https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-launches-digital-citizen-for-easier-access-to-services
Cyprus is making it easier for its citizens to handle official paperwork with the launch of the ''Digital Citizen'' program. Starting today, Cypriots can access and store important documents, such as their identity cards, driving licenses, and vehicle registration certificates, all in digital format....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/france-s-government-falls-in-historic-no-confidence-vote
France is facing a deep political crisis after Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government was ousted by a no-confidence vote, just three months into his term. This marks the shortest-lived administration in France’s Fifth Republic, which began in 1958....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/affordability-urbanization-and-sustainability-how-real-estate-in-cyprus-greece-and-romania-will-evolve-by-2029
The next five years will redefine the real estate markets of Cyprus, Greece, and Romania....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/housing-crisis-looms-as-limassol-property-prices-skyrocket
Limassol has seen a dramatic surge in property prices over the past five years, with rents and home prices doubling—and in some cases, tripling....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-aims-to-become-tourism-and-investment-hub
Nicosia’s aspirations to become a vibrant hub for tourism and investment were showcased at the Annual General Meeting of the Nicosia Region Tourism Development and Promotion Company (LTO), held yesterday at the Old Town Hall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rhodes-declares-state-of-emergency-bora-devastation
The Greek island of Rhodes has been declared in a state of emergency following the devastating impact of Storm Bora, which struck on Sunday, December 1, 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/major-companies-eye-cyprus-as-european-hq-says-annual-securities-report
The President of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides, met with the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) at the Presidential Palace to receive their 2023 annual report. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-poised-to-join-u-s-visa-waiver-program-after-key-final-steps
Cyprus is on the verge of joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, with just a few minor issues remaining to be addressed, according to a report by Dorita Yiannakou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/mr-george-s-story-a-struggle-for-respect-and-equality-in-cyprus
A lawyer friend recently shared with me the story of Mr. George, a 72-year-old Cypriot. George, a retired teacher, spent his entire life concealing his sexual identity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-reacts-srongly-to-cyprus-nato-push-and-growing-u-s-military-ties
Ankara’s response to President Nicos Christodoulides’ plan to pursue NATO membership for Cyprus “when conditions are ripe” was expected,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/airlines-adding-more-flights-to-greece-for-summer-2025
Greek and foreign airlines are increasing their routes to and from Athens and other top tourism destinations in Greece for the 2025 summer season by airlines that continue to identify more demand for the Greek tourism product....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/temporary-truce-in-the-healthcare-sector-as-december-showdown-looms
A temporary truce has been reached in the healthcare sector following the 48-hour doctors' strike....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-hits-2-16-us-visa-refusal-rate
Cyprus is stepping closer to a big travel milestone: visa-free trips to the U.S. are becoming a real possibility! ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fake-ariel-detergent-scheme-busted-in-europe
Latvian authorities have uncovered a large-scale counterfeiting operation involving Ariel laundry detergent, accusing two Lithuanian citizens of producing and distributing fake products across Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-greece-forge-closer-ties-in-historic-meeting
President Nikos Christodoulides described the second intergovernmental meeting between Cyprus and Greece as a historic milestone. For the first time, 14 Greek Cabinet ministers joined their Cypriot counterparts in Nicosia, reflecting the deepening collaboration between the two nations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/limassol-s-growth-deserves-equal-support
Who is driving development projects in Limassol, and how far have they progressed? Who decides how state development funds are allocated, and based on what criteria?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/trump-plans-massive-tariffs-on-imports-from-mexico-canada-and-china
In his latest announcement, President-elect Donald Trump has proposed steep tariff hikes on goods coming from Mexico, Canada, and China, set to begin on the first day of his administration...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-president-s-bold-move-passport-revoked-secession-on-the-horizon
I begin with a bow to our dear young Nikos, who, with a fiery decision, didn't hesitate to take on everyone and everything by revoking the passport of the President of Paphos' football club, even though he himself is from Paphos and a fan of the team! Great balls of fire. Respect, Mr. President!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/schinas-slams-two-state-solution-as-delusion-with-no-european-support
In a speech before the European Parliament, outgoing European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas delivered a firm message regarding the Cyprus problem, emphasizing that any hopes of resolving the issue through a two-state solution are misguided....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-faces-labor-strikes-as-key-sectors-demand-action
Cyprus is grappling with escalating labor unrest in its most crucial industries, as healthcare, construction, and tourism workers push for long-standing demands. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/paphos-fc-owner-among-77-investors-stripped-of-golden-passports
Sergey Lomakin, owner of Paphos FC, is among 77 foreign investors whose Cypriot citizenship, obtained through the controversial "golden passport" scheme, has been revoked by the Council of Ministers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/spain-fines-ryanair-and-other-low-cost-airlines-€179m-for-abusive-practices
Spain's Ministry of Consumer Affairs has slapped five major low-cost airlines with hefty fines totaling €179 million for a range of alleged abusive practices, including charging extra fees for hand luggage. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/officials-finalize-new-district-maps-after-local-government-overhaul
Work is underway to complete the new district maps of Cyprus, part of a sweeping reform to the country’s local administration that took effect on July 1, 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-embassy-in-kyiv-closes-amid-major-airstrike-threat
The United States has temporarily closed its embassy in Kyiv, citing credible intelligence about a potential major airstrike on November 20. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/italian-village-offers-€1-homes-to-americans-following-u-s-elections
The small village of Ollolai in Sardinia is making a bold appeal to Americans, who, as non-European Union citizens, are being given preferential treatment in its latest campaign to attract new residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-online-patient-s-guide-to-provide-information-on-gesy-services
Health Minister Michael Damianos introduced an online portal called the ''Patient’s Guide'' on Monday, aiming to improve the public’s understanding of the General Health System (GeSY) and promote more responsible use of healthcare services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-anti-corruption-authority-s-major-investigations-near-completion
The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority of Cyprus is making waves as it tackles high-profile investigations into alleged corruption, including the controversial ''gold passports'' scheme, claims of a ''state mafia,'' and other issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-strip-protection-from-asylum-seekers-who-commit-serious-crimes
Cyprus has moved forward with a new law that will strip asylum seekers of their subsidiary protection status if they commit serious criminal offenses. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-raises-concerns-over-u-s-presence-in-cyprus
Turkish pro-government media are increasingly discussing the ''replacement'' of the British Bases (SBA) in Cyprus by the United States and the ''encirclement'' of Turkey by America, citing US bases in Alexandroupolis, Larissa, Crete, and Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/florence-cracks-down-on-over-tourism-in-historic-city-center
As millions of tourists flood Italy’s historic cities, Florence is stepping up efforts to manage the pressures of overtourism. With concerns mounting that the high visitor volume threatens the city’s cultural heritage and livability, ...