https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-tourism-of-tomorrow-at-the-heart-of-europe
Europe’s sustainable tourism community will gather in Nicosia. The Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative (CSTI) celebrates 20 years of meaningful action in advancing sustainable tourism by organising a high-level European conference titled: “European Conference on Sustainable Tourism - Celebrating 20 Years of CSTI Leadership in Sustainability (2006–2026)”, held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-xeros-and-dhiarizos-valleys-could-soon-join-the-unesco-biosphere-reserve-network
Efforts are underway to advance the inclusion of the Xeros and Dhiarizos river valleys in UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves, with a series of community-focused meetings recently held in Paphos District....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-human-rights-blind-spot-as-cyprus-still-lacks-legal-protection-for-guide-dogs
A significant gap in Cyprus’s legal framework regarding the rights of persons with disabilities to be accompanied by guide dogs has been highlighted in a recent report by the Commissioner for Administration and the Protection of Human Rights....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/real-madrid-tops-deloitte-football-money-league-as-clubs-achieve-record-€12-4bn-revenue
The top 20 revenue generating clubs in world football generated over €12bn in revenue for the first time, according to the 29th edition of the Football Money League published by the Deloitte Sports Business Group. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-chihuahuas-abandoned-in-nicosia-park
Two tiny Chihuahuas were left behind like they didn’t matter....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sea-turtle-incident-triggers-disciplinary-probe-in-chloraka
Authorities in western Paphos have ordered a disciplinary investigation after the discovery of a dead sea turtle on a beach in Chloraka, an incident that sparked public outrage and heartbreak among residents and animal lovers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/domestic-violence-reports-rise-in-cyprus-as-police-panic-button-sees-first-emergency-use
Reports of domestic violence to police increased in 2025, continuing a trend that authorities say reflects growing public trust and greater willingness by victims to come forward....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/public-outrage-after-video-shows-turtle-slammed-to-the-ground
A video that quickly spread online has sparked public outrage and a police investigation after a turtle was found dead in a coastal area of Paphos, with authorities probing possible violations of animal protection laws....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-christmas-villages-boom-faces-backlash-after-pony-dies
Cyprus’ Christmas Villages are bigger and more popular than ever, drawing thousands of visitors and boosting local economies. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akamas-roads-could-do-more-harm-than-good-environment-watchdog-warns
The road works in Akamas are not just unfinished; they may be actively putting the area at risk....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/government-moves-to-protect-low-income-pensioners-from-benefit-losses
The government has decided to shield low-income pensioners from losing benefits as a result of upcoming pension increases, a move expected to support around 24,000 households....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/brigitte-bardot-french-screen-icon-and-later-political-firebrand-dies-aged-91
Brigitte Bardot, one of the most recognisable figures in the history of French cinema, has died at the age of 91, according to an announcement by the Brigitte Bardot Foundation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/disability-support-allowance-exposed-as-inadequate-for-real-home-care-needs
A man with a recognized disability has spoken out about the severe gap between state support and the real cost of daily care, describing an undignified reality for people with disabilities who live alone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-pays-drivers-stuck-with-faulty-airbags-€100-per-week-for-waiting
The Cypriot government has handed out one-time payments to drivers whose cars were grounded because of faulty airbags, a move aimed at easing frustration and financial strain caused by a nationwide vehicle recall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/india-s-historic-labour-reforms-building-a-fair-modern-and-inclusive-work-ecosystem
India stands at a pivotal moment in its economic journey. As the nation accelerates toward becoming a global economic powerhouse, the Government has undertaken a historic transformation of its labour laws—consolidating 29 fragmented labour statutes into four comprehensive Labour Codes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/out-about/christmas-magic-lights-up-the-presidential-palace
The festive spirit is set to sparkle once again as the Presidential Palace opens its gates to the public for its annual Christmas Village....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/roll-up-your-sleeves-christodoulides-tells-new-ministers-to-get-to-work
Cyprus’ new Cabinet officially took the reins Monday, and President Nikos Christodoulides had a clear message: roll up your sleeves, stay sharp, and get ready for some tough work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/soaked-and-forgotten-viral-video-exposes-cyprus-failing-animal-protections-video
It’s sadly not unusual in Cyprus to see animals left out in the elements, tied to a tree, staked in a field, expected to “be fine.” But a video that went viral over the weekend forced a harder conversation about what “fine” really looks like: a shivering donkey...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hundreds-in-cyprus-left-scrambling-for-shelter-every-year
Cyprus faces a relatively small but persistent homelessness challenge, with authorities estimating that between 200 and 250 people require housing support each year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-announces-cabinet-shake-up-new-ministers-set-to-take-office
President Nikos Christodoulides announced a series of changes to his cabinet Friday, naming new ministers and officials across key government posts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/child-welfare-commissioner-steps-in-after-child-found-locked-outside-facility
Cyprus’ Commissioner for the Protection of the Rights of the Child, Elena Pericleous, visited a state-run accommodation facility on Wednesday after a troubling incident in which a child was found outside the building and unable to get in, a case first brought to light by national broadcaster RIK....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gun-rules-tightened-kids-get-a-vote-in-policy
Parliament was busy yesterday, approving two eye-catching moves: tighter rules on gun licenses and a major upgrade for the Cyprus Children’s Parliament. Both decisions reflect the government’s focus on safety and citizen participation, from adults to students....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/revenue-slumps-budget-spending-trails-in-cyprus
By the end of October 2025, Cyprus had collected 65% of its planned state revenues, while government spending reached just 59% of the budget, according to the General Accounting Office....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/animal-party-cyprus-questions-police-handling-of-alleged-cat-abduction-and-consumption
A controversy has emerged in Nicosia after claims surfaced regarding the alleged capture and consumption of cats by unidentified individuals. The dispute has drawn attention from the Animal Party Cyprus (APC), the police, and local media....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/migration-s-mark-on-the-cypriot-economy-and-society
New data from the Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection shows the Cypriot economy’s heavy reliance on foreign workers who reside and work on the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/human-trafficking-data-show-rising-pressures-in-cyprus
Cyprus has maintained its Tier 1 ranking in the U.S. Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, a recognition of the country’s sustained and organized efforts to combat human trafficking. But recent data show the issue remains complex and multifaceted....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-animal-police…-are-they-on-a-break
I know this isn’t ''hard news'' for some, no ministers, no scandals, no new roundabouts being announced. But bear with me. Because not caring for animals is just a hop, skip, and a jump from not caring for people....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/animal-shelter-faces-crisis-as-volunteers-protest-planned-removal-of-2-000-animals
Volunteers at a privately run animal shelter in the Paphos district say they face a crisis as a court order and landowner dispute threaten the wellbeing of roughly 2,000 animals under their care.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/petrolina-grand-sponsor-of-the-8th-radisson-blu-larnaka-international-marathon
Petrolina, the Grand Sponsor since the very first year of the Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon, continues to energise one of Cyprus’s most significant sporting events....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-this-week-banks-mots-and-tax-talks-stir-debate
Cyprus’ headlines this week reflect a mix of economic, labor, and public safety issues, from banks rewarding employees handsomely to questions about who is really keeping the country’s roads safe. ...
