https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/oil-prices-drop-but-drivers-aren-t-seeing-relief-at-the-pump
Even if tensions in the Persian Gulf begin to ease, a quick return to lower energy prices is unlikely. Reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and gas shipments, would certainly help restore supply. However, it is only one step in the recovery process....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mass-civilian-casualties-in-lebanon-as-air-strikes-hit-urban-areas
Israeli air raids struck multiple parts of Lebanon in a sudden escalation that has had severe consequences for civilians, killing at least 254 people and injuring more than 1,100, according to emergency services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-thursday-weather-forecast-showers-and-surprises
A weak low-pressure system is lingering over the island, never quite making up its mind, and determined to keep us all guessing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-plans-social-media-ban-for-under-15s-starting-in-2027
Greece is advocating for a coordinated European approach to limit social media access for younger teens, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urging a bloc-wide rule that would apply to children under 15....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ceasefire-declared-as-trump-claims-‘complete-victory-in-iran-war
A fragile pause in the Iran war has been declared after 40 days of escalating conflict, with former US president Donald Trump announcing a two-week ceasefire and calling it a “complete victory,” even as violence continues across the region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/from-brookies-to-missiles-and-back-again
Take something simple and seemingly harmless from everyday life, like the collective obsession with a dessert that, because it spread on TikTok, led to long lines forming outside the branches of a well-known Cypriot bakery. Now compare that with the shocking absence of even basic restraint in the massive military conflict unfolding in our region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hazardous-dust-levels-in-cyprus-linked-to-dust-not-middle-east-conflict
Concern has been growing over whether ongoing conflicts in the Middle East could be affecting local air quality. Many people have questioned if harmful substances might be traveling through the atmosphere and mixing with the dust that frequently blankets the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-mobile-desalination-unit-begins-full-operation
A mobile desalination facility at the port of Limassol has now entered full-scale operation, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Agriculture. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/refugee-turned-fry-king-the-story-behind-western-australia-s-go-to-fish-and-chip-staple
For many people across Western Australia, a serving of fish and chips almost always comes with the same familiar companion: thick, golden fries supplied by Choice Chips....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-signals-new-economic-support-measures-while-reinforcing-defence-capabilities
President Nikos Christodoulides has indicated that the government is prepared to introduce additional measures to protect households from the economic effects of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, while also reaffirming its commitment to strengthening the country’s defence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-records-over-3-1-million-short-term-rental-nights-in-peak-summer-2025
Data released by Eurostat shows that Cyprus saw just over 3.1 million overnight stays in short-term rental properties during the third quarter of 2025, covering the peak summer months from July through September. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/good-news-for-summer-cyprus-dams-rise-after-days-of-heavy-rain
After months of concern over water reserves, Cyprus received a welcome boost this week as heavy rainfall from Storm Erminio significantly increased inflows into the island’s dams, a development officials say could help ease pressure ahead of the challenging summer season....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-braces-for-african-dust-after-flight-disruptions-in-greece
A thick wave of African dust sweeping across parts of Greece disrupted flights and darkened skies Wednesday, as authorities warned the same system is expected to reach Cyprus in the coming days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-families-say-ivf-clinics-in-occupied-cyprus-used-wrong-donors
A number of British families have come forward with serious concerns that fertility clinics in occupied Cyprus may have used incorrect sperm or egg donors during IVF treatment, raising questions about oversight and patient safety....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-records-unusually-high-thyroid-cancer-rates
A senior endocrinologist has said that thyroid cancer rates in Cyprus are significantly elevated compared with the rest of Europe, while stressing that current evidence does not connect this trend to regional conflicts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/april-1st-forecast-a-national-holiday-with-a-very-loud-guest-list
Today is April 1st, a day of heavy national significance as Cyprus remembers the EOKA fighters and the start of the campaign against British rule. But while the parades and memorials are the official focus, the atmosphere is busy hosting a low-pressure system named ERMINIO....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sets-course-for-offshore-gas-production-by-2027-2028
Cyprus is aiming to begin producing natural gas from offshore reserves between late 2027 and early 2028, according to Energy Minister Michalis Damianos. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pentakomo-residents-demand-action-over-escalating-waste-and-pollution-crisis-video
Frustration is mounting among residents of Pentakomo, a community increasingly burdened by severe environmental degradation linked to nearby waste management operations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-linked-firms-tied-to-€25-8m-russian-construction-fraud-investigation-finds
A new investigation by the Cyprus Investigative Reporting Network (CIReN) reveals that companies based in Cyprus were linked to a €25.8 million fraud case involving Russia’s construction sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-cyprus-continues-its-dynamic-and-timeless-presence-at-the-ayia-napa-youth-soccer-festival-as-a-platinum-sponsor
Lidl Cyprus is once again dynamically participating in the Ayia Napa Youth Soccer Festival 2026 as a Platinum Sponsor, actively supporting one of the most important youth soccer events in the region. With a firm commitment to promoting balanced nutrition and physical activity, the company continues to strengthen initiatives that encourage children and young people to adopt a more active and healthy lifestyle....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ayia-napa-run-for-autism-draws-record-crowds-as-government-advances-€4-5m-support-center
The coastal town of Ayia Napa was transformed into a vibrant hub of solidarity and sport on Sunday, as more than 4,500 runners from over 20 countries gathered for the 5th annual ''Run for Autism Half Marathon,'' a charity event that continues to grow in scale and significance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/middle-east-conflict-threatens-cyprus-tourism-ports-and-banks-says-dbrs
Cyprus’ sunny beaches, luxury resorts, and bustling ports could soon feel the ripple effects of turmoil in the Middle East. A new report from Canadian rating agency Morningstar DBRS warns that the island’s heavy dependence on tourism and shipping makes it particularly vulnerable to disruptions from the Gulf....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unic-athens-positioned-as-bridge-between-europe-and-the-u-s
The strategic partnership between the University of Nicosia, UNIC Athens, and Purdue University aims to create a powerful link between Europe and the United States in higher education, research and innovation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-forecast-a-sluggish-start-in-the-wrong-time-zone
We have a low-pressure system lingering, which means while most of the island will see clear intervals, the west and southeast are on standby for isolated showers or a brief thunderstorm....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-eyes-and-ears-of-the-west
The final decades of the 20th century and the early decades of the 21st showcased the importance of the British bases in addressing a range of challenges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-long-haul-travel-from-cyprus-is-suddenly-more-complicated-and-more-expensive
For years, flying from Cyprus to Asia or Australia often meant one relatively affordable connection through the Gulf. That era may be ending, at least for now....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-forecast-a-gusty-preamble-to-the-missing-hour
Blame the persistent low-pressure system if your weekend plans get blown off course. It’s particularly noisy along the southern coast today, where gusts are hitting a very spirited 6 Beaufort. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/circumstance-waits-for-no-one
Cyprus is no stranger to crises or shocks, whether they come from external or internal forces. Its geopolitical position makes it especially vulnerable to instability, but it also places the country at the center of developments that directly shape its economic activity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-exceptionally-wet-march-with-rainfall-nearing-double-the-average
Rainfall levels across Cyprus this March have surged well above typical levels, with preliminary figures showing totals reaching 176% of the monthly average by the morning of March 26, according to the Department of Meteorology....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€200m-support-package-launched-to-help-cypriots-weather-crisis
The Cypriot government rolled out an eight-part support package Monday aimed at helping households, businesses, and farmers weather the economic impact of the ongoing war in the Middle East....
