https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/two-year-it-project-at-housing-finance-corporation-drags-on-for-eight-years
A long-delayed technology project at the Housing Finance Corporation (HFC) has resulted in significant additional costs and prolonged dependence on external systems, according to findings presented by the Audit Office to Parliament’s Audit Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-infringement-package-flags-cyprus-for-delays-across-food-finance-and-energy-rules
The European Commission’s January infringements package has placed Cyprus under renewed scrutiny, with the country cited in a broad range of cases for failing to fully transpose or notify European Union legislation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/catherine-o-hara-acclaimed-comic-actor-dies-at-71
Catherine O'Hara, the Canadian-born performer celebrated for her work in film and television comedies including Home Alone, Beetlejuice and Schitt’s Creek, has died at the age of 71....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-officer-jailed-for-four-days-after-allegedly-handing-phone-to-detainee
A Larnaca court on Friday ordered the four-day detention of a police officer accused of handing his personal mobile phone to a detainee, a move that has triggered a sweeping investigation into alleged corruption, abuse of power and breaches of official secrecy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transforming-healthcare-in-cyprus-new-trends-new-realities
The Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB), the most representative and genuinely independent Εmployers’ Οrganization in Cyprus and the foremost representative body of the health sector, is organizing a Health Conference entitled “Transforming Healthcare in Cyprus: New Trends, New Realities”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/13-kilos-of-tnt-go-missing-during-military-drill
Cyprus’ Defense Ministry and Police are on high alert following the disappearance of 13 kilograms (30 pounds) of TNT explosives during a military engineering exercise at the Kalo Chorio firing range....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-enters-the-ai-big-league-with-nvidia-partnership
The Cypriot government is moving ahead at full speed with its strategic partnership with U.S. tech giant NVIDIA as part of a broader effort to upgrade the country’s national infrastructure through the installation of a supercomputer scheduled to go live in June 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€30-000-fine-for-private-hospital-over-gesy-claim-delays
A private hospital working under Cyprus’ General Health System (GESY) has landed itself in hot water after repeatedly dragging its feet on paperwork, and it’s now being hit with a €30,000 fine....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/carnival-of-hearts-a-three-day-celebration-of-love-and-festivity-at-cap-st-georges-hotel-resort
Experience the ultimate blend of romance and carnival magic at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort with the Carnival of Hearts — a captivating three-day celebration designed for couples, families, and friends alike....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-talks-stuck-in-neutral-after-un-envoy-s-visit
The visit to Cyprus by UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ personal envoy, María Ángela Holguín, has ended without a key result: no date was announced for an international conference on the Cyprus issue, despite hopes it could be convened in February....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-says-it-broke-up-iran-linked-spy-ring-with-alleged-cyprus-drone-plans
Turkish authorities say they have dismantled an espionage network linked to Iran, arresting six people accused of gathering sensitive military information, with Cyprus emerging as part of the alleged operational planning....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-trikala-factory-explosion-traced-to-long-term-propane-leak
Greek fire authorities have concluded that a prolonged propane gas leak was the primary cause of the fatal explosion at the “Violanta” food production facility in the Trikala regional unit, an incident that claimed the lives of five female workers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-xeros-and-dhiarizos-valleys-could-soon-join-the-unesco-biosphere-reserve-network
Efforts are underway to advance the inclusion of the Xeros and Dhiarizos river valleys in UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves, with a series of community-focused meetings recently held in Paphos District....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/occupied-north-faces-press-crackdown-journalists-warn
Turkish Cypriot journalists rallied Monday to protest proposed changes to the ''criminal code'' and the ''information law,'' warning that the measures could threaten freedom of thought, freedom of the press, and the public’s right to information....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/europe-bets-big-on-india-after-signing-the-mother-of-all-deals
In a clear signal that Europe is reshaping its global alliances, the European Union and India have finalized a free-trade agreement after nearly 20 years of talks, aiming to reduce EU dependence on the U.S. and China and strengthen ties with Asia’s fastest-growing economy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-uk-showcases-immersive-technologies-and-educational-excellence-at-youth-tech-festival-2026
British High Commission Nicosia and British Council Cyprus are joining the 4th Youth Tech Festival on 7 February 2026 in Limassol, presenting a dynamic UK Pavilion that highlights the UK’s global leadership in technology, creativity and world class education. Held under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Sport & Youth, the Festival attracts thousands of students, parents, educators and industry stakeholders from Cyprus and abroad....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-greek-and-cypriot-police-are-coordinating-more-closely
In early December, Greek Minister for Citizen Protection Michalis Chrysochoidis visited Cyprus, accompanied by senior officers from Greece’s Organized Crime Division (DAOE). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-court-remands-25-year-old-in-motorcycle-theft-and-assault-case
A 25-year-old man has been remanded in custody for four days following his arrest in Limassol in connection with a stolen motorcycle and a series of violent incidents, including assaults and threats involving a knife....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriots-warned-of-scams-exploiting-republic-of-cyprus-citizenship-applications
Mehmet Birinci, a a prominent Turkish Cypriot politician, has issued a public warning to Turkish Cypriots, cautioning them against individuals attempting to profit from applications for Republic of Cyprus citizenship....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/4-year-old-child-dies-after-severe-influenza-a-complications
A four-year-old child has died after developing severe complications linked to Influenza A, health authorities confirmed on Monday. The child passed away at Makarios Hospital, where she had been receiving intensive medical care....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pig-causes-double-takes-as-it-wanders-onto-agios-tychonas-road-video
A lone pig was spotted strolling along a public road during active traffic hours, catching motorists completely off guard....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/phedonos- wife-denies-assault-claims-as-police-open-investigation
The wife of the Mayor of Paphos, Louiza Andreou Phedonos, has categorically denied reports circulating in recent days regarding an alleged assault against her, describing the claims as “completely false.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-explosion-and-fire-at-biscuit-factory-in-greece-three-dead-two-still-missing
A devastating explosion followed by a major fire tore through a food-processing factory in Trikala in the early hours of Monday, leaving three female employees dead, two still missing, and eight others hospitalized....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elite-60-officer-strike-force-to-report-directly-to-justice-minister
At a time when organised crime appears to be gaining momentum, particularly in Larnaca and Limassol, the Ministry of Justice and Public Order is moving ahead with the creation of a new elite special unit, a task-force style strike team that will report directly to the Minister of Justice....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-service-responds-to-18-incidents-involving-flooding-and-fallen-trees
Intense rainfall swept across Cyprus today, causing widespread disruption and prompting an elevated response from emergency services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/allegations-of-‘ghost-surgery- surface-in-patient-complaints-to-osak
From uncovered GeSY services and pharmacy data concerns to referral delays and alleged “ghost” surgeries, a wave of complaints reached the Cyprus Federation of Patient Associations in December 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/labour-policy-and-the-test-of-leadership
The new Minister of Labour, Marinos Mousiouttas, has assumed responsibility for a critical ministry and is now tasked with managing issues that cut across the full breadth of society. He must must confront entrenched guilds and trade unionists, as well as labor organizations and employers, all of whom are deeply involved in labor-related issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-enters-the-international-pilot-training-map-with-new-aviation-academy
Wizz Air has officially launched its Pilot Academy in Cyprus, opening a new pathway for aspiring pilots on the island to enter the aviation industry. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/international-protection-revoked-for-palestinians-after-larnaca-violence
The Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection has withdrawn international protection from a group of Palestinian nationals linked to violent incidents that took place in Larnaca on 17 January, according to information from official sources....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rare-bats-spotted-in-troodos-a-win-for-cyprus-wildlife-images
A recent winter survey by the Forestry Department at Troodos National Forest Park spotted a large group of a rare bat species, Rhinolophus euryale, a bat rarely seen in Cyprus. Experts say this is a very positive sign that the species is surviving on the island....
