https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-flights-from-lebanon-for-uk-nationals-with-boat-routes-to-cyprus
More charter flights are expected throughout the day to evacuate British nationals from Lebanon, according to the UK Foreign Office, which described the number of flights as "limited."
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reveals-crystal-waters-as-junior-eurovision-2024-entry
Cyprus has unveiled its entry for Junior Eurovision 2024, a song titled "Crystal Waters," performed by 11-year-old Maria Pissarides. The announcement was made by Cyprus' national broadcaster, CyBC....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-braces-for-uncontrolled-migration-amid-middle-east-crisis
Greece is bracing for a potential wave of uncontrolled migration, a concern highlighted during Wednesday’s meeting of the country’s National Security Council (KYSYEA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/45-cypriots-set-to-return-from-lebanon-via-greek-military-aircraft
Forty-five Cypriots have expressed interest in being repatriated from Lebanon, according to Theodoros Gotsis, Press Spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-president-heads-to-un-talks-with-guterres-tatar
President Nikos Christodoulides will meet with the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and the Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar in New York on October 15, Deputy Government Spokesperson Yiannis Antoniou told CNA on Thursday morning....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-cyprus-is-not-at-risk-from-iran-s-ballistic-missiles
The recent escalation between Israel and Iran—marked by Tehran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel Tuesday night—and the ongoing conflict in Lebanon have raised concerns for the Republic of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-hosts-successful-5th-wellness-camp-in-agros
The 5th Lidl Wellness Camp, organized by Lidl Cyprus, took place with great success on the weekend of September 14-15 at the picturesque Rodon Mount Hotel & Resort in Agros....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/letymbiotis-announces-activation-of-cyprus-‘estia-evacuation-plan
Cyprus’ national evacuation plan ''Estia'' for the reception and repatriation of citizens of third countries, is in full operation, Government Spokesperson Constantinos Letymbiotis announced on platform "X"....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-celebrates-64th-independence-day-with-military-parade
Cyprus marked its 64th Independence Day today with a military parade in Nicosia. Key political, religious, and military leaders, including President Nikos Christodoulides and Greece’s President Katerina Sakellaropoulou, attended the event alongside foreign ambassadors and defense officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lights-in-sky-over-cyprus-linked-to-iranian-missile-launches-no-immediate-threat
Cyprus residents reported seeing bright lights in the sky on Tuesday night, which may be linked to the debris from Iranian ballistic missiles launched toward Israel. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-braces-for-migrant-surge-as-war-in-lebanon-intensifies
A year after hostilities erupted in Israel, the conflict has now expanded to Lebanon, reigniting fears about the stability of the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/idf-claims-significant-strikes-at-least-44-killed-in-recent-attacks-on-hezbollah
Israel’s military carried out dozens of strikes on Hezbollah targets early Sunday, as reports surfaced of the assassinations of two more senior Hezbollah commanders following the killing of the militant group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in a southern Beirut suburb....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/maggie-smith-beloved-star-of-stage-and-screen-dies-at-89
Maggie Smith, the legendary and award-winning actress, has died at the age of 89. Known for her wide-ranging career, which spanned from The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie to Harry Potter and Downton Abbe...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-abolishes-visa-requirement-for-cypriots
In a significant diplomatic development, China has officially abolished visa requirements for Cypriot nationals, marking a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nyc-mayor-eric-adams-charged-with-bribery-involving-turkish-officials
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been charged with bribery and fraud in connection with an alleged scheme involving Turkish officials. Prosecutors say Adams accepted more than $100,000 in luxury travel, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-warships-to-anchor-in-occupied-cyprus-for-naval-celebrations
The Turkish warships TCG Meltem (P-334) and TCG Bartın (F-504) are set to anchor in the occupied territories on September 27 as part of celebrations marking the ''Victory of Preveza'' and the ''Day of the Naval Forces,'' according to a report by Bayimsiz Gazette....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/127-236-people-in-cyprus-were-at-risk-of-poverty-in-2023
Nearly 14% of people in Cyprus were at risk of poverty in 2023, according to a new report from the Statistical Service of Cyprus. This means around 127,236 individuals lived on a yearly disposable income of €11,324 or less....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-leaders-two-visions-for-cyprus
Significant developments emerged during the recent United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) as Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his support for a two-state solution in Cyprus,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-over-90-000-displaced-by-israeli-airstrikes-on-lebanon
The United Nations announced Wednesday that more than 90,000 individuals have been displaced due to five days of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon amid rising tensions in the region. The UN’s International Organization for Migration reported 90,530 newly displaced persons since Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-flee-southern-lebanon-amid-israeli-strikes
Thousands of civilians are fleeing southern Lebanon as intense Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah positions, creating a mass exodus that has choked major roads leading to Beirut....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-deploys-700-troops-to-cyprus-for-potential-lebanon-evacuation
The UK government has announced plans to deploy 700 troops to Cyprus in preparation for a potential evacuation of British nationals from Lebanon, amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fly-business-class-from-just-€150-with-cyprus-airways—limited-time-only
Cyprus Airways Introduces unmatched Business Class Fares Starting at €150: Luxury Travel Made Accessible...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-biobank-cy-coe-joins-the-european-researchers-night-2024
For the 18th year, the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) is presenting European Researchers' Night, titled ''Mission Possible: Researchers on Board for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cypriots-discuss-roadmap-to-constitutional-unity-for-a-federal-state
A bicommunal research program titled "Developing Common Ideas on Constitutional Issues," funded by the European Union, is engaging Greek Cypriots (GC) and Turkish Cypriots......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-s-hardline-on-syrian-deportations-gives-cyprus-green-light-for-returns
In a landmark ruling, Germany’s Supreme Administrative Court in Munster has determined that some areas of Syria can now be considered "safe," despite the ongoing civil war....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/politics-blog-akel-odysseas-and-wonderful-satire
AKEL is organizing a protest outside the Presidential Palace on Sunday, demonstrating against the dismissal of Odysseas Michaelides. Hearing this brought back memories of the protests outside the Presidential Palace after the Mari incident....
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/news/cyprus-faces-water-shortage-as-dams-reach-critically-low-levels
Cyprus is facing a significant water shortage as dam levels plummet due to a severe drought and ongoing climate changes, raising concerns among national and local authorities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-5th-lidl-wellness-camp-was-held-with-great-success
Continuing its tradition of promoting and strengthening a healthy lifestyle, Lidl Cyprus welcomed more than 250 participants of all ages to this year's Lidl Wellness Camp....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ftc-accuses-meta-of-putting-profits-ahead-of-user-privacy
A years-long study has uncovered that major social media and internet companies are involved in "mass surveillance" to capitalize on users' personal data, according to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)....
