https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-tobacco-stash-found-in-daycare-nursery
Authorities in Cyprus have made a series of eyebrow-raising discoveries in recent days, seizing large quantities of untaxed tobacco—one of which was found in an unexpected and highly unusual location: a daycare nursery....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alexandroupolis-and-cyprus-in-ankara-s-crosshairs
From the upgrading of Alexandroupolis as a naval base to the military support of Cyprus, the strategic rearrangement of the region raises serious questions about the future security balances in the Mediterranean and the Balkans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eurobank-moves-for-full-control-of-hellenic-bank-in-major-takeover-push
February is shaping up to be a pivotal month for Hellenic Bank, as key financial moves unfold, including a full takeover bid by major shareholder Eurobank, the completion of key acquisitions, and a voluntary exit plan for employees....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€8-million-and-counting-as-crete-cyprus-interconnector-delays-pile-up
The long-awaited electricity interconnection between Crete and Cyprus is facing mounting financial pressure, with delays already adding at least €8 million in extra costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-energy-landscape-shifts-as-eni-total-and-kogas-withdraw-from-blocks
The energy landscape of Cyprus' exclusive economic zone (EEZ) is set for a major shift as the French-Italian-Korean consortium of Total, ENI, and Kogas prepares to exit Blocks 2, 3, and 9 at the end of January....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-10-000-flee-santorini-as-constant-earthquakes-shake-the-island
More than 10,000 people have fled the Greek island of Santorini by late Tuesday, shaken by a continuous series of earthquakes that have been striking since the weekend....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hump-day-showers-brings-a-midweek-refresh
For those unfamiliar, ''Hump Day'' just means it's Wednesday—we're halfway to the weekend! And just in time, the rain gods have remembered Cyprus exists....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-s-car-market-is-a-tangled-mess
On Monday, February 3rd, manufacturers decided to immobilize 138 vehicles due to the risk of faulty TAKATA airbags, and another 138 due to brake issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-warns-of-strong-response-to-possible-us-tariffs
The European Union has expressed deep concern over potential US trade measures, cautioning that any tariffs imposed on European goods would trigger a firm response....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cancer-a-leading-cause-of-death-in-cyprus
Cancer remains the second most common cause of death in Cyprus, with an average of around 4,000 new cases and 1,560 deaths each year over the past five years, according to the latest data shared by the Oncology Nursing Section of the Cyprus Nurses and Midwives Association....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-at-a-crossroads-act-now-or-fade-into-irrelevance
Cyprus MP Michalis Sophocleous has laid out a stark and urgent vision for the European Union’s future. His recent statement on X is not just a policy wishlist—it’s a call for Europe to wake up before it becomes a relic of the past....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-flee-santorini-as-earthquakes-continue
Santorini, usually bustling with life, is now a place of anxiety and uncertainty. As the Cyclades continue to be shaken by relentless seismic activity, thousands of residents and visitors have made the difficult decision to leave the island—at least for now....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-airways-introduces-direct-flights-to-venice
Cyprus Airways announces the launch of a new seasonal route connecting Larnaca to Venice, commencing May 30 and running through September 29, 2025, with enticing fares starting at just €86 one way. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ticking-time-bomb-as-sewage-leaks-threaten-akrotiri-salt-lake
A major environmental crisis is unfolding at Akrotiri Salt Lake, as sewage leaks and chemical discharges threaten Cyprus’ most important wetland...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-week-in-cyprus-broken-promises-electricity-woes-and-a-valentine-s-day-summit
The government keeps repeating the same promises, but according to DISY, that won’t be enough to convince the public. But why not? Repetition helps people absorb information, right? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/threat-against-president-christodoulides-under-investigation
Authorities in Cyprus are working behind closed doors to investigate a threatening message sent to President Nikos Christodoulides. While details remain scarce, the President himself confirmed the threat, emphasizing that he has full confidence in law enforcement to handle the case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fear-in-santorini-as-quakes-continue-–-schools-closed-residents-try-to-flee
Fear and uncertainty have gripped the residents of Santorini after a series of earthquakes rocked the island, prompting local authorities to close schools on Monday as a precautionary measure. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-boosts-desalination-as-drought-threatens-water-supply
With Cyprus facing a second consecutive year of severe drought, authorities are implementing a new strategy to secure water supply while urging the public to cut waste....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-on-high-alert-after-threats-against-president-christodoulides
Cypriot authorities have been placed on high alert following threats made against President Nicos Christodoulides. The threats, reportedly received via text message on the President’s phone, are linked to an ongoing court case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/united-against-cancer-as-the-nation-commits-to-care-and-hope
President Nikos Christodoulides reaffirmed the state's responsibility to provide high-quality healthcare for cancer patients....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/superhome-center-sold-to-greek-company-for-€94-million
The sale of Superhome Center to Vasilitsi DIY for €94 million has been approved by the Board of Directors of Ermes Department Stores Plc....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-greenest-restaurant-in-cyprus
This restaurant won the Sustainability in Gastronomy Award as part of the Wiz 50 Best Restaurants 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/historic-victory-for-cypriot-tennis-at-the-davis-cup
With a remarkable victory, Stylianos Christodoulou ended the first day of the Australian Open....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-met-today-with-the-un-secretary-general-s-special-representative-in-cyprus
President Nikos Christodoulides met earlier today at the Presidential Palace with Colin Stewart, the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/priced-out-londoners-live-in-empty-schools-and-offices-as-rents-soar
According to CNN, as London’s rental crisis deepens, a growing number of residents are opting to live in disused schools, office buildings, and even an old cathedral to escape skyrocketing housing costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-situation-at-the-dams-closer-to-the-nightmare-scenario
The water flow into the dams during January 2025 are not only not in line with our expectations, but brought us closer to the nightmare scenario of a water emergency situation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/76-year-old-arrested-in-cyprus-after-€150-000-fraud
A 76-year-old man was arrested Thursday in Larnaca after a joint investigation between Cypriot and German authorities uncovered his involvement in an internet fraud and money laundering scheme....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dozens-of-dead-animals-discovered-in-meniko-authorities-investigating
In a disturbing incident, dozens of dead animals were discovered in the village of Meniko, prompting swift action from the Ministry of Agriculture. Minister Maria Panayiotou condemned the incident, describing it as "disgusting" in a post on X (formerly Twitter)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-aiming-for-innovation-sustainability-and-simplicity
A major tax reform is underway in Cyprus as part of the Tax Transformation Project, led by the Centre for Economic Research (CER) at the University of Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadliest-u-s-aviation-disaster-in-nearly-25-years-claims-67-lives
A horrific midair collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet on January 29, 2025, has resulted in the deaths of all 67 people aboard the two aircraft....
