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1. Southeastern Europe warmer than ever

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/southeastern-europe-warmer-than-ever

In July 2024, the Eastern Mediterranean experienced its most intense heatwave on record....

2. Larnaca Airport chaos as Easter travel meets classic Cyprus ''preparation''

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....

3. ''Ankara, hands off!'': Thousands march in occupied areas against headscarf rule (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ankara-hands-off-thousands-march-in-occupied-areas-against-headscarf-rule-video

A surge of anger and resistance swept through occupied Nicosia this week as thousands of Turkish Cypriots took to the streets, pushing back against a controversial new regulation that makes the wearing of headscarves compulsory in schools....

4. EU strikes back at Trump’s tariffs, opens door to China

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-strikes-back-at-trump-s-tariffs-opens-door-to-china

The European Union is firing back at Washington’s trade aggression with its own round of tariffs, as Brussels prepares a united front in response to former President Donald Trump’s protectionist push....

5. Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/torrential-rains-lash-cyprus-flooding-streets-and-causing-chaos

Torrential rain hammered parts of Cyprus on Friday afternoon, turning streets into rivers and creating flash floods that caused traffic chaos and panic in several areas....

6. Severe storms batter Cyclades, Athens braces for impact

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-storms-batter-cyclades-athens-braces-for-impact

A fierce storm has swept across Greece, leaving parts of the Cyclades Islands underwater and causing chaos in several regions....

7. Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/countdown-to-chaos-cyprus-traffic-light-fiasco

The government has been given an ultimatum: install countdown timers at traffic lights equipped with cameras within six months—or shut down the traffic camera system entirely. ...

8. Storms hit Cyprus with heavy rain, hail, and snowfall in Troodos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/storms-hit-cyprus-with-heavy-rain-hail-and-snowfall-in-troodos

A powerful weather system swept across Cyprus on Wednesday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and even snowfall in the Troodos Mountains. ...

9. Ancient Alexandria crumbles as rising seas threaten its future

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-alexandria-crumbles-as-rising-seas-threaten-its-future

Alexandria, Egypt’s historic port city, is facing an escalating crisis due to climate-driven coastal erosion and rising sea levels....

10. No personal responsibility found for flooding in pharmaceutical warehouses

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-personal-responsibility-found-for-flooding-in-pharmaceutical-warehouses

Health Minister Michalis Damianou confirmed that a tender is currently underway for the rental or construction of new pharmaceutical warehouses....

11. Extraordinary scenes as the sea overflows onto land in Mackenzie (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/extraordinary-scenes-as-the-sea-overflows-onto-land-in-mackenzie

A rare and dramatic natural event unfolded yesterday in the Mackenzie area of Larnaca, as powerful winds drove seawater far beyond its usual boundary, covering large portions of the beachfront....

12. Limassol carnival reigns supreme as Cyprus celebrates in style (images and video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-carnival-reigns-supreme-as-cyprus-celebrates-in-style

Cyprus came alive on Sunday as Carnival celebrations filled the streets with colour, music, and endless revelry – with Limassol once again stealing the show. ...

13. Cyprus’ great ''Freeze Snap'' (that… isn’t actually that freezing), so far.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-great-freeze-snap-that…-isn-t-actually-that-freezing-so-far

Brace yourselves—except, actually, don’t. Because despite the dire warnings of a frost apocalypse, today’s weather is mildly inconvenient at best....

14. EY: The biggest risks facing Cyprus and governments worldwide

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ey-the-biggest-risks-facing-cyprus-and-governments-worldwide

As we move further into 2025, governments around the world, including Cyprus, are facing a range of challenges....

15. Severe storms devastate occupied Karpasia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-storms-devastate-occupied-karpasia

Heavy rain and hailstorms wreaked havoc across several occupied villages in Karpasia, causing significant damage to homes, outbuildings, and paddocks in Yialousa, Agios Andronicos, Agia Triada, and Melanagra....

16. Geroskipou olympic pool to undergo major renovation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/geroskipou-olympic-pool-to-undergo-major-renovation

The municipality of Geroskipou has announced a €360,000 renovation project for its Olympic swimming pool....

17. Pan Dragomir delivers a body-positive message in response to fatphobic comments (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/pan-dragomir-delivers-a-body-positive-message-in-response-to-fatphobic-comments

Cypriot radio personality, influencer, and content creator Panayiota Charalambous, known online as @pan.dragomir, recently shared a deeply empowering body-positive video that has captivated fans and followers alike....

18. Cyprus left high and dry over dam failure

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-left-high-and-dry-over-dam-failure

The Mavrokolympos dam has finally been emptied, leaving behind not just a dry reservoir but also a flood of frustration among Cypriots. The drastic measure was taken to address a technical failure,...

19. Cyprus' justice system meets Police Academy?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-justice-system-meets-police-academy

Former Justice Minister Nikos Kosis likened recent prisoner escapes to a slapstick comedy featuring Thanasis Veggos, the beloved Greek comedian. ...

20. Meta drops fact-checking just before Trump takes office

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/meta-drops-fact-checking-just-before-trump-takes-office

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Tuesday that Facebook and Instagram are dropping their fact-checkers. Instead, the platforms will rely on user-driven “community notes,” much like Elon Musk’s approach on X (formerly Twitter). ...

21. Walmart’s $100 Birkin dupe sparks debate and raises eyebrows

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/walmart-s-$100-birkin-dupe-sparks-debate-and-raises-eyebrows

Walmart has caused a stir in the fashion world by offering a knockoff of the renowned Hermès Birkin bag, priced between $78 and $100—far less than the luxury version, which typically starts at $10,000...

22. The amphetamine that toppled Assad

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-amphetamine-crisis-that-toppled-assad

The rapid collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria came as a surprise to many. After a fierce, multi-day assault, rebel forces captured the capital, Damascus, on Sunday, forcing Assad to flee to Russia. ...

23. The word of the decade is...'Brain Rot'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-word-of-the-decade

"Brain rot" was named the word of the year, but I believe it could rightfully be described as the word of the entire decade....

24. End of an era as Assad flees Syria amid government collapse

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....

25. ''BORA'' fades, showers linger (videos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bora-fades-showers-linger

The ''Boras'' storm that swept across Cyprus kept emergency services busy, with the Fire Service responding to 27 incidents caused by severe weather....

26. Black Friday buzz as shoppers return in full force

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/black-friday-buzz-as-shoppers-return-in-full-force

According to an article by Dorita Yiannakou, this past week, the retail scene came alive with the buzz of Black Friday. ...

27. Severe weather hits Limassol, floods and landslides reported

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-weather-hits-limassol-floods-and-landslides-reported

Intense weather conditions have hit the Limassol District since last night, causing significant disruptions. Heavy rainfall has led to flooding, particularly in areas like Parekklisia,...

28. Florence cracks down on over tourism in historic city center

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/florence-cracks-down-on-over-tourism-in-historic-city-center

As millions of tourists flood Italy’s historic cities, Florence is stepping up efforts to manage the pressures of overtourism. With concerns mounting that the high visitor volume threatens the city’s cultural heritage and livability, ...

29. Are spicy foods a danger to our health?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/are-spicy-foods-a-danger-to-our-health

Love the kick of spicy food or can’t stand the heat? Either way, the fiery ingredients in your favorite dishes bring more to the table than just a tingling tongue—they might even have health perks. But are they risky enough to be dangerous?...

30. Weekend rains bring floods across Cyprus; full forecast ahead (videos and pics)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weekend-rains-bring-floods-across-cyprus-full-forecast-ahead-videos-and-pics

Intense rainfall and hailstorms on Sunday caused flooding, road closures, and damage in several regions across Cyprus, triggering emergency responses....

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