https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-does-zero-vat-affect-your-grocery-bills
The Consumer Protection Service is keeping a close eye on how the zero VAT (Value Added Tax) rate impacts prices in stores. They've been checking 88 different products ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-irish-born-actor-murphy-won-best-actor-at-bafta
Cillian Murphy made history at the BAFTA Film Awards held in London as he clinched the coveted title of Best Actor for his outstanding performance in ''Oppenheimer.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-000-tons-of-discarded-tires-pile-up-across-cyprus
Today, more than 1,000 tons of tires lie scattered in open spaces throughout Cyprus, posing a significant problem for the environment and public health....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-development-expenditure-2023-surpasses-€1b
The realization of state budget development expenditure in 2023 reached 72% compared to 70% in 2022 and the average of 69% over the last decade, according to a Treasury report released on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sarkozy-sentenced-to-one-year-in-jail-for-illegal-campaign-financing
The Paris appeals court found former French President Nicolas Sarkozy guilty of illegal campaign financing for his failed 2012 re-election bid. The lower court's previous ruling was confirmed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spanish-banks-wary-of-cypriot-student-accounts
The impact of Cyprus being deemed a high-risk destination continues to reverberate even in European Union countries, with remnants of its troubled past lingering....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-far-right-poised-for-record-surge-in-european-elections
According to findings cited by Politico, the French far-right is poised to secure its highest-ever percentages in the upcoming June European elections....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deputy-mayor-paychecks-stir-controversy-in-municipality-overhaul
The upcoming implementation of local government reform, scheduled for July 1, is marred by distortions and overlooked techno-economic data, leading to non-viable municipalities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/housing-costs-rise-apartments-jump-11-1-in-2024
House and apartment rents went up 8% and 11.1%, respectively, over the year in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the Ask Wire Index. At the same period, house and apartment values rose 3% and 8.8% respectively over the year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/investigation-urged-as-state-contracts-lead-to-€6-4m-payout
In a recent address, Deputy Dipa Alekos Tryfonidis called attention to questionable agreements, urging an investigation into the responsible parties behind a contract resulting in a hefty 6.4 million euros compensation payout....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-rev-up-tractors-in-protest-against-eu-agricultural-policies
In the third such demonstration within eight months, Cypriot farmers steered their tractors through city streets, protesting against what they perceive as the European Union's misguided policies in the common agricultural policy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-embarks-on-€8-billion-growth-spree-with-major-projects
In a recent press release, the Association of Large Investment Projects affirmed that Cyprus is poised for sustained economic growth, with a portfolio of major projects exceeding €8 billion. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/electricity-subsidy-extends-to-vulnerable-consumers-until-february-s-end
With its metaphorical ''finger on the trigger,'' the Ministry of Finance is vigilantly tracking the anticipated surges in the current....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/energy-minister-deliberates-potential-6-electricity-bill-increases
The Energy Minister, George Papanastasiou, addressed concerns about potential electricity bill hikes arising from the EAC's request to CERA to recover 6% of its 2024 expenses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/king-charles-s-cancer-diagnosis-spotlights-nhs-struggles-with-record-waiting-times
In the wake of King Charles's recent cancer diagnosis, concerns over the National Health Service (NHS) have surged as data reveals hundreds of thousands of UK cancer patients resorting to private treatment due to extended NHS waiting times....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-cyprus-grapples-with-impending-price-increases-in-appliances
Another category of products faces potential price hikes, with household appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, and televisions expected to experience increases in the near future. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-authority-aims-for-2024-completion-of-electronic-health-record
Electronic health record is expected to be completed by the end of 2024, National Electronic Health Authority Board Chairman, Professor Christos Schizas, said on Monday after a meeting with Minister of Health, Michalis Damianos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/calls-for-increased-electricity-rates-raises-eyebrows
The recent plea by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) for significant electricity rate increases has raised eyebrows, especially as the possibility of bearing additional costs for the Vasiliko terminal looms. Does the parliament even exist? Is there a state? If so, let them finally play their part. Enough already!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cera-proposes-reduced-electricity-increases-amidst-parliamentary-discussion
The head of Regulatory Energy Cyprus (Cera), Andreas Poulikkas, briefed the Parliament's Finance Committee on the latest proposals submitted by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) for review. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-dining-out-turning-luxurious
It's no secret that our favorite cafes and fast-food joints are becoming increasingly expensive, leaving a bitter taste in the mouths of consumers. The recent surge in prices, fueled by the relentless march of inflation, is reshaping our spending habits and challenging our wallets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/consumer-alerts-raised-over-potential-fuel-price-hikes
Konstantinos Karagiorgis, Director of the Consumer Protection Service, emphasized the importance of factual justification for price increases during an interview with CNA....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-farmers-protests-send-ripples-across-europe
The surge of farmers' fury has reverberated in a manner unprecedented for Brussels, the nerve center of European decision-making....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-protest-outside-european-parliament-over-taxes-and-imports
In a fervent display of frustration, angry farmers ignited fires outside the European Parliament building in Brussels today, venting their grievances against taxes, escalating costs, and the influx of cheap imports....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/swiss-arrivals-set-to-hit-80-000-says-deputy-minister-koumis
Cyprus Deputy Minister for Tourism Costas Koumis has said that further increase in tourist arrivals from Switzerland is feasible with arrivals from the country in Cyprus estimated at 80,000 this year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-blasts-greek-cypriot-obstruction-in-energy-talks
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar emphasized the importance of energy collaboration with Europe through Turkey during a summit on energy in the Eastern Mediterranean, held at the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hooliganism-in-cyprus-a-plea-for-political-action
The recent incidents at ''Alphamega'' and the Apollon-AEL Cup match follow a familiar pattern, underscoring the government's struggle to tackle sports-related issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/will-the-far-right-push-germany-towards-a-dexit
In an exclusive interview with the Financial Times, Alice Weidel, leader of Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), expressed support for a ''Dexit'' referendum, citing the UK's Brexit as a model for Germany.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/restoring-ammos-tou-kampouri-–-before-and-after-images
The Cypriot ''monument'' to the audacity surrounding the naturalization program, manifested as an environmental crime on the beach "Ammos tou Kampouri" in Ayia Napa, remains an unresolved issue that competent authorities sought to address following public outcry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-s-€6-6m-solar-project-powers-education-sustainably
In a significant leap towards sustainability, Cyprus has successfully concluded a €6.6 million project, installing photovoltaic systems in 405 school buildings.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/town-in-croatia-sells-homes-for-13-cents
In the northern town of Legrad, Croatia, a creative initiative offers homes for as low as 13 cents to attract new residents. Launched in 2018, the program aims to reverse population decline, with already promising results....
