https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/olympion-in-cyprus-joins-leading-k12-education-group-globeducate
Globeducate announces the acquisition of Education Group OLYMPION School (Εκπαιδευτικός Όμιλος ΟΛΥΜΠΙΟΝ) near Nicosia in Cyprus, a group of Greek private schools with nearly 450 pupils aged 6 to 18 across Gymnasium, Lyceum and, from September 2024, Elementary stages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriots-turkey-denounce-netflix-series-famagusta
The Turkish Cypriot leadership and Turkey's Foreign Ministry have condemned Netflix's decision to stream the series "Famagusta," accusing it of distorting historical facts about the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hellenic-bank-s-profits-surge-amid-higher-lending-rates
Hellenic Bank, Cyprus’ second-largest lender, has had a strong start to 2024, reporting a net profit of €189 million in the first half of the year—a solid 18% increase from last year. This boost in profit is mainly due to a 30% rise in interest income, driven by higher European Central Bank (ECB) interest rates....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-illusion-of-prosperity-as-unemployment-numbers-mask-realities
In its analysis, the Central Bank of Cyprus notes that in the first quarter of 2024, unemployment fell to 6%, the lowest level since 2009....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-fate-of-the-greece-cyprus-energy-link-hangs-in-the-balance
This week will be crucial to whether the power grid link between Greece and Cyprus via Crete will be implemented....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-problem-delays-eu-summit-amid-euro-turkish-disputes
At Thursday's informal EU foreign ministers' meeting, High Representative Josep Borrell initially focused on Ukraine and the Middle East, almost overlooking the Euro-Turkish relations discussion with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. Journalists had to remind him to address this topic....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-s-fidan-pushes-equal-sovereignty-for-cyprus-at-eu-talks
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s initial intervention during the informal summit of the Foreign Ministers of the EU in Brussels, on Thursday, was made without reference to the Cyprus problem, according to diplomatic sources....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/winds-and-sea-conditions-to-intensify-along-coastal-areas
A seasonal low-pressure system is affecting the region, bringing unstable weather conditions expected to intensify from Sunday onward....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-airport-seizes-48-kg-tobacco-and-145-cigarette-cartons
Cyprus customs officials seized 48 kilograms of roll-your-own tobacco and 145 cartons of cigarettes from two passengers at Larnaca Airport on Tuesday, August 27....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-follows-germany-s-lead-on-refugee-returns-to-syria
A recent Islamist terror attack in Solingen, which left three people dead, is prompting a reevaluation of Germany's migration policies ahead of upcoming national elections....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/energy-minister-and-finance-minister-clash-over-cyprus-energy-future
The Republic of Cyprus is at a critical juncture in its energy sector as multiple projects face delays and uncertainty, raising concerns about the country's future energy security and international relations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-turkish-ministers-meet-ahead-of-un-talks
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis will meet with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on Thursday, on the sidelines of the informal meeting of EU Foreign Ministers in Brussels.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-banks-to-engage-with-top-investors-in-london
The investment community is turning its focus to a major conference in London, set for late September, where several Cypriot banks will be represented....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-tightens-bank-statement-rules-for-schengen-visa
Travelers planning to visit Greece need a Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cera-decision-delay-stalls-cyprus-crete-electrical-cable-project
The Regulatory Authority of Cyprus (CERA) has once again postponed its decision on the timing of cost recovery for the Cyprus-Crete electrical cable project, causing frustration among stakeholders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/how-are-political-changes-affecting-turkey-s-military
Given Turkey's status as a major national security threat to our country, assessing the combat readiness of the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) is crucial....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/august-sees-deadliest-week-on-cyprus-roads-in-2024
Cyprus has seen a troubling increase in road fatalities so far this year compared to the same period last year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/party-leaders-argue-over-president-s-decision-to-invite-turkish-minister
Recent tensions have emerged between the Cypriot government and its supporting parties over President Nikos Christodoulides's handling of the Cyprus issue, exposing deeper internal fractures within these parties amid the summer lull....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-authorities-probe-house-construction-near-river-kryos
Cypriot authorities are investigating a house construction project near the Kryos River in Pano Platres after concerns were raised about its proximity to the river....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobank-s-michalis-louis-set-to-become-new-ceo-of-hellenic-bank
Michalis Louis, CEO of Eurobank Cyprus, is expected to be named the new chief executive officer of Hellenic Bank following the bank’s 50th Annual General Meeting on September 18, 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-political-team-meets-today-to-discuss-eu-and-un-diplomacy
The Cyprus Political Team will hold its first meeting at noon Wednesday since the group's composition was announced last April....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-your-gps-is-off-military-actions-by-israel-disrupt-navigation-in-cyprus
If your smartphone's GPS system has been inaccurately showing your location as Limassol when you're actually in Protaras, don't worry......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/choirokoitia-archaeological-site-in-urgent-need-of-modernization
For many years, even before independence, Cyprus Tourism and the relevant authorities have relied heavily on the "sun and sea" model, which has significantly influenced how......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tui-halts-day-trips-to-occupied-areas-of-cyprus
TUI, Europe’s largest tour operator, has announced that it will stop organizing day trips from the free areas of Cyprus to the occupied territories starting August 31. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-banks-set-for-major-changes-in-september
September will bring significant shifts for Cyprus's two largest banks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-fidias-unity-message-is-polarizing
Let me clarify from the outset: I do not align with those who view Fidias’s presence in politics as a healthy development, nor do I support the notion that his election represents a "revolutionary" challenge to the failures of our political system....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/christodoulides-criticized-for-inconsistent-policy-on-turkey-s-eu-role
On February 2-3, 2024, the Belgian presidency of the Council of the European Union hosted an informal meeting of Foreign Ministers, known as the Gymnich, in Brussels....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-s-recurring-pollution-problem-calls-for-stronger-government-action
A recurring pollution problem in the Limassol sea has once again provoked strong reactions from citizens, highlighting a lack of coordination among state departments. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/what-a-federation-means-for-cyprus-eu-status
We say Cyprus is an indivisible, unified, consubstantial state that could become a federation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/progress-and-pain-as-7-missing-persons-identified-so-far-in-2024
The remains of five Greek Cypriots and two Turkish Cypriots were identified in 2024, highlighting the ongoing efforts of the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP) to bring closure to families affected by decades-old conflicts....
