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1. The projects that could transform Cyprus are waiting for one final 'yes'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-projects-that-could-transform-cyprus-are-waiting-for-one-final-yes

Imagine a brand-new city rising where Larnaca's old oil refineries once stood, a world-class medical campus opening in Nicosia and a new international school welcoming nearly 2,000 students in Limassol. ...

2. Rescue teams race to save trapped workers after powerful quake hits southern Japan

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rescue-teams-race-to-save-trapped-workers-after-powerful-quake-hits-southern-japan

Emergency crews in southwestern Japan were searching late Tuesday for survivors trapped inside a partially collapsed shopping centre following a powerful earthquake on the island of Kyushu....

3. Cypriot & Greek stocks now available on the Wealthyhood x BoC app

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cypriot-greek-stocks-now-available-on-the-wealthyhood-x-boc-app

Wealthyhood X BoC has officially launched Cypriot and Greek stocks on its platform, placing the Cyprus Stock Exchange and Euronext Athens front and centre for retail investors across Cyprus, Greece and Europe....

4. Residents and businesses reject Nicosia's €10.8m historic centre redevelopment plan

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/residents-and-businesses-reject-nicosia-s-€10-8m-historic-centre-redevelopment-plan

Business owners and residents in Nicosia's historic centre have rejected the municipality's proposed redevelopment plans, arguing that the project falls well short of what the area requires and calling for a substantially larger investment....

5. Final day of Make Music Cyprus brings 52 performances across Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/final-day-of-make-music-cyprus-brings-52-performances-across-nicosia

Today is the final opportunity to experience Make Music Cyprus Festival 2026, as the largest edition in the event's history concludes with 52 performances and workshops spread across eight stages in Nicosia....

6. Cyprus delivers results-focused EU presidency, says Christodoulides

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-delivers-results-focused-eu-presidency-says-christodoulides

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides presented an assessment of Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the European Union following the conclusion of the final European Council meeting held during Cyprus’ six-month term. He described it as “a mission that we carried out with genuine dedication, intensive work, steady progress and tangible results.”...

7. EU leaders meet in Ayia Napa as farmers shut down roads and port

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-leaders-meet-in-ayia-napa-as-farmers-shut-down-roads-and-port

Late Thursday night, just minutes before midnight, the first day of the informal EU summit at the Ayia Napa Marina wrapped up at 11:45 p.m....

8. The Evolution of Cypriot Cinema

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-evolution-of-cypriot-cinema

While the most famous Cypriot filmmaker arguably remains Michael Cacoyannis who wrote, directed and produced ZORBA THE GREEK (1964), a lot has happened since the pioneer days of documentaries on the island’s folk culture and rural life. Cypriot cinema was born much later than that of most other countries – in the 1960s – and this edition of the _UNDERSCORE looks at the developments that have shaped it since then – from its relationship to the island’s turbulent history to the successes of the past decade. ...

9. Cyprus Makes… Checkmate in Chess!

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-makes…-checkmate-in-chess

In a historic moment, Cyprus becomes the centre of the global chess world. For the first time, the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, located in the Peyia area of Paphos, will host one of the most important and demanding tournaments in the world championship cycle, from March 28 to April 16, 2026....

10. Exhibition ''Cyprus Insula -History, Memory, Reality'' in Brussels

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exhibition-cyprus-insula-history-memory-reality-in-brussels

The flagship exhibition of the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation of (BoCCF), “Cyprus Insula – History, Memory, Reality”, travels to Brussels as part of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union,...

11. The island is drowning in concrete

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-island-is-drowning-in-concrete

In idyllic corners across Cyprus, occupied and free alike, natural beauty has steadily given way to concrete and graceless construction....

12. New generators for Dhekelia now expected in 2030

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-generators-for-dhekelia-now-expected-in-2030

Plans to upgrade the Dhekelia power station have been pushed back again, with the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) now saying the three new generation units intended for the site are unlikely to arrive before 2030....

13. Lidl Cyprus supports anniversary Love Dinner for ‘Arodafnousa' 50th anniversary

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-cyprus-supports-anniversary-love-dinner-for-‘arodafnousa-50th-anniversary

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the “Arodafnousa” Palliative Care Centre, Lidl Cyprus once again confirms its long-standing commitment to humanity, by sponsoring the anniversary Love Dinner ‘Under the Lights of Love’....

14. Windows into the past: Genetic analysis of Deep Maniot Greeks reveals a unique genetic time capsule

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/windows-into-the-past-genetic-analysis-of-deep-maniot-greeks-reveals-a-unique-genetic-time-capsule

Set among rugged mountains, dramatic coastlines, and distinct stone tower houses, the Mani Peninsula of the Peloponnese, Greece, has long captivated travelers and historians....

15. EU allocates €466,400 to strengthen long-term care of Famagusta’s cultural heritage

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-allocates-€466-400-to-strengthen-long-term-care-of-famagusta-s-cultural-heritage

The European Union has set aside €466,400 to improve the long-term upkeep of cultural heritage sites in Famagusta, reinforcing its continued involvement in safeguarding the island’s shared historical legacy....

16. Square One Launches 500+ new homes in 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/square-one-launches-500-new-homes-in-2026

Square One is entering a defining chapter in its growth....

17. Cyprus Tax Reform 2026: What Changed and What Stayed the Same

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-2026-what-changed-and-what-stayed-the-same

On 22 December 2025, the House of Representatives approved a wide-ranging tax reform package, with most measures taking effect from 1 January 2026. It is not an incremental adjustment....

18. India's Historic Labour Reforms: Building a Fair, Modern, and Inclusive Work Ecosystem

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/india-s-historic-labour-reforms-building-a-fair-modern-and-inclusive-work-ecosystem

India stands at a pivotal moment in its economic journey. As the nation accelerates toward becoming a global economic powerhouse, the Government has undertaken a historic transformation of its labour laws—consolidating 29 fragmented labour statutes into four comprehensive Labour Codes....

19. The Orangery returns to The Landmark Nicosia, looking better than ever!

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-orangery-returns-to-the-landmark-nicosia-looking-better-than-ever

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection by Marriott, revives a vital meeting point of the city’s movers and shakers, as the Orangery enters its brand-new era....

20. Tehran denies Cyprus mediation claim as EU monitors Iran-Israel tensions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tehran-denies-cyprus-mediation-claim-as-eu-monitors-iran-israel-tensions

Iran has publicly rejected claims by Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides that Tehran asked Nicosia to relay messages to Israel, a denial included in a recent European External Action Service (EEAS) newsletter circulated to all 27 EU member states....

21. The Landmark Nicosia Towers: The ultimate 5-star lifestyle choice in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-landmark-nicosia-towers-the-ultimate-5-star-lifestyle-choice-in-nicosia

As the most prestigious real estate project in the modern history of Nicosia is developing in full speed, the vision of the owner MHV, a company group with a prominent role in the luxury hospitality and premium real estate scene of Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean, is becoming more and more evident....

22. The untold story behind the killing of U.S. Ambassador Rodger Davies in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-untold-story-behind-the-killing-of-u-s-ambassador-rodger-davies-in-cyprus

The tangled story behind the 1974 assassination of U.S. Ambassador Rodger Davies in Cyprus takes center stage in 'Invisible Conspiracy', the latest book by journalist and researcher Andreas Hatzikyriakos....

23. 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. ...

24. Nicosia's old GSP transformed into urban park ready for public use

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-old-gsp-transformed-into-urban-park-ready-for-public-use

The long-awaited redevelopment of the old GSP site is nearly complete and is set to be handed over to the Nicosia Municipality in March. ...

25. Larnaka: New projects, new energy, and a bright outlook for its tourism

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaka-new-projects-new-energy-and-a-bright-outlook-for-its-tourism

Larnaka is on the verge of an exciting transformation. With its beautiful coastline, rich history, and growing modern developments, the city is becoming an increasingly attractive spot for tourists....

26. A hidden Titian masterpiece comes to light in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-hidden-titian-masterpiece-comes-to-light-in-limassol

The fusion of artistic brilliance and scientific innovation took center stage at the unveiling of the exhibition “Revealing the Unseen: A Hidden Titian Masterpiece”....

27. Old GSP redevelopment nears completion, set to transform Nicosia’s historic centre

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/old-gsp-redevelopment-nears-completion-set-to-transform-nicosia-s-historic-centre

The long-anticipated redevelopment of the old GSP stadium in the heart of Nicosia is set to be handed over to the public this month, marking a major step in the revitalization of the capital’s historic centre....

28. Transformative projects to redefine the capital

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transformative-projects-to-redefine-the-capital

The heart of Cyprus is beating stronger as Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, unveiled a series of exciting projects that promise to transform the city....

29. Nicosia’s old GSP redevelopment faces delays, but progress accelerates

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-old-gsp-redevelopment-faces-delays-but-progress-accelerates

The redevelopment of the old GSP in Nicosia, originally set to finish by November 2023, has faced delays but is now moving forward, according to a report by Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....

30. Archaeologists unearth rare medieval findings at Panagia Karmiotissa

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/archaeologists-unearth-rare-medieval-findings-at-panagia-karmiotissa

Archaeologists in Cyprus have unveiled a significant array of medieval findings at the Panagia Karmiotissa site, marking a discovery of rare scale and importance, according to the Cyprus Department of Antiquities. ...

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