https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-senate-approves-$95-3b-aid-package-for-ukraine-israel-and-taiwan
The Senate approved a $95.3 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan early Tuesday, overcoming resistance from a group of Republicans who argued that the U.S. should prioritize domestic issues. The vote, passing 70-29, came after a night of debate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-grapples-with-energy-project-crisis
The firm spearheading one of the Republic of Cyprus' most ambitious energy ventures, Terminal F.P. at Royal, finds itself grappling with challenges that threaten its completion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/politico-doubts-arise-over-putin-s-statements-in-tucker-carlson-interview
According to a report in Politico, there are doubts about the credibility of Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent interview with Tucker Carlson....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/porsche-unleashes-powerhouse-taycan-with-enhanced-performance
Higher, faster, further and coming to Porsche Centres in the spring of 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/porsche-s-latest-taycan-surprises-with-587km-real-world-range
Initial test drives with pre-series Taycan between Los Angeles and San Diego showed that the new generation of the electric sports car has a total range of up to 587 kilometres....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/university-of-nicosia-earns-prme-champion-title-for-sustainability-commitment
The University of Nicosia is proud to announce that it has been selected as a PRME Champion for the 2024-2025 cohort. This prestigious recognition is awarded by the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), a United Nations-supported initiative....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-threatens-to-sever-business-ties-with-iran-over-ship-attacks
Recent diplomatic talks between Chinese and Iranian officials have brought to light China's pressing concern over Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea, allegedly backed by Iran....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/japan-lands-moon-sniper-on-moon-faces-urgent-power-challenge
In a groundbreaking achievement, Japan joined the exclusive club of nations that have successfully executed a soft lunar landing....
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/why-finland-s-education-system-is-top-ten-tough
A recent study by MastersDegree.net has identified Finland as having one of the most demanding education systems globally, following a 9-3-3 structure....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-backs-un-resolution-condemning-houthi-attacks-on-red-sea-shipping
The Cypriot registry seems to remain unaffected for the time being by the latest developments in the Red Sea......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/switzerland-hosts-global-peace-summit-for-ukraine
Ukraine's plea for peace resonated as Switzerland stepped forward to host a summit, according to a joint announcement by the presidents in Bern. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forty-percent-of-global-jobs-face-disruption-because-of-ai
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to reshape the global job market, potentially affecting 40% of jobs worldwide, according to the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-faces-weak-growth-amid-global-uncertainty
In a comprehensive survey released today, leading economists express apprehension about the global economy, anticipating a year of sluggish growth, primarily attributed to geopolitical conflicts, challenging financing conditions, and the impact of artificial intelligence. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/houthi-strikes-send-prices-soaring-in-global-trade
In recent weeks, the developments in the Red Sea, with the Houthi attacks on commercial ships and their impact on global trade, have dominated the discussions of suppliers with their partners....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/taiwan-elects-lai-ching-te-as-president-amidst-china-s-strong-disapproval
Taiwan's political landscape makes history as Lai Ching-te and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) clinch a landmark third consecutive term....
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/news/an-attack-on-ecuadorian-live-tv-sparks-national-crisis
A dramatic attack unfolded in Ecuador as armed men stormed a TV station during a live broadcast in Guayaquil, leading to the arrest of 13 individuals. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-economy-faces-worst-5-year-period-in-30-years
The World Bank projects a sluggish global economy from 2020 to 2025, marking the worst five-year period in the last three decades....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-s-new-special-envoy-heads-to-cyprus-in-early-february
Unless something unexpected happens, Maria-Angela Kouegiar is expected to arrive in Cyprus in the first ten days of February after the formal renewal of the mandate of the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) by the Security Council (SC) of the organization on January 30....
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/business/january-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-eiopa
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries. A newsletter issue from Treppides is an essential tool for those who are engaged in the broader financial and business sector, as one can find through the pages all the important and current developments, as well as the latest news relating to financial, audit and assurance, tax as well as legal services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/missiles-filled-with-water-spark-corruption-scandal
China's army fielded missiles filled with water instead of fuel and arrays of silos with improper lids — examples of military corruption that led to a dramatic purge of top officials, Bloomberg reported, citing US intelligence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/far-right-and-conservatives-gain-momentum-in-europe
The far-right and conservative parties are gaining strength across Europe, while the possibility of reaching up to 29% of the seats in the European Parliament is visible, explains to "K" Tobias Gerhard Schminke, founder of the platform for collecting electoral data Europe Elects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-linked-companies-receive-$7-8m-from-20-governments
In a groundbreaking report released yesterday by Democratic lawmakers, a comprehensive 156-page document titled "White House for Sale: How Princes, Prime Ministers, and Premiers Paid Off President Trump" has brought to light a complex web of financial transactions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cdc-reports-rapid-spread-of-jn-1-subvariant-now-dominant-in-the-us
The JN.1 subvariant of COVID-19 has swiftly become the predominant strain in the United States, leading to a surge in new cases, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-and-china-strengthen-ties-with-new-export-agreements
In a recent meeting between Cyprus's Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment, Petros Xenophontos, and China's Ambassador to Cyprus, Liu Yantao, the two nations solidified plans to sign two new Cooperation Protocols....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/themis-themistocles-signals-potential-2024-interest-rate-cut
In their ''Year Ahead 2024'' forecast, analysts at Swiss financial giant UBS anticipate a slowdown in the strength of the US economy throughout 2023. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-and-cyprus-to-strengthen-global-collaboration
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Director General for Europe, Peter Wilson and the Republic of Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary, Kyriacos Kouros chaired the first annual review of the UK-Cyprus Memorandum of Understanding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chinese-elite-move-billions-abroad-in-economic-shift
In a remarkable shift this year, affluent Chinese have moved hundreds of billions of dollars out of the country, capitalizing on the end of COVID precautions that had tightly sealed China's borders for nearly three years....