https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-cringe-worthy-moment-in-history
As an American living in Cyprus, I’ve watched my country’s leadership style evolve under Donald Trump, but nothing quite prepared me for the recent Oval Office encounter between Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Zelensky. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-media-escalate-tensions-over-u-s-cyprus-military-exercise
Turkish media have intensified war rhetoric against Cyprus following a recent joint military exercise between U.S. Marines and Cypriot commandos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/freedom24-chess-academy-has-opened-in-limassol
Freedom24 Chess Academy was officially inaugurated in Limassol on March 1. Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., encouraged the young participants to strive for new heights in chess. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/truck-removal-delayed-for-27-days-causing-major-traffic-disruption
A bizarre and frustrating situation has unfolded on the Limassol-Nicosia motorway, where a truck, which has been stranded for 27 days after a traffic accident, is only now being removed—causing yet another headache for drivers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecb-cuts-interest-rates-by-25-basis-points-as-inflation-eases
The European Central Bank (ECB) announced on Thursday a fresh interest rate cut, lowering its three key rates by 25 basis points in a bid to support the eurozone economy as inflation gradually eases....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/mps-mull-casino-cash-exemption-despite-laundering-fears
A proposal to exempt casinos from Cyprus' €10,000 cash transaction limit has sparked a heated debate in parliament, with regulators warning that such a move could open the door to money laundering and create unequal rules for businesses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/concerns-raised-over-dangerous-sprays-and-waste-management-at-carnivals
The use of hazardous sprays at carnival celebrations has come under scrutiny following a recent discussion before the Parliamentary Environment Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-resident-billionaires-behind-cyprus-rise-as-a-global-business-hub
Cyprus has quietly become a magnet for some of the world's wealthiest individuals, transforming the island into a hub for global business and investment. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/global-fintech-investment-falls-to-seven-year-low-of-$95-6-billion-in-2024-but-uptick-in-q4-24-is-a-sign-of-cautious-optimism-says-kpmg-s-pulse-of-fintech-h2-24
2024 was another difficult year for fintech, with just $95.6 billion of investment globally across 4,639 deals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-100-deputy-mayors-in-cyprus-paid-to-do-nothing
Nearly 100 deputy mayors across Cyprus have been collecting taxpayer-funded salaries for the past nine months — without having any official duties assigned to them — due to loopholes in the local government reform, sparking frustration among both the public and the officials themselves....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-the-netherlands-a-strong-but-often-overlooked-bond
The Netherlands, a key player in both the EU and NATO, remains somewhat of an unknown entity in Cyprus—aside from Amsterdam’s popularity as a travel destination and the well-known football club Ajax....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/post-carnival-blues-with-dusty-skies-and-feisty-winds
After a whirlwind weekend of Carnival celebrations in Limassol — the island’s biggest and liveliest party — and Green Monday picnics yesterday, let's face it — we're all a little tired today. Whether you're still shaking off the glitter or gearing up for Lent with a fast, the weather seems to be in the same post-party mood — a little unsettled, with a touch of dust in the air....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-monday-a-breath-of-fresh-air-to-welcome-lent
Today, Cyprus is buzzing with life as families and friends head outdoors to celebrate Green Monday, or Kathará Deftéra – a beloved tradition that marks the start of Lent in the Orthodox calendar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/molotov-cocktails-fires-and-tear-gas-in-athens-photos-video
The center of Athens turned into a battleground as hooded individuals began throwing Molotov cocktails....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-will-send-six-athletes-to-special-olympics-world-winter-games-this-year
A press conference was held on February 27th at the Olympic Mansion to officially present the Cypriot delegation for the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ready-set-go-police-amp-up-road-patrols-for-long-weekend-traffic
The police, particularly the Traffic Department, will deploy significantly more personnel over the weekend and on Green Monday to ensure smooth traffic flow on highways and other roads....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/english-school-board-denies-pressure-claims-alleges-smear-campaign
A deepening dispute at the English School in Nicosia has taken another turn, with several board members rejecting allegations made by the headmaster that they pressured him over entrance exam results....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greeks-calling-for-accountability-2-years-after-tempe-train-tragedy
Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/isn-t-it-ironic-cyprus-propaganda-politics-and-the-global-stage
A movie is being made in the occupied territories titled ''Aisie Went on Vacation'', which was also the code name for the Attila operation in 1974. They've even set up modern studios for creating TV series, as it seems they've grasped the importance of imagery in propaganda....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/carnival-vibes-in-the-air-but-will-the-weather-join-the-party
It's Friday, it's the Carnival weekend, and we're heading into a three-day holiday break with Green Monday coming up — so let's see if the weather is playing along!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-a-win-for-families-a-challenge-for-businesses
Cyprus is set to undergo its first major tax reform in over 20 years, with changes expected to align the system with the country’s evolving economic landscape....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/university-of-arizona-discovery-to-headline-new-cyprus-archaeological-museum
The Cyprus Archaeological Museum, set to open in 2027, will prominently showcase significant archaeological findings from Kourion, an ancient Roman city devastated by a massive earthquake on July 21, 365 A.D....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-men-found-dead-in-limassol-office-building
Two men were found dead in their beds inside an office building in the Episkopi area of Limassol on Wednesday morning, with initial police findings suggesting they succumbed to carbon monoxide poisoning from a charcoal fire they lit to keep warm....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/61-year-old-arrested-for-dog-abuse-in-peyia
Police have arrested a 61-year-old man in connection with a dog abuse case in Peyia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/agia-varvara-residents-demand-fair-compensation-for-power-surge-damages
Residents of Agia Varvara are voicing their frustration after a sudden power surge on January 23 destroyed electrical appliances in their homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/warmer-days-ahead-after-record-breaking-cold
Brrr, Cyprus! If you thought last night felt extra chilly, you weren’t imagining things. It was officially the coldest night in over 40 years, shattering the previous record of -3.3°C set in 1985. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/whatsapp-subject-to-strictest-eu-platform-rules
WhatsApp is now among the online platforms required to comply with the European Union’s most stringent transparency regulations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cypriot-businesses-set-their-sights-on-the-u-s
For the first time, a Cypriot business delegation will participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit and SelectUSA Tech Summit, two major investment events in the United States aimed at companies looking to enter or expand in the U.S. market....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-caught-with-€126-000-stashed-in-bathroom-safe-but-can-t-explain-why
Police are investigating the origins of €126,360 in cash found hidden in a bathroom safe at a Nicosia home, after the 33-year-old woman living there failed to provide a credible explanation for the money....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-frosty-reality-check-yes-i-was-wrong—it-was-cold
Good morning, folks! It’s Monday, and if you, like me, are struggling to leave the warmth of your bed, I don’t blame you. After all, stepping outside feels like walking into a freezer—though, to be fair, not quite the deep freeze of last night....
