https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfires-turn-malibu-and-hollywood-hills-into-a-charred-wasteland
The skies above Los Angeles resemble a post-apocalyptic scene as wildfires continue to wreak havoc across the county. Malibu, the Hollywood Hills, and surrounding neighborhoods have been hit especially hard, forcing thousands to evacuate and leaving destruction in their wake....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-warn-of-dangerous-products-in-the-european-market
Dangerous products and items containing hazardous chemicals have been identified in the European market, according to an announcement by the Labour Inspection Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/antidepressants-exposed-myths-controversies-and-the-truth-behind-the-pills
Even if you’ve never taken antidepressants, you’re likely familiar with the criticism and controversy surrounding them....
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/elderly-couple-dies-in-house-fire
A devastating fire late Tuesday night claimed the lives of a married couple, casting a shadow of sorrow during the holiday season. The victims, identified as Evangelos Vasiliou, 73, and his wife Pantelitsa Vasiliou, 80, ...
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/video-shows-handcuffed-inmate-fatally-beaten
Shocking footage from body-worn cameras shows the violent treatment of Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate, by correctional officers at the Marcy Correctional Facility in New York....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-signs-major-deal-for-airport-upgrades-to-boost-passenger-traffic
Cyprus has officially signed an agreement to settle long-standing disputes over its international airports. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-greece-market-overview-2023-2024-and-projections-for-2025-and-beyond
The market underwent significant changes from mid-2023 onwards due to several global and regional factors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stephen-knight-is-healing-hearts-and-saving-dogs
Stephen Knight, the founder of Dogs Matter, was celebrated as CNN’s Hero of the Year for 2024, recognized for his heartfelt mission of fostering dogs while their owners focus on overcoming addiction....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-nine-year-old-among-the-dead-200-injured
A festive evening in the eastern German city of Magdeburg turned into a horrific tragedy on Friday when a car drove through a crowded Christmas market, killing five people, including a nine-year-old child, and injuring more than 200 others....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/caught-on-camera-new-website-lets-you-check-traffic-fines
Starting January 7, 2025, drivers in Cyprus will have a new, hassle-free way to check if they’ve been caught by traffic cameras. The Traffic Department, in collaboration with the system’s contractor, is rolling out a dedicated website that will allow citizens to search for pending fines online....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elpis-is-a-lifeline-for-victims-of-domestic-violence
The “ELPIS” application, designed specifically for victims of domestic violence at high risk, will become operational in the coming days....
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/cyprus-police-cars-affected-by-takata-airbag-recall
Following the Cyprus government’s announcement to recall around 50,000 vehicles due to faulty Takata airbags, the issue is now extending to the Cyprus Police force....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mps-set-to-vote-on-over-100-bills-today-including-5-tax-on-banks-and-car-recalls
In today's last plenary session before the Christmas holidays, Cypriot MPs will vote on over 100 bills and legislative proposals, with attention focusing on several high-profile issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/city-engineers-investigate-balcony-collapse-in-neapolis
The Limassol Municipality has issued warnings to 400 buildings for necessary repairs, with 130 of them officially declared dangerous....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nato-surrounds-chinese-ship-over-undersea-cable-sabotage
Authorities are investigating the deliberate cutting of two undersea internet cables connecting Finland and Sweden to Central Europe last week, suspecting sabotage by a Chinese cargo vessel. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-kyriakides-earns-an-a-for-health-leadership
The European Commission's first team under Ursula von der Leyen for the 2019-2024 term has had a tumultuous and significant five years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/are-you-driving-an-unsafe-car-gaps-in-recall-alerts-spark-concern-in-cyprus
Car safety in Cyprus is under the spotlight as gaps in the vehicle recall system are leaving drivers unknowingly at risk. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-embassy-in-kyiv-closes-amid-major-airstrike-threat
The United States has temporarily closed its embassy in Kyiv, citing credible intelligence about a potential major airstrike on November 20. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/road-to-nowhere-as-paphos-polis-project-hits-a-dead-end
The long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road project has hit a major roadblock, with construction halted at just 21% completion and the Republic of Cyprus now facing legal challenges from the former contractor, INTRAKAT. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paralimni-deryneia-officials-shut-down-abandoned-war-zone-apartments
In a bold move to improve living conditions and protect its reputation, the Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia has shut down a derelict apartment complex that had become a danger to health and safety....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/understanding-surrogacy-in-cyprus-a-legal-guide-to-the-legal-process
Motherhood is a significant milestone in every woman's life, but for some, the journey to having biological children can be challenging. Due to medical conditions or infertility, many women and couples find themselves unable to conceive naturally. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dbrs-morningstar-cyprus-shows-strong-recovery-in-tackling-bad-loans
Cyprus is starting to see some positive shifts in its financial sector, particularly when it comes to tackling non-performing loans (NPLs) – loans that borrowers have stopped paying. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-cracks-down-on-prolonged-standing-in-workplaces
Cyprus is stepping up efforts to protect workers from prolonged standing at their jobs, with a nationwide inspection campaign and stricter enforcement of new legislation aimed at improving workplace conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-join-european-crackdown-on-unsafe-truck-and-bus-driving
Cyprus Police will step up roadside inspections on truck and bus drivers from Nov. 11 to 17 as part of a Europe-wide initiative to reduce traffic accidents and promote safer roads. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-series-of-events-moments-at-the-museum-24-at-the-bank-of-cyprus-cultural-foundation
The workshop, which will take place at the Foundation's Georgios and Nefeli Tziapra Pierides Archaeological Museum, is designed for young teens and adults and combines the imaginative realms of surrealism and cubism with practical creative practices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/extreme-winds-push-california-fires-out-of-control
Fierce winds lashed California on Wednesday, feeding fast-moving wildfires that destroyed dozens of homes and forced thousands to evacuate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-ministry-inaugurates-new-motorway-that-will-ease-traffic
According to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou, Cyprus marked a milestone in its transportation network Tuesday with the inauguration of the Nicosia peripheral motorway’s first phase, a project intended to ease congestion, enhance safety, and facilitate trade across the island....
