https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-says-there-will-be-hell-to-pay-if-hamas-does-not-yield
In a recent post shared via the official Facebook accounts of President Donald J. Trump and The White House, the president issued a stark message to the militant group Hamas....
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/death-of-thanasis-nikolaou-–-stavrianos-appeal-rejected
The Supreme Court Plenary has rejected the appeal of forensic pathologist Panikos Stavrianos in the case of Thanasis Nikolaou’s death....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/this-is-cyprus
I wonder in which country, after years of discussions and consultations, legislation on violence in sports venues is drafted, approved, and then—right from the very first moment of its implementation—found to have gaps and weaknesses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aid-meant-for-gaza-civilians-diverted-to-hamas-according-to-leaked-recordings
In a startling turn of events, newly released recordings from early 2024 reveal that humanitarian aid entering Gaza—intended to help civilians—was instead diverted to Hamas leaders. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ey-the-biggest-risks-facing-cyprus-and-governments-worldwide
As we move further into 2025, governments around the world, including Cyprus, are facing a range of challenges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-judge-banned-for-score-fixing-to-secure-cyprus-an-olympic-spot
A top Cypriot rhythmic gymnastics judge has been banned for four years after an investigation found she manipulated scores to help a fellow Cypriot qualify for the Paris Olympics....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-garbage-tax-could-mean-higher-costs-for-citizens
Cypriot citizens may soon face higher waste disposal costs as a new bill proposes an additional municipal waste landfill tax, adding financial pressure on households already grappling with rising living expenses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€8-million-and-counting-as-crete-cyprus-interconnector-delays-pile-up
The long-awaited electricity interconnection between Crete and Cyprus is facing mounting financial pressure, with delays already adding at least €8 million in extra costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/nasdaq-listed-freedom-24-is-making-its-mark-in-cyprus-and-beyond
When Timur Turlov, the CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., set his sights on Cyprus, he saw more than just a financial hub—he saw opportunity. In a market where fintech companies are staking their claims, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/partly-cloudy-with-a-side-of-maybe
Good morning, sun chasers and cloud watchers! Today, Mother Nature is serving up a mostly clear sky with just a sprinkle of breeze—nothing too dramatic, just a polite 3 to 4 Beaufort from the northeast to southeast....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/schools-in-dromolaxia-meneou-face-closure
Twelve schools in the Dromolaxia-Meneou municipality in are at risk of closure on Monday due to a strike by school staff over unpaid wages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-pushes-for-federal-workforce-cuts—a-move-cyprus-could-learn-from
President Donald Trump is making big changes in the U.S. government, offering federal employees a deal to leave their jobs if they don’t want to return to the office. T...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/doctor-allegedly-demands-money-for-faster-appointments
There’s been a new storm brewing in Cyprus' public health system after two complaints were filed against doctors allegedly asking for bribes to expedite patient appointments and surgeries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/highway-havoc-the-price-of-necessary-roadworks
Saturday morning's traffic nightmare on the Nicosia-Limassol motorway near the new bridge can only be described as pure chaos: shouting, honking, and seemingly endless hours of idling. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/limassol-soars-bananas-bend-and-ambulances-demand-more-car-crashes
The mayor of Limassol has expressed concerns over the ''Pay As You Throw'' program. Oh, for heaven’s sake. Personally, I believe Limassolians should pay double what everyone else pays—and without complaints. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rik-welfare-fund-scandal-taxpayers-on-the-hook-for-mismanaged-millions
A potential case of misappropriation of public funds has emerged involving the Cyprus Radio Broadcasting Corporation's (RIK) Welfare Fund, according to findings from the Parliamentary Control Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chaos-over-fine-notifications-website-operation-is-illegal
A barrage of criticism from MPs has been directed at the Police for "threatening citizens" with court referrals if they fail to pay fines from the photo-enforcement system by the end of March....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pay-as-you-throw-roadmap-agreed-despite-20-obstacles
A roadmap for implementing the "Pay as You Throw" system by municipalities and communities was agreed upon on Thursday during a meeting hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/holier-than-thou-but-stuck-in-the-middle-ages
"I want to lead a saintly life, but the devil won’t let me," was a saying my late grandmother often repeated. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/british-airways-sues-for-$1-2-million-over-missing-gold-jewelry
British Airways is taking legal action against a ground-handling company over the disappearance of nearly 20 pounds of gold jewelry worth millions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-week-s-wildest-stories-from-bird-droppings-to-book-launches
One of the most absurd stories of the week was how the infamous car with the unfortunate Pakistani man had bird droppings that the Police mistook for bullet holes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nurses-took-on-second-jobs-and-covered-for-eachother
During Thursday's meeting of the Parliamentary Audit Committee, a finding that troubled attendees arose during discussions about the Audit Office's report on the central administration of the State Health Services Organization (SHSO)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/important-changes-coming-to-ghs-medicine-prices
The Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) has announced adjustments to the cost of medications provided through the General Healthcare System (GHS), with changes set to take effect on February 3....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/top-cyprus-football-clubs-face-big-tax-bills-risking-legal-trouble
Football clubs in Cyprus are facing mounting pressure from the Tax Department to settle their overdue debts. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/echr-tells-cyprus-pay-up-for-buffer-zone-property-used-by-un
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ordered Cyprus to compensate a British national for the use of her house in the buffer zone by UN peacekeeping forces without paying rent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-navy-s-new-frigates-a-tribute-to-heroes-from-ancient-history
The Greek Navy’s ambitious construction program for its 3+1 state-of-the-art Belharra frigates is well underway in Lorient, France. These advanced naval assets are set to significantly enhance the Greek Navy's operational capabilities, extending its reach far beyond the Aegean Sea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/offside-with-the-taxman-as-football-execs-face-€35-5m-penalty-shootout
The technocrats of the Tax Department are continuing the process of finalizing indictments against football clubs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/grave-mistake-in-larnaca-village-as-wrong-coffin-delivered-to-funeral
In what can only be described as a scene from a dark comedy, a funeral in the quiet village of Kellia, Larnaca District, took an unexpected and macabre turn when the wrong coffin was delivered to the service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-launches-cabin-crew-recruitment-days-in-larnaca
Wizz Air, EMEA's most environmentally sustainable airline , is thrilled to invite aspiring professionals in Cyprus to take part in its Cabin Crew Open Day Recruitment events in Larnaca this January. ...
