https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-sends-sharp-letter-over-eurovision-flag-ban
The Eurovision song contest continued to spawn unprecedented controversy, days after the winner was crowned, with the 27-nation European Union lambasting organizers for their ''incoherence'' in banning its flag from the concert hall during the final....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hezbollah-leader-calls-for-migrant-boat-access-to-cyprus
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah on Monday called on Lebanese authorities to allow migrant boats to head to Europe amid rising anti-Syrian sentiment and accusations that Western countries aim to confine refugees in Lebanon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-picks-economist-belousov-as-defense-chief-shoigu-switches-gears
Russian President Vladimir Putin tapped a civilian economist as his surprise new defence minister on Sunday in an attempt to gird Russia for economic war by trying to better utilise the defence budget and harness greater innovation to win in Ukraine....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-commemorates-europe-day-with-vibrant-festivities
The Office of the European Parliament in Cyprus and the European Commission in Cyprus as well as the Presidency celebrate Europe Day with events throughout the day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-mayor-reveals-progress-on-€20m-gsp-redevelopment-project
In autumn, Nicosia Mayor Constantinos Yorkatzis revealed progress on the approximately €20 million redevelopment project of the old GSP, an essential green space....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/grub-and-groove-at-the-hottest-street-food-bash-in-town
Mark your calendars for Friday, the 10th, because Fork Food Market is back with another exciting event at the Nicosia Municipal Gardens. Located behind the Parliament and opposite the old General Hospital, the market promises great food and awesome vibes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/millions-saved-in-cyprus-pension-reform
The saga surrounding multiple pensions remains in limbo, as two bills navigate the corridors of power, scrutinized by the Presidential office, Cabinet, and Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-say-non-to-english-at-2024-paris-olympics
In a bold move reminiscent of a linguistic battlefield, French lawmakers have sounded the alarm against the encroachment of English in the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. With a resolution adopted on Thursday, the lower house of parliament fired a shot across the bow, urging all involved - from organizers to athletes and journalists - to uphold the French language....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-day-celebrations-in-cyprus-for-20-years-in-eu
Events celebrating Europe Day and the 20th Anniversary of Cyprus' accession to the EU are being organised this week by the European Parliament......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pick-up-your-voter-books-by-june-6
The election commissioner announced on Tuesday that the voter registration books of new voters, registered in the supplementary electoral rolls of April 2, 2024, have been prepared and transmitted to the Community and Parish Leaders for collection by the voters or their proxies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-health-commissioner-to-address-parliament
EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, Stella Kyriakides, is paying a visit to Cyprus and will be present at events organized on the occasion of the 20 years since Cyprus' accession to the EU....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-announces-€1b-aid-package-for-lebanon-during-visit
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a substantial €1 billion support package for Lebanon, emphasizing the European Union's enduring commitment to assist the country and its people....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ursula-von-der-leyen-commends-cyprus-for-20-years-of-transformation
The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, emphasized the pivotal role of the European Union (EU) in fostering peace in Cyprus...
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-7-000-candidates-vie-for-3-227-seats-in-june-9-polls
In preparation for the June 9, 2024 elections in Cyprus, Chief Returning Officer Dr. Elikkos Elia announced on Tuesday a significant level of candidate interest and voter eligibility. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/melco-s-european-expansion-hit-by-tax-cuts-in-occupied-cyprus-casinos
Melco Resorts & Entertainment's grand venture, the City of Dreams Mediterranean, faces a dramatic twist in its European odyssey as northern Cyprus casinos brace for a tax overhaul. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/von-der-leyen-christodoulides-headline-cyprus-eu-anniversary-at-palace
President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will attend an event at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia on Wednesday marking the 20th anniversary of the accession of Cyprus to the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scotland-s-leader-yousaf-steps-down-amidst-turmoil
Scotland's leader Humza Yousaf resigned on Monday, further opening the door to the UK opposition Labour Party regaining ground in its former Scottish heartlands during a national election expected to be held later this year.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/macron-declares-europe-is-mortal-calls-for-unity
The 27-country bloc needs to urgently rethink its defence and economic models to not fall behind its rivals, the French leader said.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pollution-problems-plague-cyprus-ports
Ports are under scrutiny for violations including changing ballast water without proper consent, leading to significant air pollution and discharge of solid waste. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-port-project-faces-uncertainty-amid-contractual-dispute
Investment tensions in Larnaca's port project have reignited following a failed attempt to bridge differences between stakeholders, leaving a crucial guarantee expired and the project's fate uncertain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/imported-wine-squeezes-cyprus-market
According to Kathimerini reporter, Andreas Karamitas, wine marketing in Cyprus boasts an annual turnover of approximately €7 million, a sum primarily fueled by domestic consumption rather than exports, which only account for around €1 million. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nominations-underway-for-june-european-elections
Nominations for the June European elections are being submitted today from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the General Election Commissioner, located at the "Filoxenia" Conference Centre....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-700-000-voters-registered-for-upcoming-elections
The Chief Returning Officer, Elikkos Elia, revealed on Tuesday that a total of 706,534 individuals are eligible to cast their votes in the upcoming elections....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-prime-minister-confirms-delay-in-rwanda-deportation-flights
The Rwanda deportation scheme will not begin until the summer, Rishi Sunak admitted on Monday, acknowledging a further delay to the policy even as MPs and peers began debating it for the final time....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/spain-and-greece-face-dire-drought-conditions
“The tourism sector has to adapt to the situation we are experiencing, which is absolutely abnormal,” a member of the Catalan government told the Financial Times......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lost-promises-missed-chances-secrets-behind-cyprus-eu-entry
In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou, Gunter Verheugen sheds light on the intricacies of negotiations surrounding the Cyprus problem at Burgenstock....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-under-fire-for-multiple-pension-issue
The ongoing debate over multiple pensions for former and current state officials has taken center stage in Cyprus, with the government facing criticism from political parties and the Audit Office....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/famagusta-s-tourism-success-development-struggles
Famagusta Province in Cyprus boasts the highest tourism revenue contribution nationwide, but falls short in infrastructure development and enhancement projects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-opens-breastfeeding-room-for-working-moms
In a move aimed at supporting breastfeeding mothers and promoting a culture of inclusivity, the House of Representatives has unveiled a newly designed and equipped breastfeeding room within its premises....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reduced-vat-for-homebuyers-within-12-months
The parliament has passed a law enabling beneficiaries to apply for a reduced 5% VAT rate within a year of acquiring a residence....
