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/tuesday-december-30th-forecast-the-penultimate-countdown
We have officially reached the "penultimate" day of 2025, a fancy word that essentially means we are almost at the finish line, but the weather has decided to make the final stretch a bit slippery. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-weathers-global-turbulence-as-economic-growth-and-reforms-hold-firm-in-2025
Cyprus entered 2025 with strong economic momentum, building on real GDP growth of 3.4% in 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-rise-of-dumbphones-signals-a-digital-breaking-point
They are sarcastically called ''dumbphones'', and lately they’ve been gaining popularity among digitally exhausted people who want less wasted time, fewer distractions, and more life away from screens. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christmas-surge-tests-a-e-departments-hospitals-hold-steady
Emergency services and public hospitals experienced increased demand over the Christmas holiday period, but the situation remained manageable, health officials said, with no extraordinary incidents recorded....
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/russian-official-warns-cyprus-over-support-for-ukraine
A senior Russian Foreign Ministry official has sharply criticized Cyprus for aligning itself with the European Union’s post-2022 policy toward Russia, warning that actions taken against Russian interests will provoke a response....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-tax-relief-for-families-tougher-rules-for-everyone-else
From January 1, 2026, Cyprus will officially turn the page on how it taxes income and businesses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sometimes-the-ones-we-help-change-us-the-most
There are moments you think you’re going somewhere to offer support, only to realize you’re the one who leaves changed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-overhauls-its-tax-system-what-it-means-for-your-family
Parliament on Monday approved Cyprus’ new tax framework, a long-awaited reform that the government says will ease the burden on households, support families with children and make the economy more competitive, without requiring citizens to suddenly become tax experts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/eight-holiday-dining-spots-in-cyprus-to-make-your-christmas-and-new-year-sparkle
The holiday season in Cyprus is all about cozy gatherings, laughter, and, of course, delicious food. If you’re looking to step out of the kitchen this Christmas or New Year, these eight restaurants across Limassol, Nicosia, and Paphos promise festive dinners that hit all the right notes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/petrolina-supports-the-paediatric-ward-of-the-larnaka-general-hospital-with-equipment-and-gifts-for-the-hospitalized-children
Acting with responsibility towards society and supporting long-standing initiatives that promote health and wellbeing, Petrolina, together with members of its volunteer team, the Petrolina Community, visited the Paediatric Ward of the Larnaka General Hospital on Thursday, 18 December, conveying a message of care, support, and solidarity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/landslides-make-mountain-routes-hazardous-police-urge-drivers-to-slow-down
Authorities are warning motorists to use extra caution as severe weather continues to affect parts of the road network....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/85-year-old-suffers-skull-and-rib-fractures-after-being-attacked-by-intruder-inside-his-home
An 85-year-old man was seriously injured after being attacked during a robbery at his home in Cyprus’s Nicosia district, according to police....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/big-insurance-shake-up-coming-to-cyprus
Alpha Bank is moving to shake up Cyprus’ insurance sector, announcing a major deal that will merge two well-known insurers into what is expected to become one of the country’s biggest insurance groups....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ai-is-coming-but-your-job-might-be-safer-than-you-think
Workers around the world have reason to be nervous about artificial intelligence. Headlines of layoffs at American companies and warnings from some of AI’s top leaders have stoked fears that machines could soon take over human jobs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-1974-invasion-heads-to-moma-50-years-later
Fifty years after it was first shown, Michalis Cacoyannis’ powerful documentary ''Attilas ’74: The Rape of Cyprus'' is set for its world premiere at one of the world’s most prestigious modern art museums, MoMA in New York. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-envoy-says-middle-east-has-no-democracies-allies-react-angrily
“I don’t see any democracy anywhere,” Tom Barrack said on December 7, referring to the broader Middle East. “Israel may claim to be a democracy, but in this region, what has really worked best, whether you like it or not, are benevolent monarchies,”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/teachers-walk-out-farmers-roll-in-as-cyprus-braces-for-a-day-of-protests
Classrooms will fall silent and tractors will take to the streets on Thursday as teachers and farmers stage coordinated protests, putting fresh pressure on the government over education reforms and the future of agriculture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sunny-side-up-clouds-may-visit-but-warmth-stays-put
A weak high-pressure system is holding court over the area, keeping things mostly pleasant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/half-a-million-cubic-meters-of-rain-won-t-save-cyprus-next-summer
Early signs from this winter’s rainfall are already raising alarm bells: the water collected in Cyprus’ dams so far is nowhere near enough to change the picture for 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-pays-when-public-sector-wages-keep-rising
Public sector wages remain the uncomfortable truth behind Cyprus’ 2026 state budget, which is heading for a final vote in the House of Representatives on Wednesday and is widely expected to be approved....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-students-lead-the-way-in-climate-resilience-workshop
The Bank of Cyprus, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth and Hermes Airports, hosted a hands-on educational workshop in Larnaca as part of its “Youth Ask and Provide Solutions” initiative....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/metro-excavation-uncovers-ancient-intact-streets-of-thessaloniki
Excavations for Thessaloniki’s metro have shed new light on the city’s ancient urban design, revealing streets and infrastructure that date back to the 3rd century BC. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/winter-rains-revive-kakopetria-s-vateris-trail
After weeks of rainfall, nature is putting on a quiet but striking show in Kakopetria, with fresh winter colors and flowing water turning heads across social media in recent days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-is-a-low-effort-weather-day
After the grand theatrics of our previous named storms the atmosphere seems to be suffering from a bit of a creative hangover. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-cyprus-visit-in-22-years-by-a-moldovan-president
Moldova’s President Maia Sandu arrived in Cyprus on Thursday for a historic visit, the first by a Moldovan head of state in 22 years. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/debt-surge-ahead-can-the-eurozone-outgrow-its-risks
The Eurozone is entering a phase of rising investments, public debt, and real interest rates. In this challenging environment, economic growth is essential to maintain balance. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ambulance-trapped-at-red-light-as-drivers-freeze-over-camera-fines-video
A new incident involving an ambulance caught in traffic shows how Cyprus’ photo-enforcement system affects emergency response....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-best-foreign-exchange-bank-in-cyprus-by-global-finance
The Bank of Cyprus has received another important international distinction, being named ''Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Cyprus'' at the annual Gordon Platt Foreign Exchange Awards – World’s Best Foreign Exchange Banks organized by the prestigious magazine Global Finance....
