https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/addiction-is-nicotine-s-greatest-trick
“Quit before a doctor makes you quit.” Unfortunately, I stopped smoking only after it had already caused the damage doctors had been warning me about for years. The damage was serious, though thankfully not serious enough to change the way I live my life....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-agenda-cyprus-summit-2026-ends-with-great-success
The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026, Cyprus’ largest sustainability conference, was held with great success on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Hilton Nicosia, bringing together representatives from government, business, academia, and organizations, alongside distinguished speakers from Cyprus and abroad....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-minister-drops-bombshell-politics-holding-cyprus-back
Comments made by former Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou at the Green Agenda Summit sparked discussion on Thursday, as he openly criticized political and party interference in Cyprus’ energy sector, arguing that it has delayed critical projects and weakened the country’s energy planning.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-records-highest-sti-rates-in-more-than-a-decade
Cases of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) climbed to their highest levels in more than ten years across Europe in 2024, according to newly released figures from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-positions-firefighting-aircraft-in-cyprus-before-summer-fire-season
Cyprus has already received two RescEU firefighting aircraft, which are now based at the new European Regional Firefighting Station. The facility is expected to be officially inaugurated later this year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-population-crisis-hiding-in-plain-sight
Europe is aging, and so are Greece and Cyprus. In all three cases, the average age of the population is rising while birth rates remain below replacement levels. As a result, all three will see their populations shrink....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-one-of-europe-s-highest-rates-of-illicit-cigarette-use
Cyprus ranked among the European countries with the highest share of illicit cigarette consumption in 2025, according to findings presented this week at a conference in Brussels focused on illegal trade and security challenges across Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jump-of-the-year-armand-duplantis-clears-a-5-50-meter-wall-of-lidl-products
A jump the world has never seen before: Pole vault world record holder Armand “Mondo” Duplantis mastered an extraordinary challenge in Stockholm, living up to the title “Jump of the Year”. Challenged by Lidl, the exceptional athlete and holder of 15 world records did not jump over a traditional bar, but over a 5.50-meter-high, 12-meter-wide, and 30-centimeter-deep wall of products, built from the discounter’s extensive own-brand assortment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/deloitte-cyprus-is-proud-to-welcome-two-new-partners
Deloitte Cyprus proudly announces the growth of its leadership team with the appointment of two new partners, effective 1 June 2026. Novia Georgiou and Michalis Zinieris have been promoted to Partner in the Audit & Assurance and Technology & Transformation practices, respectively. They both bring significant expertise in their fields, and exemplify the outstanding leadership, integrity, and values that form the foundation of Deloitte....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dead-viper-found-in-paphos-pool-skimmer-prompts-warning-to-homeowners
A routine pool maintenance job in Paphos turned into an unexpected and unsettling discovery after a worker found a large dead viper inside a swimming pool skimmer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-unveils-tougher-measures-to-contain-livestock-disease-outbreak
The government announced a series of tougher measures on Tuesday aimed at containing the livestock disease outbreak that has shaken Cyprus' farming community and sparked protests by livestock breeders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-missile-strike-disables-cargo-ship-attempting-to-breach-iran-blockade
The United States military says it has taken action against a merchant vessel that attempted to enter an Iranian port despite restrictions imposed under Washington's maritime blockade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/women-make-up-majority-of-science-and-technology-workforce-in-cyprus
Women accounted for more than half of all science and technology workers in Cyprus in 2025, according to figures released by Eurostat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/compliancesuite-ai-launches-new-website-showcasing-unified-compliance-operating-infrastructure-for-regulated-organisations
As regulatory obligations continue to expand across Europe and globally, organisations are facing increasing pressure to strengthen compliance operations while maintaining speed, scalability, and operational efficiency. From AML and KYC obligations to transaction monitoring, KYB verification, sanctions screening, regulatory reporting, and third-party risk management, businesses are seeking more connected and intelligent ways to manage compliance within increasingly complex regulatory environments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/g-papathanasiou-m-sofocleous-and-g-petrou-at-green-agenda-2026
The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the largest sustainable development conference, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the central theme ''Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),'' bringing to the stage leading figures from the fields of sustainability and innovation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/andreas-poullikkas-at-green-agenda-2026
The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the largest sustainable development conference in Cyprus, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the central theme “Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),” bringing together leading voices from the fields of sustainability and innovation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-scorches-through-spring-as-may-heat-shatters-records
Europe is facing an unusually intense heatwave, with several countries recording temperatures far above seasonal averages weeks before the height of summer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-university-cyprus-students-support-special-olympics-cyprus-through-volunteering-and-community-service
European University Cyprus (EUC) reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to community engagement, inclusion, and health promotion through the participation of its students in the Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Screening Event, held on April 29, 2026, in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/red-cross-calls-for-long-term-migration-support-in-cyprus
The Cyprus Red Cross Society has called for long-term financial planning and stronger cooperation between state authorities and civil society organisations to maintain humanitarian services linked to migration....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/rics-cyprus-property-price-index-with-kpmg-in-cyprus-announces-results-of-2026-q1
KPMG in Cyprus announces that the “RICS Cyprus Property Price Index with KPMG in Cyprus” has been issued for the first quarter of 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-commission-gives-positive-assessment-of-cyprus-schengen-preparations
The European Commission has given a favourable review of Cyprus’ preparations for joining the Schengen area in its latest “State of Schengen” report, published on Monday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-annual-excellence-awards-in-research-and-teaching-announced-at-european-university-cyprus
In a distinguished ceremony held on May 11, 2026, the Annual Excellence Awards in Research and Teaching for 2026 were presented, honoring members of the academic and research staff who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the advancement of knowledge and the delivery of high-quality education....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/israel-at-eurovision
Is it right for Israel to still take part in the international song contest taking place tonight in Vienna? Is it right for artists from that country to compete normally in the Venice Biennale or for its athletes to participate in the 2028 Olympic Games?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-safety-rules-slow-down-home-solar-battery-storage-rollout
The high expectations created by Cyprus’ household solar panel programme for cheap and affordable electricity are, in practice, proving largely unrealistic....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-dances-into-eurovision-final-with-explosive-jalla-performance
Eurovision Song Contest 2026 fever is officially back in Cyprus after Antigoni Buxton powered her way into Saturday’s grand final with an explosive performance of ''Jalla'' during Thursday night’s second semi-final in Vienna....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-joins-international-crackdown-on-fake-medicine-network
Cyprus joined an international operation targeting a criminal network accused of selling fake medicines and unlicensed supplements across Europe, according to Eurojust....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/alphamega-hypermarkets-and-slimstock-join-forces-to-redefine-their-supply-chain-planning
Alphamega Hypermarkets are proud to announce a strategic partnership with Slimstock, a leading provider of supply chain planning solutions. This partnership is part of the company’s ongoing growth and investment in advanced technologies designed to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the overall customer experience....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-moves-to-tighten-motorcycle-safety-after-deadly-year
Cyprus is preparing a series of new road safety measures aimed at motorcyclists after a sharp rise in deadly crashes left authorities sounding the alarm over helmet use, poor maintenance, and risky driving behavior....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sandy-case-nears-critical-stage-with-legal-service-set-to-take-over
According to reports, the Legal Service of the Republic of Cyprus is expected to take over the next phase of the high-profile “Sandy” case, as the possibility of the Council of Ministers appointing criminal investigators now appears unlikely based on the information gathered so far and the report submitted to the Minister of Justice....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/free-liver-checks-offered-in-cyprus-as-part-of-european-health-campaign
Millions of people across Europe are living with liver disease, yet many remain unaware they are affected until serious damage has already developed, according to Marko Korenjak, president of the European Liver Patients’ Association....
