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1. Three deaths, one house, and a trail of questions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/three-deaths-one-house-and-a-trail-of-questions

Something didn’t sit right. Three members of a wealthy family in Elliniko died one after the other, mother, daughter, and son, all within just 13 days. Now, Greece’s Homicide Squad is trying to unravel the eerie mystery that has left more questions than answers....

2. Cypriot's hunger strike for Palestine sparks support and controversy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-s-hunger-strike-for-palestine-sparks-support-and-controversy

Cypriot’s Hunger Strike for Palestine Sparks Support and Controversy" ...

3. Syrian asylum seeker killed in Peyia work accident

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/syrian-asylum-seeker-killed-in-peyia-work-accident

A 34-year-old Syrian man seeking a better life in Cyprus died in a tragic work accident on Wednesday afternoon while doing his job in Peyia, Paphos....

4. Erdogan accuses Europe of sabotaging migrant boats in Aegean and Mediterranean

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdoğan-accuses-europe-of-sabotaging-migrant-boats-in-aegean-and-mediterranean

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has leveled serious accusations at European authorities, claiming that some migrant boats were deliberately punctured, resulting in deadly drownings in the Aegean and Mediterranean seas....

5. Four teens arrested after 17-year-old’s tragic death at Paphos school

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-teens-arrested-after-17-year-old-s-tragic-death-at-paphos-school

A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday evening at the Technical School in Paphos, leading to the arrest of four 17-year-olds in connection with the death of their peer. Police are investigating the death as a case of reckless or dangerous behavior that may have led to the fatal outcome....

6. ‘They buried our children’: Grief and fury as trial over hotel collapse that killed 35 students grinds on

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/‘they-buried-our-children-grief-and-fury-as-trial-over-hotel-collapse-that-killed-35-students-grinds-on

The trial surrounding the Grand Isias Hotel collapse continues to stir public outrage more than two years after the tragedy, which killed dozens, many of them students and teachers, during the Feb. 6, 2023, earthquake....

7. ChatGPT told her the coffee said ‘affair’, so she filed for divorce

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/chatgpt-told-her-the-coffee-said-‘affair-so-she-filed-for-divorce

In a plot twist worthy of a modern Greek tragedy (or maybe just a very weird rom-com), a woman in Greece has filed for divorce, not after catching her husband cheating, but after ChatGPT told her he might be... by reading their coffee cups....

8. 6.2 magnitude quake shakes Istanbul

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....

9. Tragedy in Strovolos as lambratzia celebration turns deadly

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragedy-in-strovolos-as-lambratzia-celebration-turns-deadly

What was meant to be a night of celebration and firelight turned tragic in Strovolos on Holy Saturday, when a 22-year-old man lost his life during preparations for the traditional Easter bonfire, known as the lambratzia....

10. Four dead in 24 hours, as Cyprus roads turn deadly

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-dead-in-24-hours-as-cyprus-roads-turn-deadly

It’s been a grim 24 hours on Cyprus’s roads, as four people, each with their own story and life ahead of them, were killed in separate road collisions. The accidents, all within a short window of time, have left families grieving and authorities scrambling for answers....

11. Fatal road accident claims life of Michalis Christoforou; 37-year-old arrested

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fatal-road-accident-claims-life-of-michalis-christoforou-37-year-old-arrested

A fatal road accident occurred on Wednesday morning, April 16, 2025, claiming the life of 69-year-old Michalis Christoforou from Agrokipia....

12. Six killed in NYC helicopter crash, including Siemens executive and family (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/six-killed-in-nyc-helicopter-crash-including-siemens-executive-and-family

A sightseeing helicopter ride turned tragic Thursday when a chopper crashed into the Hudson River off Manhattan, killing all six people on board — including a senior Siemens executive and his family....

13. Like it or not, Cyprus must investigate migrant pushback claims by 2026

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/like-it-or-not-cyprus-must-investigate-migrant-pushback-claims-by-2026

Cyprus will be required to investigate complaints of illegal migrant pushbacks starting in June 2026 under new European legislation, a European Commission spokesperson confirmed. ...

14. Cyprus accused of migrant pushbacks amid deadly shipwreck

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-accused-of-migrant-pushbacks-amid-deadly-shipwreck

A tragic shipwreck off Cape Greco has reignited the debate over Cyprus’ handling of migration, just as the government claimed to have successfully tackled the issue....

15. Seven dead, search ongoing for missing migrants off Cavo Greko

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-dead-search-ongoing-for-missing-migrants-off-cavo-greko

A desperate search is underway in the waters off Cape Greco after a boat carrying over 20 Syrian men capsized 25 nautical miles offshore, in international waters. Despite overnight rescue efforts, authorities have yet to locate any additional survivors....

16. Questions mount after 14-year-old's tragic fall from Trilogy Tower

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/questions-mount-after-14-year-old-s-tragic-fall-from-trilogy-tower

The tragic death of a 14-year-old boy who fell from the 34th floor of the Trilogy complex in Limassol has left many questions unanswered, sparking intense investigations by law enforcement since early Thursday morning. ...

17. Authorities investigate how 14-year-old reached 34th floor before fatal fall

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....

18. Crumbling balconies and falling debris spark safety concerns

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....

19. Death of Moldovan woman highlights human trafficking crisis in occupied North

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. ...

20. A bleak reflection of our society’s decay

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....

21. Molotov cocktails, fires, and tear gas in Athens (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/molotov-cocktails-fires-and-tear-gas-in-athens-photos-video

The center of Athens turned into a battleground as hooded individuals began throwing Molotov cocktails....

22. Greeks call for accountability 2 years after Tempe train tragedy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greeks-calling-for-accountability-2-years-after-tempe-train-tragedy

Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....

23. Faulty electrical appliances put Cypriots at risk, watchdog warns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/faulty-electrical-appliances-put-cypriots-at-risk-watchdog-warns

Cyprus is facing a growing safety risk from faulty electrical appliances, with weak market controls and a lack of transparency in investigations into fires and electric shocks, according to the Cyprus Consumers’ Association....

24. Second fatal fire in a week as 33-year-old dies in Limassol blaze

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/second-fatal-fire-in-a-week-as-33-year-old-dies-in-limassol-blaze

Limassol is reeling from another fire-related tragedy, just days after a family of five lost their lives in their sleep due to a suspected faulty electrical appliance. ...

25. Carnivals are a celebration of life, even during tough times

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....

26. Deadly fire sparks urgent calls for electrical safety overhaul

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-fire-sparks-urgent-calls-for-electrical-safety-overhaul

A tragic fire in Limassol that claimed five lives has reignited concerns over electrical safety regulations in Cyprus. Experts are pointing to serious lapses in oversight, faulty installations, and a lack of routine inspections as key factors behind preventable fires....

27. Blame game erupts over Limassol tragedy and electricity law

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/blame-game-erupts-over-limassol-tragedy-and-electricity-law

A fierce political dispute has ignited between former Transport Minister Yannis Karousos and current Minister Alexis Vafeadis following the recent tragedy in Limassol, with both officials pointing fingers over the state of electrical safety regulations in Cyprus....

28. Slaughter in Karpasia as 14 donkeys executed (warning disturbing images)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/slaughter-in-karpasia-as-14-donkeys-executed-warning-disturbing-images

Heartbreaking images of 14 lifeless donkeys sprawled across the Karpasia landscape have sent shockwaves across Cyprus, sparking outrage and grief. The Wildlife Research Institute in the occupied territories brought the tragedy to light, confirming that the animals—symbols of the island’s rich history and rural charm—were mercilessly gunned down....

29. Limassol fire tragedy: Victims identified as authorities probe cause

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-fire-tragedy-victims-identified-as-authorities-probe-cause

Authorities have released the names of the five family members who perished in a devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning, as investigations continue into what sparked the deadly blaze....

30. Deadliest U.S. aviation disaster in nearly 25 years claims 67 lives

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....

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