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121. Erdogan pushes for recognition of occupied north at UN Assembly

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged the international community to recognize the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus during his address at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday....

122. Israeli airstrikes kill 492 in Lebanon, deadliest day since 2006

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalated to its most lethal point in years on Monday, as Israeli airstrikes killed 492 people in Lebanon......

123. Odysseas Michaelides removed: Court cites breach of public trust

The court’s extensive ruling regarding the dismissal of Odysseas Michaelides from the role of Auditor General introduces new legal precedents concerning the public conduct of institutional figures and those tasked with serving the public interest....

124. Cyprus leads MED9 ministers in push for resilient Mediterranean energy ecosystem

The MED9 Energy Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to support the advancement of a sustainable, secure, and resilient future for the Mediterranean region....

125. KPMG in Cyprus supports the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council’s campaign ‘Back to School Supplies for ALL children'

At KPMG Cyprus, we remain committed to our mission of giving back to the community....

126. Cyprus poised for negotiations under UN framework

The Greek Cypriot side is ready for negotiations, even tomorrow, on the condition that the basis of any initiative must be the agreed framework and the decisions of the Security Council, stated on Sunday the Deputy Government Spokesperson, Yiannis Antoniou....

127. EU cuts funds to Hungary over unpaid asylum fine

The European Union has begun the process of reclaiming hundreds of millions of euros meant for Hungary after the country's government refused to pay a significant fine for violating the bloc’s asylum rules....

128. Respect for justice in action, not just words

The Constitutional Court's decision to remove Odysseas Michaelides as Auditor General deserves careful consideration by all involved before making public statements. ...

129. Supreme Court ruling shakes political landscape in Cyprus

In a report written by Kathimerini's Christos Bouris, the recent decision by the Supreme Court to remove Odysseus Michaelides from his role as Auditor General marks a significant and historic event in Cyprus. ...

130. Three arrested in Dhekelia for illegal bird trapping raid

Three men were arrested in the Dhekelia area on Monday morning after a Sovereign Base Area Police anti-bird trapping raid discovered them in an orchard using active mist nets....

131. Hezbollah radio explosions leave 20 dead in Lebanon's deadliest day of conflict

Explosions from Hezbollah's communication devices rocked southern Lebanon for a second consecutive day, killing 20 people and injuring more than 450 in what has become the deadliest episode since cross-border hostilities with Israel intensified nearly a year ago. ...

132. Reasons behind the Auditor General ruling deemed a mockery

Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras reports today that the Constitutional Court of Cyprus has ruled unanimously to dismiss Auditor General Odysseus Michaelides following a request by the Attorney General, George Savvidis....

133. Groups call for sanctions and boycott of Israel during Nicosia protest

A protest took place Wednesday morning outside the "Doing Business with Israel" conference, organized by Invest Cyprus in Nicosia....

134. Cyprus' Supreme Court suspends Auditor General (UPDATE)

UPDATE: The Supreme Constitutional Court unanimously ruled Wednesday to suspend Auditor General Odysseus Michaelides, citing misconduct and incompetence....

135. Christodoulides to join world leaders at UN's 'Summit of the Future'

Cyprus President, Nikos Christodoulides, is expected to participate in the Summit of the Future, a high-level global summit convened by the United Nations (UN), which will take place on Monday 23rd of September 2024 at the UNHQ in New York....

136. State hospital unions announce 24-hour strike for October

Unions representing state hospital workers in Cyprus have announced a 24-hour strike planned for the first half of October. ...

137. US sanctions two Cypriots over spyware threat

Two Cypriot individuals were included in the new designations issued on Monday by the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)....

138. Clashes halt Limassol derby, police and fans blame each other

Despite declarations from authorities and the government to crack down on hooliganism and sports-related violence, the new football season in Cyprus has already been marred by widespread unrest. ...

139. Cyprus puts cancer battle at the heart of 2026 EU Council Presidency

Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna has said that as Cyprus prepares to undertake its second Presidency of the Council of the EU in January 2026......

140. Homebuyers face mounting debts as developers' loans go unpaid

141. Cypriot President criticized for overtime and pension controversies

Last September, Cypriot society witnessed the debacle involving Doxa Komodromou, who, despite being an official, billed the state for overtime at the president's request for events and speeches outside regular hours....

142. Trump speaks out after gunfire: ‘I am safe' as suspect arrested

Former President Donald Trump, 78, was unharmed after an alleged gunman fired shots near him at the Trump International Golf Club in Florida, according to the FBI. The suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, was apprehended following a traffic stop on Interstate 95....

143. Germany's border crackdown sparks EU tensions over immigration policy

In a report in this Sunday's Kathimerini by Pavlos Xanthoulis, Germany’s decision to tighten immigration controls and reintroduce land border checks has raised concerns about the future of the Schengen Agreement and the European Union’s unity on migration policy....

144. Russia expels six British diplomats, accusing them of espionage

Russia has expelled six British diplomats, accusing them of espionage, in a move that escalates already strained relations between the two nations. The decision was made public Friday by Russian state media, although the expulsions occurred weeks ago....

145. FT: China slaps PwC with $62 Million fine and six-month ban

Chinese authorities have hit PwC China with a hefty fine of $62 million and a six-month ban following a major scandal involving the collapsed property developer Evergrande, according to the Financial Times. ...

146. Shipping Minister champions new maritime training facilities at Chios Academy

The qualitative upgrading of maritime education is of primary importance, Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hatzimanolis has said recently in Greece......

147. US-Cyprus defence cooperation sparks Turkish backlash

Turkey condemned the signing of a roadmap this week to enhance U.S.-Cyprus defense cooperation, citing concerns about the impact on peace efforts and regional security....

148. Bon Jovi helps save woman from jumping off Nashville bridge (vid)

Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi is being credited with helping save a woman’s life on Wednesday after encountering her on the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge in downtown Nashville....

149. Supreme Court upholds decision to revoke Cyprus citizenship for Syrian businessman

The Supreme Constitutional Court of Cyprus has rejected an appeal by a Syrian businessman and his family against the government's decision to revoke their Cypriot citizenship. ...

150. Senior home in uproar after attempted rape

Tensions are high at the Agios Georgios Senior Citizens' Home in Larnaca following a disturbing incident involving an alleged attempted rape by a migrant. ...