https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poland-to-prioritize-security-on-all-fronts-during-its-eu-presidency
Poland has laid out an ambitious roadmap for its 2025 Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with security taking center stage. Ambassador Marek Szczepanowski presented the priorities on Tuesday at the House of Europe in Nicosia, under the presidency’s guiding motto: “Security, Europe!”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-cracks-down-on-airbnb-rentals
In a bold step to address its worsening housing crisis, Greece has introduced sweeping legislation to clamp down on short-term rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-sets-sights-on-year-round-tourism
Cyprus has long been known for its sun-drenched beaches and azure seas, but a new vision is emerging to transform the island into a full-time tourist destination within the next five years. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-launches-cabin-crew-recruitment-days-in-larnaca
Wizz Air, EMEA's most environmentally sustainable airline , is thrilled to invite aspiring professionals in Cyprus to take part in its Cabin Crew Open Day Recruitment events in Larnaca this January. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/traffic-violations-from-2022-and-2023-may-be-invalid-lawyer-says
If you’ve been caught on camera for a traffic violation in Cyprus and haven’t received an out-of-court notice or seen your case brought to court within 12 months, your offence may no longer be valid....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/los-angeles-wildfires-rage-on-leaving-11-dead-and-a-city-in-ashes
As fires ravage Los Angeles for a fifth straight day, the death toll has climbed to at least 11 people, and over 140,000 acres have been scorched, leaving entire neighborhoods in ashes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-ai-to-shake-up-banking-putting-thousands-of-jobs-at-risk
The global banking industry is bracing for a seismic shift as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize the sector. A recent study by Bloomberg Intelligence predicts that up to 200,000 jobs in banking will be eliminated over the next three to five years as AI takes over tasks currently performed by employees....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exciting-beyond-sea-and-sun-conference-to-shape-cyprus-tourism-future
Cyprus is gearing up for a pivotal event tomorrow, with the ''Beyond Sea and Sun'' conference set to bring together key players from the global tourism industry to discuss the future of the island's tourism sector.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/heated-reactions-over-cyprus-pay-as-you-throw-waste-management-plan
Cyprus' Parliament saw strong reactions on Wednesday following Agriculture Minister Maria Panagiotou’s announcement regarding the ''Pay As I Throw'' (PAYT) waste management system....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-dragon-threatens-citrus-and-exports
The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment is requesting the support of local authorities to prevent the destruction of the island’s citrus crops....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mcdonald-s-cuts-lgbtq-inclusion-efforts-but-claims-it-still-‘cares-about-diversity
McDonald’s, one of the world’s most recognizable brands, is recalibrating its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in response to recent societal and legal changes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/twin-wildfires-ravage-southern-california-devastating-celebrity-enclave
Two fast-moving wildfires erupted Tuesday in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands to flee and leaving a path of destruction across neighborhoods, including Pacific Palisades — a scenic, ocean-adjacent area known for its celebrity residents and multimillion-dollar homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/government-and-larnaca-reach-agreement-on-port-and-marina-development
An agreement has been reached between the government and Larnaca stakeholders regarding the future development of the city’s port and marina,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-aims-for-cheaper-electricity-with-competitive-market-by-2025
The government is ramping up efforts to bring down electricity costs for households and businesses by July 2025 through the introduction of a competitive electricity market, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou announced on Tuesday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/2025-a-new-chapter-for-cyprus-s-property-market
2024 was both literally and figuratively a leap year. Metaphorically speaking, we anticipated this shift a year ago as we reflected on 2023 and made our predictions for the year ahead....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-greece-mourns-former-prime-minister-costas-simitis
The Greek government has declared four days of national mourning following the death of former prime minister Costas Simitis, with a state funeral to honor his legacy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-and-turkish-cypriot-experts-unite-to-combat-island-wide-plant-diseases
Greek and Turkish Cypriot experts are working together to stop the spread of harmful plant diseases that are affecting crops across the whole island. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rising-dam-levels-bring-hope-after-months-of-drought
The recent rains, storms, and snowfall across Cyprus have brought a welcome relief after years of drought and dry reservoirs. As we step into the new year, there’s cautious optimism that the country can avoid the looming threat of desertification this summer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/more-spending-in-cyprus-but-prices-are-rising
Cyprus is seeing more people shopping and spending money, but higher prices are still affecting the cost of living. New data shows that in November 2024, both the amount of goods sold and the money spent in retail stores went up compared to last year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-a-year-of-change-and-controversy-in-cyprus
2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/ikea-furniture-is-now-worth-a-small-fortune-–-here-s-why
We all know IKEA for its affordable, no-frills furniture: $1 storage bins, $10 desks, you name it. But what if I told you that some of their vintage pieces are now selling for way more than you’d ever imagine?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ucl-each-cigarette-takes-20-minutes-off-life-expectancy
A single cigarette reduces a smoker's life expectancy by an average of 20 minutes, a new study from the University of London UCL concludes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-increases-interest-rates-on-arrears-and-court-cases-for-2025
Starting January 1, 2025, Cyprus is increasing interest rates related to arrears and court cases, which could affect anyone with overdue debts to the state or those involved in legal disputes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2024-a-year-that-seriously-damaged-cyprus-s-investment-reputation
2024 will go down in history as a year that seriously damaged Cyprus’s investment reputation, with the collapse of several high-profile state projects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/europe-s-salary-showdown
Curious about which European countries are paying the best?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-general-strike-continues-in-occupied-areas-over-cost-of-living-reforms
The general strike called by 32 unions across both public and private sectors in the occupied territories continues for a second day today, as workers protest proposed amendments to key regulations affecting their livelihoods. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/majority-of-cypriots-lack-faith-in-government-according-to-recent-survey
Cypronetwork, a Cyprus-based market research and consulting firm, has released its latest barometer survey, shedding light on the issues that most concern citizens in Cyprus, public trust in institutions, and electoral behavior....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/2025-a-year-of-transition
There is no doubt that 2025 will be a pivotal year for the Cyprus problem as we have historically understood it....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-signs-major-deal-for-airport-upgrades-to-boost-passenger-traffic
Cyprus has officially signed an agreement to settle long-standing disputes over its international airports. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-is-moving-forward-with-its-digital-assistant-steering-clear-of-cypriot-work-habits
The Digital Assistant is here! It's the first application of Productive Artificial Intelligence in the Cypriot public sector....
