https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-lags-in-access-to-cutting-edge-medicines
Cyprus falls behind in patient access to innovative medicines compared to other EU and EEA countries, ranking 23rd out of 36 nations, according to a survey by the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/will-cabinet-decide-to-extend-electricity-subsidies-to-consumers
The government is poised to discuss the renewal of the electricity subsidy measure, set to expire on June 30, at its upcoming Cabinet meeting, according to a report by Kathimerini's Hectoras Georgiou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stranded-abroad-here-s-what-airlines-must-provide
Flight cancellations and lengthy delays are the primary issues frustrating travelers, according to Trade and Industry Officer Anastasia Stylianides. Addressing these concerns, Stylianides also clarified the rights of passengers when their flights are canceled....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-hosts-comedy-summit-at-the-vatican
On Friday, Pope Francis welcomed more than 100 comedians to the Vatican, including stars like Jimmy Fallon and Chris Rock, for an event filled with laughter and fun. The gathering, which sparked both excitement and criticism, was a celebration of humor's ability to bring people together....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-president-advocates-von-der-leyen-metsola-re-election
President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides voiced on Monday his support for the re-election of Ursula von der Leyen and Roberta Metsola to the posts of President of the Commission and President of the European Parliament respectively....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-cyprus-launch-strategic-dialogue-post-blinken-kombos-meeting
Cyprus and US confirmed Monday the strategic aspect of their relationship and set the timetable for the beginning of the Strategic Dialogue which is going to be starting in September....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-alleges-human-trafficking-at-occupied-zone-universities
The Republic of Cyprus has filed a complaint against "academic institutions" in the occupied areas to the European Association for Quality Assurance......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/austrian-parliament-leader-in-cyprus-for-talks
The President of the National Council of the Austrian Parliament (Nationalrat) Wolfgang Sobotka, arrives on Tuesday in Cyprus for an official visit......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-$10-billion-plan-to-rebuild-cyprus-s-ghost-town
The Turkish newspaper Sözcü has drawn attention to Varosha, an abandoned area in Famagusta, calling it the "Las Vegas of the Mediterranean." The paper says it would take $10 billion to bring the ghost town back to life after being abandoned for 50 years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-in-brussels-for-key-eu-summits
President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides is in Brussels to attend the informal European Council and the European People's Party (EPP) informal summit. EU leaders will evaluate the results of the recent European elections and discuss the appointment of new top EU officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-eyes-market-return-with-ten-year-bond
Cyprus is gearing up to re-enter the financial markets in the near future to capitalize on the recent positive momentum bolstering its economy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/countries-must-create-greenspaces-by-2050-according-to-new-eu-law
The European Union has approved a new law aimed at restoring nature across its member countries, according to a report by Kathimerini's Alexandra Voudouri. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/politico-cyprus-is-the-solution-not-a-problem
Despite its long-standing division, Cyprus is emerging as a crucial player in the Middle East, offering a stable platform for political, economic, humanitarian, and military operations, according to an article published today in Politico by Ivo Daalder....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/only-5-676-of-103-281-eligible-t-c-voters-participated-in-the-eu-elections
In the recent European Parliament elections on June 9, hopes for a high turnout of Turkish Cypriot (T/C) voters were dashed. Despite having 103,281 eligible voters, only 5,676 T/Cs cast their ballots, a slight drop from 5,804 in 2019....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-plans-€3-1b-climate-investment-by-2030
Cyprus’ total investment on climate change in both EU and public funds as well as private investments are estimated to amount to €3.1 billion by 2030, the Finance Ministry has said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/fidias-win-triggers-debate-on-political-behavior
Last Sunday, when election winner Fidias Panayiotou appeared on the panel of Alpha TV station, it was not his incongruous outfit or his unusual behaviour, rushing to kiss and hug the presenters, that caused embarrassment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-takes-action-against-illegal-dumping-sites-fueling-fires
The big fire in Paphos has exposed some major issues: not only were the firefighting resources inadequate, but it also showed the government's long-standing negligence regarding illegal fires. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fidias-panayiotou-s-election-sets-a-new-standard
The election of YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou to the European Parliament has left traditional political parties in Cyprus rethinking their game plan, according to an article written by Kathimerini's Yiannis Ioannou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/frederick-university-is-once-again-the-best-performing-university-in-cyprus-in-the-times-higher-education-impact-rankings
With a total of 2,152 institutions from all over the world participating in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024, Frederick University has been placed among the top 201-300 universities for the second consecutive year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pournara-from-3145-to-245-migrants-in-two-years
The influx of irregular migrants into Cyprus has markedly declined following stringent government measures. Illustrative of this trend is the Pournara accommodation center, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-replaces-dangerous-asbestos-sewer-pipes-in-nicosia
The European Commission announced Thursday that work has begun to replace old asbestos pipes in the Nicosia sewer system. The project is funded by the Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot Community and will be carried out by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/joker-cyprus-ticket-wins-€100-000
In Thursday night's Joker draw (13/6), a total of 3.3 million euros was up for grabs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-assets-to-fund-ukraine-s-defense-against-russia
Leaders of the Group of Seven nations have struck a landmark agreement to extend a $50 billion loan to Ukraine, funded by interest earned on Russia’s immobilized central bank assets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-appoints-dr-nicholas-a-ioannidis-as-deputy-minister-of-immigration
President Nikos Christodoulides has appointed Dr. Nicholas A. Ioannidis as Deputy Minister of Immigration and International Protection, utilizing his constitutional powers. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€102-3m-spent-on-275-000-people-trained-on-30-500-programs
In the last five years, 275,000 people participated in 30,500 training programmes of the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (HRDA) and the total expenditure reached to 102.3 million euro,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-envision-transforming-people-s-lives-for-the-better
The Cleanthus Foundation aims to enhance the lives of those in need and make a positive impact on society through its programs and funding initiatives. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ayia-napa-mayor-faces-trial-for-alleged-forgery-and-fraud
Re-elected Mayor of Ayia Napa, Christos Zanettou, is set to appear before the Criminal Appeals Court. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-increases-number-of-flights-from-larnaca-cluj-and-varna
Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally1, is excited to announce the increase the number of flights from Larnaca, Cluj, and Varna,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-s-in-a-name-the-romantic-tale-of-rosebank-whisky
Rosebank. What a romantic name, isn’t it? To me, it conjures up images of blooming roses and tranquil riverbanks. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unhcr-concerns-over-asylum-seekers-trapped-in-buffer-zone
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has raised alarms over the safety and well-being of 31 asylum-seekers, including seven children, who are reportedly stranded in the UN Buffer Zone in Cyprus....
