https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/athens-airport-takes-off-toward-a-greener-future
Athens International Airport is gearing up for a major transformation, but it's not just about getting bigger. It's about getting greener....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-warns-of-resurgence-in-deadly-diseases
Measles, meningitis, and yellow fever, once largely contained through widespread immunization, are resurging globally due to vaccine misinformation, reduced international aid, and health system strain, the United Nations and partner agencies warned Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ayia-napa-pharmacies-to-stay-open-longer-year-round
The long-standing confusion over pharmacy hours in Ayia Napa, especially during the busy tourist months, is finally being cleared up. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thanasis-s-mother-vows-to-take-justice-into-her-own-hands
More than 18 years after the mysterious death of army conscript Thanasis Nikolaou, his family is refusing to let his story end in silence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cloudy-skies-scattered-showers-and-a-splash-of-desalination-drama
Good morning, Cyprus! Grab your umbrellas, maybe your sunglasses, and definitely your sense of humor—it’s one of those weather days where the only thing predictable is the unpredictability....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-toyota-platform-launches-for-takata-airbag-replacements
Toyota has launched a new platform to help drivers book appointments to replace defective Takata airbags in vehicles imported from non-EU countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-losing-faith-in-politics-but-not-in-police
Cypriots have made one thing loud and clear: when it comes to politics, their trust is running on empty....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/6-2-magnitude-quake-shakes-istanbul
Istanbul was rocked by a powerful earthquake on Tuesday afternoon, shaking buildings and nerves across Turkey’s largest city. The 6.2 magnitude tremor struck just before 1pm local time and was felt across several provinces, triggering panic but—thankfully—no major damage or injuries so far....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vat-challenges-for-electronic-money-institutions
In the digital age, Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs) have become an integral part of the financial ecosystem, offering a range of services that facilitate digital transactions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-glitch-in-the-system-nicosia-speed-cameras-just-for-show-since-2022
In what can only be described as yet another comically predictable twist in Cyprus’ long-running traffic camera saga, it turns out that two speed cameras on Griva Digeni Avenue in Nicosia have been completely out of service since October 2022....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-easter-vibes-to-summer-skies
Good morning and happy Tuesday, April 22! Easter may be behind us, but the festive buzz is still in the air, and with the way the weather’s shaping up, we’re already starting to flirt with summer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/southeastern-europe-warmer-than-ever
In July 2024, the Eastern Mediterranean experienced its most intense heatwave on record....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akamas-for-sale
Nearly two years after serious environmental violations were first reported in the Akamas peninsula, a protected and ecologically sensitive area, illegal activity continues, seemingly without consequences....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-the-lambradja-tradition-a-rite-of-youth-or-just-lawlessness-in-disguise
Every Easter, Cyprus lights up with the glow of lambradjas, towering bonfires that have become a deeply rooted tradition for many communities. But what exactly are they today? A fun way for young people to bond and celebrate, or a risky ritual teetering on chaos?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/study-suggests-nose-picking-may-be-linked-to-alzheimer-s-risk-mouse-model-shows
A 2022 study led by Griffith University scientists suggests a surprising potential link between nose-picking and increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, at least in mice....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-moves-forward-with-ambitious-plan-to-revamp-waste-management
The Ministry of Agriculture announced plans to move forward with developing a comprehensive network of municipal waste management facilities, including upgrades to the Pentakomo and Kosi Environmental Management Units....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/larnaca-airport-chaos-as-easter-travel-meets-classic-cyprus-preparation
Ah, Easter in Cyprus. A time for candlelight, family meals, and—if you’re flying through Larnaca Airport—plenty of waiting around, confusion, and gritted teeth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-thursday-brings-sunshine-and-stillness
As the faithful begin preparations for Easter, the weather is keeping pace with the spirit of the season—gentle and calm. A mild high-pressure system is setting the tone, bringing mostly clear skies and a touch of serenity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-launch-post-easter-recruitment-drive-for-700-national-guard-soldiers
The Council of Ministers has approved the Ministry of Defence’s proposal to recruit 700 contract soldiers for the National Guard....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-ignore-traffic-camera-fines-despite-extension
Most drivers caught by traffic cameras in Cyprus are still not paying their fines, despite repeated warnings and an extension that gave them extra time to settle the penalties....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-makes-its-move-in-the-age-of-ai
Ask any country today and chances are they’ll tell you they want to be a hub for technological development—especially in the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-one-of-the-world-s-lowest-u-s-visa-rejection-rates-—-and-that-s-a-big-deal
Cyprus is inching closer to landing a spot in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, and there’s one big reason why: it now has one of the lowest U.S. visa rejection rates in the world....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-summer-hotspot-to-all-year-hub
Cyprus has big dreams, and according to Christos Angelides, General Manager of the Pancyprian Hotel Association (PASYXE), it’s going to take grit, vision, and a lot of teamwork to turn the island into a top-tier, all-year-round destination. But the potential? It’s definitely there....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/students-stand-by-teachers-in-headscarf-showdown
Students at Bekirpaşa High School made a bold statement on Monday, showing up to class dressed in black T-shirts to support their teachers in an ongoing dispute over a controversial new rule allowing headscarves in schools....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/goodbye-boarding-passes-air-travel-set-for-high-tech-transformation
The days of fumbling through your bag for a boarding pass or waiting in long check-in lines at the airport may soon be over....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-officials-in-cyprus-for-final-checks-before-visa-free-travel-greenlight
A team of U.S. State Department and Congressional officials arrived in Cyprus on Monday to carry out the final technical checks required for the country’s entry into the coveted U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/what-kind-of-education-do-we-really-want
Two separate incidents last week reignited an uncomfortable but necessary question: What kind of education do we really want? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-youtuber-sparks-racism-row-at-ledra-checkpoint
A Turkish Cypriot social media figure has ignited a storm online after he was denied entry into the Republic-controlled areas of Cyprus, posting a fiery video accusing crossing point workers of racism and discrimination against Turkish Cypriots....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/system-failure-or-failure-of-its-operators
The recent, catastrophic failure of the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Social Welfare Services to provide necessary protection to five children is yet another example of a systemic issue, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/revolut-slapped-with-record-fine-over-money-laundering-lapses
British fintech giant Revolut, one of the world’s most valuable start-ups, has been fined €3.5 million by Lithuania’s central bank for failing to properly monitor suspicious transactions and protect against money laundering....