https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-consistently-supports-youth-through-the-cyprus-red-cross-society-s-pancyprian-camp
With a substantial contribution to the Cyprus Red Cross’ Youth Section, Lidl Cyprus supported, for yet another year, a week filled with experiences, learning and social empowerment for 50 students from all over Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erhurman-says-no-formal-cyprus-plan-exists
Diplomatic activity surrounding the Cyprus issue is set to increase this month, following the conclusion of parliamentary elections and the end of the Republic of Cyprus's term heading the Council of the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-envoy-faces-pushback-from-turkish-cypriot-leadership-during-renewed-peace-drive
United Nations Personal Envoy María Ángela Holguín is making a fresh push to revive the long-dormant Cyprus peace process, calling the current diplomatic landscape an unprecedented opportunity for a permanent settlement. However, her efforts have drawn sharp criticism from the Turkish Cypriot leadership, exposing the deep divisions that persist on the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-court-sentences-fake-psychologist-to-six-years-for-abusing-teenage-patient
An unlicensed practitioner acting as a psychologist in Cyprus has received a six-year prison sentence following his conviction for the sexual abuse of a 17-year-old patient....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-says-it-s-turning-things-around-but-traffic-and-bills-still-bite
''During the first year, we simply kept quiet and worked,'' the Municipality of Nicosia said as it presented its two-year progress report, highlighting significant steps in financial recovery, organisational restructuring, and the development course of the capital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-metropolitan-of-paphos-gregory-formally-ordained-in-nicosia-church-ceremony
The Church of Cyprus on Thursday officially ordained its new Metropolitan of Paphos, Gregory, in a solemn ceremony held at the Cathedral of Apostle Barnabas in Nicosia, marking a major leadership change in one of the island’s most historic dioceses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/free-breakfast-for-3-600-kindergarten-children-in-cyprus
More than 3,600 kindergarten children in Cyprus are now receiving free breakfast at public schools in Larnaca and free Famagusta, under a new pilot program launched by the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-celebrates-first-student-accepted-to-u-s-naval-academy
Cyprus has marked a small but symbolic milestone in its defense relations with the United States, as a Cypriot student prepares to join one of the most prestigious military academies in the world for the first time....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/technical-gymnasiums-to-open-in-famagusta-and-paphos-for-first-time
Technical Gymnasiums will operate in four districts during the 2026 to 2027 school year after the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth decided to expand the programme to Famagusta and Paphos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-fans-offered-free-chance-to-watch-england-under-18s-in-achna
Football fans in Cyprus will have the chance to watch England’s under-18 national team in action this week, with two international friendlies scheduled at Dasaki Stadium in Achna....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-coffee-shops-to-tiktok-how-cyprus-elections-changed-forever
Over the past few years, social media has completely changed the way election campaigns are run, and this election season in Cyprus may have shown that more clearly than ever before. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-orthodox-priest-turning-byzantine-chant-into-metal-video
A Greek Orthodox priest has unexpectedly attracted international attention after releasing an experimental metal album blending Byzantine chant with heavy, atmospheric soundscapes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-student-wins-gold-at-european-informatics-competition
Cyprus earned another major distinction in computer science after winning a gold medal for the second year in a row at the European Girls’ Olympiad in Informatics 2026, held in Italy from May 12 to 18....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-dianellios-school-site-in-larnaca-set-for-major-comeback
More than 10 years after the former Dianellios Technical School in Larnaca shut its doors, the site is expected to come back to life in the coming years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/stelios-bi-communal-awards-for-business-co-operation-in-cyprus
For the 16th consecutive year, the Stelios Bi-Communal Awards for Business Co-operation in Cyprus reaffirm their pivotal role in strengthening bi-communal collaboration on the island by creating business opportunities and encouraging shared growth and peaceful coexistence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/air-conditioning-to-be-ready-in-schools-before-summer-exams
Air conditioning installation in schools is advancing ahead of the summer season, with authorities aiming to complete key phases in time for student exams and extend coverage across all education levels by 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-claims-silver-and-strong-finishes-at-european-judo-hopes-in-bosnia
Cyprus celebrated an impressive showing at the European Judo Hopes tournament held in Bosnia, where the national delegation delivered strong performances and earned multiple top placements....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tops-eu-in-social-media-use-among-young-people
In 2025, 98.25% of individuals aged 16-29 in Cyprus reported using social networking platforms, placing the country at the top among the 19 EU member states with available data....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/easter-bonfires-go-ahead-under-strict-controls-and-heightened-policing
Authorities across Cyprus are stepping up safety measures and enforcement efforts ahead of Easter, as the long-standing tradition of lambratzies (Easter bonfires) continues to be observed under tighter regulation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-crackdown-on-fires-and-firecrackers-finds-13-year-old-with-knife
Police carried out overnight operations aimed at curbing the use of firecrackers and the lighting of Easter bonfires, responding to multiple incidents across different areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/on-duty-firefighters-attacked-by-youths-in-trachoni-and-polemidia
Public sector unions have issued a strong denunciation following a series of violent incidents targeting firefighters while on duty....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-500-school-violence-incidents-recorded-in-cyprus-during-2024-2025
A nationwide report on school safety has revealed that 510 incidents of violence were documented across Cyprus during the 2024–2025 academic year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-uncover-molotov-cocktails-while-bonfire-and-firecracker-incidents-spread
Police across Cyprus stepped up patrols and inspections over the past day and night in an effort to curb the use of firecrackers, prevent the lighting of traditional Easter bonfires (“lambratzies”), and reduce youth-related disturbances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-cyprus-continues-its-dynamic-and-timeless-presence-at-the-ayia-napa-youth-soccer-festival-as-a-platinum-sponsor
Lidl Cyprus is once again dynamically participating in the Ayia Napa Youth Soccer Festival 2026 as a Platinum Sponsor, actively supporting one of the most important youth soccer events in the region. With a firm commitment to promoting balanced nutrition and physical activity, the company continues to strengthen initiatives that encourage children and young people to adopt a more active and healthy lifestyle....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-11-000-illegal-fireworks-confiscated-so-far-in-2026
Authorities in Cyprus are continuing a nationwide effort to curb dangerous activities linked to Easter bonfires and firecrackers, with officials reporting thousands of confiscations already this year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pwc-foundation-promotes-financial-literacy-among-young-people-during-global-money-week-2026
PwC Cyprus and the PwC Foundation actively supported Global Money Week 2026, which took place from 16 to 22 March 2026, by implementing the educational programme “Financial Literacy” for the fourth consecutive year. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/toyota-cyprus-holds-16th-annual-dream-car-contest-for-young-artists
For the 16th consecutive year, Toyota Cyprus took part in the global Toyota Dream Car Art Contest 2026, a painting competition organized by Toyota Motor Corporation for children up to 15 years old. This year’s theme was ''Your Dream Car.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-and-uefa-launch-unique-strategic-partnership
Lidl becomes a UEFA Take Care Nutrition and Grassroots Partner and, through this partnership, creates societal value through the connection of sport and conscious nutrition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/yes-i-can-inspiring-paralympic-photo-exhibition-takes-over-limassol-s-molos
The heart of Limassol has been transformed into a gallery of courage and resilience with the official opening of the “Yes, I Can” photo exhibition at the Molos seafront. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/one-in-four-children-in-the-eu-at-risk-of-poverty-or-social-exclusion
Around a quarter of children living in the European Union, close to 20 million across its 27 member states, are currently exposed to the risk of poverty or social exclusion, Cyprus’ Deputy Minister of Social Welfare Clea Papaellina said on Monday in Brussels....
