https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/james-watson-dna-pioneer-and-provocateur-dies-at-97
James Dewey Watson, the American biologist who, alongside Francis Crick, unraveled the double-helix structure of DNA and helped unlock the secrets of life, has passed away. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/motorcyclist-killed-in-apparent-drunk-driving-accident
A fatal traffic accident in Limassol on Thursday night claimed the life of 51-year-old Giorgos Georgiou. The crash occurred at around 8:30 p.m. on the old Limassol-Nicosia road, near the Moni overpass....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-unveils-major-tax-overhaul-aimed-at-fairness-growth-and-green-transition
Cyprus is rolling out the biggest tax shake-up in more than two decades, promising a fairer system that supports families, strengthens local businesses, and keeps the economy competitive....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/petrolina-double-awarded-for-excellence-in-collaboration-at-the-cyprus-responsible-business-awards-2024
Petrolina was recognized at the Cyprus Responsible Business Awards 2024, receiving both a Gold and a Bronze Award in the category ''Excellence in Collaboration: Business–NGO Partnership.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/double-cab-driver-cleared-after-arrest-in-assassination-plot-inquiry
A 39-year-old driver who had been detained in connection with an assassination plot against Stavros Demosthenous was released after authorities verified his account of the events....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-political-game-of-musical-chairs
From comeback politicians to brand-new movements, Cyprus’ political map is being redrawn in real time. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/crystal-meth-and-cannabis-busts-net-five-arrests-in-cyprus
Cyprus police have dealt a double blow to drug trafficking this week, arresting five suspects in Larnaca and Limassol and seizing significant quantities of crystal meth and cannabis in two coordinated operations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-raid-nicosia-home-in-murder-of-stavros-demosthenous
Police on Tuesday raided the home of a woman in Nicosia in connection with the murder of 49-year-old businessman and football agent Stavros Demosthenous, who was gunned down on October 17 while driving with his 18-year-old son in Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/convict-arrested-inside-prison-accused-of-orchestrating-demosthenous-murder
Cypriot authorities have detained a 30-year-old inmate from the Central Prisons in connection with the killing of 49-year-old Stavros Demosthenous, a case investigators describe as being at a “critical juncture.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€50-million-could-flow-to-consumers-as-cyprus-moves-to-tax-renewable-energy-giants
Cyprus is considering a controversial move to tax unexpected profits from private renewable energy companies, a measure aimed at funneling millions into programs that could ease the burden on consumers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/out-about/think-nicosia-is-boring-meet-your-new-green-obsession
If you think Nicosia is just traffic, gray rooftops, and overpriced lattes, you clearly haven’t met the “Gardens of the Future.” This Saturday, the city gets a green makeover, and you’re invited to get your hands dirty....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/history-repeats-itself-as-a-travesty
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the internet revolution was just beginning, and every country was racing to connect through data cables. Cyprus decided it did not want those cables to have a landing point here to protect Cyta’s monopoly....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/citizen-stops-illegal-dumping-attempt-by-following-loaded-truck
A resident of Strovolos intercepted an attempt to illegally dump materials in a local natural area by tracking a loaded double-cab truck....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€15-for-you-€15-for-your-friend-–-with-joey-by-bank-of-cyprus
Double the fun! Joey is launching the new “Invite Friends” program and gives you the chance to earn €15 for yourself or your child, and €15 for your friend. Double the reward, double the fun!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/verification-of-payee-vop-the-simple-step-making-payments-safer-across-europe
In today’s world of instant digital payments, speed is everything. But when money moves fast, mistakes can also travel just as quickly....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/argentina-s-rock-star-president-struggles-to-hit-the-right-note
Javier Milei, Argentina’s self-styled ''rock star president,'' took to a Buenos Aires arena Monday night hoping to turn boos into applause. Leather jacket? Check. Wild hair? Check. A crowd chanting his name like he was Mick Jagger reincarnated? Double check....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fake-email-tricks-cyprus-firm-into-losing-€37-700
Authorities in Limassol are investigating a case of online fraud in which a company lost more than €37,000 after being misled by a fraudulent email....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-cop-caught-running-red-light
A video making the rounds on social media has caused a stir after it showed a police officer from the Limassol ''Z'' team riding his motorcycle through a red light while other cars had the right of way....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/double-your-rewards-with-mypetrolina-app-alphamega-hypermarkets
Petrolina, in collaboration with Alphamega Hypermarkets, is rewarding everyday purchases with an exciting new promotion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-in-campaign-mode-since-day-1
President Nikos Christodoulides admits he’s been in ''campaign mode'' since the very first day of his presidency, a revelation that has fueled smirks in political circles and fresh criticism that he is more focused on re-election than governing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/back-to-school-survival-guide-kids-return-parents-rejoice-quietly
The day has finally come. Thousands of Cyprus’ teenagers returned to classrooms Monday, ending weeks of summer holiday where ''I’m bored'' became the national soundtrack....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-eu-discuss-doubling-border-security-support-ahead-of-presidency
Cyprus Finance Minister Makis Keravnos and EU Commissioner Piotr Serafin met Thursday to discuss border protection and Cyprus’ upcoming EU Council Presidency....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paid-your-road-tax-you-might-still-get-fined
A glitch in Cyprus’ road transport system left drivers facing fines even though many believed they had successfully renewed their vehicle licenses online....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/explosion-at-aradippou-scrap-metal-site-injures-three
Three people were injured Friday morning when an explosion rocked a metal collection company in the industrial area of Aradippou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/politics-and-timing
Over the past week, supporters of the President of the Republic spoke of unchecked toxicity, of nihilism and blind fanaticism that have come to dominate the public sphere, both from Nikos Christodoulides’ political opponents, who refused to accept their defeat, and from a segment of society prone to populism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/euromoney-bank-of-cyprus-named-best-bank-for-the-10th-consecutive-year
Euromoney, one of the leading international magazines focused on banking, finance and financial markets, has named Bank of Cyprus the Best Bank in Cyprus in its 2025 Awards for Excellence. This is the 10th year that Bank of Cyprus has been recognised by Euromoney as Cyprus’ Best Bank....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-reportedly-expands-military-presence-in-occupied-cyprus
Turkish media report a major military buildup in occupied northern Cyprus, with troop numbers expected to more than double in the near future....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-of-disabled-people-s-organization-disability-in-cyprus-means-destitution
People with disabilities in Cyprus face widespread poverty due to state policies that tie support to strict income criteria, the head of the Cyprus Confederation of Disabled People’s Organizations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ai-surge-turns-dream-tech-jobs-into-a-struggle
The promise of high-paying tech careers is colliding with the harsh reality of artificial intelligence. Jobs long considered the ''careers of the future'' are now disappearing almost overnight, leaving graduates in computer science, software engineering, and programming scrambling for work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meteorological-department-issues-double-heat-warnings-for-saturday-night-and-sunday
The Meteorological Department issued two consecutive heat warnings on Saturday afternoon, emphasizing unusually high temperatures expected overnight and throughout Sunday....
