https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/so-now-the-mafia-s-after-delivery-drivers-seriously
Apparently, organized crime has moved on from drug trafficking and racketeering to... stealing delivery drivers’ tips. No, this theory didn’t come from some overzealous Inspector Gadget, it came straight from the Justice Minister himself. Yes, really....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/summer-sneak-peek-promises-sunshine-and-soaring-temps
If you’ve been dreaming of summer, your wish is coming true! A gentle high-pressure system is gracing the area, bringing in a wave of warmth that’s set to wrap the island in golden sunshine starting tomorrow....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wait-it-s-friday-the-weather-s-just-as-confused-as-we-are
Good Sunday, everyone...wait, no… Monday? Actually, it’s Friday. If you're still disoriented from Thursday’s midweek holiday and feeling like you’ve time-travelled into next week, rest assured: Cyprus is right there with you. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-sun-worship-to-rain-dance-we-are-not-amused
OK, people of Cyprus (or should I say, my dear children of Aphrodite, proud descendants of the ancient Cypriot sun-worshippers and halloumi connoisseurs), I have some good news and some bad news....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunters-roast-meat-not-just-game-on-nicosia-limassol-highway-in-protest
Drivers on Sunday, expecting a smooth ride home after the Limassol Marathon, instead found themselves stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic on the Nicosia-Limassol highway....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/three-day-event-with-visits-tours-and-activities-by-the-department-of-forests
The Department of Forests is organizing a three-day event with activities, tours, and visits from March 21-23, 2025, in celebration of the International Day of Forests, which is observed on March 21....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/post-carnival-blues-with-dusty-skies-and-feisty-winds
After a whirlwind weekend of Carnival celebrations in Limassol — the island’s biggest and liveliest party — and Green Monday picnics yesterday, let's face it — we're all a little tired today. Whether you're still shaking off the glitter or gearing up for Lent with a fast, the weather seems to be in the same post-party mood — a little unsettled, with a touch of dust in the air....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-monday-a-breath-of-fresh-air-to-welcome-lent
Today, Cyprus is buzzing with life as families and friends head outdoors to celebrate Green Monday, or Kathará Deftéra – a beloved tradition that marks the start of Lent in the Orthodox calendar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/carnival-vibes-in-the-air-but-will-the-weather-join-the-party
It's Friday, it's the Carnival weekend, and we're heading into a three-day holiday break with Green Monday coming up — so let's see if the weather is playing along!...
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/cyprus-cocktail-week-is-coming
The organizing team behind the Cyprus Cocktail Festival is excited to announce the debut of Cyprus Cocktail Week, which will run from October 2nd to October 8th....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-risk-escalates-as-winds-reach-up-to-6-beaufort
The Forestry Department of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment has issued a warning about the heightened risk of forest fires due to very strong winds expected from Friday through Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/today-is-dekapentavgoustos-a-day-of-faith-family-and-tradition
In Cyprus, August 15th, known as ''Dekapentavgoustos'', is one of the most significant holidays in the Greek Orthodox calendar, marking the Dormition (or Assumption as Catholics call it) of the Virgin Mary and her ascension to heaven....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strict-penalties-for-illegal-fires-as-public-urged-to-exercise-caution
The Forestry Department has issued a ''Red Alert'' for Tuesday as regards the risk of eruption and spread of forest fires, on Tuesday, according to the Department of Forests....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-re-having-a-heatwave-a-tropical-heatwave
The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow warning for extreme temperatures today. The warning is in effect from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with maximum temperatures expected to reach a scorching 42 degrees Celsius inland and around 32 degrees Celsius in the higher mountain areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-continues-to-sweat-under-the-scorching-heat
Cyprus' Meteorology Department issued new warnings on Thursday for extreme maximum temperature, as the heatwave in the Mediterranean island continues...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-braces-for-extreme-heat-and-high-fire-risk-tomorrow
The Cyprus Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for extreme high temperatures on Tuesday, with inland temperatures expected to soar to around 42 degrees Celsius (108 degrees Fahrenheit). The warning is in effect from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forest-fires-ravage-cyprus-authorities-issue-red-alert
A series of wildfires have engulfed parts of Cyprus, prompting urgent response efforts from firefighting teams....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heat-wave-hits-cyprus-red-alert-for-forest-fires
Cyprus is bracing for its first heat wave of the summer today, with temperatures expected to soar to 40 degrees Celsius......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/let-s-bring-on-the-sunshine
As we kick off this fabulous Friday, it's time to dust off those sunglasses and get ready for a weekend filled with sunshine and good vibes! We've got the scoop on the weather ahead,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/venice-introduces-entry-fee-for-day-trippers
In a move aimed at tackling over-tourism, Venice, Italy, has unveiled new regulations for 2024, including restrictions on tour group sizes and the introduction of a €5 entry fee for day-trippers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-dusty-beginnings-to-clear-skies
Today's weather is like that friend who can't make up their mind – it's going to be mainly clear, but there might be some surprise cloud appearances to keep you on your toes. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-celebrates-dormition-of-the-virgin-mary-amidst-heatwave
Cyprus celebrates on Tuesday the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, a religious and bank holiday, amidst a heatwave, with many flocking to the beach or mountain resorts, and with authorities issuing warnings about increased traffic in some areas, and overcrowded picnic sites....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cheers-to-national-iced-tea-day
As the scorching summer days approach, there's nothing quite as satisfying as quenching your thirst with a cool and flavorful glass of iced tea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-4th-of-july-celebrations-marred-by-gun-violence
A shooting that left at least six people dead at an Independence Day parade in a Chicago suburb rattled Monday’s celebrations across the U.S. and further rocked a country already awash in turmoil over high court rulings on abortion and guns as well as hearings on the Jan. 6 insurrection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/op-ed-the-anatolian-greeks-who-settled-in-the-us
“There was Antonis, a man who emigrated to America from Greece, who thought he was a ‘real Greek’ and that everyone from Alatsata [present-day Alacati] and Asia Minor were inferior....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/fly-a-kite-have-a-picnic-or-join-a-carnival-party
Before you expiate, celebrate! Here are just some things you can do this weekend to celebrate Green Monday. Of course, you can go traditional by flying a kite ahead of a picnic, but you can also make the most of the weekend by dressing up and joining one of the many carnival parties in Limassol. Either way, it's sure to be a fun long weekend. Here are just a few of the fun things you can do....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-braces-for-impact-as-carmel-gathers-steam
Local authorities in the Republic of Cyprus are on high alert this weekend as Cyclone Carmel, which was gathering strength over water Saturday morning, is expected to pound the island late at night...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/excuse-me-do-you-have-any-grey-poupon
For those of you old enough to remember the Grey Poupon mustard commercials, Rolls Royce became synonymous with luxurious elegant picnics in the countryside,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-scrambles-on-eve-of-third-lockdown
Cyprus' Health Minister Constantinos Ioannou has announced a two-week lockdown starting Monday, including a revision for Holy Saturday midnight mass after Archbishop Chrysostomos cried foul over rules that were 'unacceptable'...
