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1. Hunter rescued after 50-meter fall into ravine in Gerasa, Limassol (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunter-rescued-after-50-meter-fall-into-ravine-in-gerasa-limassol-video

Emergency services were called into action early Sunday morning after a hunter fell into a deep ravine in the mountainous area of Gerasa, in Limassol District....

2. Late-night bus blaze in Paphos triggers island-wide safety review of electric fleet (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/late-night-bus-blaze-in-paphos-triggers-island-wide-safety-review-of-electric-fleet-video

A fire broke out early Thursday morning on an electric bus parked near the Tombs of the Kings area in Paphos, prompting an emergency response and an official investigation into the cause of the blaze....

3. Europe’s economy takes a breather, but Cyprus isn’t immune to the cough

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-s-economy-takes-a-breather-but-cyprus-isn-t-immune-to-the-cough

Europe’s economy is trying to catch its breath. Exports are slumping, inflation is lingering, and policymakers are now counting on people’s paychecks and steady jobs to keep things from stalling completely....

4. Hunting participation drops as Cyprus season opens

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunting-participation-drops-as-cyprus-season-opens

As the migratory game hunting season opens today, officials anticipate roughly 36,000 hunters will take to the fields and forests, continuing through December 28....

5. Police rescue one live hare among pile of dead wildlife

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-rescue-one-live-hare-among-pile-of-dead-wildlife

In a significant effort to combat wildlife crimes, Cyprus Police and the Game and Fauna Service carried out coordinated raids today targeting poaching activities....

6. Cyprus hunting season kicks off November 2

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-hunting-season-kicks-off-november-2

Cyprus’s new hunting season officially opens Sunday, Nov. 2, and the Game and Fauna Service is urging hunters to stay safe, follow the rules, and respect the wildlife and their fellow hunters....

7. Fire on cargo ship at Larnaca Port sends engineer to hospital

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-on-cargo-ship-at-larnaca-port-sends-engineer-to-hospital

A fire broke out late Monday night aboard a commercial vessel docked at Larnaca Port, leading to the hospitalization of the ship’s engineer for smoke inhalation....

8. Car severely damaged in early-morning fire in Anafotia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/car-severely-damaged-in-early-morning-fire-in-anafotia

Authorities are set to investigate the cause of a car fire that broke out early Tuesday morning in the Larnaca district community of Anafotia....

9. Two cars set ablaze in Limassol overnight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-cars-set-ablaze-in-limassol-overnight

Limassol residents woke up to shocking news on Monday morning after two separate car fires were reported in the early hours of the day....

10. Cyprus Marks 65 Years of Independence

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-65-years-of-independence

Cyprus is marking its 65th Independence Day today with the annual military parade in Nicosia, a celebration that carries both pride and a reminder of the island’s complicated road to freedom....

11. Cyprus state payroll to rise €153 million in 2026 budget

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-state-payroll-to-rise-€153-million-in-2026-budget

Cyprus’ state payroll is set to climb again in 2026, with government spending on personnel projected to rise by €153 million despite efforts to rein in hiring....

12. EMAK Commander: ''I had nightmares after the Limassol wildfires''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/emak-commander-i-had-nightmares-after-the-limassol-wildfires

This interview is part of the series “Six Shocking Firefighter Testimonies.” Through their stories, readers gain insight into the risks, emotions, and human side of firefighting....

13. Deputy Fire Chief Michael: ''The girl left looking at the sky''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/deputy-fire-chief-michael-the-girl-left-looking-at-the-sky

This interview is part of the series “Six Shocking Firefighter Testimonies.” Through their stories, readers gain insight into the risks, emotions, and human side of firefighting....

14. Deputy Fire Chief Kyriakides: “We put the little donkey on the stretcher”

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/deputy-fire-chief-kyriakides-we-put-the-little-donkey-on-the-stretcher

This interview is part of the series “Six Shocking Firefighter Testimonies.” Through their stories, readers gain insight into the risks, emotions, and human side of firefighting....

15. Desalination plant in Kouklia fully operational

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/desalination-plant-in-kouklia-fully-operational

The Kouklia Desalination Plant has been restored and returned to full operation, according to an announcement by the Water Development Department of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment....

16. Clinging for their lives: Fire Chief Kapillas recalls harrowing rescues

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/clinging-for-their-lives-fire-chief-kapillas-recalls-harrowing-rescues

This interview is part of the series “Six Shocking Firefighter Testimonies.” Through their stories, readers gain insight into the risks, emotions, and human side of firefighting....

17. Government moves forward with divisive legal and audit changes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-moves-forward-with-divisive-legal-and-audit-changes

The Cypriot government is pressing forward with major reforms to the Legal and Audit Services despite mounting disputes from legal authorities, professional associations and state officials....

18. The Cyprus chronicles: AI ministers, strikes, and a high-tech fire hub

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-cyprus-chronicles-ai-ministers-strikes-and-a-high-tech-fire-hub

Albania, in a bold move to tackle rampant government corruption, has created its very first Minister of Artificial Intelligence, named Diella....

19. Fire near Kosi landfill keeps crews on alert (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-near-kosi-landfill-keeps-crews-on-alert-video

Firefighters were called Saturday to contain a blaze that erupted in a large pile of waste near the Kosi landfill, authorities said....

20. Fire breaks out at University of Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-breaks-out-at-university-of-cyprus

A fire erupted on the roof of a University of Cyprus building in Aglantzia on Friday, prompting the evacuation of classrooms....

21. Suicide remains a leading cause of death among young people in EU

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suicide-remains-a-leading-cause-of-death-among-young-people-in-eu

Suicide accounted for more than one in six deaths among young people aged 15 to 29 in the European Union in 2022, according to the latest data from Eurostat. ...

22. Don’t get me wrong…but…

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/don-t-get-me-wrong…but…

Now don’t get me wrong. I think it’s great that Cyprus is tightening ties with the United States. About time, really. From the shiny new CYCLOPS training center in Larnaca, to the Americans flying in investigators for the Limassol wildfires,...

23. Limassol wildfire ''solved'': Two cigarette butts take the blame

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/limassol-wildfire-solved-two-cigarette-butts-take-the-blame

I read a headline claiming the Limassol wildfire saga is officially closed. The culprits? Two pristine cigarette butts, not even a scorch mark on them, are now expected to take full responsibility and apologize....

24. Explosion at Aradippou scrap metal site injures three

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....

25. Police to test cigarette butts in probe of deadly Limassol wildfire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-to-test-cigarette-butts-in-probe-of-deadly-limassol-wildfire

Cigarette butts found at the scene of the Limassol mountain blaze that killed two people will undergo forensic testing, Cyprus’ police chief told lawmakers Friday, as officials clashed over whether the fire should be treated as arson....

26. 79-year-old woman dies in Pervolia house fire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/79-year-old-woman-dies-in-pervolia-house-fire

A 79-year-old woman died Thursday after a fire broke out in her home in Pervolia, authorities said....

27. Charcoal thrown into field ignites fire in Kivisili

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/charcoal-thrown-into-field-ignites-fire-in-kivisili

A 33-year-old man was arrested after allegedly throwing charcoal into a field near his property, sparking a fire in Kivisili, authorities said....

28. Messiahs, mukhtars and missed calls: Cyprus politics as usual

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/messiahs-mukhtars-and-missed-calls-cyprus-politics-as-usual

There are five factions inside DISY, Cyprus’ main right-wing party, and our beloved influencer is now expected to herd them into something resembling unity....

29. Ypsonas fire suspect allegedly threatened owner: “I’ll burn you alive”

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ypsonas-fire-suspect-allegedly-threatened-owner-i-ll-burn-you-alive

A 43-year-old man has been ordered held for seven days in connection with a fire that destroyed a paper workshop in Ypsonas early Wednesday morning. He is under investigation for arson and malicious damage....

30. Forestry Department urges caution as hunters head into drought-stricken forests ahead of August 24 season start

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forestry-department-urges-caution-as-hunters-head-into-drought-stricken-forests-ahead-of-august-24-season-start

The Forestry Department has issued an urgent appeal to hunters ahead of the opening of the wood pigeon hunting season on Sunday, August 24, 2025, urging them to exercise extreme caution in rural and forested areas to prevent wildfires....

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