https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/90-palestinian-prisoners-freed-as-hamas-releases-israeli-hostages
In an emotional scene early this morning, a jubilant crowd gathered in the West Bank as two buses carrying Palestinian prisoners passed through Beituniya on their way to Ramallah....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-scandal-rocks-church-of-cyprus
The Church of Cyprus is facing a fresh wave of scandal, this time involving two clerics accused of unethical behavior. The new allegations have recently come to light,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-at-a-political-crossroads-new-faces-big-promises-and-uncertain-futures
The political landscape in Cyprus is shifting, as traditional parties face growing public frustration and new figures step into the spotlight. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-sanctions-hit-two-cyprus-based-companies
In the latest wave of sanctions targeting entities aiding Russia’s war on Ukraine, two Cyprus-based companies have found themselves under the spotlight, further deepening the political tension surrounding the ongoing conflict....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hospitals-brace-for-more-visits-as-infections-rise-with-school-reopenings
Seasonal infections are picking up across Cyprus, with flu cases, the RSV virus, and COVID-19 leading the charge....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trudeau-poised-to-resign-as-liberal-leader-sources-say
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau may be preparing to resign as leader of the Liberal Party after nearly a decade in power, according to a source familiar with his plans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-china-rolls-into-the-future-with-ai-patrol-bots
Picture this: a sleek, autonomous spherical robot cruising down city streets or splashing through puddles at 22 mph, on the hunt for potential wrongdoers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-to-tour-uss-indiana-submarine-in-limassol
President Nicos Christodoulides is set to visit the USS Indiana, a U.S. nuclear submarine, on Tuesday afternoon. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/santa-clad-bikers-bring-holiday-joy-to-makarios-hospital
For the ninth consecutive Christmas Eve, the rumble of engines echoed through the streets of Nicosia, but it wasn’t just another biker parade, it was the Chopper Club Cyprus on a heartfelt mission to spread joy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/how-the-european-artificial-intelligence-ai-act-will-transform-auditing-and-financial-reporting-and-the-crucial-role-of-the-external-auditor
The European Union took a bold step in August 2024 by adopting the AI Act, a landmark regulation designed to ensure that Artificial Intelligence systems are safe, ethical, and transparent. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/donald-trump-s-new-home-alone-hairdo-sparks-internet-frenzy-bold-or-bewildering-video
In a move that has left the internet in a tizzy, President-elect Donald Trump debuted a windswept, gravity-defying new hairstyle during a round of golf at his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-all-the-magic-happening-at-parklane-resort-spa-in-limassol-this-holiday-season
This holiday season, Parklane, Limassol's luxury resort, invites you to experience something truly extraordinary. A magical world where the enchantment of Christmas blends with the mysterious beauty of the ocean depths. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-dubai-cracking-down-on-drug-lords-and-money-launderers
Dubai’s glitzy reputation as a playground for Europe’s most notorious drug lords and money launderers may finally be under threat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/francois-bayrou-appointed-france-s-new-prime-minister
In a move aimed at stabilizing France's fractured political landscape, President Emmanuel Macron has appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister, the Elysée announced on Friday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-man-is-entitled-to-do-whatever-he-wants-–-kostas-malekkos
A wave of criticism has followed controversial comments made by former footballer Kostas Malekkos on a popular TV show, with the Pancyprian Association of Single Parent Families and Friends demanding accountability from both the police and the Broadcasting Authority....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/internet-sleuths-go-silent-on-ceo-s-murder
In the wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder in New York City, a striking silence has emerged from the typically active online community of amateur internet sleuths....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-rally-in-tbilisi-for-fifth-night-as-pm-condemns-pro-european-protests
For the fifth night in a row, thousands of demonstrators filled the streets of Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, protesting the government’s recent decision to suspend its pursuit of European Union (EU) membership....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snow-blankets-troodos-mountains-ski-season-is-nearly-here
The first snowfall has transformed the Troodos Mountains into a stunning winter wonderland, setting the stage for the upcoming ski season. With snow now covering the peaks, it’s just a matter of time before the slopes are ready for skiing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wild-winds-and-stormy-seas-as-cyprus-braces-for-unusual-winter-surge
A peculiar weather system has swept across Cyprus, bringing unusually strong gusts of cold wind to the island. However, conditions are expected to gradually improve starting tomorrow as the cold air mass begins to recede....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/sip-swirl-and-savor-the-essence-of-cyprus-most-ancient-grape-variety
If you love wine or just enjoy a good story, you won’t want to miss the celebration of Cyprus’ prized Maratheftiko grape happening in Paphos on November 28th....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-embassy-slams-icc-s-arrest-warrants-for-netanyahu-and-gallant
In a strong rebuttal to the International Criminal Court's (ICC) recent arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, the Israeli Embassy in Cyprus accused the court of undermining its own credibility and legitimacy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ellen-degeneres-joins-americans-eyeing-life-abroad-after-trump-s-return-to-power
Former talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres is trading sunny California for the picturesque Cotswolds in England, following Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential election victory....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-anti-corruption-authority-s-major-investigations-near-completion
The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority of Cyprus is making waves as it tackles high-profile investigations into alleged corruption, including the controversial ''gold passports'' scheme, claims of a ''state mafia,'' and other issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/indian-whisky-steps-up-a-new-contender-on-the-global-stage
India is shaking up the whisky world, blending centuries-old traditions with modern-day distilling to create whiskies that are finally getting noticed globally....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-real-estate-fourth-cheapest-in-europe-draws-foreign-buyers
The Greek real estate market has significant prospects for establishing itself as one of the main destinations for foreign home buyers, being the fourth cheapest in Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/trump-s-win-coffee-with-erdogan-and-the-presidential-spin-a-dose-of-cyprus-reality
For anyone worried that Trump’s election might throw off our strategic ties with the U.S.—those essential space collaborations and our participation in the Star Wars program—the Presidential Palace has assured us that a ''close associate'' of Trump recently reached out to our very own Nicos!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/coffee-island-enters-india-sets-sights-on-multinational-growth
Coffee Island, the popular Greek coffee chain, is making waves in the global market with its first store opening in India, set for December in New Delhi....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/techisland-invest-cyprus-team-up-to-attract-global-tech-investment
In a move expected to enhance Cyprus’s appeal as a tech hub, TechIsland has signed an agreement with Invest Cyprus to attract more foreign investors, with a particular focus on the technology sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-floods-205-dead-and-50-arrested-for-looting-in-valencia
The death toll from historic flash floods in eastern Spain reached at least 205 people on Friday, with many more believed missing as shock transformed into anger, frustration, and solidarity among survivors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/saudi-arabia-s-sindalah-island-opens-as-year-round-superyacht-paradise
Tucked in the Red Sea, the new luxury island of Sindalah has officially opened, bringing high-end resorts, a yacht club, and a marina to Saudi Arabia's coastline. ...
