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1. Welcome to Larnaca International, please queue responsibly

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/welcome-to-larnaca-international-please-queue-responsibly

If your summer holiday didn’t quite deliver the thrill of an adventure, Larnaca Airport on Friday, July 11, made sure your return trip did....

2. Six freed on bail, one remains jailed in convicted felon-socialite case

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/six-freed-on-bail-one-remains-jailed-in-convicted-felon-socialite-case

The curtain is lifting on what prosecutors allege is a carefully orchestrated criminal ring, with trial proceedings for seven accused individuals set to begin at 9:00 a.m. on October 3, 2025....

3. Cyprus Schengen entry in 2026? Don’t bet on it, says CIReN

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-schengen-entry-in-2026-don-t-bet-on-it-says-ciren

President Nikos Christodoulides may have boldly promised that Cyprus will join the Schengen Area in 2026, but the facts on the ground paint a different and far more complicated picture....

4. Ex-speaker says President OK’d his role in golden passport scheme

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-ex-speaker-says-president-ok-d-his-role-in-golden-passport-scheme

In the ongoing saga of the golden passport scandal that rocked Cyprus’ reputation, a surprise document presented in court on Thursday added fresh intrigue to the high-profile criminal trial of former House Speaker Dimitris Syllouris....

5. Qantas hit by major cyberattack, 6 million customers potentially exposed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/qantas-hit-by-major-cyberattack-6-million-customers-potentially-exposed

Qantas Airways is investigating a serious cyberattack after hackers breached a third-party call center system and may have accessed personal information belonging to up to six million customers, the airline announced Wednesday....

6. Cyprus terror suspect may be part of regional spy ring, say authorities

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-terror-suspect-may-be-part-of-regional-spy-ring-say-authorities

The investigation into the Azerbaijani national arrested in Limassol last week on terrorism and espionage charges has taken a new turn, as authorities in both Cyprus and Greece explore possible links between his case and the arrest of another Azerbaijani man in Crete....

7. Cyprus sets flight path to the future with major airport expansion

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sets-flight-path-to-the-future-with-major-airport-expansion

Cyprus officially kicked off the long-awaited Phase II expansion of its two main airports this week, setting the stage for a major upgrade to how people travel in and out of the island....

8. Phedon Phedonos sounds the alarm: Drugs in schools, fake degrees on the rise

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/phedon-phedonos-sounds-the-alarm-drugs-in-schools-fake-degrees-on-the-rise

In a fiery new round of revelations, Paphos Mayor Phaidonas Faidonos has raised the alarm over what he says is rampant drug trafficking in Cyprus’ schools and an emerging academic scandal he calls the new ''Golden Degrees.''...

9. Six new Gov.cy services now just a click away

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/six-new-gov-cy-services-now-just-a-click-away

Cyprus is taking another step toward a more digital future, with six new government services now available online through the Gov.cy portal....

10. Over €1.1 million in donations to Cyprus political parties tied to golden passport scheme

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-€1-1-million-in-donations-to-cyprus-political-parties-tied-to-golden-passport-scheme

More than €1.1 million in donations were funneled to political parties in Cyprus between 2016 and 2021 from individuals and companies linked to the controversial Cyprus Investment Program, commonly known as the “Golden Passport” scheme....

11. New evidence in Cyprus Papers passport scandal shows photos and faxes pointing to political interference

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-evidence-in-cyprus-papers-passport-scandal-shows-photos-and-faxes-pointing-to-political-interference

Testimony continued Tuesday in the high-profile case sparked by Al Jazeera’s 2020 Cyprus Papers investigation, with a police sergeant detailing evidence suggesting political interference and irregularities in the naturalization of foreign investors....

12. German teen backpackers deported from Hawaii over hotel mix-up

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/german-teen-backpackers-deported-from-hawaii-over-hotel-mix-up

What was meant to be a sun-soaked five-week stopover in Hawaii turned into a harrowing ordeal for two German teenagers, who were arrested, detained, and ultimately deported—because they didn’t have a hotel booking....

13. Larnaca Airport chaos as Easter travel meets classic Cyprus ''preparation''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/larnaca-airport-chaos-as-easter-travel-meets-classic-cyprus-preparation

Ah, Easter in Cyprus. A time for candlelight, family meals, and—if you’re flying through Larnaca Airport—plenty of waiting around, confusion, and gritted teeth....

14. Goodbye boarding passes? Air travel set for high-tech transformation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/goodbye-boarding-passes-air-travel-set-for-high-tech-transformation

The days of fumbling through your bag for a boarding pass or waiting in long check-in lines at the airport may soon be over....

15. 12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/12-000-citizenship-applications-stuck-in-limbo-amid-processing-delays

A backlog of 12,000 citizenship applications has raised serious concerns about the efficiency of Cyprus’ immigration and residence permit processing system....

16. €170 Million expansion kicks off at Larnaca and Paphos airports

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/€170-million-expansion-kicks-off-at-larnaca-and-paphos-airports

After years of planning and preparation, the expansion of Larnaka and Pafos Airports is officially underway. ...

17. Cyprus set to join US Visa Waiver Program before Easter

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-set-to-join-us-visa-waiver-program-before-easter

Cypriot citizens are one step closer to the dream of hassle-free travel to the United States. The final approvals are just around the corner, as Cyprus awaits inclusion in the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP), and the wait may be over sooner than expected....

18. Investigation deepens into Moldovan woman's death

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....

19. Hotels cannot retain guest ID copies, Commissioner warns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hotels-cannot-retain-guest-id-copies-commissioner-warns

20. New evidence and key testimony in 'Golden Passports' case

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-evidence-and-key-testimony-in-golden-passports-case

The trial linked to Cyprus' controversial naturalization scheme took a turn on Monday as new photographic and video evidence was introduced in court, while a police sergeant confirmed that an earlier investigation into leaked documents had been closed....

21. Cyprus’ housing is in crisis as foreign buyers take over the market

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-housing-is-in-crisis-as-foreign-buyers-take-over-the-market

As housing becomes an increasingly pressing issue for the majority of Cypriots, Parliament is opening up a debate on the surge in real estate purchases by third-country nationals....

22. Golden passport scandal: Trial postponed for ex-Minister and associates

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/golden-passport-scandal-trial-postponed-for-ex-minister-and-associates

The high-profile case involving naturalizations under the Cyprus Investment Program has been postponed, with proceedings now set to resume on March 18, 2025....

23. 2024 EU shake-up includes higher Schengen visa fees, stricter border checks, and key new citizenship rules

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-eu-shake-up-includes-higher-schengen-visa-fees-stricter-border-checks-and-key-new-citizenship-rules

In 2024, the European Union implemented several significant changes impacting the Schengen Area and EU citizenship rules....

24. Asma al-Assad denied UK return for cancer treatment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/asma-al-assad-denied-uk-return-for-cancer-treatment

Asma al-Assad, the wife of fallen Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, is facing a difficult reality in her battle with cancer. ...

25. Cyprus' biggest corruption cases head towards a verdict in 2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-biggest-corruption-cases-head-towards-a-verdict-in-2025

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with several high-profile investigations nearing their conclusions....

26. DSquared² in Limassol: Yes, Cyprus is that cool!

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/dsquared²-in-limassol-yes-cyprus-is-that-cool

You know how some people just refuse to believe that Cyprus is on the radar of the rich and fabulous? Like, ''Oh sure, everyone goes to Ibiza or Mykonos, but Cyprus? Really?''...

27. 180° turnaround

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/180°-turnaround

We hired communication consultants to rebuild our name and reputation....

28. Approximately 12 investigations underway by the Independent Authority Against Corruption

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/approximately-12-investigations-underway-by-the-independent-authority-against-corruption

Transparency Commissioner Harris Pogiatzis revealed that around 12 investigations by the Independent Authority Against Corruption are currently in progress, with results expected to be announced soon....

29. A Paralimni Christmas reunion: Presidents, politics, and passports

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-paralimni-christmas-reunion-presidents-politics-and-passports

The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. In the festive spirit of Christmas—those days of love when we sing ''Hosanna in the Highest,'' ''The Little Drummer Boy,'' and ''Silent Night''—...

30. Cyprus faces Schengen conundrum amid unresolved division

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-schengen-conundrum-amid-unresolved-division

Cyprus remains caught in a political and logistical bind as Bulgaria and Romania prepare to join the Schengen free-movement area on January 1, 2025, according to a report by Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis....

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