https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/carnivals-are-a-celebration-of-life-even-during-tough-times
"You're only good for carnivals"—a common refrain heard every year during the Limassol Carnival, often spoken with a moralizing, didactic tone by those who disdain the mass, rambunctious, and carefree celebration....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-i-motokinisi-ltd-supporting-volunteerism-strengthening-cooperation-with-supportcy
A.I. Motokinisi Ltd, the official representative of Porsche cars in Cyprus, announced during an event held at its showroom space in Nicosia that it will further strengthen its collaboration with SupportCY, an initiative of the Bank of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-global-vc-investment-rises-to-$368b-as-investor-interest-in-ai-soars
Global VC investment rose from $349.4 billion across 43,320 deals in 2023 to $368.3 billion across 35,684 deals in 2024 despite a multitude of challenges, including global conflicts and geopolitical tensions, uncertainties associated with a significant number of major elections—...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-road-to-prosperity
Browsing social media I have recently come across a map showing all the countries with GDP per capita higher than Poland’s back in 1990 and in 2018....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/investigations-continue-into-tragic-fire-that-killed-family
Authorities in Limassol are continuing their investigation into the devastating house fire that claimed the lives of a **family of five** last Saturday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/30-year-old-arrested-in-paphos-arson-attack-that-left-family-injured
A 30-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning in connection with a violent arson attack that took place last week in Paphos, injuring several members of a family....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/learner-driver-caught-speeding-at-185km-h
An 18-year-old learner driver was caught speeding at 185 kilometers per hour on the Nicosia-Larnaca highway....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/arrest-of-58-individuals-residing-illegally-in-cyprus
Yesterday, the Police conducted a large-scale operation aimed at identifying third-country nationals residing illegally in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-scores-above-eu-average-in-life-satisfaction-survey
A recent Eurostat survey has revealed that life satisfaction in the European Union (EU) averaged 7.3 out of 10 in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/73-year-old-woman-and-daughter-lead-family-run-sex-trafficking-ring-in-athens
In a dramatic operation earlier this week, Greek police, in collaboration with NGOs OUR RESCUE and A21, dismantled a large sex trafficking ring allegedly run by a 73-year-old woman, known only as ''Marina,''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-goes-ahead-with-new-additional-financial-benefits-of-€450-000
Lidl Cyprus is rewarding the collective effort and contribution of its team by providing additional financial benefits totaling €450,000 to boost its income. At the same time, as from March 1, 2025, it’s establishing the minimum wage for its employees at €1,220 gross....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-fire-tragedy-victims-identified-as-authorities-probe-cause
Authorities have released the names of the five family members who perished in a devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning, as investigations continue into what sparked the deadly blaze....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-house-fire-in-limassol-claims-lives-of-five-family-members
A devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning resulted in the deaths of a family of five, including three young children....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/maga-make-averof-great-again
Never before has the slogan of DISY ''seismos seismos, Synagermos'' (or roughly translated: ''earthquake, earthquake, DISY'' been more fitting than in the days we're living through now (It does sound better in Greek though don't you agree?). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-€122m-boost-for-famagusta-30-new-projects-announced
In a bold move to boost the development of the Famagusta district, President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, announced 30 new projects with a total budget of €122 million ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-environmental-dept-backs-latchi-development-despite-irregularities
A controversial tourist development in Latchi, Paphos, is facing increasing scrutiny as both the Paphos Provincial Municipality and the Environment Department become involved in a growing legal and environmental dispute. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bizarre-paramilitary-group-in-cyprus-under-investigation
A strange and alarming case has emerged in Cyprus, where authorities are investigating a shadowy group that claims to operate under its own legal and military codes, disregarding the authority of the state....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-to-visit-us-in-april-to-boost-cyprus-investments
President Nicos Christodoulides’ upcoming official visit to the United States in April is focused on strengthening Cyprus’ ties with the US and attracting investments, part of a broader government strategy. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/women-in-cyprus-inch-toward-equality-in-science
The number of women working in science across the European Union has been on the rise....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-fight-for-dignity-new-proposal-seeks-to-end-hate-speech-against-the-elderly-and-disabled
Cyprus Parliament is considering a proposal to criminalize hate speech and incitement to violence against individuals based on age or disability....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/multiple-pensions-on-their-last-leg
With public statements from both Parliament and the Presidential Palace setting high expectations from the outset, the issue of multiple pensions for state officials is now reaching its decisive phase....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-apartment-fire-contained
A fire that broke out on Sunday night in an apartment in a block of flats on Agapinoros Avenue in Paphos was extinguished before it spread....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/takata-airbag-crisis-and-cyprus-s-failure-to-act
The case with the problematic car airbags and the authorities rushing in to try to withdraw vehicles with defective Takata airbags from circulation reveals the enormous responsibilities of those who handled the issue politically and technocratically over the last thirteen years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/who-is-the-face-behind-the-new-superhome-center
The king of cement, Filaretos Kaltsidis, is behind the sale of Superhome DIY....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-sanctions-icc-in-defense-of-netanyahu
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), blasting its actions as ''illegal and unjustifiable'' after it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/rate-hikes-got-you-down-bank-of-cyprus-has-€2-million-with-strings-attached
Bank of Cyprus, perhaps feeling a twinge of sympathy for mortgage holders grappling with those pesky European Central Bank interest rate hikes, has unveiled a €2 million rewards program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eurobank-moves-for-full-control-of-hellenic-bank-in-major-takeover-push
February is shaping up to be a pivotal month for Hellenic Bank, as key financial moves unfold, including a full takeover bid by major shareholder Eurobank, the completion of key acquisitions, and a voluntary exit plan for employees....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-warns-of-strong-response-to-possible-us-tariffs
The European Union has expressed deep concern over potential US trade measures, cautioning that any tariffs imposed on European goods would trigger a firm response....
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”....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-at-a-crossroads-act-now-or-fade-into-irrelevance
Cyprus MP Michalis Sophocleous has laid out a stark and urgent vision for the European Union’s future. His recent statement on X is not just a policy wishlist—it’s a call for Europe to wake up before it becomes a relic of the past....
