https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-chief-urges-cypriot-leaders-to-seize-fading-window-of-opportunity-for-peace
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has delivered a direct message to the leaders of the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities, warning that the current momentum toward a political settlement is fragile and cannot be taken for granted....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cape-town-to-host-first-african-stage-of-the-world-schools-team-championship-with-freedom-holding-corp-as-general-partner
he African Continental Stage of the FIDE ISCF World Schools Team Championship 2026 (WSTC 2026) will take place from 6 to 11 July at Stellenbosch University, in Cape Town, South Africa. The event is organised by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the International School Chess Federation (ISCF) with the support of general partner Freedom Holding Corp., the parent company of Freedom24...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/balkan-jazz-folk-and-experimental-winds-blowing-your-way-windcraft-music-fest-returns-to-katydata-on-24-26-july-2026
With a focus on wind instruments, the festival continues to build bridges between tradition and contemporary creation, combining concerts, performances, workshops, site-specific installations, and participatory activities in a three-day celebration filled with music and creative encounters....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/finally-a-place-built-for-them-cyprus-plans-first-specialist-day-center-for-adults-with-severe-autism
A long-awaited specialized day care center for adults with severe autism is moving a step closer in Cyprus after an architectural competition for the project attracted strong interest and selected eight standout designs from 37 submissions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-taste-of-history-commandaria-s-journey-from-ancient-cyprus-to-brussels
The history and cultural significance of Commandaria were presented to European officials and guests in Brussels this week during a special event organised as part of Cyprus' Presidency of the Council of the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/baf-announces-the-2026-open-call-for-emerging-artists
The Beauty Line Art Foundation (BAF) has announced its second open call for applications for the Residency: Studio Mentoring Program 2026, an initiative that supports emerging artists in Cyprus by providing them with studio space, mentorship from experienced professionals in the field, and opportunities for the development and promotion of their work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-says-it-s-turning-things-around-but-traffic-and-bills-still-bite
''During the first year, we simply kept quiet and worked,'' the Municipality of Nicosia said as it presented its two-year progress report, highlighting significant steps in financial recovery, organisational restructuring, and the development course of the capital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cap-st-georges-hotel-resort-celebrates-an-exceptional-achievement-with-10-awards-at-the-cyprus-tourism-awards-2025-and-the-cyprus-estia-awards-2026
Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is proud to announce an exceptional achievement at the prestigious Cyprus Tourism Awards 2025 and Cyprus Estia Awards 2026, securing a total of ten distinguished accolades that reaffirm its position among Cyprus' leading luxury hospitality destinations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-heads-to-barcelona-for-sagrada-familia-inauguration
President Nikos Christodoulides is traveling to Barcelona on Wednesday for a high-profile cultural and diplomatic visit that mixes religion, art, and European politics all in one trip....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greek-shipowners-turn-to-cyprus-flag-as-registry-gains-momentum
More Greek-owned ships are choosing to sail under the Cyprus flag, in a growing trend that Cypriot officials say is strengthening the island’s already significant role in global shipping....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/cyprus-s-new-archaeological-museum-takes-shape
A massive new archaeological museum under construction is being described as one of the most ambitious cultural infrastructure projects ever undertaken in Cyprus, with developers saying it will reshape how the island presents its history to the world....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/17-year-old-olga-mikhailina-‘this-is-the-greatest-victory-of-my-life
The Candidates Tournament, held at the Cap St Georges Hotel from 28 March to 16 April, sparked a huge surge of interest in chess in Cyprus. For 20 days in the tournament’s fan zone, dozens of children and teenagers chatted with the stars, attended lectures and took part in masterclasses. World chess legend Boris Gelfand gave a simultaneous exhibition on 20 boards. Only 17-year-old Olga Mikhailina managed to beat a participant in the 2012 World Championship match. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-javokhir-sindarov-wins-the-candidates-tournament-in-cyprus-ahead-of-schedule
20-year-old Grandmaster Javokhir Sindarov has won the Candidates Tournament, held at the Cap St Georges Hotel resort in Cyprus, with one round remaining....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-makes…-checkmate-in-chess
In a historic moment, Cyprus becomes the centre of the global chess world. For the first time, the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, located in the Peyia area of Paphos, will host one of the most important and demanding tournaments in the world championship cycle, from March 28 to April 16, 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exhibition-cyprus-insula-history-memory-reality-in-brussels
The flagship exhibition of the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation of (BoCCF), “Cyprus Insula – History, Memory, Reality”, travels to Brussels as part of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-renowned-artists-come-to-cyprus-with-kapopoulos-fine-arts-exhibition-at-amara-hotel
Kapopoulos Fine Arts is bringing internationally acclaimed artists of global prestige to Cyprus, offering art lovers on the island a unique opportunity to experience — and invest in — exceptional works of contemporary art. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/toyota-cyprus-holds-16th-annual-dream-car-contest-for-young-artists
For the 16th consecutive year, Toyota Cyprus took part in the global Toyota Dream Car Art Contest 2026, a painting competition organized by Toyota Motor Corporation for children up to 15 years old. This year’s theme was ''Your Dream Car.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-new-archaeological-museum-pushed-to-2029-opening
Cyprus’ long-awaited new archaeological museum is now expected to open its doors in 2029, a timeline that is already sparking both excitement and frustration as lawmakers toured the massive construction site in Nicosia on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/yes-i-can-inspiring-paralympic-photo-exhibition-takes-over-limassol-s-molos
The heart of Limassol has been transformed into a gallery of courage and resilience with the official opening of the “Yes, I Can” photo exhibition at the Molos seafront. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-exhibition-highlights-nicosia-s-divided-history-and-human-resilience
A new exhibition opening in Athens is offering visitors a closer look at the lasting impact of division on Europe’s last divided capital, Nicosia, and the resilience of its residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/battlefield-redefined-2026
''BATTLEFIELD ReDEFiNED 2026'', the largest defence and security conference and exhibition in Cyprus, has successfully concluded....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/open-call-10-years-anniversary-2016-2026
The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation is planning a new series of activities/events to mark the 10th anniversary of the FANEROMENI 26 Arts Festival (2016-2026) and issues an OPEN CALL to young artists, groups, and creators to submit their proposals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/battlefield-redefined-2026-the-premier-defence-and-security-event-returns-to-nicosia
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), the Cyprus Association of Research and Innovation Enterprises (CARIE), and C.D Multimedia Services Ltd. are pleased to announce the organization of the International Defence and Security Conference and Exhibition, "BATTLEFIELD ReDEFiNED 2026."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-biggest-makeover-yet-green-space-and-tech-zone-coming
After decades of continuous development in western Nicosia, city officials are moving closer to major plans that could transform the area with new green and innovation spaces....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-bank-of-cyprus-cultural-foundation-at-the-chypre-a-la-bnf-exhibition-at-the-national-library-of-france
As part of the Cultural Programme of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the National Library of France is honoring Cyprus in collaboration with the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/where-the-heart-of-cypriot-archaeology-still-beats
The Cyprus Museum, built in 1908–1909, has spent the past 117 years safeguarding some of the island’s most important archaeological finds, drawn from hundreds of excavation sites across Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/with-the-support-of-lidl-cyprus-the-5th-mind-reset-showcased-children-s-green-ideas
The mind REset educational environmental program of Junior Achievement Cyprus, with Lidl Cyprus as its strategic partner, once again implemented the Trade Fair, inviting the public to visit Metropolis Mall in Larnaca and witness firsthand the student teams that transformed creativity into solutions with social and environmental impact....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thessaloniki-breaks-ground-on-€40-million-holocaust-museum
Thessaloniki is taking a historic step toward finally commemorating the city’s Jewish community with the construction of a Holocaust Museum, following decades of devastation and silence. On Friday, the Jewish Community of Thessaloniki signed a key agreement with construction firm METKA, paving the way for the €40 million project....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-becomes-india-s-gateway-to-europe-as-landmark-trade-deal-takes-effect
A fresh momentum is taking hold in Cyprus-India commercial relations, thanks to the free trade agreement recently finalized between the European Union and India. The deal promises lower tariffs on European products and smoother access to the vast Indian market....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-uk-showcases-immersive-technologies-and-educational-excellence-at-youth-tech-festival-2026
British High Commission Nicosia and British Council Cyprus are joining the 4th Youth Tech Festival on 7 February 2026 in Limassol, presenting a dynamic UK Pavilion that highlights the UK’s global leadership in technology, creativity and world class education. Held under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Sport & Youth, the Festival attracts thousands of students, parents, educators and industry stakeholders from Cyprus and abroad....
