https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/old-money-meets-new-as-nine-european-banks-back-euro-stablecoin-despite-ecb-fears
Europe’s biggest banks are dipping their toes into crypto waters. Nine major lenders, including ING, UniCredit and DekaBank, are banding together to launch a euro-backed stablecoin later this year, even as the European Central Bank warns such digital tokens could shake financial stability....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/desalination-plant-in-kouklia-fully-operational
The Kouklia Desalination Plant has been restored and returned to full operation, according to an announcement by the Water Development Department of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-launches-international-campaign-lidl-more-to-value-with-a-clear-message-to-the-people
Today, Lidl launches its first international brand campaign in 31 European countries under the claim “Lidl. More to Value.”. This campaign is more than just an advertising message - it is a promise and an emotional bridge to our customers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-weather-report-temperatures-strut-above-average-summer-refuses-to-leave-the-party
Today, the weather has decided to play nice: skies mostly clear, perfect for sunglasses, iced coffee, and pretending it’s not Monday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/your-delightfully-dramatic-weather-dispatch
A moody low-pressure system has decided to park itself over our lovely region, presumably because it heard about our excellent hospitality and refuses to leave....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cranky-clouds-and-confused-winds-the-weather-report-that-s-basically-a-teenager
Hold onto your hats, because the weather gods have decided to play a little game of "hot, then not." According to our very serious, very scientific bulletin, a "seasonal low-pressure system is affecting the area." ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-rentals-from-pocket-change-to-are-you-kidding-me
Forget golden toilets or a private helicopter pad, though for €45,000 a month, you might expect both. That’s the going rent for Cyprus’ most expensive apartment, listed right now in Limassol, according to Bazaraki....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-water-worries-put-to-rest
Residents of Paphos can breathe easier when it comes to drinking water. Government officials say new desalination units will secure supply for the district through at least 2026, regardless of rainfall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/can-cyprus-become-europe-s-fire-shield
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed setting up a new European firefighting hub in Cyprus, a first-of-its-kind plan that could boost fire protection in the region, but so far, it’s long on promise and short on details....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snake-sightings-in-limassol-pools-raise-safety-concerns-video
Residents in the Limassol district are being advised to check their swimming pools after several reports of snakes seeking water during the dry season....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/valuable-water-supply-in-paphos-locked-away-amid-red-tape
A newly drilled water well in Agia Marina Chrysochous, capable of providing tens of thousands of liters of water per hour, has sat unused for nearly three months due to a dispute between local authorities over who is responsible for its operation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-pledges-€40m-to-keep-ukrainians-warm-this-winter
As Ukraine braces for its fourth winter under Russian attack, the European Union is sending an extra €40 million in humanitarian aid to help civilians survive freezing temperatures and war damage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-roads-get-a-makeover
Cyprus is moving forward with several major road projects aimed at making travel easier, safer, and faster while also supporting local development....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-in-cyprus-sizzling-sun-and-striking-workers
Good morning, Cyprus! It’s September 11, a day remembered around the world. Here at home, though, we have our own headlines: a nationwide workers’ strike is scheduled for today, and if that isn’t enough drama, the heat is making a grand return....
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/comment/opinion/the-president-the-hunters-and-the-greens-arrows
The President feels he’s co-governing with nearly every party except AKEL and ELAM. He even claims he’s fully following the policies of DISY, naturally causing multiple strokes at DIKO, EDEK, and DIPA. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-strike-kills-11-on-boat-with-alleged-drugs-onboard
The Pentagon is vowing more military action against drug cartels after a U.S. strike in the Caribbean killed 11 people on a speedboat, though officials have offered no evidence the vessel carried narcotics....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/i-know-some-history-shall-we-take-a-little-stroll
While it would be enough for anyone genuinely interested in learning what happened in Machairas in March 1957, and forming their own view, to read the relevant literature, whether right-wing, British, leftist, centrist, or from any other perspective, many instead watch a podcast by an ignorant MEP....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/homeowners-to-receive-state-aid-for-storm-damaged-solar-water-heaters
Homeowners whose solar water heaters were damaged during severe weather in February will receive financial assistance by the end of October, the government announced Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-forecast-clear-skies-with-a-side-of-attitude
A seasonal low-pressure system is still keeping things lively without really overstaying its welcome....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-turns-to-goats-and-gps-in-wildfire-fight
Cyprus is turning to an unlikely firefighter: the goat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dog-attack-sends-toddler-to-hospital-in-limassol
A 2-year-old girl was injured Sunday when a dog attacked her at the waterfalls in Foini, Limassol District, authorities said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/garbage-piles-up-at-popular-kritou-terra-landmark
Once celebrated as one of the island’s natural jewels, the Kritou Terra waterfalls have now been marred by garbage, sparking strong reactions from locals and visitors alike....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-major-dams-nearly-dry-as-summer-ends
Most of Argaka Dam is nearly dry, with its capacity dropping to 1.3% and just 11,000 cubic meters of water remaining, according to Cyprus Weather Enthusiasts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/limassol-wildfire-solved-two-cigarette-butts-take-the-blame
I read a headline claiming the Limassol wildfire saga is officially closed. The culprits? Two pristine cigarette butts, not even a scorch mark on them, are now expected to take full responsibility and apologize....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gal-gadot-spotted-enjoying-summer-in-paphos
Hollywood actress Gal Gadot is spending her summer in Paphos, enjoying the island’s clear waters and Mediterranean sunshine....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-summer-showers-surprise-cyprus-mountains-as-august-rains-sweep-in
Summer rains drenched the mountains of Cyprus on Wednesday, providing an unusual mid-season spectacle as clouds unleashed heavy showers across the island’s highlands....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ex-abramovich-yacht-directors-face-€25m-tax-evasion-trial-in-cyprus
Former directors of a company tied to Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich’s superyachts are set to face trial in Cyprus over a €25 million VAT tax evasion case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/majority-of-wildfire-aid-distributed-government-says
Authorities in Cyprus say most of the emergency relief promised to families hit by last month’s devastating wildfires in the Limassol district has already been distributed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akamas-can-t-take-more-compromises-federation-warns
The Federation of Environmental Organizations of Cyprus is urging the government to fully enforce protection measures in the Akamas National Forest Park, warning that the landmark region “cannot withstand further concessions or compromises.”...