https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/inside-the-opening-ceremony-of-the-cypriot-presidency-photos
From the morning hours of Wednesday, January 7, the roads around the Main Stage of the Cyprus Theatre Organisation, where the ceremony was to take place, were closed to the public, with increased security measures by the police ahead of the arrival of foreign officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-eu-presidency-pride-or-precarious-position
For the second time, Cyprus formally takes over the rotating Council of the EU for a six-month term. It now holds the reins of the EU presidency. There are unattainable promises being made—or envisioned—by the government for a mythological EU Shangri-La and how to propel this undemocratic institution forward....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zelensky-in-nicosia-cyprus-suddenly-a-key-player-in-europe
Cyprus found itself at the center of European attention Wednesday as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived on the island to attend the official inauguration of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/when-i-met-brigitte-bardot
In her youth, she was worshipped. A beauty icon. A sex symbol. The ultimate fantasy. Relentlessly pursued by fans and paparazzi alike....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/boxing-day-weather-partly-cloudy-fully-indecisive
Today will be partly cloudy, which is meteorologist-speak for “sun and clouds arguing all day.” From time to time, isolated showers may wander through, and yes, a thunderstorm is possible, especially in the north and over the mountains....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-december-25th-forecast-the-reason-for-the-season-edition
Merry Christmas! The big day is finally here. A weak high-pressure system is technically in charge, but it’s feeling a bit generous with the rain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-minister-brings-gifts-and-cheer-to-hospitalized-children
Minister of Health Neophytos Charalambides visited Archbishop Makarios III Hospital on Wednesday, bringing gifts and holiday wishes to children spending the festive season in the hospital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-strikes-again-rainy-weather-with-christmas-only-10-days-away
It's Monday. Yes, that Monday. Work and school are still very much a thing, Christmas is teasing us from about 10 days away, and we’re all collectively asking: Isn’t it Christmas yet?!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/from-cyprus-to-bristol-one-dog-brings-a-neighborhood-together
Sometimes, it’s the smallest gestures that make the biggest difference. For Jack McCrossan and his friends, the spark came in the form of a black sheprador named Stevie Ticks, a lively mix of German Shepherd and Labrador, and a proud adoptee from Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/recycle-batteries-play-win-afis-cyprus-brings-the-greenest-kazanti-to-eleftheria-square
This Christmas, AFIS Cyprus combines the magic of the holidays with tradition and environmental awareness in a unique activation that will get everyone talking! On the weekend of December 13 and 14, the heart of recycling will beat at the Nicosia Municipality Christmas Market, at the lower level of Eleftheria Square....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pavlos-kontides-wins-gold-at-vilamoura-grand-prix-in-portugal
Cypriot sailing star Pavlos Kontides claimed the gold medal at the Vilamoura Grand Prix, completing four days of challenging competition with top performances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/out-about/cypriots-plan-last-minute-new-year-s-eve-outings-pasika-seeks-holiday-hours-extension
The festive season has officially begun, even if the weather has yet to match the mood. Music venues and restaurants across Cyprus are already preparing to welcome holiday crowds....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-bank-tax-could-ease-the-pinch-on-families-but-who-s-behind-it
A year after narrowly losing a vote in parliament, AKEL is back with a new proposal to impose an emergency tax on banks for 2025 and 2026, calling it a “solidarity levy” aimed at helping everyday Cypriots cope with rising costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-s-forecast-the-weekend-starts-with-a-wet-welcome-and-a-case-of-coastal-fomo
Yes, you made it! It's Friday, and a weak low-pressure system and unstable weather conditions are here until tomorrow... because apparently, even the weather needs one last Friday hurrah before settling down....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alphamega-hypermarkets-bring-the-magic-of-the-holidays-to-life-through-christmas-tree-lighting-ceremonies
Christmas lights, music, smiles, genuine warmth and lots of love will fill the stores of Alphamega Hypermarkets in Engomi, Kapsalos and Paphos Aphrodite during the simultaneous Christmas tree lighting ceremonies organised by the chain for yet another year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-bean-bar-opens-in-alphamega-hypermarket-kamares
Bean Bar continues to expand its presence in the Cypriot market, sending its good… vibes to even more areas across Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/over-12-000-book-lovers-turned-out-for-nicosia-book-fest-s-10th-anniversary
You could hear it before you saw it, the hum of conversations, the laughter of kids dragging parents toward the next reading tent, the sound of pages being signed and stories being shared. Nicosia Book Fest celebrated its 10th birthday this year, and it did so with the kind of joy that only comes when people genuinely love what they’re doing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-foundation-supports-thousands-of-students-facing-financial-hardship
More than 1,000 students in Cyprus received financial support this year from the Independent Social Support Agency (ISSA), a foundation dedicated to ensuring that no young person is forced to abandon higher education due to financial difficulties....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-youth-rank-lowest-in-europe-for-happiness-survey-finds
Cyprus is emerging as the European country where young people report the lowest levels of happiness, according to the 2023/24 European Social Survey (ESS). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/huge-interest-in-cyprus-branch-of-athens-university-s-medical-school
Interest has soared for the medical school of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), which has now officially opened its Cyprus branch in Nicosia. According to Education Minister Dr. Athena Michaelidou, over 300 students have already applied for just 60 available places....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-forecast-temperatures-will-remain-near-meh-all-week
A barely-there "low-pressure system" (which sounds way more dramatic than it is, like a tired intern running the weather office) is currently trying its best to affect the area. It's failing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/autumn-on-paper-summer-in-spirit-cyprus-celebrates-under-sunny-skies
Happy holiday, Cyprus! While the calendar insists it’s autumn, the weather has clearly decided, “Not so fast!” and is clinging to summer like a child refusing to let go of the beach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-sky-is-making-amends-and-the-heat-is-calling-it-quits
Our weekly forecast is brought to you by the always-opinionated seasonal low pressure system, which is still loitering about, affecting the area with its particular brand of meteorological flair....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/your-upliftingly-honest-weather-forecast
Good morning, sun-seekers and shade-huggers alike! A seasonal low pressure system has drifted in, not to ruin your week but to keep things interesting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-president-the-hunters-and-the-greens-arrows
The President feels he’s co-governing with nearly every party except AKEL and ELAM. He even claims he’s fully following the policies of DISY, naturally causing multiple strokes at DIKO, EDEK, and DIPA. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/blue-skies-and-big-heat-the-perfect-recipe-for-a-hot-summer-weekend
Happy Friday! Time to soak in the good vibes, because the sky is basically rolling out the blue carpet for us today....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clouds-are-on-vacation-and-heat-is-on-duty-expect-clear-skies-and-spicy-temps-today
Happy Monday, weather warriors! Put away those umbrellas and grab your sunglasses (and maybe a fan), because Mother Nature is in a mostly good mood today....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/victory-or-vanity-reflections-on-new-york-and-the-cyprus-talks
We Have Triumphed! That’s how I feel after New York. Some ingrates will sneer, “a mountain labored and gave birth to a mouse."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/friends-foes-and-snakes-a-cypriot-snapshot-in-honor-of-world-snake-day
Yesterday was World Snake Day and our Anita is advised to be on her guard. Her enemies may be out to get her, but just as dangerous are a few so-called “friends” lurking in the shadows. Are they friends or snakes? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lebanese-president-makes-one-day-visit-to-cyprus-for-bilateral-talks
President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to Cyprus on Wednesday for a one-day official visit, marking a renewed commitment to strengthening ties between the two neighboring countries....
