Knews, Kathimerini Cyprus English Edition

Resurging piracy threatens Red Sea shipping lanes

Piracy is re-emerging in the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa with alarming speed, endangering both the lives of crew members and the smooth flow of international trade. ...

09/05/2024 | NEWS

U.S. ship departs Larnaca for Gaza with humanitarian aid

A U.S.-flagged ship departed from the port of Larnaca in Cyprus on Thursday morning, set to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza residents through a floating pier constructed by the United States. According to maritime transport monitoring websites cited by Reuters, the vessel is expected to reach the Palestinian enclave soon....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Household deposit rates surge as home buying loan rates dip

In March 2024, the financial landscape in Cyprus saw some interesting shifts, according to data released by the Central Bank of Cyprus. Here's a breakdown of what happened:...

09/05/2024 | BUSINESS

AstraZeneca requests withdrawal of European authorization for COVID-19 vaccine

Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has formally requested the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to withdraw the European authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria, as confirmed by the EU medicines regulator....

09/05/2024 | BUSINESS

Zakynthos' Navagio Beach shut down for second consecutive summer

Zakynthos’ Navagio beach, a popular tourist destination famous for its signature shipwreck, will remain closed to tourists for a second summer this year by ministerial order....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Transport Minister confirms Nicosia ring road on track for June 16 completion

Transport, Communications, and Works Minister Alexis Vafeadis announced on Wednesday that the Nicosia peripheral motorway project is set to be completed by June 16, 2024, ...

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Cyprus commemorates Europe Day with vibrant festivities

The Office of the European Parliament in Cyprus and the European Commission in Cyprus as well as the Presidency celebrate Europe Day with events throughout the day....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Who bears responsibility for the energy transition?

Chris Angelides serves as the Managing Director in the oil and gas consulting division of Ernst & Young LLP in Houston....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Chestertons Global launches in Cyprus

Leading international real estate firm, Chestertons Global, has announced its expansion into the Cyprus property market with the launch of Chestertons Cyprus Residential. ...

09/05/2024 | NEWS

St. Kitts and Nevis appoints Joseph Borghese as Special Envoy for FDIs

In a strategic effort to boost Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) initiatives, the Government of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis has appointed His Excellency Joseph Borghese as Special Envoy for Foreign Direct Investments. ...

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Labour minister's intervention prompts port employees to end strike

The Minister of Transport's diligent efforts to resolve the crisis among employees in the Operational Department of the Port of Larnaca have evidently yielded promising results....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Elderly couple arrested in Famagusta cannabis haul

In a targeted operation led by members of the YKAN (Famagusta Branch), a search was conducted yesterday at the residence of a 70-year-old man in the Famagusta district....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

UN envoy pursues diplomatic solutions in Cyprus meetings

In favourable weather conditions, as per ''K'' information, Maria Angela Holguín Cuéllar held pivotal meetings with the two leaders....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Dust in the air, changes everywhere

A weak low-pressure system is gradually making its presence felt across the region, ushering in changes in the weather pattern....

09/05/2024 | NEWS

Former US Ambassador to Cyprus Judith Garber passes away at 63

Former US Ambassador to Cyprus Judith Garber, who served in the role from 2019 to 2022, passed away on May 4 at the age of 63. Garber's diplomatic career spanned decades,...

08/05/2024 | NEWS

Nicosia mayor reveals progress on €20M GSP redevelopment project

In autumn, Nicosia Mayor Constantinos Yorkatzis revealed progress on the approximately €20 million redevelopment project of the old GSP, an essential green space....

08/05/2024 | NEWS

Ten-year-old in police custody over Livadia school vandalism

At Voroklini Police Station, a 10-year-old is expected to testify today, accompanied by his parents, regarding his alleged involvement in an incident of vandalism that occurred on Holy Saturday afternoon at Livadia Primary School....

08/05/2024 | NEWS

UN envoy urges leaders to heed public sentiments in Cyprus talks

UN Secretary-General's personal envoy for the Cyprus issue, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, emphasized the need for leaders to heed public sentiments and push for progress in resolving the longstanding division on Wednesday....

08/05/2024 | NEWS

Study shows many Cypriots struggle with financial literacy

A recent study by the Economics Research Centre at the University of Cyprus has brought to light issues regarding financial literacy in the country....

08/05/2024 | NEWS

Chaos ensues amid passport control issues at UK airports

Chaos erupted at airports across the United Kingdom on Tuesday as several major hubs confirmed a nationwide border issue, causing extensive delays and frustration among travelers....

08/05/2024 | NEWS

Porn star Stormy Daniels speaks out on Trump encounter in court

Porn star Stormy Daniels has described to jurors an awkward and unexpected sexual encounter she claims she had with Donald Trump in 2006....

08/05/2024 | NEWS

Grub and groove at the hottest street food bash in town!

Mark your calendars for Friday, the 10th, because Fork Food Market is back with another exciting event at the Nicosia Municipal Gardens. Located behind the Parliament and opposite the old General Hospital, the market promises great food and awesome vibes....

08/05/2024 | LIFE

Controversy surrounds 17.5-year extension request for Nicosia ring road

Recent revelations concerning the implementation timelines of significant public works projects have shed light on longstanding challenges within the realm of project execution. ...

08/05/2024 | NEWS

RIF launches summer internship bonanza with 61 elite companies

Attention, thrill-seeking students! Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery with the Research and Innovation Foundation's (RIF) electrifying Summer Internship Programme. With 61 top-notch companies on board, this isn't your average internship – it's a ticket to innovation paradise!...

08/05/2024 | BUSINESS

Deloitte announces 2024 Technology FAST 50 rankings

Cyprus based Capital.com claims top spot for the third consecutive year exhibiting 4411% growth in revenues ...

08/05/2024 | BUSINESS

Local shipowners union donates €300,000 worth of food supplies

Cyprus Union of Shipowners decided to actively participate and contribute to the efforts of the President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza through the ''Amalthea'' Initiative....

08/05/2024 | NEWS