https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/addiction-is-nicotine-s-greatest-trick
“Quit before a doctor makes you quit.” Unfortunately, I stopped smoking only after it had already caused the damage doctors had been warning me about for years. The damage was serious, though thankfully not serious enough to change the way I live my life....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-positions-firefighting-aircraft-in-cyprus-before-summer-fire-season
Cyprus has already received two RescEU firefighting aircraft, which are now based at the new European Regional Firefighting Station. The facility is expected to be officially inaugurated later this year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-return-to-trozena-as-questions-grow-over-major-development-in-protected-area
A major development in the Trozena area is back under the spotlight, with Limassol authorities preparing to return to the site within days to check whether construction work has stopped after warnings over possible planning breaches....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-say-‘santi-messages-fabricated-no-evidence-found-to-support-allegations
One of Cyprus’ most closely watched and controversial investigations has taken a dramatic turn, with police announcing Tuesday that they found no evidence to support the explosive allegations made in the so-called “Santi” case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jump-of-the-year-armand-duplantis-clears-a-5-50-meter-wall-of-lidl-products
A jump the world has never seen before: Pole vault world record holder Armand “Mondo” Duplantis mastered an extraordinary challenge in Stockholm, living up to the title “Jump of the Year”. Challenged by Lidl, the exceptional athlete and holder of 15 world records did not jump over a traditional bar, but over a 5.50-meter-high, 12-meter-wide, and 30-centimeter-deep wall of products, built from the discounter’s extensive own-brand assortment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/demetris-tsiakkis-at-green-agenda-2026
The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the largest conference on sustainable development, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the central theme “Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),” bringing to the stage leading figures from the fields of sustainability and innovation. Among this year’s speakers is Demetris Tsiakkis, Head of Business Development and Strategy at Altia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-loses-close-vote-for-un-general-assembly-presidency
Cyprus was narrowly defeated in its bid to lead the United Nations General Assembly after Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman, secured the presidency of the body's 81st session in a closely fought election on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-unveils-tougher-measures-to-contain-livestock-disease-outbreak
The government announced a series of tougher measures on Tuesday aimed at containing the livestock disease outbreak that has shaken Cyprus' farming community and sparked protests by livestock breeders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/diplomatica/cyprus-vies-for-presidency-of-un-general-assembly
The United Nations General Assembly will elect the president of its 81st session on June 2, 2026, during a vote at UN headquarters in New York. Cyprus is seeking the position through the candidacy of Ambassador Andreas Kakouris, who is facing Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kataklysmos-skies-and-a-splash-of-summer
It is June 1st. It is Monday. It is Kataklysmos. A weak low-pressure system and a slightly unstable air mass remain nearby today, but conditions are generally favourable for those heading to the sea or village festivities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/livestock-farmers-return-to-streets-this-morning-over-foot-and-mouth-crisis
Frustration is boiling over among Cyprus’ livestock farmers, who are set to stage another protest in Nicosia on Friday over the government’s handling of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, a crisis many farmers say is threatening not only their animals but also their livelihoods....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sunshine-turns-shifty-as-afternoon-clouds-return-to-cyprus
Cyprus wakes up warm, bright and almost convincingly summery today, although the atmosphere still seems unwilling to fully commit to stable weather just yet....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fuel-prices-in-cyprus-expected-to-drop-within-10-days-industry-says
Drivers in Cyprus could soon see some relief at the pump, with fuel prices expected to fall within the next 10 days following a recent drop in international oil prices, according to the head of the Pancyprian Association of Gas Station Owners....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/judge-recuses-himself-ahead-of-high-profile-trial
A high-profile rape trial involving the suspended mayor of Paphos was briefly delayed on Tuesday before it even began, after the presiding judge asked to withdraw from the case due to potential conflict of interest concerns....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/three-injured-after-jumping-from-larnaca-apartment-block-during-immigration-raid
Three foreign nationals were injured during a police and immigration operation at an apartment complex in Larnaca on Wednesday morning after reportedly jumping from balconies while trying to avoid detection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/customs-seize-nearly-€200-000-hidden-in-socks-at-paphos-airport
Customs officers at Paphos Airport confiscated nearly €200,000 in undeclared cash from a passenger arriving from Ireland....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/petrolina-s-dynamic-presence-at-doers-summit-limassol-2026-as-silver-partner
Petrolina participated dynamically as a Silver Partner at Doers Summit 2026, alongside its e-mobility brand pcharge and the Lefkaritis Group brands Petrolina Solar and Petrolina Electric, showcasing the Group’s continuous evolution into a modern and diversified energy organization focused on innovation, sustainable development, and the energy transition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/no-more-noise
With the rise of artificial intelligence, even the most convincing things placed in front of us are now viewed with suspicion, treated as potentially deceptive, manufactured, or false. Misinformation has therefore become one of the defining challenges of our time. Yet just as serious, perhaps even more serious, is information overload....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/disy-celebrates-surprise-victory-as-demetriou-strengthens-grip-on-party
A victory far beyond what even the party’s biggest optimists had expected emerged when the ballot boxes opened, or, as late former President Glafcos Clerides famously used to say, when ''the tin was opened,'' for Democratic Rally (DISY)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-arrives-softly-with-patchy-fog-and-slow-moving-clouds
An unstable air mass continues to influence the region today, although the morning begins quietly enough. Any patches of mist or fog will gradually fade away, making room for a partly cloudy day with soft sunshine filtering through the skies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elections-deliver-shake-up-as-new-parties-break-through-while-old-guard-feels-pressure
The political landscape in Cyprus appeared to shift dramatically Sunday night as early parliamentary election results pointed to gains for new political movements, setbacks for smaller traditional parties and a reshaped House of Representatives.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-coffee-shops-to-tiktok-how-cyprus-elections-changed-forever
Over the past few years, social media has completely changed the way election campaigns are run, and this election season in Cyprus may have shown that more clearly than ever before. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/at-105-a-paphos-woman-heads-to-the-polls-once-again
At 105 years old, Argyri Achillea of Tala is preparing to cast her ballot once again, continuing a tradition she has kept through every election in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kontides-claims-third-european-sailing-crown-in-split
Cypriot sailor Pavlos Kontides captured his third European Championship title after a dramatic week of racing in Split, Croatia, capping off a comeback that saw him climb through the standings despite difficult weather conditions and delayed races....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-heads-to-the-polls-as-frustration-with-politics-grows
Cypriots head to the polls on Sunday in parliamentary elections that could shake up the country’s political scene, with many voters angry over corruption scandals, high electricity bills, and the rising cost of living....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-mumbai-to-new-delhi-christodoulides-heads-into-key-talks-with-modi
Nikos Christodoulides arrived in New Delhi on Thursday evening, where he is set to hold high-level talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in what is being seen as one of Cyprus’ most important diplomatic visits in recent years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/official-opening-of-the-eurobank-india-office-marks-a-new-milestone-in-europe–india-connectivity
An official inauguration ceremony for the Eurobank India Office was held on 21 May 2026 at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai, with the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, in attendance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gymnast-vera-tukolukova-wins-three-medals-in-portugal
Cypriot rhythmic gymnast Vera Tukolukova delivered a standout performance at the World Rhythmic Gymnastics Challenge Cup in Portimão, Portugal, winning three medals less than two weeks before the European Championships in Varna, Bulgaria....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/bollywood-sheep-and-church-drama-cyprus-never-does-boring
In India, our young Nikos turned up—and yes, he went dressed… as an Indian. As you can imagine, that sparked all kinds of reactions. Lucky he didn’t show up dressed as a delivery rider, I suppose....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/rics-cyprus-property-price-index-with-kpmg-in-cyprus-announces-results-of-2026-q1
KPMG in Cyprus announces that the “RICS Cyprus Property Price Index with KPMG in Cyprus” has been issued for the first quarter of 2026....
