https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/social-welfare-services-to-step-up-nursery-inspections-after-recent-incidents
The Social Welfare Services (YKE) will be ramping up inspections of nurseries and childcare programs to ensure they meet safety and quality standards, following concerns raised by two recent incidents, the Ministry of Social Welfare announced....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spring-teases-with-a-bit-of-sunshine-a-bit-of-cloud-and-some-mystery-fog
If Cyprus’ weather had a personality today, it would be that friend who says they’ll "pop by for a coffee" and then lingers unpredictably. We’re looking at mostly clear skies—eventually....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-in-limassol-residence
A fire broke out in a residence in the Omonia area of Limassol on Sunday night, causing damage to the living room and affecting the entire interior of the house due to heat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/crumbling-balconies-and-falling-debris-spark-safety-concerns
A photo of a dangerously unstable apartment building, believed to be in Paphos, has reignited public concern over neglected buildings and the risks they pose....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-investigate-kindergarten-worker-over-child-threat
Authorities in Cyprus are investigating a disturbing incident at a Nicosia kindergarten, where an employee allegedly grabbed a young child and threatened to throw them out of a window....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/malta-s-eurovision-entry-sparks-controversy-over-song-title
Malta’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 has been thrown into turmoil after the EBU ruled that the singer must change the title and lyrics of her song, Kant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/justice-for-thanasis-new-report-expected-in-20-year-mystery
After two decades of unanswered questions, the long-running case of Thanasis Nikolaou’s death is approaching a crucial turning point, with the conclusions of a fresh criminal investigation expected early next week....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-says-there-will-be-hell-to-pay-if-hamas-does-not-yield
In a recent post shared via the official Facebook accounts of President Donald J. Trump and The White House, the president issued a stark message to the militant group Hamas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-arrested-in-ormideia-illegal-employment-raid
Seven people were arrested on Thursday in Ormideia following a joint police operation by the British Bases and the Republic of Cyprus, targeting modern slavery, illegal immigration, and unlawful employment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/death-of-moldovan-woman-highlights-human-trafficking-crisis-in-occupied-north
A chilling tragedy unfolded in the occupied northern part of Cyprus as Anastasia Melega, a young woman from Moldova, was found dead late Monday evening at the ''Prinses'' nightclub-cabaret in occupied Gerolakkos, where she had worked. ...
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/government-under-fire-over-community-leader-appointments
Tensions are mounting over the government's controversial decision to appoint 209 community leaders in the newly established municipalities, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strong-winds-and-dust-storms-batter-limassol-toppling-trees-and-causing-damage
Blustery winds and dense dust from the Middle East wreaked havoc in Limassol on Wednesday, causing trees to topple onto vehicles and creating challenging conditions across the district....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/indian-film-festival-week-2025-to-take-place-in-nicosia
The Indian Film Festival Week 2025 is set to take place from March 5 to March 9 at ARTos House in Nicosia, offering a unique opportunity for Cypriot audiences to experience the depth and creativity of Indian cinema....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-bleak-reflection-of-our-society-s-decay
Two men were recently found dead in a workplace, a makeshift apartment where they slept on an inflatable bed. In an effort to ward off the bitter cold, they lit a fukou and left it to burn, and tragically, the noxious fumes led to their deaths....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-bold-overhaul-aims-to-boost-economy-but-sparks-debate
Cyprus is preparing to implement its first major tax reform in over two decades, aiming to modernize the tax system, boost competitiveness, and align with international standards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/garbage-piles-up-at-green-point-–-overwhelmed-by-stench
Shocking images of pollution from an area in Paphos have surfaced, sparking sadness and disappointment as they highlight a lack of environmental awareness and disregard for the consequences....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pavlos-kontides-named-man-of-the-year-at-23rd-awards-ceremony
The spotlight was on Cypriot sailing champion Pavlos Kontides on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, as he was awarded the prestigious Man of the Year title at the 23rd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards ceremony....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-a-win-for-families-a-challenge-for-businesses
Cyprus is set to undergo its first major tax reform in over 20 years, with changes expected to align the system with the country’s evolving economic landscape....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/calls-for-action-against-energy-poverty-amid-tragic-deaths
Political parties are urging immediate action against energy poverty following a series of fatal fires caused by unsafe heating conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/marios-georgiou-crowned-europe-s-best-male-gymnast-of-2024
Marios Georgiou has once again made Cyprus proud, winning the Male Gymnast of the Year title in a vote organized by European Gymnastics. The Cypriot gymnastics star secured an impressive 26,260 votes (50.6%), topping the poll after six days of voting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ombudswoman-raises-alarm-over-prolonged-stay-of-unaccompanied-minors-at-pournara
A total of 27 unaccompanied minors have been stranded at the Pournara Temporary Reception and Accommodation Center for an average of 90 days, despite completing all necessary procedures for their transfer, according to a report by Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou-Lottides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/agia-varvara-residents-demand-fair-compensation-for-power-surge-damages
Residents of Agia Varvara are voicing their frustration after a sudden power surge on January 23 destroyed electrical appliances in their homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tracing-the-footsteps-of-women-in-cyprus-movements-struggles-feminisms
The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation in collaboration with the bahçes histories* of Cyprus, invites you to a walk about feminism movements, activism and the struggles of women in Cyprus, on Saturday 8 March 2025 in the walled town of Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/warmer-days-ahead-after-record-breaking-cold
Brrr, Cyprus! If you thought last night felt extra chilly, you weren’t imagining things. It was officially the coldest night in over 40 years, shattering the previous record of -3.3°C set in 1985. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-battle-brutal-frost-as-‘coral-cold-front-devastates-crops
The bitter cold brought by the Coral weather system has left Cyprus' farmers reeling as frost has destroyed their hard-earned crops overnight....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-in-critical-condition-as-doctors-warn-of-sepsis-risk
Pope Francis is fighting for his life. The 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church remains in critical condition, with doctors at Gemelli Hospital in Rome working around the clock to stabilize him after a severe lung infection led to a dangerous respiratory crisis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drone-gets-attacked-by-eagle-while-filming-in-cyprus
A surprising twist to a photographer’s peaceful landscape shoot in Cyprus turned into an unforgettable moment of nature’s raw power....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/carnivals-are-a-celebration-of-life-even-during-tough-times
"You're only good for carnivals"—a common refrain heard every year during the Limassol Carnival, often spoken with a moralizing, didactic tone by those who disdain the mass, rambunctious, and carefree celebration....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-great-freeze-snap-that…-isn-t-actually-that-freezing-so-far
Brace yourselves—except, actually, don’t. Because despite the dire warnings of a frost apocalypse, today’s weather is mildly inconvenient at best....
