https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/immigrant-students-outperform-native-peers-in-new-cyprus-educational-assessment
A persistent public belief that foreign pupils drag down Cyprus's national academic standing was shattered by the latest PISA study, which reveals that children from migrant backgrounds outperform native Cypriot students across reading, mathematics, and science....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/weekend-warrior-beonix-beats-ayia-napa-nights-and-ballet-under-the-stars
The weekend has arrived, and Cyprus is offering a rather convincing argument for leaving the sofa behind. There is something for every kind of weekend warrior....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-artists-still-waiting-three-months-for-payment-after-municipal-event
Artists who worked at a cultural event organised by the Limassol Municipality have reportedly been waiting for their payment for almost three months, according to actor Yolanda Christodoulou, who has publicly called for an explanation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/what-to-eat-before-a-workout-and-what-to-leave-for-later
The right pre-workout food can help support energy and performance, while the wrong choice may leave you feeling sluggish or uncomfortable...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anna-vissi-concert-sends-cyprus-athens-flight-prices-soaring
Travel from Cyprus to Athens has become significantly more expensive ahead of Anna Vissi’s highly anticipated concert at OAKA, with flight prices reaching at least €500 for the relevant dates....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobank-sets-its-sights-on-abu-dhabi-after-mumbai-expansion
It is becoming increasingly clear that banks are looking to establish representative offices in markets beyond the countries where they already operate, aiming to expand their business and, ultimately, increase profits....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/music-by-moonlight-a-nostalgic-journey-under-the-stars-at-minthis
Under the open sky and against the backdrop of the Minthis golf course and historic 12th-century monastery, the internationally acclaimed Roma Tre Orchestra made its Cyprus debut on Sunday, 20 September 2026, with a sold-out performance at Minthis.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-jacksons-to-perform-in-cyprus-for-the-first-time
The legendary Jacksons are coming to Cyprus for the first time, bringing an unforgettable live performance to Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/s-p-upgrades-cyprus-to-a-opening-the-door-for-banks-to-follow
Standard & Poor’s (S&P) upgrade of Cyprus is a major recognition for the country, although it did not come as a surprise, given the strong performance of the Cypriot economy. The upgrade also opens the door to further rating improvements in the private sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-brings-storms-heavy-rain-and-a-much-needed-break-from-the-heat
A low-pressure system is expected to affect the area until tomorrow, bringing a rather soggy start to the day. However, the rain and storms should gradually calm down later this afternoon, just in time for everyone to pretend they had plans that didn't involve staying indoors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-is-bringing-the-rain-and-it-is-not-coming-quietly
Thursday has arrived, and the weather has apparently decided that sunshine and 30-plus temperatures have had quite enough attention for one year. A low-pressure system centred south of Crete is heading northeast and is expected to start affecting Cyprus from this afternoon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/still-reaching-for-the-ac-here-s-the-ideal-temperature-for-comfort-and-lower-bills
The calendar may say summer is over, but the weather has not entirely received the message. Parts of the day remain hot and humid, leaving many households still reaching for the air conditioner....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/five-cypriot-athletes-finish-2026-among-world-s-top-u18-performers
Five Cypriot athletes have finished 2026 ranked among the world’s top 20 performers in their events at U18 level, according to figures released by the Cyprus Amateur Athletic Association (KOEAS)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-cost-of-pension-reform
The picture surrounding pension reform continues to shift as the government and social partners discuss new scenarios and raise fresh concerns—all before the actuarial studies needed to confirm the Social Insurance Fund’s long-term stability have been completed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bad-loans-weigh-heavily-on-the-courts
Cases involving non-performing loans appear to be placing an increasing burden on Cyprus’ already strained court system, even as the net book value of all loans managed by credit-acquiring companies has fallen to €2.8 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-plans-for-you-this-week
September in Cyprus may still feel like summer, but the cultural calendar has clearly moved on. If you are ready for an evening that involves more than another coffee or the usual dinner reservation, this week brings exhibitions, dance, theatre, music and a new publication exploring the island itself, with plenty happening in both Nicosia and Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-in-2026-peak-season-recovery-narrows-the-gap
Cyprus tourism entered 2026 after a record 2025, when arrivals reached 4.53 million. Renewed instability in the Middle East then disrupted travel sentiment and reduced arrivals sharply in March and April. By July, however, the picture had improved: arrivals were only 1.1% below July 2025, following a 1.7% decline in June, compared with contractions of 30.7% in March and 27.6% in April.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/political-fireworks-and-the-reality-of-the-british-bases
Following the drone strike on RAF Akrotiri on March 2, 2026, the President of the Republic chose, through his public statements, to reopen the issue of the status of the Bases in a way that suggested he was putting their “sovereignty” on the table. When directly asked whether he wanted the Bases to leave the island, Nikos Christodoulides carefully avoided giving a clear answer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-17-000-cyprus-families-to-qualify-for-child-benefit
Another 17,000 families in Cyprus are expected to qualify for child benefit under an expansion announced by President Nikos Christodoulides, potentially bringing financial support to more than 23,000 additional children....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-passport-no-desks-no-queue-is-this-the-airport-border-of-the-future
You have survived the flight, wrestled your bag out of the overhead locker, and followed the crowd into arrivals. Then you turn a corner and see it: an immigration queue stretching halfway across the airport....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-spends-big-on-education-but-students-keep-falling-behind-europe
Cyprus is one of the European Union’s most generous education spenders. In 2024 it devoted 13.2 per cent of total public expenditure to education, the fifth-highest share in the bloc and well above the EU average of 9.7 per cent. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/coral-cyprus-shell-licensee-stands-alongside-frtucy-following-its-major-international-achievement-at-formula-student-romania-2026
Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) congratulates the University of Cyprus Formula Racing Team (FRTUCY) on its significant international success at Formula Student Romania 2026, where it secured 2nd place overall, achieving one of the most important distinctions in the team’s history. The achievement holds particular significance for Coral Cyprus, which continues its collaboration with and support for the University of Cyprus student team, actively investing in innovation and the development of young talent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-there-anywhere-ai-won-t-go-now-it-s-inside-your-mouth
Just when it seemed artificial intelligence had inserted itself into every corner of daily life, Dyson found one more place for it to go: between your teeth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-receives-more-than-10-times-its-normal-august-rainfall
Cyprus experienced an exceptionally wet August, with rainfall across the government-controlled areas reaching more than 10 times the monthly average, preliminary figures from the Department of Meteorology showed on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-economy-grows-3-3-but-is-it-reaching-your-pocket
Cyprus’ economy grew by 3.3% in the second quarter of 2026, comfortably outperforming the eurozone, but that does not necessarily mean every household is feeling richer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-international-film-festival-returns-for-21st-edition-in-nicosia
The Cyprus International Film Festival (CYIFF) will return to Nicosia from September 21 to 25 for its 21st edition, bringing filmmakers, actors, artists, photographers and audiences together for five days of screenings, exhibitions, performances and special events....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/search-continues-for-missing-75-year-old-in-kampos
Search efforts are continuing in Kampos tis Tsakistras for 75-year-old Erato Athanasiou Zizirou, known to residents as Toula, following her disappearance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/big-finale-faneromeni-26-art-festival-at-bank-of-cyprus-cultural-foundation
This year’s Festival will close on September 10 with creative director Kris Muhammed Adem’s interdisciplinary performance “LEDRA’S LAMENT”. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-advances-€95-million-electricity-grid-upgrade-to-support-renewables
Cyprus is advancing a major programme to modernise key parts of its electricity network, aiming to prepare the grid for higher shares of renewable energy, energy storage and fewer instances of renewable generation being switched off....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/back-to-school-with-lidl-plus-competition
From August 24 to September 20, Lidl Cyprus marks the new academic year by offering 15 Lenovo LOQ laptops and 15 Apple iPads Pro 11, thus supporting students in their new beginning.
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