https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-powers-plan-for-gradual-defense-shift-amid-u-s-reduction
The UK, France, Germany, and Scandinavian nations are in talks about a long-term strategy to take on greater defense responsibilities in Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/government-to-fill-26-000-public-sector-jobs-in-2025-but-thousands-remain-vacant
The 2025 Budget includes 26,516 first appointment positions in the public sector, out of a total of 38,803 approved positions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gets-credit-rating-boost-what-it-means-for-the-economy
Cyprus received a major financial boost as credit rating agency Morningstar DBRS upgraded the country’s credit rating to A (low) from BBB (high), marking a key step in the country’s economic progress. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-greek-statues-were-once-vibrantly-colored-not-white
For centuries, the world has admired the pristine white marble statues of ancient Greece, believing them to embody classical perfection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/breast-practices-parliament-moves-toward-better-support-for-nursing-mothers
The Parliamentary Health Committee has examined proposed regulations to establish designated breastfeeding and breast milk expression rooms in workplaces and public areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-monk-seal-population-bounces-back-but-the-battle-isn-t-over
The elusive Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus), one of the world’s rarest marine mammals, is making a slow but steady comeback along Cyprus’ shores....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-new-notched-cards-for-greater-autonomy
The Bank of Cyprus, always committed to its customers and society, has taken another important step toward universal inclusion by introducing new cards with distinctive notches to improve service accessibility....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/45-year-old-woman-arrested-for-fraud-involving-vehicles-tickets-and-products
A 45-year-old woman was arrested on Thursday by police to assist in investigations into three cases of fraud....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/here-s-where-the-11-new-atms-will-be-installed-in-cyprus
The two major banks in Cyprus, Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, are moving forward with agreements made with President Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-mayor-sounds-alarm-over-city-s-financial-crisis
Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, has raised the alarm over the capital’s financial situation, warning that without immediate state support, the municipality will struggle to meet its obligations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-s-behind-the-increase-in-waste-and-property-taxes-in-engomi
Nicosia’s Mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, explained the decision to increase waste and property taxes in Engomi....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hang-up-or-pay-up-tougher-penalties-for-drivers-using-phones
Drivers caught holding a mobile phone while driving could soon face stricter financial penalties if a proposal by the Police, expected to be submitted for legislation, becomes law....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/consulco-s-lc-london-credit-aif-v-c-i-c-public-ltd-london-credit-fund-launches-compartment-c
Consulco is delighted to announce the launch of Investment Compartment C, the newest sub-fund of the London Credit Fund. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meningitis-cases-–-ministry-of-health-guidelines-for-prevention-and-management
The diagnosis of two cases of meningococcal disease has prompted action from Medical Services and Public Health Authorities, which are closely monitoring developments and remain on high alert, having already activated the relevant protocols....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-of-cyprus-upgraded-to-investment-grade-by-fitch
The Bank of Cyprus has just hit another major milestone—Fitch Ratings has upgraded the bank to investment grade, marking the third global rating agency to do so. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-warn-about-the-health-risks-of-bottled-water-and-microplastics
Recent research has uncovered alarming health risks associated with drinking bottled water, primarily due to microplastics....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-mep-calls-for-return-of-statue-of-liberty-citing-us-departure-from-its-values
French MEP Raphael Glucksmann has stirred controversy by suggesting that the United States should return the Statue of Liberty to France....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lower-vat-on-electricity-to-ease-consumer-costs-starting-in-april
Starting April 1, 2025, the Cyprus Electricity Authority (AΗΚ) will implement a temporary consumer support measure announced recently by President Nikos Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-death-of-9-month-old-baby-left-in-a-car
A heartbreaking incident occurred on Friday afternoon (March 14) in Nicosia, when a 9-month-old baby was found dead after being left in a car for several hours....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/grow-your-own-lemons-easy-ways-to-propagate-a-lemon-tree-at-home
Love lemons? You can grow an endless supply right at home by propagating a lemon tree from an existing one. Experts share four simple methods to ensure success....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-personal-responsibility-found-for-flooding-in-pharmaceutical-warehouses
Health Minister Michalis Damianou confirmed that a tender is currently underway for the rental or construction of new pharmaceutical warehouses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/atm-debate-reaches-kykkos-monastery
An ATM at a monastery? It might sound like the setup for a joke, but it's a real proposal being considered as part of an effort to bring banking services to Cyprus' remote and mountainous regions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/engine-fire-forces-emergency-landing-of-american-airlines-flight
A dramatic scene unfolded on Thursday when an American Airlines plane caught fire mid-flight, forcing an emergency landing in Denver, Texas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-found-dead-with-hands-and-feet-bound-and-a-bag-over-his-head
A man was found dead in the Omonia area of Athens, inside the apartment where he was temporarily staying....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-nearly-400-hundred-cases-of-colorectal-cancer-annually
Approximately 350 to 400 new cases of colorectal cancer are diagnosed in Cyprus each year, making it the island's third most common cancer....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-influencer-accused-of-embezzling-funds-for-hospital-reconstruction
The Palestinian Health Ministry in Ramallah has accused Gazan influencer Saleh Al Jafarawi, also known as 'Mr. FAFO', of embezzling money meant for the reconstruction of Al-Nasr Children's Hospital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/consulco-welcomes-christoforos-kittenis-as-director-at-london-credit
Consulco is proud to announce the addition of Christoforos Kittenis to the team as Director at London Credit, the UK-based lender of the Consulco Group....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-talks-on-normalization-between-israel-and-lebanon-despite-trump-s-claims
There are no ongoing discussions about normalization between Israel and Lebanon, according to sources familiar with the matter. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-‘together-we-are-changing-cyprus
President Nicos Christodoulides reflected on his administration’s accomplishments during a televised sit-down with journalists, marking two years since he took office....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ctp-committed-to-resolving-the-cyprus-problem-says-akansoy
Asim Akansoy, Secretary-General of the Republican Turkish Party (CTP), shared insights from his recent participation in a program in Bern, Switzerland....
