https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/german-teen-backpackers-deported-from-hawaii-over-hotel-mix-up
What was meant to be a sun-soaked five-week stopover in Hawaii turned into a harrowing ordeal for two German teenagers, who were arrested, detained, and ultimately deported—because they didn’t have a hotel booking....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/faith-fire-and-flaounes-as-cyprus-comes-together-for-pascha
Orthodox Easter, the highlight of the liturgical year for the Greek Orthodox world, holds an even greater significance in Cyprus than in neighboring Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/six-foreigners-living-in-cyprus-keep-their-easter-traditions-alive
In a country like Cyprus, long a crossroads of cultures, thousands of people from all corners of the globe have built new lives here....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/this-isn-t-about-headscarves-it-s-about-who-we-are
For nearly a month, Turkish Cypriot teachers have been protesting against the introduction of headscarves in secondary schools, standing in defense of secular education....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-the-lambradja-tradition-a-rite-of-youth-or-just-lawlessness-in-disguise
Every Easter, Cyprus lights up with the glow of lambradjas, towering bonfires that have become a deeply rooted tradition for many communities. But what exactly are they today? A fun way for young people to bond and celebrate, or a risky ritual teetering on chaos?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kathikas-brings-back-the-passion-a-village-s-good-friday-tradition-lives-on
The mountain village of Kathikas in the Paphos district is once again bringing history and faith to life tonight, Good Friday, as locals prepare to take part in a powerful and moving reenactment of Christ’s path to Golgotha, a tradition that’s now been going strong for nearly half a century....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/larnaca-airport-chaos-as-easter-travel-meets-classic-cyprus-preparation
Ah, Easter in Cyprus. A time for candlelight, family meals, and—if you’re flying through Larnaca Airport—plenty of waiting around, confusion, and gritted teeth....
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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-thursday-brings-sunshine-and-stillness
As the faithful begin preparations for Easter, the weather is keeping pace with the spirit of the season—gentle and calm. A mild high-pressure system is setting the tone, bringing mostly clear skies and a touch of serenity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/amazon-executives-visit-cyprus-amid-tech-talks
Senior Amazon executives arrived in Cyprus on Tuesday as part of follow-up talks stemming from a recent government delegation visit to Silicon Valley....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-day-another-corruption-storm-as-president-slams-auditor-s-claims
Once again, Cyprus finds itself in the shadow of controversy, with fresh corruption claims raising eyebrows across the political spectrum. This time, the storm centers around an events venue in Nicosia — and whether the President himself had anything to do with how it got its license....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-quiet-forecast-for-a-solemn-week
Good morning. As we move through Holy Week and approach Easter, the weather remains calm and steady, a fitting backdrop for reflection and quiet moments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/president-unveils-brain-gain-campaign-and-silicon-valley-ties-at-economic-conference
Cyprus is aiming high with a bold economic strategy that puts young people, innovation, and foreign investment at the center of the island’s future....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/holy-week-weather-calm-skies-gentle-breezes-and-a-hint-of-dust-on-good-friday
As Holy Week carries us gently toward Easter, the weather seems to be following suit with a quiet and peaceful mood....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/students-stand-by-teachers-in-headscarf-showdown
Students at Bekirpaşa High School made a bold statement on Monday, showing up to class dressed in black T-shirts to support their teachers in an ongoing dispute over a controversial new rule allowing headscarves in schools....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/what-kind-of-education-do-we-really-want
Two separate incidents last week reignited an uncomfortable but necessary question: What kind of education do we really want? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/buffer-zone-tensions-and-crossing-point-deadlocks-test-peace-process
The period following the informal five-party summit in Geneva and the subsequent meeting of the two Cypriot leaders on the island is shaping up to be a diplomatically crucial time. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spring-sunshine-sets-the-tone-for-holy-week-in-cyprus
As Holy Week begins, Cyprus is experiencing a mix of spring sunshine and patchy clouds, with weak low pressure currently affecting the island. Starting Tuesday, high pressure is expected to settle in, setting the tone for more stable weather as we move closer to Easter Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-youtuber-sparks-racism-row-at-ledra-checkpoint
A Turkish Cypriot social media figure has ignited a storm online after he was denied entry into the Republic-controlled areas of Cyprus, posting a fiery video accusing crossing point workers of racism and discrimination against Turkish Cypriots....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-tariffs-aren-t-the-real-threat-cyprus-needs-a-wake-up-call
The first reaction in Cyprus to Trump’s tariffs was the worry that halloumi, salt, and olive oil would become more expensive....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-lawmakers-say-no-more-slaps-on-the-wrist-for-animal-cruelty-cases
People who abuse animals in Cyprus could soon face much tougher consequences after Parliament passed a new law late Thursday aimed at cracking down on cruelty....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/winds-of-easter-change-cyprus-preps-for-a-breezy-bumpy-weekend
Good morning, Cyprus! It’s Friday, the weekend is within arm’s reach, and Easter is just a hop, skip and a 'tsougrisma' away. But before we bust out the lamb skewers and red eggs, let’s talk weather....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-coroner-shouts-suicide-at-grieving-mother-in-thanasis-nicolaou-case
A state forensic pathologist who originally ruled Thanasis Nicolaou’s death a suicide reportedly shouted at the victim’s grieving mother in court this week, insisting her son ''was not murdered'' and died by suicide, reigniting public outrage over the long-running case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-bright-future-for-cyprus-cruise-industry
Cyprus’ cruise industry has been impacted by several events of the past few years. The Covid-19 pandemic was a significant setback, bringing operations to a near halt for extended periods. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cautious-optimism-for-easter-bookings-in-cyprus
Tourism officials are expressing cautious optimism about Cyprus’ 2025 Easter holiday season, with early bookings and rising airport traffic pointing to another strong year for the island’s travel sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ankara-hands-off-thousands-march-in-occupied-areas-against-headscarf-rule-video
A surge of anger and resistance swept through occupied Nicosia this week as thousands of Turkish Cypriots took to the streets, pushing back against a controversial new regulation that makes the wearing of headscarves compulsory in schools....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-dam-at-risk-of-drying-up-and-soon
The latest data from the Water Development Department bring Cyprus one step closer to the grim prospect of dry dams, possibly by the end of 2025, according to official estimates....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/silicon-valley-backed-trump-but-gets-no-favor-in-return
Silicon Valley's top tech titans may have bet big on Donald Trump’s second term, but they’re finding little return on their investment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-bring-dire-wolf-back-to-life-after-12-000-years
For centuries, the dire wolf was relegated to the pages of fantasy novels and the ancient bones of North America....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-offered-zero-for-zero-tariff-deal-before-trump-s-trade-war
The European Union says it tried to stop a trade war before it started, offering Donald Trump a clean-slate deal to scrap tariffs on cars and a bunch of industrial goods. But the U.S. didn’t bite. Now the EU is done waiting....
