https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/european-writers-day-a-multicultural-celebration-of-children-s-stories
Join us in celebrating the rich tapestry of European literature and nurturing a love for reading among the younger generation on European Writers' Day! ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/methamphetamine-use-in-cyprus-under-scrutiny
A pan-european Wastewater Analysis Survey shows that there is a significant use of methamphetamine in Cyprus, but there are lower levels of use than the European average for other substances.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exploring-the-possibility-of-same-sex-marriage-in-cyprus
In today's Sunday edition of Kathimerini, journalist Ioanna Kyriakou delves into the complex landscape surrounding the feasibility and readiness for same-sex marriage in Cyprus, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meet-the-world-s-biggest-anaconda-discovered-in-the-amazon-at-26ft
In a jaw-dropping discovery, the world's largest snake has been unearthed in the depths of the Amazon Rainforest....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-unveils-plans-for-world-s-first-virtual-dance-museum
In the heart of ancient Nicosia, Cyprus, a team of innovative professors and research scientists is making waves in the world of virtual dance. Nestled near the city's medieval wall, they are crafting the largest database of 3D dancers, aiming to establish the world's first virtual museum of dance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-officials-gather-to-celebrate-international-greek-language-day
An event to mark International Greek Language Day celebrated on February 9th, the anniversary of the death of the Greek poet Dionysios Solomos......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pediatric-cancer-cases-on-the-rise-in-cyprus
Annually, approximately 42 new cases of cancer or leukemia afflict children and teenagers under the age of 19 in Cyprus, according to insights shared by Clinical Professor of Pediatrics,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-authority-aims-for-2024-completion-of-electronic-health-record
Electronic health record is expected to be completed by the end of 2024, National Electronic Health Authority Board Chairman, Professor Christos Schizas, said on Monday after a meeting with Minister of Health, Michalis Damianos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/embassy-brew-haha-us-scientist-s-salty-tea-tips-stir-controversy-in-the-uk
An American scientist caused a diplomatic storm for her unconventional tea tips, including adding salt and microwaving...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dr-george-georgiou-of-unic-awarded-the-cyprus-research-award-–-young-researcher-2023-by-rif
Dr. George Georgiou from the Department of Languages and Literature of the University of Nicosia has been awarded the prestigious ''Cyprus Research Award – Young Researcher 2023'' ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/criminologist-urges-action-against-rising-organized-crime
In light of the recent escalation in serious crime, Professor Emeritus of Criminology at the University of Cyprus, Andros Kapardis, has urged the state to develop a comprehensive national strategy to tackle organized crime...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/it-is-therefore-right-that-i-resign
I wrote in my previous article ("How the prestige of the institutions is undermined", Kathimerini, 7/1/24) that, based on the conclusion of the auditors of the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority and announcements of the Audit Service,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-scientist-revolutionizes-agriculture-with-soil-free-crop-growth
Growing crops without soil may sound like a contradiction, but for the research team "Eplants" (Electronic Plants) at Linköping University, Sweden, led by Associate Professor Eleni Stavrinidou, it is not only possible, but also groundbreaking....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/highly-infectious-bird-flu-threatens-seals-in-antarctica
Scientists are on high alert as a virus shows ominous signs of moving between birds and mammals, sparking concerns of potential mutations in 'spillover events.'...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-reveals-higher-education-upgrade-by-may
The comprehensive strategy for the reorganization and improvement of Higher Education is due to be published by May the latest, said the President of Cyprus......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/covid-19-3-in-intensive-care-individual-cases-withheld
The number of patients hospitalized with coronavirus in public hospitals has reached 92, while according to the spokesman of the OCYPY, Pambos Harilaou, three people are intubated in the Intensive Care Unit....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/covid-19-jn-1-sub-variant-surpasses-3000-cases
Coronavirus outbreaks are increasing in Cyprus and Europe in general, following the emergence of the ''Omicron 2'' JN.1 sub variant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/video-exposes-terrifying-collision-at-haneda-airport
Renowned expert Ed Galea has shared a chilling video on his Linkedin account, providing a firsthand look at the initial moments of a collision between a commercial aircraft and a coast guard plane at Tokyo's Haneda airport....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-minister-convenes-advisory-meeting-amidst-rising-covid-cases
The Minister of Health, Poppy Kanari, is scheduled to convene a meeting with the Scientific Advisory Group on Wednesday at 15:00 to address the surge in coronavirus cases....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/divisions-in-cyprus-amplify-fact-checking-challenges
Cyprus, an ethnically divided island in the Mediterranean, is like any other nation: It’s been hit by a wave of misinformation, and residents are trying to keep up....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-flee-as-iceland-s-volcano-roars-to-life
Molten rock is putting on a fiery show in Iceland as a volcano erupts following weeks of seismic activity. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reports lava spewing from a 3.5km crack in the Reykjanes peninsula, triggering rapid growth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-shipping-firms-redirect-routes-as-red-sea-attacks-intensify
In a significant move with potential global repercussions, major shipping companies, including MSC, Maersk, and Hapag-Lloyd, opt to steer clear of the Red Sea route....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-the-porn-industry-high-tech-hub-exposed
For many years, the Republic of Cyprus, due to its art visa law, served as a hub for white flesh trafficking....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-s-groundbreaking-e-health-project-unveiled
The planning of the project for citizens’ e-health file will last 30 months, but at the same time the implementation of some pillars of the project will begin, said the Chairman of the National e-health Authority (NeHA), Professor Christos N. Schizas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/major-announcement-positions-cyprus-for-cutting-edge-healthcare
In a significant development, Vivant Medical Investments PLC disclosed plans for AHEPA University Hospital Cyprus on Monday, positioning it as the largest private and fully accredited university hospital in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/how-artificial-intelligence-is-changing-cyprus
The 8th Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum, focusing on ''AI & Business: creating value, minimizing risks,'' held at the University of Cyprus on Tuesday (28/11), delved into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/unic-research-on-cruise-ship-ventilation-suggests-ways-to-minimise-viral-spread
The study published in Physics of Fluids suggests that simply higher ventilation rates do not result in safer cabin conditions for passengers and crew...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tops-europe-in-alarming-antibiotic-use
Cyprus has the dubious honor of being the top consumer of antibiotics in Europe, resulting in its ranking among countries with the highest resistance rates....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-complex-effects-of-screens-on-kids-brain-functions
In a comprehensive study spanning 23 years and involving over 30,000 children under 12, researchers discovered that prolonged screen exposure induces significant changes in various brain regions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/professor-spyros-makridakis-among-the-most-highly-cited-researchers-in-the-world
Professor Spyros Makridakis, Director of the University of Nicosia (UNIC) Institute for the Future (IFF) is among the most Highly Cited Researchers in the world, according to the list Highly Cited Researchers™....