https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-warn-about-the-health-risks-of-bottled-water-and-microplastics
Recent research has uncovered alarming health risks associated with drinking bottled water, primarily due to microplastics....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eoa-nicosia-yes-to-the-22-story-project-in-pallouriotissa
The Nicosia EOA has sought a legal opinion to secure the permit for the development of Lebanese investor Wahid Chammas and the company Nerofarm Properties....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lebanese-investor-threatens-legal-action-over-blocked-€115m-nicosia-development
A Lebanese investor is threatening legal action after the Department of Antiquities blocked a €115 million development near the historic Nicosia walls, despite other authorities initially supporting the project...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-corruption-scandal-in-the-european-parliament
The Federal Police of Brussels conducted 21 searches across Belgium on Thursday morning amid suspicions of corruption within the European Parliament....
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/work-has-started-on-the-upgrade-and-expansion-of-the-a-e-department-at-nicosia-general-hospital
Work to upgrade and expand the Accident & Emergency Department at Nicosia General Hospital will begin on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/populism-and-opportunism-behind-reactions-claims-company
The owners of the CITADEL project, Nerofarm Ltd., have issued a statement clarifying their position in response to media coverage regarding the development in the Palouriotissa area....
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/life/barbershop-battle-brews-in-nicosia-s-old-town-as-cypriot-barbers-face-extinction
In Nicosia’s Old Town, a quiet battle is playing out—one haircut at a time. On one side are the last five Cypriot barbers still operating in the walled city, clinging to tradition and fearing extinction. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/private-company-constructs-power-plant-in-mari-without-permits
A private company has built key infrastructure to support the operation of a privately owned power plant in Mari without obtaining the necessary permits, according to a special report by the Audit Office....
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/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/concerns-grow-over-high-rise-construction-near-historic-famagusta-gate
The Association of Cyprus Archaeologists has voiced strong concerns over the Nicosia Municipality's plans to permit the construction of high-rise buildings near Famagusta Gate, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-trump-s-‘tit-for-tat-tariffs-are-trading-jabs-in-the-global-market
President Donald Trump has unveiled a new strategy to impose tariffs on countries he deems to have unfair trade policies toward the U.S....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/big-us-companies-borrowing-in-europe-to-save-money
Big American companies are increasingly turning to Europe to borrow money at lower costs, taking advantage of cheaper interest rates compared to those in the US....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/geroskipou-olympic-pool-to-undergo-major-renovation
The municipality of Geroskipou has announced a €360,000 renovation project for its Olympic swimming pool....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cryptocurrency-scam-€430-000-stolen-from-limassol-resident
The Cyprus Police are informing the public about incidents of fraud related to cryptocurrency investments and are urging citizens to be particularly careful....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-seeks-approval-for-$1-billion-arms-sale-to-israel
The Trump administration has formally asked Congress to approve a $1 billion arms package for Israel, including thousands of bombs and heavy-duty engineering equipment, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-week-in-cyprus-broken-promises-electricity-woes-and-a-valentine-s-day-summit
The government keeps repeating the same promises, but according to DISY, that won’t be enough to convince the public. But why not? Repetition helps people absorb information, right? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/chinese-ai-startup-deepseek-shakes-us-tech-and-wall-st
In a major turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has called the Chinese start-up DeepSeek a ''game-changer'' for the future of artificial intelligence (AI), urging the U.S. tech industry to "wake up" in response to the sudden disruption the company has caused. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/murderer-behind-bars-gives-controversial-podcast-interview
In a bizarre and controversial turn of events, Loy Dejan, a notorious four-time murderer, has made waves by giving an online interview from his prison cell, further igniting concerns over the rampant use of mobile phones inside Cyprus' Central Prison....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-declares-immigration-emergency-in-first-act
On his first day back in the White House, President Donald Trump hit the ground running, signing a wave of executive actions aimed at undoing much of his predecessor’s legacy. The day was packed with bold decisions, controversial pardons, and a few unexpected twists....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/community-demands-action-after-fatal-dog-attack-in-oroklini
A heartbreaking incident in Oroklini has ignited a wave of outrage and heated discussion among residents after a beloved cat, Mr. T, was killed by a dog that reportedly entered a private garden. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/outrage-in-nicosia-as-neo-nazi-symbols-deface-village-buildings
Several buildings in the village of Deftera, located in the Nicosia district, were defaced with Nazi symbols and slogans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akamas-contractor-s-agreement-being-terminated
The Agriculture Minister, Maria Panayiotou, informed the Parliamentary Committee on Environment that the contract with the Akamas contractor is being terminated due to breached terms. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transformative-projects-to-redefine-the-capital
The heart of Cyprus is beating stronger as Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, unveiled a series of exciting projects that promise to transform the city....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legendary-olympian-and-holocaust-survivor-agnes-keleti-passes-away-at-103
Born Ágnes Klein on January 9, 1921, in Budapest, she began her gymnastics training at the age of 4 and became the Hungarian National Champion by 16....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/devastating-plane-crash-in-south-korea-claims-167-lives
In a devastating aviation accident, a Jeju Air passenger plane burst into flames Sunday after skidding off the runway at Muan Airport in South Korea. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-calls-for-cyprus-reunification-in-christmas-message
Pope Francis' recent Christmas message, which included a call for a solution to the longstanding Cyprus issue, has once again highlighted international attention on the divided island and emphasized the need for renewed peace talks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-s-mental-decline-alleged-from-day-one
The Wall Street Journal has made a striking revelation about Joe Biden's presidency, claiming in an article that associates and White House staff knew from his first day in office that there were concerns about his mental state. ...
