https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-environmental-groups-accuse-forestry-department-of-violating-akamas-protection-terms
Four environmental organizations have jointly accused Cyprus’s Forestry Department of systematically violating legally binding environmental conditions related to the controversial road network upgrade in Akamas National Forest Park....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-tariff-blitz-threatens-cyprus-push-for-u-s-investments
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s dramatic declaration of a ''Liberation” Day'', marked by the sudden imposition of 20% tariffs on imports from the European Union, as well as from Japan, India, Switzerland and China, has sent shockwaves across global markets and ignited fresh fears of a prolonged U.S.-Europe economic standoff....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/time-s-up-parliament-rejects-president-s-push-to-scrap-traffic-light-timers
Cypriot MPs on Thursday pushed back against President Nikos Christodoulides’ attempt to scrap a recently passed law that would have made countdown timers mandatory at traffic lights....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cmp-marks-1000th-meeting-leaders-reaffirm-support-for-bi-communal-efforts
The Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) in Cyprus reached a significant milestone, holding its 1000th meeting at the Ledra Palace Hotel on April 2nd. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/green-light-for-new-four-star-hotel-in-meneou
A new four-star hotel in Meneou has been given the go-ahead by the Environmental Authority, paving the way for a €15 million development in the Larnaca district....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-mayor-no-plans-to-cancel-u-of-cyprus-lease-for-faneromeni-school
The lease agreement allowing the University of Cyprus to use the historic Faneromeni School building will not be canceled, Nicosia Mayor Charalambos Prontzos confirmed to K on Monday, dismissing speculation about a potential change of plans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-truck-collision-on-nicosia-limassol-highway-causes-fire-and-traffic-disruption
A serious traffic accident occurred earlier today on the Nicosia-Limassol highway at the Kofinou-Skarinou intersection, involving two trucks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/powerful-earthquake-devastates-myanmar-and-thailand-killing-over-150
A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, killing at least 152 people and leaving hundreds injured. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-solar-park-in-sotira-with-6-534-kw-capacity
The Environmental Authority has approved the development of a 6,534 kW solar park within the administrative boundaries of the Sotira Community, in the Famagusta District....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadline-looms-for-outstanding-traffic-fines
Cypriot vehicle owners have until March 31, 2025, to settle any outstanding out-of-court fines related to traffic infractions captured by the phototagging system, the police have announced. After this deadline, failing to pay could lead to criminal prosecution and the formation of a criminal file....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/hellenic-seaplanes-sets-sights-on-launching-cyprus-first-seaplane-routes
Cyprus, with its strategic geographical position, has the potential to become a key hub for seaplane routes, both domestically and across the Eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-health-and-education-complex-to-transform-lakatamia
Investments in Cyprus' health sector are booming, with new hospital units sprouting up across the island....
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/covid-19-lab-leak-highly-likely
Germany’s intelligence agency estimates there is an 80-90% probability that the coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese laboratory....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/atm-debate-reaches-kykkos-monastery
An ATM at a monastery? It might sound like the setup for a joke, but it's a real proposal being considered as part of an effort to bring banking services to Cyprus' remote and mountainous regions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-investigate-how-14-year-old-reached-34th-floor-before-fatal-fall
Authorities are stepping up their investigation into the shocking death of a 14-year-old boy who fell from the 34th floor of an unfinished apartment at the Trilogy Towers in Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/black-lives-matter-mural-demolished-amid-republican-pressure-video
Construction crews began dismantling Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House on Monday, March 10, following Republican threats to cut the city’s transportation funding unless the site was renamed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-400-saplings-and-shrubs-planted-in-cape-greco
More than 400 native species of saplings and shrubs were planted on Saturday in the Cape Greco area, in a location that was previously a landfill....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wwii-bomb-discovery-halts-eurostar-trains-leaving-thousands-stranded
Thousands of passengers were left stranded on Friday after an unexploded World War II bomb was discovered near the tracks of Paris' Gare du Nord, one of Europe's busiest train stations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cypriot-firm-to-build-solar-park-on-former-mining-site
A Cypriot company with growing interests in the renewable energy sector is planning to transform the crater of the Lake of Mine in Polis Chrysochous into a cutting-edge photovoltaic park. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dutch-royals-shocked-by-divided-nicosia-in-first-cyprus-visit
The Dutch royal couple's first-ever visit to Cyprus sent a powerful message of solidarity, shining a spotlight on the island's rich history — and its ongoing division....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-ravages-three-story-home-in-egkomi-nearby-residents-evacuated
A fire broke out late Tuesday night in a three-story wooden house in Egkomi, causing extensive damage and prompting the precautionary evacuation of nearby residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dutch-royal-couple-touch-down-in-cyprus-on-flight-co-piloted-by-king
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands have arrived in Cyprus for a two-day state visit, marking the first-ever official trip of the Dutch Royal Couple to the island. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/delivery-driver-attacked-and-robbed-in-kiti
Police are investigating a violent attack on a food delivery driver in Kiti on Thursday night, where six individuals assaulted the man and stole his motorcycle and mobile phone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-did-this-man-spend-the-night-under-the-pier-video
Homeless individuals continue to take shelter under the piers of Limassol’s Molos, living in deplorable conditions. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/discover-the-timeless-charm-of-paphos-with-leptos-estates
Paphos, the enchanting town on the southwestern coast of Cyprus, is more than just a destination – it's a way of life....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/larnaca-s-landmark-‘land-of-tomorrow-project-set-to-break-ground
Larnaca’s waterfront is set for a major transformation, as construction on the ambitious Land of Tomorrow project is set to begin in the coming months, with a total investment exceeding €800 million....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-face-devastating-crop-losses-as-freezing-temps-hit-hard
Cyprus’ farmers are facing major losses as freezing temperatures from the Coral weather system devastate crops across the island. The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment has vowed to step in quickly, promising immediate support for those affected....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-palestinian-state-that-almost-was-according-to-ehud-olmert
Speaking in a yet-to-be-aired BBC documentary Israel and the Palestinians: The Road to 7th October, Olmert described his proposal as a historic opportunity for peace. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-old-gsp-transformed-into-urban-park-ready-for-public-use
The long-awaited redevelopment of the old GSP site is nearly complete and is set to be handed over to the Nicosia Municipality in March.
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