https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/first-imo-gender-equality-award-presented-to-tototheo-maritime-co-ceo-despina-panayiotou-theodosiou
Despina Panayiotou Theodosiou, Co-CEO of Tototheo Maritime™, and a prominent figure in the maritime industry, has been honored with the inaugural ''Gender Equality Award'' by the International Maritime Organization (IMO)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christmas-villages-across-cyprus-sparkle-in-seasonal-grandeur
In a joyous celebration on the evening of November 25, 2023, the Christmas Villages for 2023-2024 were officially launched in Kyperounda....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hostage-release-delayed-as-hamas-demands-aid-access
Hamas's armed wing, Izz ad-Din al-Qassam brigades, has announced a delay in the second release of hostages scheduled for Saturday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/international-red-cross-secures-release-of-civilian-hostages-in-gaza-strip
In a significant development, the International Red Cross has taken custody of 24 civilian hostages held in the Gaza Strip, as reported by Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-ceasefire-set-for-tomorrow-friday-at-7am
A ceasefire in Gaza will commence at 7 a.m. on Friday morning, as announced by Qatar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-splurges-€1-47m-on-electric-cars-amid-rising-living-costs
In a significant move towards sustainable practices, Mr. Alexis Vafeadis, the Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works, recently accepted a fleet of electric vehicles from Michaels Automotive Ltd....
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/akel-urges-president-to-prioritize-people-s-health
In a bold statement, AKEL, a prominent political party, has brought to light the Minister of Health's frustration with the Ministry of Finance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/decoding-the-secrets-of-confidential-oligarch-deals
Hours before Cyprus faced criticism in the European Parliament for alleged involvement of Cypriot companies in the movement of funds for Russian oligarchs, officials in Nicosia defended their reputation.
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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/can-aphrodite-field-consortium-seal-the-deal
In a recent update on the Aphrodite field development, the Ministry of Energy has granted a seven-day extension until November 27 for the consortium to finalize an agreement with the government on the field's development plan....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-japan-under-threat-north-korea-fires-missile
In a tense development on Tuesday, North Korea reportedly launched a ballistic missile, prompting an emergency alert in Japan....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-bank-rakes-in-€240-7m-in-2023-s-first-9-months
Hellenic Bank announced on Tuesday a profit of €240.7 million for the first 9 months of 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-chevron-s-aphrodite-development-talks-intensify
Negotiations between Cyprus and Chevron regarding the long-standing differences over Block ''12'' on Cyprus' Aphrodite are reaching a climax. On November 20, the deadline for the last two-week extension granted to Chevron expired....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/voice-council-president-unveils-rise-in-child-abuse-amidst-cyber-surge
In an interview with ''SPOR FM 95.0'' on the ''DIASPORA NEWS'' show, Anastasia Papadopoulou, President of the ''Voice'' Council, discussed the escalating flow of complaints related to the sexual abuse of children and minors. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-spike-in-economic-uncertainty-amidst-regional-conflict
After a relatively stable six-month period, economic uncertainty in Cyprus experienced a notable surge in October, with the Economic Policy Uncertainty (EPU) index reaching an estimated 256.63, compared to its September value of 202.84....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-tree-mendous-extravaganza-as-fresh-christmas-trees-now-up-for-grabs
The Forestry Department, under the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and the Environment, joyfully announces the availability of Christmas trees for sale to the public! Starting from Monday, November 27, until Friday, December 17, you can bring the holiday spirit home by purchasing your Christmas tree at various enchanting sales centers across Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/six-students-expelled-from-paphos-technical-school
The secondary body of the Ministry of Education has officially approved the decision by the Teachers' Association of the Technical School in Paphos to expel six students. ...
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/jingle-all-the-way-to-lefkara-s-christmas-village
The charming Municipality of Lefkara has just been chosen by the Ministry of Tourism to host a winter wonderland like no other – SanTaLefkara, a Christmas Village extravaganza!...
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/demetriou-s-challenge-for-cyprus-to-rise-from-the-credibility-ashes
The need for a collective and comprehensive effort to reclaim the credibility of Cyprus is more urgent than ever, pledged on Thursday President of the House of Representative Annita Demetriou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-direct-intervention-in-israel-conflict-says-iran-s-leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran will continue supporting Hamas but will not intervene directly - Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader
Iran’s supreme leader told the head of Hamas in a face-to-face meeting in Tehran that his country would not enter the war with Israel and accused the terror group of not giving any prior warning of the Oct 7 attacks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deputy-ministry-s-one-stop-shop-for-shipping-sets-sail-monday
The one-stop-shop shipping centre at the Deputy Ministry of Shipping will be operating as of next Monday, starting with the services of the Department of Population Records and Immigration, announced the competent Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jews-in-la-protest-for-ceasefire-in-gaza
In a rain-soaked protest on Hollywood Boulevard, over 1,000 demonstrators demanded an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-unveils-bold-housing-policy-boost
In a strategic move to spur affordable housing development, the Cyprus government introduces a groundbreaking housing policy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finance-minister-perturbed-over-cyprus-confidential
Finance Minister Makis Keravnos expressed dismay over the revelations in ''Cyprus Confidential,'' emphasizing concerns about ongoing portrayals of Cyprus as a problematic financial and investment destination....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-takes-on-mosquito-menace-as-residents-warned-to-drain-trouble-spots
Municipal authorities in Larnaca are intensifying systematic mosquito spraying efforts as residents are found neglecting areas conducive to mosquito breeding. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/master-the-art-of-black-friday-shopping
As the Black Friday tradition, originating in the 1960s in the United States, ushers in the Christmas shopping season, Cypriots face unique economic challenges....
