https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/rate-hikes-got-you-down-bank-of-cyprus-has-€2-million-with-strings-attached
Bank of Cyprus, perhaps feeling a twinge of sympathy for mortgage holders grappling with those pesky European Central Bank interest rate hikes, has unveiled a €2 million rewards program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/murderer-behind-bars-gives-controversial-podcast-interview
In a bizarre and controversial turn of events, Loy Dejan, a notorious four-time murderer, has made waves by giving an online interview from his prison cell, further igniting concerns over the rampant use of mobile phones inside Cyprus' Central Prison....
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/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/news/online-registrations-now-available-for-first-graders
As part of its policy and initiatives to transition to a more modern digital school system and enhance services for better management of processes in public schools, the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth (MESY) announces the launch of the Education and Training e-Governance Project (eDEA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-rolls-out-support-measures-for-vulnerable-groups
After a tense voting session last week, when the bill to tax bank profits narrowly failed to pass in Parliament, the Bank of Cyprus seems to be stepping up with measures aimed at helping vulnerable communities across the island. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-banker-bank-of-cyprus-wins-bank-of-the-year-award-again-for-2024
The Banker, one of the leading international publications focused on banking and finance, has named Bank of Cyprus the Bank of the Year in Cyprus in its 2024 awards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uss-sulliavan
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) has arrived at Larnaca Port, marking a brief yet meaningful stopover in Cyprus before redeploying in the Eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/primary-residence-and-the-benefit-of-5-reduced-vat-rate
Nowadays having your own permanent residence is a must, however the cost for the acquisition or construction of a house/apartment has significantly increased in the last few years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/boc-finalizes-sale-of-troubled-loans-to-boost-stability-and-growth
In September 2024, the Bank of Cyprus reached a deal with funds linked to Cerberus Global Investments B.V. to sell a portfolio of non-performing loans—primarily business loans backed by collateral. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hellenic-bank-reports-€284-4m-profit-for-2024
Hellenic Bank reported a profit of €284.4 million for the first nine months of 2024, up from €240.7 million in the same period last year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-repays-over-€1b-in-debt-easing-financial-strain
Cyprus made strides in paying down its debt in the second quarter of 2024, settling over €1 billion in bonds and loans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-us-a-partnership-through-decades-of-change-and-challenge
As President Nikos Christodoulides arrives at the White House today for an anticipated meeting with President Joe Biden, this event represents a defining moment in Cyprus-U.S. relations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/harris-and-trump-neck-and-neck-in-final-stretch
As the November 5 election approaches, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are in a tight race for the White House, according to the latest New York Times/Siena poll, which shows them tied at 48% among likely voters. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-u-s-launch-historic-strategic-dialogue-to-strengthen-bilateral-ties
Nicosia and Washington are forming a concrete footprint for deepening their bilateral relations at the strategic level with the first-ever CY-US Strategic Dialogue launched today. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/winners-of-robotex-and-mrc-cyprus-2024-awarded-at-the-bank-of-cyprus
The winners of the 7th Robotex Cyprus and the 1st Minoan RobotSports Competition MRC Cyprus that took place last June under the auspices of the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, were honored.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/freedom-holding-corp-marks-5th-anniversary-of-nasdaq-ipo-with-significant-growth-milestones
Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC) is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its IPO on the Nasdaq Capital Market, one of the world’s leading stock exchanges. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/protests-rise-against-barcelona-s-growing-tourist-influx
Barcelona is grappling with a surge in tourism that has led to rising tensions among locals. Iconic landmarks like Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, along with bustling streets like Las Ramblas, are attracting 170,000 visitors daily, according to city authorities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2-2-million-visitors-since-varosha-s-reopening-tatar-says
Long-term goals for Varosha include the demolition and reconstruction of some buildings, as well as the renovation of others, which would contribute to the economy of the Turkish-occupied north, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar said.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/deloitte-cyprus-issues-its-annual-transparency-report-fostering-resilience-creating-enduring-value
Deloitte Cyprus issued its 13th Transparency Report covering the period from 1 June 2023 to 31 May 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-lady-returns-to-foreign-affairs-duties-amid-allowance-controversy
First Lady Philippa Karsera-Christodoulides is set to return to her position at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following the expiration of her unpaid leave granted after her husband, Nikos Christodoulides, was elected President of the Republic. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-falls-behind-on-eu-recovery-plan-meets-only-5-of-targets
In today's 'Oikonomiki', Panayiotis Rougalas reports that Cyprus has only achieved 5% of the milestones outlined in its Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP), falling far behind other European Union countries in implementing reforms tied to the EU’s Next Generation funding program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-construction-raises-concerns-at-latchi-tourist-site
Authorities are grappling with a series of planning violations at a tourist complex in Latchi, Cyprus, being developed by Israeli interests....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-cuts-funds-to-hungary-over-unpaid-asylum-fine
The European Union has begun the process of reclaiming hundreds of millions of euros meant for Hungary after the country's government refused to pay a significant fine for violating the bloc’s asylum rules....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/building-permits-surge-150-in-june-amid-major-reform
Building permits issued in Cyprus saw a massive 150% jump in June 2024 compared to the same month last year, as authorities worked to clear a backlog ahead of a major reform. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-supreme-court-to-rule-on-auditor-general-s-potential-dismissal
UPDATE: The Supreme Constitutional Court unanimously ruled Wednesday to suspend Auditor General Odysseus Michaelides, citing misconduct and incompetence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russia-s-ongoing-efforts-to-undermine-elections-experts-warn
Russia has been actively working to influence democratic elections globally, according to Yulia Smirnova of the Berlin-based Center for Monitoring, Analysis, and Strategy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/millions-of-lego-pieces-lost-at-sea-still-turning-up-after-nearly-three-decades
On a rainy day in late June, marine biologist Hayley Hardstaff discovered a Lego dragon on Portwrinkle Beach in Cornwall, England. It was a black plastic piece missing its upper jaw, but to Hardstaff, it represented a small part of one of the strangest maritime incidents in history.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-s-7-hour-flights-start-at-£89-if-you-re-up-for-a-squeeze
Ultra-low-cost carrier Wizz Air will maintain its no-frills offering even as it introduces longer flights, betting that passengers will "suffer the pain" for cheaper fares....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-cyprus-defence-cooperation-sparks-turkish-backlash-as-un-pushes-for-peace
Turkey condemned the signing of a roadmap this week to enhance U.S.-Cyprus defense cooperation, citing concerns about the impact on peace efforts and regional security....