https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/covid-19-lab-leak-highly-likely
Germany’s intelligence agency estimates there is an 80-90% probability that the coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese laboratory....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-structures-found-in-akamas-action-urged
The beautiful and ecologically rich Akamas Peninsula is facing new environmental concerns, as two illegal refreshment facilities have been spotted within its protected Natura 2000 areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mysterious-sky-object-over-nicosia-likely-a-plane-s-contrail
A strange object that appeared in the sky over Nicosia yesterday has sparked curiosity, but experts have quickly identified it as most likely being a condensation trail, or contrail, from an airplane....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-corruption-scandal-in-the-european-parliament
The Federal Police of Brussels conducted 21 searches across Belgium on Thursday morning amid suspicions of corruption within the European Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/consulco-welcomes-christoforos-kittenis-as-director-at-london-credit
Consulco is proud to announce the addition of Christoforos Kittenis to the team as Director at London Credit, the UK-based lender of the Consulco Group....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/brain-gain-as-cypriots-return-to-growing-opportunities
The door has opened. There’s a flow of talent heading to Cyprus, driven by the country’s growing need for skilled workers, especially in technology and ICT. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/investigation-deepens-into-moldovan-woman-s-death
Humanitarian organizations are urging an immediate and thorough investigation into the death of 24-year-old Anastasia Melega, a Moldovan woman whose body was discovered in a nightclub bathroom in the Turkish-occupied part of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/doctors-to-stop-serving-at-limassol-general-hospital-s-outpatient-clinics-starting-wednesday
The Pancyprian Union of Government Doctors (PASYKI) is taking action over what it describes as "unacceptable working conditions" caused by ongoing construction at Limassol General Hospital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/41-femicide-cases-in-cyprus-over-10-years
Violence against women remains a critical issue that demands immediate and collective action, according to the University of Limassol (UoL) and the Association for the Prevention and Handling of Violence in the Family (SPAVO). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dry-days-ahead-as-cyprus-faces-rainless-stretch
The eastern Mediterranean, including Cyprus, is in for an exceptionally dry period from March 10 to March 21, with rainfall expected to be much lower than usual, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/retired-but-still-on-payroll-as-doctor-gets-paid-for-10-months-after-retiring
A retired public sector doctor continued receiving salary and benefits for nearly a year after leaving his post, collecting a total of €65,000 in state funds while working for a private clinic, a parliamentary committee revealed Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-good-the-bad-and-the-in-between-cyprus-talks-in-geneva
Preparatory efforts for the informal Cyprus conference, scheduled for March 17-18 in Geneva, Switzerland, reached a peak this past week, with both organizational work from the United Nations and diplomatic efforts from the parties involved....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/work-has-started-on-the-upgrade-and-expansion-of-the-a-e-department-at-nicosia-general-hospital
Work to upgrade and expand the Accident & Emergency Department at Nicosia General Hospital will begin on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-hypocritical-peddlers-of-patriotism
Last week, a new conspiracy was uncovered by the eternally ''nationally concerned'' individuals. The far-right party, ELAM, called for the resignation of the Minister of Education after reports and leaks suggested that a non-governmental organization ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/calls-for-resignation-of-shso-board-amid-growing-healthcare-concerns
The resignation of the Board of Directors of the Cyprus Health Services Organization was demanded today during a Parliamentary Health Committee meeting discussing the 2025 budgets for SHSO and the Health Insurance Organization....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/too-much-sun-too-much-wind-too-little-strategy
If there's too much sun, we face energy problems because the solar panels collect more energy than we can store. If it's too cold, we face problems because the system can't handle the increased demand for heating....
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/cans-for-kids-donates-over-€14-500-in-medical-equipment-to-limassol-hospital
In an act of support for local healthcare, Cans For Kids has donated a state-of-the-art medical device to the neonatal department at Limassol Hospital. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-rolls-out-the-red-carpet-for-civil-servants
A decade after the financial crisis that forced Cyprus to slash public sector benefits under the terms of its bailout agreement, the government is now gradually rolling back austerity measures — handing back perks to civil servants in a move seen as both politically strategic and potentially risky....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-protest-bill-sparks-backlash-over-stricter-regulations-and-harsh-penalties
The way protests and rallies are conducted in Cyprus is set to change drastically under the proposed Public Assemblies and Parades Law of 2025, which was submitted on Monday to the House Legal Affairs Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/marios-georgiou-crowned-europe-s-best-male-gymnast-of-2024
Marios Georgiou has once again made Cyprus proud, winning the Male Gymnast of the Year title in a vote organized by European Gymnastics. The Cypriot gymnastics star secured an impressive 26,260 votes (50.6%), topping the poll after six days of voting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-loss-of-life-in-gaza-amid-freezing-conditions
In a devastating consequence of a severe cold snap in Gaza, six Palestinian infants have died from hypothermia, medical officials report....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/supreme-court-delays-ruling-on-citizenship-case-for-children-of-mixed-marriages
The Supreme Constitutional Court has postponed its decision on a high-profile citizenship case challenging the government’s policy on children born from mixed marriages....
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/the-top-ideas-from-the-educational-environmental-program-mind-reset-2024-2025-were-honored
The 4rth mind REset environmental educational programme concluded in an inspiring, dynamic and innovative awards ceremony on Wednesday, February 19 at the Royal Hall in Nicosia....
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/turkish-cypriot-teachers-protest-delayed-salaries-and-discrimination
Turkish Cypriot teachers in the government-controlled area of Cyprus are voicing their frustration over delayed salaries, diminished social rights, and lack of support from their unions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-cyprus-cabinet-s-romantic-february-14-meeting
On Friday, February 14th, President of Cyprus called for an emergency Cabinet meeting. Naturally, many assumed it was to discuss Valentine’s Day – flowers, chocolates, etc. – ...
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/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....