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1621. Billiard forfeit over flag sparks debate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/billiard-forfeit-over-flag-sparks-debate

A Greek Cypriot billiard player took to social media this week to express his frustration over a decision to forfeit a game against a Turkish Cypriot athlete, sparking debate on social media over sports and politics...

1622. Minister highlights progress in migration management efforts

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-highlights-progress-in-migration-management-efforts

During a recent press conference on migration, Constantinos Ioannou, the Minister of Interior, discussed the current state of asylum applications and the return of irregular migrants to their countries of origin between March and May 2023. He emphasized the government's policies and measures to address these challenges....

1623. Strong occupancy rates over long weekend translates into thriving leisure sector

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strong-occupancy-rates-over-long-weekend-translates-into-thriving-leisure-sector

Occupancy in leisure businesses throughout Cyprus ranged from 75% to 80% during the Pentecost long weekend, known in Cyprus as Kataklysmos (Inundation), according to the Federation of Recreation Centres (OSIKA)....

1624. Green party protests dog shelter conditions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-party-protests-dog-shelter-conditions

The Green Party – Citizens' Cooperations is arranging a demonstration to bring attention to what they consider to be unacceptable conditions at the municipal dog shelter in Ayioi Trimithias, Nicosia....

1625. Germany urged to simplify visa process for Turkish government opponents

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-urged-to-simplify-visa-process-for-turkish-government-opponents

The Co-chairperson of the German Left Party, Martin Schirdewan, wants Germany to facilitate visa application procedures for Government opponents in Türkiye, and offer a simplified political refugee admission process for them....

1626. President Christodoulides calls for stronger anti-corruption measures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-calls-for-stronger-anti-corruption-measures

In a seminar organized by the Cyprus Bar Association on "Independent Anti-Corruption Authority: legislation, practice, and challenges," President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, emphasized the government's commitment to combating corruption and promoting political accountability....

1627. Schengen visa processing delays impact Turkish citizens

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/schengen-visa-processing-delays-impact-turkish-citizens

Citizens of Türkiye have started to consider traveling to destinations other than those in the European Union/Schengen Area as they keep on facing Schengen visa processing delays as well as long waiting times for available appointment slots. ...

1628. An effective foreclosure framework is important, says FinMin

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/an-effective-foreclosure-framework-is-important-says-finmin

An effective and functional foreclosure framework is crucial for encouraging borrowers to restructure their debt, due to the high stock of non-performing loans (NPLs), the Cyprus Ministry of Finance said in a press release on Tuesday....

1629. Corruption? On the island of saints?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/corruption-on-the-island-of-saints

The millions - some say billions - that we lost as a state due to the corruption of various officials are not enough. Now we will have to pay additional funds to bring in "esteemed legal experts" from abroad - specifically from Great Britain - to assist in the investigations. Clearly, we are rapidly heading back to an era where corruption was limited, somewhere around 1950....

1630. Nicosia revives US visa waiver talks but conceals details

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-conceals-details-in-revived-us-visa-waiver-talks

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides suggested on Monday that ongoing efforts to secure a US visa waiver was an example of a 'new level of relations' between Nicosia and Washington, while providing little details on the process but adding that his government’s position on sanctions against Russia was 'in line' with American goals as outlined recently by the US Ambassador...

1631. Divestments trigger a risk of backlash in the Recovery Fund

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/divestments-trigger-a-risk-of-backlash-in-the-recovery-fund

As Cyprus races against time to secure €1.1 billion in grants and loans from the Recovery Fund (NextGenerationEU) by June 2026, a new challenge arises. ...

1632. Cyprus leads in new asylum applicants per population, but overall numbers decrease

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-in-new-asylum-applicants-per-population-but-overall-numbers-decrease

Cyprus had the highest rate of new applicants for asylum compared to its population in February 2023, according to data released by Eurostat, the statistical service of the EU. At the same time, however, new asylum applications have significantly reduced compared to last year....

1633. Former bishop to be sentenced June 1st for indecent assault (update)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-bishop-to-be-sentenced-today-for-indecent-assault

The former Bishop Chrysostomos of Kition is scheduled to be sentenced on June 1st...

1634. Caretaker government takes over in Athens

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/caretaker-government-takes-over-in-athens

The list of caretaker government ministers set to assume leadership for a month leading up to the second round of elections on June 25 was officially announced on Thursday...

1635. School bus safety: 32 Complaints only this year

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/school-bus-safety-32-complaints-only-this-year

The House Transport Committee scrutinized the safety of buses, particularly those transporting students and citizens, during its session on Thursday, May 25. ...

1636. Nicosia looks forward to hosting next 3+1 summit

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-looks-forward-to-hosting-next-3-1-summit

During a reception held by the Embassy of Israel in Nicosia to commemorate Israel's 75th independence anniversary, Cyprus's Defense Minister, Michalis Giorgallas, expressed that Nicosia eagerly looks forward to hosting the next political level 3+1 meeting involving Cyprus, Greece, Israel, and the USA before the year's end. Additionally, Cyprus plans to host the 9th Cyprus, Greece, and Israel Trilateral Summit in 2023....

1637. Legendary rock icon Tina Turner dead at 83

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legendary-rock-icon-tina-turner-dead-at-83

Tina Turner, the American-born singer who left a hardscrabble farming community and abusive relationship to become one of the top recording artists of all time, died on Wednesday at the age of 83....

1638. Australian citizens collaborate to repatriate Cypriot treasures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/australian-citizens-collaborate-to-repatriate-cypriot-treasures

Thirty-six (36) Cypriot antiquities were successfully repatriated from Australia on May 20, thanks to the generous initiative of Australian citizens who voluntarily returned the antiquities in their possession to Cyprus....

1639. The hidden ashtray: A Presidential mishap?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-hidden-ashtray-a-presidential-mishap

On Tuesday afternoon (23/05), the President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, warmly welcomed former President Nicos Anastasiades....

1640. Terkenlis confectionery chain shuts down in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/terkenlis-confectionery-chain-shuts-down-in-cyprus

After operating in Cyprus for four years, the Terkenlis confectionery chain has made the decision to close its doors. Over the past two weeks, the company has ceased operations and deactivated its social media presence....

1641. Christodoulides: Shift allowances and overtime compensation from 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-shift-allowances-and-overtime-compensation-from-2024

President Nikos Christodoulides addressed the 60th Congress of PASYDY, the Civil Servants' Trade Union, where he discussed significant developments regarding the restoration of shift allowances and overtime compensation for civil servants....

1642. Spain harnesses renewable energy to fuel the entire country's needs for 9 hours straight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-harnesses-renewable-energy-to-fuel-the-entire-country-s-needs-for-9-hours-straight

Spain is among a handful of countries leading the world in the push toward renewable energy. And last week it reached a new milestone....

1643. Kyriakides: 'Our goal now, medicines for all'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kyriakides-our-goal-now-medicines-for-all

"I have always envisioned a European Health Union, where the European Union would be intimately connected to every citizen regarding health matters....

1644. Meta slammed with record €1.2 billion fine over user data handling

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meta-slammed-with-record-€1-2-billion-fine-over-user-data-handling

Meta was hit with a record 1.2 billion euro ($1.3 billion) fine by its lead privacy regulator in the European Union for its handling of user information and given five months to stop transferring users’ data to the United States....

1645. Roaring for a cause as the 'Distinguished Gentleman's Ride' takes the streets by storm

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/roaring-for-a-cause-as-the-distinguished-gentleman-s-ride-takes-the-streets-by-storm

Cypriot motorcyclists took to the main streets of Limassol, showcasing their bikes and raising awareness for prostate cancer during the successful "The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride Limassol" event....

1646. Restoring a wounded reputation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/restoring-a-wounded-reputation

Last March, a publication by the Financial Times revealed the move of three shareholders of PWC Cyprus to resign from the audit firm and establish the company Kiteserve. ...

1647. FBI agents set up shop in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fbi-agents-set-up-shop-in-cyprus

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is reportedly setting up shop in the Republic of Cyprus, with the move taking place as US-Cypriot cooperation has been expanding on multiple levels...

1648. US publishes new sanctions list with Cypriot entities, raises concerns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-publishes-new-sanctions-list-with-cypriot-entities-raises-concerns

In a recent development, the United States released a new sanctions list on Friday (19/05), which includes the names of several Cypriot citizens and entities....

1649. US Ambassador stresses urgency on Cyprus issue

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-ambassador-stresses-urgency-on-cyprus-issue

The United States has been very clear in its support for a return to the negotiating table, in support of a Bizonal Bicommunal Federation with political equality, US ambassador to Cyprus, Julie Fisher said. ...

1650. Cabinet decides to take away Jho Low's passport

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-decides-to-take-away-jho-low-s-passport

The President’s Cabinet in the Republic of Cyprus decided on Thursday to revoke Jho Low’s Cypriot citizenship after gathering information from Interpol to argue against the Malaysian financier’s appeal to keep his citizenship...

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