https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-mps-decry-threats-to-media-freedom-at-european-assembly
Cypriot MPs Yiorgos Loukaides and Christiana Erotokritou spoke about the importance of freedom of speech and on the increasing......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/embassy-brew-haha-us-scientist-s-salty-tea-tips-stir-controversy-in-the-uk
An American scientist caused a diplomatic storm for her unconventional tea tips, including adding salt and microwaving...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hostage-families-urgently-plead-for-release-in-parliament-chaos
In a gripping display of anguish, relatives of Israelis held captive by Palestinian gunmen stormed a Jerusalem parliamentary committee on Monday, urging lawmakers to intensify efforts to free their loved ones....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/commissioner-zannetou-reveals-details-on-alcohol-test-incident
In a comprehensive statement released on Monday, Commissioner Louiza Christodoulidou Zannetou offered detailed insights into the recent controversy stemming from an alcohol test conducted on an official on January 11, 2024.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/philippine-president-criticized-over-use-of-presidential-helicopter-to-attend-coldplay-concert
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faced backlash on social media after utilizing a presidential helicopter to attend a Coldplay concert in a province north of Manila last week....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/mythologizing-nikos-koshis
The portrayal of Nikos Koshis as a role model for combating organized crime, being showcased on various TV stations whenever crime rates surge, has consistently caused me significant embarrassment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prince-harry-drops-lawsuit-against-daily-mail
Prince Harry has chosen to abandon his libel lawsuit against the Daily Mail tabloid's publisher, Associated Newspapers Ltd., following a recent court ruling that suggested a potential trial loss....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/women-say-no-to-more-babies-despite-chinese-government-urges
Amid a national emergency, China's Communist Party strives to increase birth rates with incentives like cheaper housing and tax benefits....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-officials-forbidden-to-enter-russia-after-media-clash
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a ban on the entry of citizens – officials of the Republic of Cyprus, connected to the revocation of accreditation and the expulsion of the correspondent of the Russian government's newspaper from Cyprus last fall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/arnold-schwarzenegger-detained-at-munich-airport-over-unregistered-luxury-watch
Arnold Schwarzenegger, the renowned actor and former Governor of California, has encountered a legal hurdle at Munich Airport where he is reportedly being detained and questioned under tax law....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-incidents-shake-istanbul-as-recent-suicides-raise-concerns
Shocking images made the rounds of the Turkish media, with 54-year-old Eleni Bulunda committing suicide in the Beilıkcuzu area, a suburb of Istanbul, on Monday afternoon (15/01) by jumping from the roof of a shopping mall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-cargo-ship-survives-red-sea-ambush-unscathed
In a concerning incident in the Red Sea, a cargo ship named Zografia, flying the Maltese flag and owned by Greece, faced an attack. Initial reports indicate that the vessel sustained minor damage during the assault....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/central-bank-chief-cautions-on-early-rate-cuts-amid-global-tensions
Central Bank Governor and European Central Bank (ECB) member Constantinos Herodotou stated that discussions regarding interest rate reductions are premature, given ongoing geopolitical conflicts and potential disruptions in the supply chain arising from tensions in the Red Sea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-crime-boss-gunned-down-in-greece
New evidence has emerged about the mafia execution of Vangelis Zambounis on Sunday morning in Neos Kosmos. The Hellenic Police are still investigating the case, which is another episode in the bloody cycle of the Greek mafia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snow-spectacle-unleashed-in-troodos-mountains
Brace yourselves, snow enthusiasts! The Meteorological Service's predictions hit the bullseye as Troodos mountains transform into a winter wonderland with a magical snowfall!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-shipowner-seeks-us-help-over-seized-tanker-amid-rising-tensions
Empire Navigation Inc., the Greek shipowner of an oil tanker seized by Iran, said it sought any help from the US government in regaining control of its vessel in a US court filing on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/are-you-ready-for-the-most-paradoxical-chocolate-experience
2024 kicks off in the most delicious and paradoxical way! Inspired Family Fun and Paradox Museum Limassol invite you to discover the magic of chocolate during 'The Chocolate Show' on January 26th, 27th, and 28th, 2024, at Trakasol Cultural Centre....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trimiklini-scandal-unveiled-15-year-licensing-nightmare-shakes-state-agencies
The Control Committee of the Parliament heard an outcry from the state services, who took almost 15 years to act on a series of illegal activities......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/houthi-rebels-reject-us-maritime-shield-typhoon-aircraft-take-off-from-akrotiri
As the sun sets over the Akrotiri base in Cyprus, a celestial dance unfolds. Two pairs of Typhoon FGR4 aircraft, gracefully reported by British TV channels, take flight....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-iranian-navy-confirms-seizure-of-greek-owned-tanker-in-gulf-of-oman
Iran's navy has claimed responsibility for the seizure of the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker St Nikolas in the Gulf of Oman, as reported by Iranian media. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/london-airbnb-offers-snore-and-explore-tents-for-£38-night
In a bid to tackle London's escalating rental prices, an enterprising Airbnb owner is providing an unconventional accommodation option......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sppmedia-epic-and-deejay-radio-hand-over-a-cheque-to-nicosia-s-center
The Epic Street Fest, which has now been established as an institution in the heart of the capital, is characterized by its philanthropic nature....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-pushes-for-palestinian-state-amidst-ongoing-gaza-crisis
Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in talks with President Mahmoud Abbas, highlighting U.S. efforts to support postwar plans for Gaza, emphasizing concrete steps toward a Palestinian state....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/iphone-survives-5-000-meter-fall-from-boeing
In a dramatic turn of events for aviation giant Boeing, the anticipation surrounding the approval of new models of its best-selling MAX jet has been overshadowed by a mid-air breach that has thrust the planemaker into the regulatory spotlight....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-egypt-and-the-complicated-amalthea-mission
The arrival of the British ship ''RFA Lyme Bay'' from Malta to Port Said in Egypt with 87 tons of humanitarian aid - of which 10 are Cypriot - should be welcomed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/can-dress-codes-tackle-bullying-in-french-schools
As French schools gear up to implement mandatory uniforms in September, a two-year trial initiated by Education Minister Gabriel Attal aims to address inequality and curb bullying....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/79-jump-in-consumer-complaints-this-year
In a substantial leap from 2022, the Cyprus Consumer Association reports a noteworthy spike in four complaint categories in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulidis-announces-cabinet-reshuffle
President Nikos Christodoulidis has announced a series of government appointments, effective Wednesday, January 10, 2023. The changes, made under constitutional authority, include:...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-government-on-fragile-ground
In May 2022, Nikos Christodoulides announced his candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic, only to be overshadowed by the revelation of a partially plagiarized speech from Ioannis Kasoulides during the 2008 presidential election....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-bill-goes-to-the-president
The resignation of Deputy Minister of Innovation Philippos Hadjizacharias shouldn't come as a surprise. This is not solely due to ethical considerations, as his name has been among those vilified and deconstructed by the Presidential Office....
