Nicosia focused on pharmaceutical innovation and patient care....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-authorities-on-alert-after-explosive-packed-sea-drone-found-off-lefkada
Greek authorities are investigating a potentially serious security incident after a naval drone discovered off the island of Lefkada was reportedly found carrying possible explosive material, according to Greek media reports and security sources....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-airways-recognised-as-fastest-growing-airline-in-western-europe
Cyprus Airways is proud to announce that it has been recognised as the Fastest Growing Airline in Western Europe during the 2.5 Airline Marketing Workshop held in Athens as part of the celebrations marking the 25th anniversary of Athens International Airport....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-rector-prof-kostas-gouliamos-to-speak-at-conference-on-artificial-intelligence-in-athens
Professor Kostas Gouliamos, former Rector of the European University Cyprus, has been invited by the Greek Teachers’ Federation (DOE) to participate as a speaker at a scientific two-day conference titled “Artificial Intelligence as an Educational and Social Challenge: Critiques, Approaches, Expectations and Practices.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/after-trozena-investor-interest-turns-to-fasli
Plans to redevelop the long-abandoned village of Trozena in the Limassol district have triggered intense public debate, as proposals linked to an Israeli investor move through Cyprus’s planning system....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/birdlife-returns-to-revived-kouklia-wetlands-as-cyprus-celebrates-nature-comeback
After years of drought, shrinking wetlands, and growing fears over climate change, a rare sight unfolded this week in the Mesaoria region: water glistening across the Kouklia reservoir, birds circling overhead, and nature slowly reclaiming its place....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cia-doubts-iran-is-close-to-collapse-despite-trump-claims-war-may-soon-end
A classified CIA assessment delivered to the US government this week has concluded that Iran could withstand a US naval blockade for at least three to four months before facing more serious economic strain, according to multiple US officials cited by The Washington Post....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/plans-to-revive-abandoned-trozena-village-move-ahead-amid-debate-over-foreign-investment
The long-abandoned village of Trozena in the Limassol district is at the center of renewed debate after officials confirmed that private land in the area is being sold to foreign investors as part of plans to revive the deserted settlement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/leonardo-hotels-resorts-mediterranean-strengthens-its-presence-in-northern-greece-with-meravia-–-leonardo-limited-edition
With its opening on May 1st, MERAVIA – Leonardo Limited Edition marks a new chapter for Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean in Northern Greece, strategically strengthening the company’s presence within the Greek hospitality market....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-new-wave-of-european-instability
Eleven countries are running deficits above 3%, with Romania, Poland, Belgium and France posting the weakest figures. Cyprus, Denmark, Ireland, Greece and Portugal remain among the surplus countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eac-says-electricity-prices-unlikely-to-fall-before-major-solar-expansion
The Electricity Authority of Cyprus says electricity prices are unlikely to fall in the near future, with officials pointing to delays in large-scale solar development and the continued absence of natural gas infrastructure as major factors keeping costs high....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-reject-claims-israelis-barred-access-to-trozena-village
Questions over ownership and access to the abandoned village of Trozena in Cyprus have prompted a response from local authorities after online claims alleged that Israelis had purchased the entire settlement and were preventing visitors from entering....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/dinos-lefkaritis-honoured-as-man-of-the-year-2025-in-the-entrepreneur-category
The Executive Managing Director (CEO) of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited received the top honour at the "Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2025". The award ceremony took place on Tuesday, 5 May 2026, at The Royal Hall in Nicosia, in the presence of representatives from government, the business community and the civil society....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/byd-expands-cyprus-presence-as-demand-for-electric-and-hybrid-cars-grows
BYD is strengthening its presence in the Cyprus market in 2026, expanding both its infrastructure and sales performance as demand for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles continues to grow on the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/israeli-medical-giant-hadassah-expands-into-cyprus-with-limassol-center
Hadassah Medical Center is making a major entry into the Cyprus healthcare market, expanding its presence on the island with a new medical center in Limassol expected to open in June, as well as plans for a hospital development in Nicosia within the next three years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-gives-green-light-to-challenge-searches-of-clerides-home-and-office
New developments are emerging in the increasingly controversial case involving the search of lawyer Nikos Clerides’ home and office after the court allowed a legal challenge against the warrant to move forward but refused, for now, to stop authorities from using the evidence already seized....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-court-blocks-€13-7-million-aid-plan-for-dhekelia-communities
Cyprus’ Supreme Constitutional Court has struck down a law that would have allowed the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) to provide up to €13.7 million in financial assistance to communities near the Dhekelia power station.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ryanair-to-shut-down-thessaloniki-base-in-dispute-over-airport-fees
Low-cost airline Ryanair is preparing to close its operational base at Thessaloniki’s Macedonia Airport, according to reports in Greek media, in a move that could affect hundreds of workers and reshape flight connections in northern Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/people-purpose-and-precision-in-financial-services-the-spl-audit-approach
In today’s dynamic business environment, success depends not only on numbers but also on relationships, engagement, and care for clients, employees, and society. SPL Audit embodies this approach, combining expertise in Audit, Tax, Advisory, and Accounting services with a modern, human-centric mindset that places people and purpose at the heart of business....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/capital-com-eyes-expansion-and-cyprus-fintech-push-with-new-electronic-money-plans
Capital.com is exploring further international expansion, including new hiring in Bahrain, Azerbaijan and Germany, following an 11.2% rise in trading volumes in the first quarter of 2026.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-blames-cyprus-issue-and-eu-bias-for-stalled-turkey-membership-bid
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday pointed to Cyprus and Greece as key factors blocking Turkey’s long-standing path to European Union membership, arguing that political bias, not technical criteria, has slowed Ankara’s accession process....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-two-minute-cancer-jab-could-replace-hours-long-hospital-treatments
Thousands of cancer patients across England are set to spend far less time in hospital thanks to a new injectable form of immunotherapy that can be given in as little as one or two minutes instead of through lengthy IV drips....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/have-organisational-functions-outlived-their-purpose
In a constantly changing business landscape, where the nature of work is on a constant transformation through automation and the use of AI, traditional organisational functions seem not only outdated, but unable to achieve the agility and adaptability necessary to thrive in today’s business environment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/imf-warns-cyprus-against-costly-energy-measures-and-foreclosure-delays
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued clear warnings and observations about the Cypriot economy following the conclusion of its mission to the country, which took place from the last 10 days of April through early May.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/medicine-linked-cyprus-and-israel-long-before-diplomacy
The connection between Cyprus and Israel did not start with official agreements or political strategy. It began through medicine, built on trust and the need for care. For many years, cooperation in healthcare created a steady link between the two societies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/people-with-intellectual-disabilities-demand-equal-access-to-voting-rights
Advocacy groups representing people with intellectual disabilities are calling for changes to ensure they can fully take part in elections and public life....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-pulls-ahead-as-regional-leader-in-renewable-energy-race
Turkey is rapidly positioning itself as one of the region’s biggest renewable energy players, with experts saying the country is now outpacing parts of Europe in battery storage development and clean energy growth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€454m-cap-plan-and-new-funding-calls-target-young-farmers-and-rural-development
Cyprus is rolling out a mix of funding programs, infrastructure projects, and market reforms aimed at strengthening rural communities and supporting farmers, according to the country’s Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment....
