https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-credit-rating-upgraded-due-to-strong-economy-and-lower-debt
Rating Agency Capital Intelligence Ratings (CI) has upgraded Cyprus’ Long-Term Foreign Currency Rating (LT FCR) and Short-Term FCR (ST FCR) to ‘BBB’ and ‘A2’, respectively, from ‘BBB-’ and ‘A3’, maintaining a positive outlook....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-braces-for-migrant-surge-as-war-in-lebanon-intensifies
A year after hostilities erupted in Israel, the conflict has now expanded to Lebanon, reigniting fears about the stability of the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/protests-erupt-at-akrotiri-against-israeli-airstrikes-and-british-military-bases
Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the British Bases in Akrotiri, Cyprus, on Sunday, voicing their opposition to Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and southern Lebanon and calling for the withdrawal of British military bases from the island. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-abolishes-visa-requirement-for-cypriots
In a significant diplomatic development, China has officially abolished visa requirements for Cypriot nationals, marking a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-abolishes-planning-permission-for-low-risk-developments
According to a report by Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, effective October 2, 2024, Cyprus will eliminate the need for planning permission for low-risk developments, such as the construction of one or two residential units. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/freedom24-reaches-300-000-customers-milestone
We are thrilled to announce that the number of users on the innovative Freedom24 trading platform has surpassed 300,000. This significant achievement underscores our platform's technological superiority and the growing trust and confidence of our customers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/traffic-lights-coming-to-latsia-geri-roundabout
New traffic lights will soon be set up at the Latsion-Geriou roundabout, located near Nicosia General Hospital. This change is in response to increased traffic expected from the opening of the JUMBO store and new businesses in the area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-leaders-two-visions-for-cyprus
Significant developments emerged during the recent United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) as Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his support for a two-state solution in Cyprus,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/council-of-europe-rejects-cyprus-s-human-rights-court-nominees
The Council of Europe's committee responsible for selecting judges for the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has recommended that Cyprus submit a new list of candidates after rejecting the current one....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-over-90-000-displaced-by-israeli-airstrikes-on-lebanon
The United Nations announced Wednesday that more than 90,000 individuals have been displaced due to five days of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon amid rising tensions in the region. The UN’s International Organization for Migration reported 90,530 newly displaced persons since Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-biobank-cy-coe-joins-the-european-researchers-night-2024
For the 18th year, the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) is presenting European Researchers' Night, titled ''Mission Possible: Researchers on Board for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cypriots-discuss-roadmap-to-constitutional-unity-for-a-federal-state
A bicommunal research program titled "Developing Common Ideas on Constitutional Issues," funded by the European Union, is engaging Greek Cypriots (GC) and Turkish Cypriots......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/boc-shares-open-at-4-78-on-athens-exchange-post-london-exit
The Bank of Cyprus made its debut on the Athens Stock Exchange (ASE) today, following the delisting of its shares from the London Stock Exchange (LSE).
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/supreme-court-ruling-on-auditor-general-fuels-corruption-debate-in-cyprus
The decision to dismiss the auditor general—determined by the highest level of Justice in Cyprus—has sparked a significant public, legal, and political debate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mass-casualties-in-lebanon-32-killed-thousands-wounded-in-device-blasts
Fear quickly spread throughout Lebanon. Some rushed to unplug their devices, while others disconnected transformers and solar systems powering their homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-5th-lidl-wellness-camp-was-held-with-great-success
Continuing its tradition of promoting and strengthening a healthy lifestyle, Lidl Cyprus welcomed more than 250 participants of all ages to this year's Lidl Wellness Camp....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-backs-un-call-for-israel-to-end-occupation-in-palestine
According to a report by Kathimerini's Christos Bouris, Cyprus has supported a United Nations resolution urging Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories within a year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aphrodite-gas-project-moves-to-new-phase-of-talks-from-january-2025
Chevron and the Republic of Cyprus have agreed to enter a four-month negotiation period to finalize plans for the development of the ‘Aphrodite’ gas field in Block 12 of Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/record-sea-turtle-nests-found-on-british-base-beaches
British Bases (BB) beaches are celebrating a milestone in sea turtle conservation, with a record-breaking 382 turtle nests recorded across their sandy shores this year, according to environmental experts. The new record surpasses last year’s total of 282 nests, which was the second-highest count ever....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/luxury-properties-residential-parcels-for-sale-by-astrobank
AstroBank has listed for sale large houses, residential parcels of land in Nicosia and Paphos, as well as a commercial building in Nicosia with all the amenities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russia-s-ongoing-efforts-to-undermine-elections-experts-warn
Russia has been actively working to influence democratic elections globally, according to Yulia Smirnova of the Berlin-based Center for Monitoring, Analysis, and Strategy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-to-push-for-trilateral-talks-amid-solution-uncertainty
According to Yiannis Ioannou in this Sunday's Kathimerini, efforts to revive Cyprus peace talks face significant challenges as hopes for a trilateral meeting between the UN Secretary-General, the Greek Cypriot, and Turkish Cypriot leaders during the UN General Assembly in New York appear slim. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-to-re-list-on-athens-exchange-after-seven-years
The Bank of Cyprus will re-list on the Athens Stock Exchange (ASE) after a seven-year absence, following the approval of two resolutions by shareholders at an Extraordinary General Meeting on September 13, 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-reduces-loan-rates-to-3-65-amid-ecb-policy-shift
The Bank of Cyprus is lowering the reference interest rate on loans linked to the European Central Bank’s (ECB) base rate, effective Sept. 18, 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
