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1. Cyprus President in Belgrade for key talks with Serbian counterpart

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-president-in-belgrade-for-key-talks-with-serbian-counterpart

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides is currently in Belgrade, where he’s meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic to discuss several important issues. ...

2. Government hourly workers say they're fed up, and they want a raise

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-hourly-workers-say-they-re-fed-up-and-they-want-a-raise

It’s official: Cyprus’ hourly government employees are tired of feeling like second-class citizens in their own departments....

3. Politics served with a side of flaouna: Karousos vs Koumis, Chartsiotis dishes blame, and Electra fizzles

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/politics-served-with-a-side-of-flaouna-karousos-vs-koumis-chartsiotis-dishes-blame-and-electra-fizzles

An all-out brawl on social media, right in the middle of the holy Easter days, between the President of the Famagusta Tourism Development Board and former Minister under Anastasiades' government, Yiannis Karousos, and the current Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis....

4. Cypriots losing faith in politics, but not in police

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-losing-faith-in-politics-but-not-in-police

Cypriots have made one thing loud and clear: when it comes to politics, their trust is running on empty....

5. Erdogan to visit occupied Cyprus amid headscarf backlash

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-to-visit-occupied-cyprus-amid-headscarf-backlash

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he’ll soon visit the occupied north of Cyprus, following a wave of backlash over reported restrictions on the headscarf in the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), which only Turkey recognizes....

6. Akamas for sale?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akamas-for-sale

Nearly two years after serious environmental violations were first reported in the Akamas peninsula, a protected and ecologically sensitive area, illegal activity continues, seemingly without consequences....

7. Prince Luxury Events hits back at scandalous rumors

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/prince-luxury-events-hits-back-at-scandalous-rumors

In the midst of swirling rumors and growing public interest surrounding the Odysseus Michaelides–Nikos Christodoulides controversy, a local entertainment venue has spoken out, firmly distancing itself from the narrative....

8. Another day, another alleged corruption storm as President slams Auditor’s claims

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-day-another-corruption-storm-as-president-slams-auditor-s-claims

Once again, Cyprus finds itself in the shadow of controversy, with fresh corruption claims raising eyebrows across the political spectrum. This time, the storm centers around an events venue in Nicosia — and whether the President himself had anything to do with how it got its license....

9. Buffer zone tensions and crossing point deadlocks test peace process

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/buffer-zone-tensions-and-crossing-point-deadlocks-test-peace-process

The period following the informal five-party summit in Geneva and the subsequent meeting of the two Cypriot leaders on the island is shaping up to be a diplomatically crucial time. ...

10. Cyprus means business: Christodoulides wraps up high-stakes U.S. investment tour

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-means-business-christodoulides-wraps-up-high-stakes-u-s-investment-tour

Cyprus Means Business: Christodoulides Wraps Up High-Stakes U.S. Investment Tour Subtitle: ...

11. Macron brings star power to Cypriot chef’s Greek restaurant in Paris

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/macron-brings-star-power-to-cypriot-chef-s-greek-restaurant-in-paris

It’s not every day that the President of France and the First Lady step out for a quiet dinner — and it’s even more special when that dinner is at a Greek restaurant run by a celebrated Cypriot chef....

12. Former volunteer commissioner’s forged letter of recommendation in court

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-volunteer-commissioner-s-forged-letter-of-recommendation-in-court

In the latest chapter of what could rival any courtroom drama, the trial of former Volunteer Commissioner Yiannis Giannakis took an unexpected turn today, with a forgery scandal adding fuel to an already intense legal battle. ...

13. Anastasiades breaks silence: ''My associates were not Drousiotis' sources''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-breaks-silence-my-associates-were-not-drousiotis-sources

In an exclusive interview, former President Nikos Anastasiades opens up about his new book, 'The Sycophant', and the ongoing feud with journalist Makarios Drousiotis....

14. Anastasiades denies press control, explains controversial ''devil'' remark

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-denies-press-control-explains-controversial-devil-remark

In an exclusive interview, the former President of Cyprus addresses questions about media control, the "Gang" book controversy, and the infamous ''devil'' comment....

15. 12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/12-000-citizenship-applications-stuck-in-limbo-amid-processing-delays

A backlog of 12,000 citizenship applications has raised serious concerns about the efficiency of Cyprus’ immigration and residence permit processing system....

16. Audit exposes gaps in Health Ministry’s grant and payment systems

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/audit-exposes-gaps-in-health-ministry-s-grant-and-payment-systems

In a recent audit by the Auditor General on the Ministry of Health's activities for 2022 and 2023, a number of financial discrepancies and issues have come to light, particularly in the way grants were distributed and payments were handled. ...

17. Ex-Volunteer Commissioner admits to using fake diplomas to secure job

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-volunteer-commissioner-admits-to-using-fake-diplomas-to-secure-job

Former Volunteer Commissioner Yiannis Giannakis admitted in court on Wednesday to using forged academic diplomas to secure his position....

18. FBI urges Cyprus to use digital tech in fight against financial crime

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fbi-urges-cyprus-to-use-digital-tech-in-fight-against-financial-crime

Cyprus is facing increasing pressure to overhaul its approach to financial crime and sanctions evasion, following the release of a crucial report from the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice. ...

19. Hollywood icon, Val Kilmer, dead at 65

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/val-kilmer-dead-at-65

Val Kilmer, the celebrated actor known for Top Gun, Batman Forever, and The Doors, has passed away at 65 due to pneumonia. His daughter, Mercedes, confirmed the news, noting that Kilmer had battled throat cancer since 2014, undergoing chemotherapy and a trachea surgery that impacted his speech and breathing....

20. The great souvla debate and other political absurdities

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-great-souvla-debate-and-other-political-absurdities

A representative of the hunters boldly declared that they had, under no circumstances, agreed with the police on a brief road closure. Naturally, he wondered: ...

21. Cyprus steps into the global spotlight at Paris-Ukraine summit

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-steps-into-the-global-spotlight-at-paris-ukraine-summit

The Republic of Cyprus is making its presence felt at the Ukraine Summit in Paris, convened by French President Emmanuel Macron, with President Nikos Christodoulides representing the country at the highest level on March 27-28....

22. Wait...what?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/wait-what

Well, here’s something you don’t hear every day, Donald Trump being compared to Constantine the Great. Yes, that Constantine. The Roman emperor who legalized Christianity, founded Constantinople, and basically shaped the course of Western civilization....

23. ''Loathing European free-loading'': Leaked chat exposes U.S. contempt for allies

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/loathing-european-free-loading-leaked-chat-exposes-u-s-contempt-for-allies

A leaked group chat involving some of the most senior figures in the Trump administration has revealed deep-seated resentment toward European allies, exposing frustrations over defense spending and security cooperation....

24. Hunters’ protest shakes Cyprus politics

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hunters-protest-shakes-cyprus-politics

The government is facing backlash over its handling of Sunday’s disruptive hunters’ protest, which saw major roads blocked and sparked widespread anger. ...

25. Nicosia Mayor sounds alarm over city's financial crisis

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-mayor-sounds-alarm-over-city-s-financial-crisis

Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, has raised the alarm over the capital’s financial situation, warning that without immediate state support, the municipality will struggle to meet its obligations. ...

26. Heathrow Airport shuts down due to nearby fire, flights diverted

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heathrow-airport-shuts-down-due-to-nearby-fire-flights-diverted

London’s Heathrow Airport, the busiest in the UK, has been forced to close until at least midnight following a major power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation....

27. Ex-Health Minister Pamboridis warns of efforts to weaken GESY

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-health-minister-pamboridis-warns-of-efforts-to-weaken-gesy

Former Health Minister Giorgos Pamboridis has made explosive claims about attempts to undermine Cyprus’ General Health System (GESY), warning that financial and political interests are working behind the scenes to weaken the public healthcare scheme....

28. President Christodoulides: ‘Together, we are changing Cyprus’

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-‘together-we-are-changing-cyprus

President Nicos Christodoulides reflected on his administration’s accomplishments during a televised sit-down with journalists, marking two years since he took office....

29. Cyprus spends millions on traffic cameras, timers not included

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-spends-millions-on-traffic-cameras-forgets-to-add-timers

In Cyprus, we seem to have mastered the fine art of spending taxpayer money, even if it’s not exactly for things we need. Case in point: the 36 million euros spent on our photo-identification traffic camera system, which, it turns out, doesn’t have a simple feature—timers on traffic lights....

30. Trump highlights Greece-Cyprus role in strategic trade corridor

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-highlights-greece-cyprus-role-in-strategic-trade-corridor

U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn attention to the strategic importance of Greece and Cyprus in global trade and diplomacy, sharing a Breitbart News article that underscores their role in the proposed India-Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)....

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