https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-explosion-at-trump-las-vegas-hotel-linked-to-new-orleans-attack
While the U.S. was celebrating the start of 2025, tragedy struck in Las Vegas when a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump Las Vegas hotel. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-army-veteran-carries-out-deadly-new-year-s-attack-in-new-orleans
What started as a night of joy and celebration in New Orleans turned into a scene of heartbreak and devastation in the early hours of January 1....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-calls-for-new-framework-for-cyprus-talks-in-new-year-message
In his New Year message, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar focused on the ongoing Cyprus problem and the economic challenges facing the Turkish Cypriot community. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/ikea-furniture-is-now-worth-a-small-fortune-–-here-s-why
We all know IKEA for its affordable, no-frills furniture: $1 storage bins, $10 desks, you name it. But what if I told you that some of their vintage pieces are now selling for way more than you’d ever imagine?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/in-a-remarkable-ruling-court-upholds-$5m-verdict-against-trump
In a landmark decision, a federal appeals court upheld a jury’s ruling that former President Donald Trump sexually abused E. Jean Carroll, a magazine columnist, in a department store dressing room in the mid-1990s....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/volunteers-wanted-for-fiba-eurobasket-2025-in-cyprus
Do you love basketball? Enjoy being part of something big? Then here’s your chance to jump into the action. Cyprus is gearing up to host the FIBA EuroBasket 2025, and they’re on the lookout for volunteers to help make it a slam dunk of an event....
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. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prometheas-anchored-in-malaysia-for-inspections
The LNG tanker ETYFA-Prometheas is currently stationed in the Malacca Strait, Malaysia, undergoing technical inspections, according to Energy Minister George Papanastasiou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-u-s-team-up-in-€14-7m-plan-to-upgrade-air-and-naval-bases
Cyprus is gearing up for significant upgrades to its key military bases, with U.S. specialists set to visit in January to provide recommendations for the enhancement of the Andreas Papandreou air base in Paphos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-to-celebrate-new-year-s-eve-with-silent-fireworks-for-the-first-time
Athens is introducing a fresh, thoughtful twist to its New Year’s Eve festivities this year with the debut of silent fireworks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/troodos-blanketed-in-snow-offers-a-magical-escape-for-the-holidays
The magic of Christmas has lingered in the Troodos Mountains, where snowfall that began on Christmas Day has continued to blanket the region in white. As of Sunday, the snow has reached a depth of 15 centimeters, drawing locals and visitors to marvel at the breathtaking winter scenery....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jimmy-carter-champion-of-peace-and-humanity-dies-at-100
Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and a tireless advocate for human rights, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at his home in Plains, Georgia. He was 100....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/devastating-plane-crash-in-south-korea-claims-167-lives
In a devastating aviation accident, a Jeju Air passenger plane burst into flames Sunday after skidding off the runway at Muan Airport in South Korea. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-calls-for-cyprus-reunification-in-christmas-message
Pope Francis' recent Christmas message, which included a call for a solution to the longstanding Cyprus issue, has once again highlighted international attention on the divided island and emphasized the need for renewed peace talks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exxonmobil-to-begin-drilling-in-cyprus-eez-in-january-2025
ExxonMobil’s drilling rig is set to begin operations in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in mid-January 2025, according to Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. The rig will target the "Electra" site in Block 5, with the drilling process expected to last approximately one month....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/maha-kumbh-mela-2025-a-divine-confluence-of-faith-and-modernity
The Maha Kumbh Mela is not merely an event; it is a spiritual phenomenon deeply rooted in India's religious and cultural consciousness....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/school-registrations-just-got-a-whole-lot-easier-in-cyprus
As a parent in Cyprus, I can tell you that dealing with school registrations has always felt like a necessary headache....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pizza-dispute-turns-violent-in-paphos
What began as a disagreement over cold pizza escalated into an alleged assault and property damage in Paphos on Thursday, December 26....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/winter-weather-woes-as-elena-keeps-the-region-on-its-toes
The extended barometric system affectionately (or not) named ELENA is still calling the shots, bringing another round of quirky winter weather. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eurozone-growth-hopes-dim-as-2025-looms
Just days before the start of 2025, analysts have trimmed expectations for the Eurozone's economic growth. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/troodos-gets-its-white-christmas-thanks-to-elena
It looks like the holiday classic "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" got a real-life rendition in Troodos this year, as the mountain region woke up to a snowy wonderland late on Christmas Day. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-steps-up-to-protect-religious-minorities-in-the-middle-east
In a region undergoing profound structural changes and historic power realignments, the Republic of Cyprus is not just observing the shifting dynamics, but actively seeking a role for itself in shaping the future....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/detainee-escapes-as-officer-claims-guard-duty-wasn-t-in-his-contract
The Cyprus Police Association (CPA) issued a statement addressing the recent escape of a detainee under police guard, firmly defending the Contracted Special Police Officer (CPS) involved. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-plan-to-reclaim-the-panama-canal-raises-eyebrows
President-elect Donald Trump laid out a dramatic vision for his return to the White House during a speech in Phoenix, Arizona, mixing familiar promises with controversial new proposals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-is-moving-forward-with-its-digital-assistant-steering-clear-of-cypriot-work-habits
The Digital Assistant is here! It's the first application of Productive Artificial Intelligence in the Cypriot public sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/daring-escape-in-larnaca-as-swedish-fugitive-breaks-free-from-clinic
Authorities are actively searching for a 49-year-old Swedish man who escaped from a private clinic in Larnaca, where he had been under custody. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-deputy-minister-for-european-affairs-outlines-vision-for-2026-eu-presidency
In an exclusive interview by Kathimerini's George Kakouris, Deputy Minister of State for European Affairs Marilena Raouna described the upcoming Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU in 2026 as both a significant challenge and an unparalleled opportunity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-greece-market-overview-2023-2024-and-projections-for-2025-and-beyond
The market underwent significant changes from mid-2023 onwards due to several global and regional factors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/finland-s-schools-lead-the-charge-against-fake-news-starting-young
In Finland, teaching children how to spot fake news begins as early as preschool, and by the time students reach middle school, they’re adept at analyzing media with a critical eye. ...
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....
