https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mossad-chief-thanks-cyprus-after-researcher-held-hostage-in-iraq-is-freed
Israel’s spy chief and the Prime Minister’s Office publicly thanked Cyprus on Wednesday for quietly helping secure the safe return of Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Russian-Israeli researcher who spent two years in captivity in Iraq....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-today-s-general-strike-means-for-you
Cyprus is bracing for a nationwide strike Thursday after last-ditch talks failed to resolve a standoff over the cost-of-living allowance (ATA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parents-held-after-baby-found-with-brain-hemorrhage
A 4½-month-old baby is fighting for life at Makarios Hospital after doctors discovered a serious brain hemorrhage, police said Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alphamega-hypermarkets-it-department-achieves-iso-certification
Alphamega Hypermarkets’ IT Department has received a significant distinction as it has been certified with the international standard ISO/ IEC 20000 for IT Service Management....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/namaste-cyprus-a-confluence-of-indian-culture-and-cuisine-in-cyprus
Namaste Cyprus is a celebration of the friendship and cultural ties between India and Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-launches-competitive-electricity-market-on-october-1
The Cypriot government will open a competitive electricity market on October 1, 2025, aiming to provide citizens and businesses with more affordable and reliable power while accelerating the island’s shift toward renewable energy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/how-to-fine-law-abiding-citizens-a-cyprus-innovation
What do you call a government that knowingly fines citizens who haven’t broken any laws? The Christodoulides government, of course. And how does it pull this off? Quite simply: when two of its ministers “team up.”
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-cancer-vaccine-shows-promise-but-cyprus-patients-face-long-wait
Russia has announced that it is ready to test a cancer vaccine on humans after reporting strong results in laboratory studies. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-forecast-clear-skies-on-loan-afternoon-clouds-included
A seasonal low-pressure system, teamed up with an unstable air mass, is busy shaping the day’s plot. Translation: sunny start, stormy interludes, and just enough breeze to test your patience....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/‘blood-moon-dominates-night-sky-photos
A rare total lunar eclipse drew sky watchers Sunday as the moon turned a deep red while passing through Earth’s shadow. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-taxi-driver-refuses-paralympic-champion-and-her-guide-dog-video
A taxi driver in Greece refused to take Paralympic swimmer Karolina Pelendritou and her guide dog, prompting sharp criticism after the athlete shared the encounter online....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/saturday-night-in-nicosia-a-tale-of-two-worlds
Saturday night, and Eleftheria Square in Nicosia was bursting with life, migrants from every corner of the globe soaking up the ''freedom'' of the ''modern'' square. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/polis-chrysochous-shines-with-new-projects-and-plans
Polis Chrysochous is set for a major boost, with President Nikos Christodoulides announcing plans for a brand-new modern hospital on the site of the old army camp, a long-awaited project he called both ''necessary infrastructure'' and ''a historical vindication'' for the region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-brain-gain-hundreds-of-expats-eye-a-return-home
Cyprus’ new push to bring home skilled professionals living abroad is already showing strong results. Within just two weeks of launching, the Minds in Cyprus platform drew more than 300 registrations from Cypriots working in 23 different countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-forecast-sunshine-with-a-side-of-drama
A seasonal low-pressure system is keeping things interesting, while an unstable air mass plans its big reveal on Tuesday. Translation: sunshine for most, but don’t get too comfortable....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-skies-to-glow-with-enchanting-‘blood-moon-tonight
Tonight, the skies above Cyprus will stage a quietly mesmerizing spectacle as the Moon slips into Earth’s shadow, transforming into a “Blood Moon.” ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/mediablog-when-journalism-gets-buried-by-the-algorithm
A story involving minors, and all the consequences for their families, was treated like the trailer for a new reality show that simply had to air at any cost. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/tourist-gentrification
Abundant Mediterranean sunshine and the enticing sea have, over the years, served as the driving forces behind our tourism industry. One discussion, however, that does not seem to have occupied us as much as perhaps it should, at least institutionally, is that of tourist gentrification....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/scandals-short-circuits-and-citizens-paying-the-price
Whoa! Looks like this week is ending with plenty of suspense. According to Alpha TV, the Anti-Corruption Authority will soon release a report assigning serious responsibility to a former party leader....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fiba-eurobasket-2025-gives-limassol-economy-a-slam-dunk
The FIBA EuroBasket 2025 has given Limassol’s economy a major shot in the arm, with hotels, restaurants, and shops reporting a surge in business as thousands of fans, teams, and journalists poured into the city....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/signing-of-memorandum-of-understanding-between-invest-cyprus-and-family-office-connect-cyprus-f-o-c
Invest Cyprus has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the newly established organization Family Office Connect Cyprus (F.O.C.), marking the beginning of a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening Cyprus’ position in the global Family Office ecosystem. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-loses-over-€65-000-in-online-investment-scam
A 48-year-old woman has reported losing more than €65,200 after falling victim to an online investment scam, authorities said Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/a-year-of-meaningful-impact-and-community-empowerment-for-the-pwc-foundation
During the financial year 2025, PwC, through the PwC Foundation initiatives, continued to serve as a catalyst for positive change, deepening its contribution to Cypriot society through a wide range of initiatives across education and culture, youth entrepreneurship, and community support. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-begins-€44m-payouts-to-2013-bailout-victims
More than 4,500 people who lost money in Cyprus’ 2013 banking collapse are finally seeing compensation, with €44.36 million being paid out on Thursday, officials said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paid-your-road-tax-you-might-still-get-fined
A glitch in Cyprus’ road transport system left drivers facing fines even though many believed they had successfully renewed their vehicle licenses online....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lisbon-in-mourning-as-iconic-cable-car-crashes
Portugal is in mourning after a historic cable car in Lisbon derailed and slammed into a building, killing 15 people and injuring 18 others, five of them seriously....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-forecast-sunshine-on-default-clouds-considering-auditions
A seasonal low-pressure system is still making itself at home, ensuring the forecast comes with just enough drama to keep things interesting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/consulting-the-outside-world-and-other-matters
The Ministry of Finance, implementing the governance program of Nikos Christodoulides, has put six tax reform bills out for consultation with outside experts and stakeholders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-deputy-mayor-criticizes-hermes-over-baggage-belt-delays-and-staffing-shortages
Concerns over operations at Paphos International Airport have resurfaced as local officials and passengers criticize infrastructure limitations and employee working conditions, while the airport operator, Hermes Airports, defends its management practices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trial-of-5-greek-cypriots-delayed-again-as-lawyer-linked-to-case-arrested-at-ercan
Just as the trial of five Greek Cypriots in the Turkish-occupied north appeared ready to move forward, it was postponed again Tuesday, the latest in a string of delays that have cast uncertainty over the case....
