https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/deloitte-cyprus-ceo-on-65-years-challenges-and-future-strategies
Deloitte Cyprus celebrates 65 years of presence on the island, playing a major role in the financial affairs of the state....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minors-still-held-in-adult-prisons-urgent-action-needed
In a concerning development, legislation addressing the detention of minors in adult prisons remains stalled since 2021....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-faces-calls-to-repay-thousands-of-euros-after-ag-audit
In a new report, Cyprus Auditor General Odysseus Michaelides has intensified the conflict with President Nicos Christodoulides. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-my-friend-kyriakos-we-will-not-threaten-you-if-you-do-not-threaten-us
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan talks about all issues concerning Greek-Turkish relations in an exclusive interview with K, twenty-four hours before he arrives in Athens, stressing that he is looking forward to "a new page" based on the ''win-win principle''....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/critical-battle-looms-as-parliament-debates-foreclosure-legislation
Background consultations are in progress to prepare amendments to the legislative package on divestments, set for submission to the Parliament Plenary on Friday for a vote....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/foreclosure-showdown-escalates-with-parliament-vote
The Greek government is set to present legislation in Parliament this Friday addressing borrower protection in relation to foreclosures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/questions-arise-over-€18-5m-purchase-for-foreign-ministry-relocation
Members of the Finance Committee in the Parliament have raised questions about the proposed release of 18.5 million euros for the purchase of the former Laiki Bank building in Nicosia, intended as the temporary relocation site for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-s-groundbreaking-e-health-project-unveiled
The planning of the project for citizens’ e-health file will last 30 months, but at the same time the implementation of some pillars of the project will begin, said the Chairman of the National e-health Authority (NeHA), Professor Christos N. Schizas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/audit-service-alleges-illegal-use-and-abuse-of-power-in-transporting-president-s-children
After intense controversy surrounding the draft announcement on the allowances and benefits of the President, the Presidential Palace is once again under scrutiny by the Audit Service. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/developer-s-double-plea-amidst-partially-frozen-road-project-in-akamas
None of those who attended the meeting of the Environment Committee left any wiser about what is happening in the projects that have been carried out in recent months for the first phase of improvement of part of the road network of the Akamas National Forest Park....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russia-s-loyalty-agreements-pose-threat-to-foreigners-freedom-of-expression
In a move that raises concerns over freedom of expression, Russia's interior ministry has drafted legislation requiring foreigners to sign a "loyalty agreement" upon entry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-procopiou-demands-severe-punishment-for-traffickers
Minister of Justice and Public Order, Anna Koukkides-Procopiou said emphasis should be placed in severe punishment for traffickers.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecologists-take-on-cat-poisoning-and-feed-container-destruction
George Perdikis, the newly elected President of the Ecologist Movement, engaged in discussions with the Provincial Police Director on Monday, November 27, to address issues related to the management of complaints regarding cat feeding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/south-korea-breaks-with-tradition-announcing-plans-to-ban-dog-meat-consumption
South Korea is set to ban eating dogs by 2027, according to the policy chief of the ruling People Power Party, Yu Eui-dong. At a meeting with government officials and animal rights activists, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/navigating-black-friday-discounts-vs-reality
Discounts of a few euros, or even cents, are being advertised by electronics and appliance companies in anticipation of Black Friday. However, market activity does not seem to meet the expected levels for the Black Friday period, and it is certainly considerably lower compared to the peak observed in 2018 and 2019....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-intel-goes-solo-against-organized-crime
In a significant move, the Police Intelligence Service in Cyprus gains independence, breaking ties with the YKAN to focus on a broader spectrum of organized crime, including hooligans.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dipa-to-slash-red-light-ticket-costs
For what is provided in the bill submitted before the Transport Committee of the House of Representatives to adjust the prices of fines from the fixed cameras, spoke to 'K,' the MP of DIPA, Marinos Mousiuttas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/intense-policing-targets-truck-and-bus-compliance
In a dedicated effort to enhance road safety, the police conducted a comprehensive education and enforcement campaign from Monday, November 6, to Sunday, November 12....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/creditors-dispute-foreclosure-laws-and-strategic-defaults
Creditors reluctantly agree to extend the freeze on main residence foreclosures up to €350k, but tensions arise over proposed legislative changes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/discovery-of-five-dead-foxes-sparks-call-for-investigation
The Animal Party of Cyprus has once again called on the Minister of Interior, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, to initiate an immediate comprehensive scientific study by independent researchers following the recent discovery of five deceased foxes. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-plenary-votes-on-teleworking-bill-what-s-at-stake
In a decisive move, the House plenary convened this afternoon to cast their votes on a groundbreaking teleworking bill, aiming to establish a robust framework for regulating working conditions in the evolving landscape of remote employment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-seizes-5-000-illegal-meds-in-pangea-operation
The fear of social stigmatization among our fellow citizens regarding diseases such as mental illness, HIV/AIDS, and erectile dysfunction is being intentionally exploited....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-court-breaks-new-ground-with-landmark-ruling-on-house-collapse
In a groundbreaking decision, the Paphos District Court recently ruled on a case involving a house collapse in the village of Armos, Paphos District, due to subsidence. The court awarded the plaintiffs 256 thousand euros, covering the purchase price of the house, along with interest and costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mandatory-insurance-for-doctors-to-ensure-accountability
In a move to address recent legal developments, the Democratic Rally (DISY) party in Cyprus has proposed a law requiring doctors to sign contracts with insurance companies and obtain licenses from the Pancyprian Medical Association....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-shuts-down-1-300-illegal-med-websites
For the 13th consecutive year, the Republic of Cyprus actively participated in Operation PANGEA XVI, held from October 3 to 10, 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nations-unite-for-a-tobacco-free-tomorrow
There is a growing number of countries implementing measures to curb smoking, to eradicate the habit in future generations. Portugal, Canada, Australia, France, New Zealand, Mexico, and the UK are among those taking steps to create a smoke-free generation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/e-kalathi-s-game-changing-bill-on-the-house-floor
Before the House Trade Committee, the bill proposing the creation of the e-kalathi electronic platform was revisited, with no external attendees.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hiv-patients-denied-care-forced-to-halt-medication
In 2023, although HIV is no longer contagious, HIV-positive patients in Cyprus continue to face marginalization and social exclusion when taking medication....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zelenskyy-s-unspoken-strategy-for-ukraine-s-victory
Ukraine's counteroffensive is still on track and will achieve its set goals by the end of the year, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministries-unite-to-transform-halloumi-industry
There is a need for order, mainly regarding the conduct of inspections but also other issues related to the production and distribution of halloumi cheese, the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Agriculture are trying, with George Papanastasiou and Petros Xenofontos agreeing that the management of all issues concerning the product, should be transferred to one and only ministry. And this was deemed necessary, since halloumi is now a protected designation of origin....
