https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/united-by-pride-a-bold-step-towards-human-rights-and-peace-in-cyprus
An important event for human rights and peace in Cyprus is set to take place in Nicosia on Saturday, June 17. It is the "United by Pride" Intercommunal Pride March, featuring two parallel marches starting at 18:00 from two central locations in Nicosia: Eleftherias Square and Kougioulou Park. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/unveiling-europe-s-hidden-gems-for-2023-10-affordable-and-underrated-destinations
Step off the overcrowded destinations that one can find all year and opt instead for unique destinations that have it all; beauty, serenity and, in most cases, more affordable prices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-outraged-over-reporter-s-question-on-ukrainian-bribery-case
US President Joe Biden expressed his outrage when confronted with a reporter's question regarding a potential bribery case involving a Ukrainian businessman, an issue passionately pursued by Republicans in anticipation of the November 2024 presidential election....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spoilsport-tatar-puts-damper-on-eager-christodoulides
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar believes that a political push for more EU involvement in the Cyprus Problem speaks volumes about the Greek Cypriot south, which is spearheading a “futile” initiative that has already been rejected by the north...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/floating-metropolis-to-tackle-climate-change
Japanese designers are preparing for rising sea levels in the future — by sitting on top of them in a vast floating city!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecb-raises-interest-rate-to-3-20-in-ongoing-tightening-campaign
The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced its decision to raise the interest rate to 3.20%, marking another step in its ongoing monetary policy tightening campaign. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/questions-emerge-after-deadly-migrant-boat-incident
Questions emerged about a fishing boat carrying hundreds of migrants that sank Wednesday off the coast of Greece, with new reports adding to confusion over the approach towards the trawler by Greek authorities...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/at-least-17-refugees-die-after-fishing-vessel-sinks-off-greece
At least 32 migrants drowned early on Wednesday when their boat capsized and sank off Greece, the country’s coast guard said...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/australian-embassy-celebrates-50-years-of-diplomatic-ties-with-cyprus
A wonderful reception took place yesterday within the historic walls of Nicosia, as the Australian embassy commemorated the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-pledge-to-safeguard-cyprus-reputation
President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides has stressed that the government will not allow a very small minority of people in the country to tarnish Cyprus' reputation, which was built after many years of effort....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/$280b-lost-in-fraud-and-mismanagement-of-us-covid-relief-aid
A recent investigation conducted by the Associated Press has exposed a rampant wave of fraud and mismanagement in the distribution of federal COVID-19 relief aid in the United States....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-us-based-bank-executive-to-lead-turkey-s-central-bank
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday appointed a former U.S.-based bank executive to head Turkey’s central bank, in another sign that his administration might pursue more conventional economic policies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-ministers-reach-historic-deal-on-migration-crisis
European Union ministers agreed on Thursday on how to share out the responsibility for looking after migrants and refugees, after 12 hours of negotiations got Italy and Greece to sign up to a deal that has eluded the bloc for nearly a decade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/declining-new-loans-in-cyprus-signals-economic-shifts
In April 2023, Cyprus experienced a notable decline in new lending, as reported by the Central Bank of Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finance-minister-warns-of-vat-consequences
With the deadlines long expired and the saga of amending the Value Added Tax Law to apply the reduced rate of 5% to specific residential square meters dragging on, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos sounds the alarm, emphasizing the palpable risk of Cyprus being taken to the European Court and fined....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-s-slow-ride-on-the-electric-car-bandwagon
We are slowly rushing towards zero-emission transportation. The data from new vehicle registrations indicate that while the numbers are increasing, the percentage of electric cars on Cypriot roads remains limited....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/380-cyta-employees-on-the-brink-of-departure
In an effort to further reduce operational expenses and renew its workforce, Cyta has implemented another voluntary employee exit plan, targeting individuals who meet specific conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finmin-underlines-the-importance-of-disciplined-policy
The contact circle with the banks has not been completed, and there will be a new one to adopt measures that will provide relief to borrowers regarding the increased interest rates....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ai-driven-job-losses-surge-marking-a-disturbing-trend
Almost 4,000 people who were laid off in May lost their jobs because of artificial intelligence, and it's the first time AI has been listed in the monthly report from Challenger, Gray, and Christmas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-plan-to-safeguard-vulnerable-groups-homes-nears-approval
The Director of the Press Office of the President of the Republic, Victor Papadopoulos, announced that a new plan to safeguard the first homes of vulnerable groups in Cyprus is on the horizon. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-emerges-as-top-beneficiary-of-eib-support-in-europe
The European Investment Bank (EIB) President, Werner Hoyer, announced that Cyprus remains the largest beneficiary of EIB support per capita in Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/california-electricity-bills-based-on-your-paycheck
Most of the time, what you pay for electricity or water or gas depends on how much you use. Leave the air conditioner and the lights on all night, and your electricity bill will spike. Take long, relaxing bubble baths every day, and your water bill will climb....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-cyprus-conundrum-hakan-fidan-s-potential-role-in-shaping-turkish-policy
The ''Turkish Century'' heralded by the re-election of Recep Tayyip Erdogan officially unfolds on Friday, generating interest in the individuals that the Turkish president will select for his cabinet. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-talks-up-island-s-shipping-to-india-officials
Deputy Minister for Shipping Marina Hadjimanolis described the shipping sector as an invaluable asset for Cyprus, stating her determination to further strengthen Cyprus' position in global shipping...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pentecost-weekend-to-boost-tourism-in-protaras
Last-minute reservations are typical for the Pentecost long weekend, as described by tourism professionals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gdp-soars-3-4-growth-in-q1-2023
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the first quarter of the year reached 6.2 billion euros, marking a 3.4% annual increase....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ec-urges-cyprus-to-comply-with-eu-vat-rules-for-homes
The European Commission has called on Cyprus to comply with EU VAT rules for dwellings by sending a reasoned opinion to the country, included in the Commission’s June infringements package.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/why-are-food-prices-so-high-in-europe
It is the most basic of staple food items: sliced white bread. In Britain, the average price of a loaf was 28 percent higher in April, at 1.39 pounds, or $1.72, than it was a year earlier....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-envoy-a-modern-european-approach-says-letymbiotis
The proposal for the appointment of a special envoy from the EU for the Cyprus issue is a modern European proposal that can change the EU's relations with Turkey and solve a longstanding problem, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/natural-gas-a-priority-for-affordable-electricity-generation
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) agrees with the government's priority to bring natural gas το Cyprus, in order to produce cheap electricity, said CCCI President Christodoulos Angastiniotis, after a meeting held between CCCI and President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, on Tuesday....
