https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/what-s-the-best-gift-from-a-spy-agency-a-mind-bending-puzzle-ofcourse
We all know Christmas is the season of giving, but who would expect a spy agency to hand out gifts? And not just any gifts — we're talking about a riddle so complex, it makes your average Christmas cracker puzzle look like child’s play. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kpmg-in-cyprus-spreads-holiday-cheer-with-adopt-a-family-for-christmas
For the 11th consecutive year, KPMG in Cyprus has supported the ''Adopt a Family for Christmas'' initiative, reaffirming our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-greek-royals-ask-to-be-recognized-as-citizens
Members of the former Greek royal family are set to request the official recognition of their Greek citizenship on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-all-the-magic-happening-at-parklane-resort-spa-in-limassol-this-holiday-season
This holiday season, Parklane, Limassol's luxury resort, invites you to experience something truly extraordinary. A magical world where the enchantment of Christmas blends with the mysterious beauty of the ocean depths. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forensic-pathologist-challenges-ruling-in-soldier-s-suspicious-death
Forensic pathologist Panikos Stavrianos has expressed strong criticism of the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the third investigative conclusion in the death of National Guard soldier Thanasis Nikolaou. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elpis-is-a-lifeline-for-victims-of-domestic-violence
The “ELPIS” application, designed specifically for victims of domestic violence at high risk, will become operational in the coming days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/‘crotch-circles-spark-bikini-line-buzz-in-luton
Luton’s skyline got a peculiar upgrade this morning when a field near the airport unveiled a set of what can only be described as crotch circles — and no, this isn’t a new social media trend....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/british-teen-jailed-in-dubai-for-underage-relationship
An 18-year-old British man, Marcus Fakana, has been sentenced to a year in a Dubai prison for engaging in a consensual relationship with a 17-year-old girl....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-assad-s-regime-stashed-millions-while-syria-crumbled
It turns out, while Syria was crumbling under war and sanctions, Bashar al-Assad’s regime was quietly flying millions in cash to Moscow....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-urges-families-to-make-children-during-first-visit-to-corsica
In his first-ever visit to Corsica, Pope Francis delivered a clear message about the need for more children, urging families to embrace parenthood amid declining global birth rates. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/mango-founder-isak-andic-dies-at-71-after-tragic-accident
Isak Andic, the visionary behind global fashion brand Mango, tragically passed away at the age of 71 following an accident during a family excursion. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/miniature-therapy-horses-in-greece-bring-joy-despite-struggles
A shy smile spreads across 9-year-old Josifina’s face as she strokes a tiny gray horse....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-mps-vote-on-major-bills-including-tax-hikes-and-baby-bonuses
The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chania-gas-station-bans-fueling-motorcyclists-without-helmets
A gas station in Chania, Crete, has announced a controversial new policy that will no longer provide fuel to any motorcycle—big or small—if the driver or passenger isn’t wearing a helmet. This decision comes in the wake of a tragic accident that claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy in Kissamos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reclaims-rare-antiquities-from-the-us
Cyprus celebrated the return of 266 valuable antiquities on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in cultural repatriation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-helping-hand-or-a-family-plan
The government unveiled a plan a month ago aimed at boosting the purchasing power of young people to meet their housing needs. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-launches-mortgage-subsidy-to-ease-inflation-s-grip
The government of Cyprus is stepping up to help homeowners struggling with rising interest rates and inflation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/luigi-mangione-the-ivy-league-graduate-turned-murderer
In a saga that feels ripped straight from a Netflix thriller, Luigi Mangione, a once-promising Ivy League graduate from a prominent Maryland family, finds himself at the center of one of the year’s most jaw-dropping scandals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-michaelidou-aids-ngo-president-arrested-in-alleged-€122k-fraud-case
Police have arrested Stella Michaelidou, the 66-year-old president of the Support Centre for People Living with HIV/AIDS (K.Y.F.A.A.), amid serious financial fraud charges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-dust-has-yet-to-settle-in-syria
Many Syrian parents at my child’s school expressed a desire to return home now that Bashar al-Assad’s regime has collapsed. I urged them to wait. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-cypriot-wine-earns-a-spot-on-financial-times-prestigious-christmas-list
A wine crafted from a rare Cypriot indigenous grape variety, produced by the boutique Makarounas Winery in Letymbou, Paphos, has achieved a significant distinction: it has been included in the Financial Times’ list of 51 “Best White Wines for Christmas.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/investigation-launched-amid-nursing-home-abuse-allegations
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding injuries sustained by a 76-year-old nursing home resident, following a complaint from his daughter....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/syrians-withdrawing-asylum-requests-says-deputy-minister-of-migration
Syrian nationals in Cyprus are beginning to submit applications to withdraw their asylum requests, according to Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection, Nikolas Ioannidis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-death-of-7-year-old-sparks-outrage-over-state-of-public-healthcare-in-cyprus
A tragic incident has sparked widespread anger and calls for accountability after a 7-year-old child from Paphos died following a series of alleged mishandlings by the island's public healthcare system....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-song-and-dance-man-dick-van-dyke-shines-in-coldplay-s-new-video
At 99 years old, Dick Van Dyke, the evergreen entertainer has surprised and delighted us all by appearing barefoot in Coldplay's latest music video, All My Love....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/explore-the-sweet-side-of-cyprus-on-world-mountain-day
This December 11th, Cyprus invites locals and tourists to celebrate World Mountain Day 2024 by exploring its majestic Troodos Mountains and discovering the island’s rich biodiversity, culture, and local products. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/end-of-an-era-assad-flees-syria-as-government-collapses
In a dramatic and swift turn of events, the Syrian government has collapsed, marking the end of the Assad family's 50-year rule....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-warns-cyprus-over-missile-system-cites-arms-race-risk
Turkey has strongly criticized Cyprus’s integration of the advanced Barak MX anti-aircraft missile system into its National Guard, calling the move a threat to regional stability. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/whistleblower-exposes-thessaloniki-art-gallery-forgery-scandal
Wednesday’s raid on a Thessaloniki art gallery that is believed to have been trading in forgeries was prompted by a tipoff from a whistleblower who testified to the police’s Cultural Heritage and Antiquities Department on November 19, Kathimerini has learned....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uss-sulliavan
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) has arrived at Larnaca Port, marking a brief yet meaningful stopover in Cyprus before redeploying in the Eastern Mediterranean....
