https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-fires-in-israel-prompt-request-for-help-from-cyprus-videos
Wildfires have been sweeping through the western parts of Jerusalem, rekindling concerns in areas affected by similar fires last week. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/whispers-of-rain-murmurs-of-dust-the-weather-forecast
Good morning Cyprus, it's Wednesday and Mother Nature’s decided to keep things interesting, not wild, not calm, just... mildly moody....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/power-s-back-but-no-one-knows-why-it-failed
Spain and Portugal are slowly bouncing back from what’s being called one of the biggest blackouts in Europe’s modern history — but no one seems to know exactly why it happened....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/massive-power-outage-cripples-spain-portugal
A massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, grounding flights, halting public transportation, and disrupting daily life for millions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-leaders-and-refugees-gather-in-rome-for-pope-francis-funeral
Dignitaries, royalty, and marginalized communities will fill St. Peter’s Square on Saturday for the funeral of Pope Francis, the socially conscious pontiff who led the Catholic Church for more than a decade and died Monday at age 88 following a stroke and heart failure....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-s-time-runs-out-at-larnaca-airport-over-undeclared-luxury-watches
A passenger arriving from Switzerland was forced to pay more than €29,000 at Larnaca Airport after customs officers found two undeclared luxury watches valued at over €100,000 in his luggage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/athens-airport-takes-off-toward-a-greener-future
Athens International Airport is gearing up for a major transformation, but it's not just about getting bigger. It's about getting greener....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/search-continues-for-missing-tourist-in-chrysochous-bay
Authorities continue their extensive search for 35-year-old Polish tourist Piotr Mentel, who has been missing since Tuesday, April 22, 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-toyota-platform-launches-for-takata-airbag-replacements
Toyota has launched a new platform to help drivers book appointments to replace defective Takata airbags in vehicles imported from non-EU countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-to-visit-occupied-cyprus-amid-headscarf-backlash
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he’ll soon visit the occupied north of Cyprus, following a wave of backlash over reported restrictions on the headscarf in the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), which only Turkey recognizes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/6-2-magnitude-quake-shakes-istanbul
Istanbul was rocked by a powerful earthquake on Tuesday afternoon, shaking buildings and nerves across Turkey’s largest city. The 6.2 magnitude tremor struck just before 1pm local time and was felt across several provinces, triggering panic but—thankfully—no major damage or injuries so far....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-s-the-deal-with-the-weather-this-week
Ah, Wednesday evening! Okay, so here’s the deal: it’s already 33°C today, right?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourism-win-housing-headache-as-airbnbs-boom-in-cyprus
With over 12,000 short-term rentals currently in operation (and counting), Cyprus has become a hotspot for travelers seeking more flexible and often cheaper accommodation than traditional hotels. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/german-teen-backpackers-deported-from-hawaii-over-hotel-mix-up
What was meant to be a sun-soaked five-week stopover in Hawaii turned into a harrowing ordeal for two German teenagers, who were arrested, detained, and ultimately deported—because they didn’t have a hotel booking....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-easter-vibes-to-summer-skies
Good morning and happy Tuesday, April 22! Easter may be behind us, but the festive buzz is still in the air, and with the way the weather’s shaping up, we’re already starting to flirt with summer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-dies-at-88-a-humble-shepherd-leaves-his-flock
On Easter Monday, just a day after Christians around the world celebrated the resurrection of Christ, Pope Francis passed away peacefully in his Vatican residence. He was 88 years old....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/faith-fire-and-flaounes-as-cyprus-comes-together-for-pascha
Orthodox Easter, the highlight of the liturgical year for the Greek Orthodox world, holds an even greater significance in Cyprus than in neighboring Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-tariff-war-backfires-as-tourists-ditch-u-s-head-to-europe
The global tariff war initiated by the Trump administration will have a negative impact on the US economy in 2025, as European and Canadian tourists change their plans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/larnaca-airport-chaos-as-easter-travel-meets-classic-cyprus-preparation
Ah, Easter in Cyprus. A time for candlelight, family meals, and—if you’re flying through Larnaca Airport—plenty of waiting around, confusion, and gritted teeth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-thursday-brings-sunshine-and-stillness
As the faithful begin preparations for Easter, the weather is keeping pace with the spirit of the season—gentle and calm. A mild high-pressure system is setting the tone, bringing mostly clear skies and a touch of serenity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-one-of-the-world-s-lowest-u-s-visa-rejection-rates-—-and-that-s-a-big-deal
Cyprus is inching closer to landing a spot in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, and there’s one big reason why: it now has one of the lowest U.S. visa rejection rates in the world....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-summer-hotspot-to-all-year-hub
Cyprus has big dreams, and according to Christos Angelides, General Manager of the Pancyprian Hotel Association (PASYXE), it’s going to take grit, vision, and a lot of teamwork to turn the island into a top-tier, all-year-round destination. But the potential? It’s definitely there....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-week-weather-calm-skies-gentle-breezes-and-a-hint-of-dust-on-good-friday
As Holy Week carries us gently toward Easter, the weather seems to be following suit with a quiet and peaceful mood....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/goodbye-boarding-passes-air-travel-set-for-high-tech-transformation
The days of fumbling through your bag for a boarding pass or waiting in long check-in lines at the airport may soon be over....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-officials-in-cyprus-for-final-checks-before-visa-free-travel-greenlight
A team of U.S. State Department and Congressional officials arrived in Cyprus on Monday to carry out the final technical checks required for the country’s entry into the coveted U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poisoned-bonelli-s-eagle-leads-to-major-wildlife-and-weapons-seizure-in-paphos
A poisoned Bonelli’s eagle has led authorities to uncover a trove of illegal bird-trapping equipment, banned pesticides, unlicensed firearms, and dozens of protected birds, resulting in the arrest of a 40-year-old man in the Paphos district....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/six-killed-in-nyc-helicopter-crash-including-siemens-executive-and-family
A sightseeing helicopter ride turned tragic Thursday when a chopper crashed into the Hudson River off Manhattan, killing all six people on board — including a senior Siemens executive and his family....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-proves-its-role-as-crisis-hub-in-major-multinational-drill
Cyprus has once again positioned itself as a regional pillar of stability, completing a large-scale multinational humanitarian drill aimed at handling crises in the volatile Middle East region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/two-worlds-one-journey-cyprus-meets-cambodia
Cyprus and Cambodia may be worlds apart, but they’re finding common ground in a shared mission: to redefine travel, trade, and cultural exchange....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cautious-optimism-for-easter-bookings-in-cyprus
Tourism officials are expressing cautious optimism about Cyprus’ 2025 Easter holiday season, with early bookings and rising airport traffic pointing to another strong year for the island’s travel sector....
