https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/golden-cucumbers-prices-soar-by-201
Substantial price hikes are being observed for fresh meat, Christmas treats, and especially vegetables in the lead-up to the Christmas season, according to the Christmas 2024 Price Watch....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/nicosia-shines-bright-with-christmas-cheer-and-we-want-to-see-your-decorations-too
To all our readers across the island—whether you're in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, or any village or town—why not share a bit of your holiday spirit? Post a picture of your Christmas decorations in the comments below. Let’s spread the cheer and show off how you’re celebrating the season in your part of Cyprus!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christmas-countdown-mild-weather-today-but-showers-and-snow-on-the-way
Well folks, it’s Friday once again—Friday, December 20th, to be exact—and with Christmas just around the corner (yes, it's next Wednesday, December 25th!), let’s see what the weather has in store for us this holiday season!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/14-dead-hundreds-injured-in-powerful-7-3-vanuatu-earthquake
A powerful magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck off the coast of Vanuatu on Tuesday afternoon, leaving a trail of destruction, at least 14 dead, and hundreds injured. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/participants-of-the-epic-street-fest-xmas-edition-2024
The biggest Christmas street festival is back this year in the heart of Nicosia, where the pulse of the city will beat stronger than ever at the EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2024!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hackathon-on-digital-skills-for-teenagers-encourages-creation-and-innovation
The Future Skills Hub of the European University Cyprus, in collaboration with the Department of Secondary Technical and Vocational Education and Training of the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth, the Youth Board of Cyprus, and IDEP Lifelong Learning, successfully concluded the Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/from-stray-to-star-how-a-rescue-dog-from-cyprus-is-changing-lives-in-the-uk
Sometimes, the best heroes come with wagging tails and floppy ears. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-alphamega-hypermarkets-store-opens-in-astromeritis
Another state-of-the-art store was added to the Alphamega Hypermarkets’ chain. The new Alphamega Hypermarkets’ store in Astromeritis has opened its doors to the public today. It is the 20th store of Alphamega Hypermarkets, Cyprus largest and fastest growing hypermarket chain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-mafia-turf-war-turns-athens-streets-into-a-battleground
A brutal daylight ambush on Monday in the suburb of Glyfada in southern Athens marked the latest chapter in the violent turf war among Turkish organized crime factions operating in Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/temu-s-tempting-deals-are-a-double-edged-sword-for-cypriot-shoppers
Temu, an emerging e-commerce platform, offers an extensive range of products, from gadgets and household goods to clothing and toys, at remarkably low prices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/green-line-regulation-boosts-trade-but-challenges-remain
The Green Line Regulation, which defines the legal framework for the movement of goods, people, and services between the government-controlled areas and the northern Turkish-occupied areas of Cyprus, remains a vital tool for the country’s reunification,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/black-friday-buzz-as-shoppers-return-in-full-force
According to an article by Dorita Yiannakou, this past week, the retail scene came alive with the buzz of Black Friday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/traffic-jam-at-agios-dometios-roadblock-as-black-friday-shoppers-flock-to-free-areas
Traffic congestion and long queues were reported today at the Agios Dometios roadblock, as large numbers of shoppers from the occupied territories crossed into the free areas to take advantage of Black Friday deals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-eu-anniversary-coins-spark-collector-mania
The Central Bank of Cyprus’ commemorative coins celebrating 20 years since Cyprus joined the European Union have proven to be a hot commodity among collectors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/actor-surprises-shoppers-with-wicked-tunes-and-holiday-cheer
Jeff Goldblum gave a surprise performance at London’s St. Pancras International train station on Wednesday to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated Wicked movie....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/sip-swirl-and-savor-the-essence-of-cyprus-most-ancient-grape-variety
If you love wine or just enjoy a good story, you won’t want to miss the celebration of Cyprus’ prized Maratheftiko grape happening in Paphos on November 28th....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/50-million-luxury-shoppers-pull-back-as-market-slows
For the first time since the 2009 financial crisis, the luxury goods market is losing its shine. A whopping 50 million shoppers have stopped splurging on designer bags, watches, and other high-end items, according to Bain & Company’s latest report....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sklavenitis-to-revamp-papantoniou-supermarkets-across-cyprus
In September 2025, the Sklavenitis Cyprus network will officially complete its acquisition of Papantoniou Supermarkets, a move that will significantly reshape the local retail landscape, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€10-000-raised-at-eureka-marseille-charity-fashion-show-for-preventive-pediatrics
The ''Eureka Marseille Charity Fashion Show'' was held with great success on November 14, 2024, at the Royal Hall in Nicosia, where the venue was packed with attendees. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/amazon-launches-haul-a-low-cost-rival-to-temu-and-shein
Amazon is launching a new e-commerce platform called Haul, designed to offer shoppers incredibly low prices on a wide range of products, aiming to take on growing competition from Chinese brands like Temu and Shein....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/indian-whisky-steps-up-a-new-contender-on-the-global-stage
India is shaking up the whisky world, blending centuries-old traditions with modern-day distilling to create whiskies that are finally getting noticed globally....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/temu-half-cyprus-is-better-than-none
The online shopping platform Temu is drawing criticism for selling a T-shirt with a slogan referencing the Cyprus issue. The shirt, priced at €11.90 on sale from an original €23.69, features the phrase...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/theft-on-the-rise-police-urge-vigilance
Authorities in Cyprus are warning residents to stay vigilant as reports of theft continue to rise, including a recent case involving €10,000 worth of jewelry stolen from a home in the Kofinos area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sklavenitis-expands-in-cyprus-shaking-up-the-supermarket-scene
The Cypriot supermarket landscape is shifting as Greece's Sklavenitis Group officially takes over Papantoniou Supermarkets. With Competition Protection Commission approval, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-gdp-and-living-standards-improve-but-challenges-remain
Cyprus' living standards have continued to improve, with the country's GDP per capita reaching 95% of the EU average in 2023, according to recent data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-investigates-temu-over-unsafe-products-and-addictive-tactics
The European Union is investigating the popular shopping app Temu over concerns that it may be allowing unsafe products on its platform and using potentially addictive features to keep users hooked. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/saudi-arabia-s-sindalah-island-opens-as-year-round-superyacht-paradise
Tucked in the Red Sea, the new luxury island of Sindalah has officially opened, bringing high-end resorts, a yacht club, and a marina to Saudi Arabia's coastline. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gains-investor-confidence-as-economic-reforms-us-ties-bolster-growth
International investors have shown sustained confidence in Cyprus’ economy and business ecosystem, recognizing the country as a stabilizing force in the region......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greek-retailer-praktiker-hellas-considers-cyprus-expansion
The Greek home improvement chain Praktiker Hellas is exploring a potential expansion into Cyprus, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/countdown-to-black-friday-tips-to-avoid-scams
As Black Friday approaches on Nov. 29, businesses worldwide are gearing up for significant sales events. Recognized as the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season in the U.S. since 1952, Black Friday is observed on the fourth Friday in November, the day after Thanksgiving....
