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211. German President engages with residents at Kofinou Refugee Center

The President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, will visit the Reception and Hospitality Center for International Protection Applicants in Kofinou on Tuesday as part of his official visit to Cyprus....

212. Sweden to send troops to Latvia amid Hungary's NATO opposition

Sweden is poised to bolster its military presence in Latvia, signaling a significant step toward potential NATO membership despite ongoing resistance from Hungary....

213. Global academics rally against India's Great Nicobar development project

In a fervent plea echoing concerns of humanitarian and environmental repercussions, academics worldwide have implored India to halt a monumental development initiative on Great Nicobar Island....

214. 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. ...

215. Porsche unleashes powerhouse Taycan with enhanced performance

Higher, faster, further and coming to Porsche Centres in the spring of 2024....

216. 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....

217. Tenants urge Parliament for fairness amid €150 to €2,800 spikes

The Professional Committee for the Management of Turkish Cypriot Properties in Limassol has reported significant rent hikes for commercial assets....

218. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

219. Cablenet teams up with KINX Gaming for Global Game Jam 2024

It is with great pleasure that Cablenet announces its strategic cooperation with KINX Gaming pioneer in eSports industry in Cyprus and we are excited to invite you to the Global Game Jam - Cyprus 2024, which will take place for the second time in Cyprus from January 26th to 28th....

220. ''It is, therefore, right that I resign''

I wrote in my previous article ("How the prestige of the institutions is undermined", Kathimerini, 7/1/24) that, based on the conclusion of the auditors of the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority and announcements of the Audit Service,...

221. Putting the new Macan through its paces in the name of performance and efficiency

Porsche is putting the prototype of the all-electric Macan through an exacting and gruelling test programme to prepare the follow-up to the successful SUV for its upcoming world premiere. ...

222. Spike in transformer thefts plagues Electricity Authority

There has been a surge in incidents involving the theft of equipment and other assets from the electricity distribution network of AHK, with cases of stolen transformers exceeding sixty in recent months....

223. South Korea bans dog meat in landmark legislation that ends centuries-old practice

South Korea's parliament passed a bill on Tuesday to ban the eating and selling of dog meat, a move that will end the controversial centuries-old practice amid growing support for animal welfare....

224. Cyprus to welcome its first crematorium in Paphos

In a groundbreaking move, the industrial heart of Agia Varvara in Paphos District is poised to witness the commencement of construction for Cyprus's inaugural crematorium within the first half of 2024....

225. 'Ktrends' survey reveals public dissatisfaction with Cyprus government

In a recent economic survey conducted by ''Kathimerini,'' the fifth wave of ''Ktrends'' highlights notable trends in economic, household, and market dynamics for October 2023. ...

226. Greece sends aid to Cyprus amidst refugee concerns

In response to Cyprus' request for assistance through the European Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM), Greece swiftly dispatched humanitarian aid to bolster the island nation's preparedness for potential increased refugee inflows originating from the Middle East....

227. Henry Kissinger, influential diplomat, passes away at 100

Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, the diplomat with the thick glasses and gravelly voice, passed away at the age of 100, according to his consulting firm. Known for dominating U.S. foreign policy during the Vietnam War and fostering relations with China, Kissinger's legacy is marked by both acclaim and criticism....

228. Government achieves historic 50% drop in asylum applications

There is a 50% reduction in the period March-October 2023 in new asylum applications compared to the 2022 corresponding period, the Interior Ministry said on Tuesday, noting at the same time that for the first time, the overall balance of arrivals-returns presents a positive picture, and Cyprus is now ranking in the first places among European states in absolute numbers of returns....

229. A deep dive into food waste solutions

A third of all food produced is never eaten, meanwhile millions go hungry. What can be done? Here are six simple solutions to food waste....

230. Icelandic authorities brace for eruption following earthquakes and magma surge

Icelandic authorities are bracing for a potential volcanic eruption in the southwest of the island following a series of earthquakes and signs of rapidly spreading magma underground....

231. Minister unleashes 4% boost for retirees

In a significant move to enhance the well-being of pensioners, Labor and Social Insurance Minister Yiannis Panayiotou declared a nearly 4% increase in basic pensions for the upcoming year....

232. Bhutan becomes first to 100% vaccinate street dogs

Many countries have an overwhelming amount of street dogs, but sterilization and vaccination programs are a great way to keep these populations under control....

233. Private labels dominate market as e-kalathi falters

Disagreements over the specifics and philosophy of the bill concerning the creation of the e-kalathi electronic platform have led to an ongoing debate in the House Commerce Committee. ...

234. Airstrikes, rockets, and buildings claim over 3,600 child lives in Gaza

The murders of Alexis Mavromichalis (Alexoui) and Thanasis Kalogeropoulos present a challenging puzzle for investigators. They are grappling with a wealth of information related to the open conflicts involving the victims. ...

235. Residential land for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling residential land in the districts of Famagusta, Paphos, Larnaca and Nicosia....

236. Greece and Cyprus key to evacuation plans for US citizens in Israel

Key to the emergency plans devised by the United States and other Western nations for evacuating their citizens from Israel are Greece and Cyprus. ...

237. University of Nicosia: #1 in Business and Economics, #1* in Education and #1** in Psychology, in Cyprus and Greece

Ranked #1 in the discipline of Business and Economics, #1* in Education, and #1** in Psychology in Cyprus and Greece by the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject, the University of Nicosia (UNIC) reasserts its leading position in these three subject areas....

238. EU's call for humanitarian ''pauses'' draws attention ahead of UN vote

European Union leaders have stopped short of calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, instead appealing for humanitarian “pauses” to provide aid, as the UN warned its operations were being “paralyzed” by Israel’s bombardment of the besieged enclave....

239. University of Cyprus among world's best for 2024

The University of Cyprus (UCY) is among the top universities in the Times Higher Education international ranking by scientific field for 2024, which was published on Thursday....

240. KEDIPES prepares 60 million euro 'Mortgage-to-Rent' initiative

The sale of primary residences worth up to 350 thousand euros faces a potential new suspension. As of the end of October, no additional steps have been taken regarding divestments....