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1. Let Zelensky put down his “scribble” too, and let’s be done with it

I wish to confess the deep emotion that still overwhelms me following the recent patriotic re-emergence of Marios Matsakis. It may have borne little resemblance to the much-celebrated “commando operations” of his illustrious past, those that earned him feverish admiration from reporters of the then-emerging private television channels and elevated him to superhero status....

2. A Nicosia mansion finds new life in the heart of the city

In the heart of Nicosia, just steps from the iconic Venetian walls, stands one of the city’s most distinctive architectural gems....

3. EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2025 Wows Crowds in Nicosia

The EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2025 was a huge success, taking place on Saturday, December 20, along Makarios Avenue – Spyridaki Square (360 Tower), offering attendees a unique Christmas experience packed with music, street food, entertainment, and giving back....

4. A festive mood with a charitable character in Nicosia

EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2025 returns this year with a strong charitable character, combining the festive atmosphere of Christmas with generosity and solidarity....

5. A wedding invitation finds its way home after 55 years

Among many documents and other historical papers that ended up in my hands, there was also a wedding invitation from 1970, for a wedding celebrated on October 4 of that year, at the church of Prophet Zacharias in Pano Dikomo, at 4 p.m....

6. Epic Street Fest Xmas Edition 2025 unveiled

Epic presents the EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2025, the most EPIC Christmas street festival of the year!...

7. Top EU figures released after arrests in corruption probe

Former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini, European Commission secretary-general Stefano Sannino, and a senior College of Europe official were released Wednesday morning, a day after their surprise arrests in a fraud investigation that has gripped Brussels....

8. Romania’s National Day brings diplomats and friends together in Nicosia

Diplomats, business leaders, and friends of Romania gathered at the Royal Hall in Nicosia Monday evening for a lively and heartfelt celebration of Romania’s National Day. ...

9. Mogherini, Sannino arrested as EU fraud investigation continues

A fresh scandal has erupted in the heart of the European Union, three years after Qatargate, landing at a politically and geopolitically delicate moment for Europe. ...

10. The Cypriot who left to create, and found Cyprus everywhere

Baris Gencel was born into division...literally. He arrived in October 1974, weeks after Cyprus was ripped apart by war, into a family marked by displacement from villages like Marata and Sandallar....

11. Christmas magic returns to Limassol after three years

After a three-year break, Limassol is getting its sparkle back. EUROBANK is bringing the city’s most magical holiday experience, Limassol Christmas Land, to life starting November 19, filling the heart of the city with lights, music, laughter, and endless festive fun....

12. Price isn’t everything

Lately, I find myself talking more and more about my dining experiences. And, fortunately for me, I’m not the only one....

13. WIP LΑΒ 25: Invisible Waters - November 19 – December 05, 2025

The WIP (Work in Progress) Arts & Technology Festival, organised by CYENS Centre of Excellence and its Thinker Maker Space, is entering a new chapter. Since its inception, WIP has become a vital platform at the intersection of art, science, and technology—attracting over 7,500 visitors during its latest edition and sparking collaborations across disciplines....

14. A small group works to restore a desecrated village cemetery

This week, volunteers from Prastio, refugees since the Turkish invasion of 1974, unearthed dozens of weathered grave crosses scattered across the eastern edge of the village burial ground....

15. When a mistake led us to a better story: ''The Divided Island'' and the power of empathy

Sometimes mistakes lead us to the best stories. In our attempt to tell you about a film screening at the historic Ledra Palace, one that explores both sides of the Cyprus story, we at KNEWS made a classic journalist’s blunder. We got the wrong film. Yep, we mixed up the titles. We journalists screwed up… shocker, right?...

16. Simon Aykut gets five years for embezzlement in a landmark case

Simon Aykut, former director and shareholder of the Afik Group, was handed a five-year prison sentence by the three-member judicial body headed by Christiana Parpotta....

17. Cyprus teens can’t tell news from social media, study finds

A new study by the Institute of Mass Media (IMME) reveals that many young people in Cyprus struggle to distinguish real news from social media content, raising concerns about the future of journalism and democratic participation....

18. EMAK Commander: ''I had nightmares after the Limassol wildfires''

This interview is part of the series “Six Shocking Firefighter Testimonies.” Through their stories, readers gain insight into the risks, emotions, and human side of firefighting....

19. Cypriot tradition came to life at Alphamega Hypermarkets

The 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival titled “Cypriot and Authentic” took place on Sunday, 28 September, at the outdoor area of Alphamega Engomi, attracting a large, enthusiastic crowd. Visitors of all ages enjoyed an authentic experience, full of flavours, music, games and images of Cypriot tradition that we all love and want to preserve....

20. Minthis Unveils New Brand Film: Lasting Memories

Minthis, the award-winning lifestyle resort nestled in the wine producing region of Paphos, proudly announces the release of its new brand film, Lasting Memories. ...

21. Alphamega Hypermarkets to host the 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival ''Cypriot and Authentic''

22. Cyprus breakfast club brings UK veterans together

On the first Saturday of every month, veterans gather at The Three Keys in Episkopi, not for drills, but for breakfast, laughs, and a chance to catch up....

23. 51 years on, and the picture’s still blurry

Fifty-one years after the coup and the invasion. Half a century has passed, and the island remains divided, its northern part still under Turkish occupation, while the landscape changes drastically....

24. We agreed to keep talking, because that’s what we do

They came, they saw, they departed. They talked, they ate, they left. In the end, everyone was satisfied, just like in the old days when both winners and losers would claim victory after elections....

25. AI and radar breathe new life Into Cyprus' search for the missing

Artificial intelligence and underground radar technology are being deployed in Cyprus to help find and identify people who went missing during some of the island’s darkest chapters, from the intercommunal violence of the 1960s to the Turkish invasion of 1974....

26. U.S. Embassy in Cyprus celebrates Independence Day with New Jersey flair

The U.S. Embassy in Cyprus kicked off Independence Day festivities early this year with a vibrant celebration on July 1 at the University of Cyprus, blending American tradition with a creative homage to the state of New Jersey....

27. Lidl Cyprus redefines freshness, investing in authenticity and locality

Lidl Cyprus presents its new summer campaign “Truly Fresh at Lidl”, an innovative approach to promoting freshness, combining cinematic aesthetics, authentic experiences and Cypriot light. ...

28. Cyprus’ archaeological nerve center shuts its doors

It’s the end of a chapter in Cyprus’ archaeological history, and for many, the loss hits close to home....

29. Make a splash! Fasouri Watermania Waterpark reopens May 9 for a summer of fun

The Fasouri Watermania Waterpark in Limassol is back for another exciting season! It opens its doors on May 9th!...

30. Six “foreigners” living in Cyprus keep their Easter traditions alive

In a country like Cyprus, long a crossroads of cultures, thousands of people from all corners of the globe have built new lives here....