https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-islands-grapple-with-doctor-shortages-as-tourism-takes-priority
Many Greek islands face severe shortages of doctors and nurses and attempts to solve the issue fall afoul of local economies and, in certain cases, government bureaucracy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/$280b-lost-in-fraud-and-mismanagement-of-us-covid-relief-aid
A recent investigation conducted by the Associated Press has exposed a rampant wave of fraud and mismanagement in the distribution of federal COVID-19 relief aid in the United States....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/17-of-cypriots-admit-to-purchasing-fake-goods
According to a report from the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), Cypriots have admitted to accessing content illegally, particularly for watching sports. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sylvio-berlusconi-dead-at-86
Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has died following a tough battle with leukemia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-and-poland-withdraw-from-joint-military-exercise
In a surprising turn of events, Spain and Poland have decided to withdraw from a joint military exercise involving Turkey and the Pseudo-Communist state. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cheers-to-national-iced-tea-day
As the scorching summer days approach, there's nothing quite as satisfying as quenching your thirst with a cool and flavorful glass of iced tea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-indicted-on-37-federal-counts
Former President Trump was indicted on 37 federal counts, including willful retention of national defense information, conspiracy to obstruct justice, and false statements, according to an unsealed copy of the indictment obtained by Fox News....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chatgpt-lands-lawyers-in-legal-hot-water
Two apologetic lawyers responding to an angry judge in Manhattan federal court blamed ChatGPT Thursday for tricking them into including fictitious legal research in a court filing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aegean-and-cyprus-airways-join-forces-with-code-sharing-agreement
In a significant move that aims to enhance connectivity and offer improved travel options, Aegean and Cyprus Airways are preparing to announce strategic cooperation through a code-sharing agreement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/almost-130-000-out-of-court-fines-imposed-on-road-safety
In a recent interview with Chief Sergeant Tasos Asiikkis of the Traffic Department at the Police Headquarters, some astonishing numbers regarding the implementation of photo-recording cameras have come to light....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-in-finland-fined-€121-000-for-speeding
In a surprising turn of events, a man in Finland was slapped with a jaw-dropping fine of €121,000 (~$130,000) for exceeding the speed limit by approximately 20 mph....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/coffee-island-and-coffe-eco-turn-coffee-waste-into-gold
Coffee Island and Coffe-Eco are creating the first industrial unit in Southern Europe to process and reuse espresso coffee residue for creating new products in Patra....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-holiday-scam-protecting-yourself-when-booking-online
An increasing number of individuals are opting to plan their vacations online, a trend that, as observed in previous years, carries potential risks and pitfalls. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-bishop-of-kition-files-appeal-against-court-s-decision
Today, an appeal is expected to be filed by the lawyer of the former Bishop of Kition after he was convicted last week of indecent assault against a woman who was a minor at the time of the incident....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-ministers-reach-historic-deal-on-migration-crisis
European Union ministers agreed on Thursday on how to share out the responsibility for looking after migrants and refugees, after 12 hours of negotiations got Italy and Greece to sign up to a deal that has eluded the bloc for nearly a decade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-of-health-condemns-illegal-fee-demands-by-medical-specialists
According to reports, medical specialists contracted with the GHS have been allegedly demanding a €25 fee from patients seeking expedited appointments, which the Ministry of Health states is "clearly illegal."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/declining-new-loans-in-cyprus-signals-economic-shifts
In April 2023, Cyprus experienced a notable decline in new lending, as reported by the Central Bank of Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/public-outcry-over-traffic-violations-of-mobile-camera-operators
Camera operators working for a photo verification company are grappling with a complex and challenging situation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deaths-confirmed-after-kherson-dam-collapse
Rescue teams have been working round the clock in Kherson and the surrounding districts searching for survivors stranded by the flooding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-housing-prices-rise-amid-increased-demand
During the fourth quarter of 2022, housing prices in Cyprus continued their upward trend, driven by increased construction costs and higher demand....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-warn-speed-camera-van-blockers
Traffic police officials are calling on rogue drivers not to block speed camera vans by deliberately parking their vehicles directly behind, warning them of fines in case they get caught...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jurisdiction-war-persists-in-fake-cocaine-case
Cyprus Police have issued arrest warrants for two drug trafficking suspects after they failed to appear in court, but things are far from clear as SBA authorities on the island claim jurisdiction over the case in what has become an unprecedented legal clash...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finance-minister-warns-of-vat-consequences
With the deadlines long expired and the saga of amending the Value Added Tax Law to apply the reduced rate of 5% to specific residential square meters dragging on, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos sounds the alarm, emphasizing the palpable risk of Cyprus being taken to the European Court and fined....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/female-athletes-sue-to-compete-on-level-playing-field
A federal appeals court on Tuesday questioned whether a group of female track and field athletes in Connecticut has the right to sue over a policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ athletic events....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-s-slow-ride-on-the-electric-car-bandwagon
We are slowly rushing towards zero-emission transportation. The data from new vehicle registrations indicate that while the numbers are increasing, the percentage of electric cars on Cypriot roads remains limited....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/registered-jobless-numbers-drop-in-may-indicating-declining-unemployment
According to data from the Provincial Labour Offices, the number of registered unemployed individuals at the end of May 2023 decreased to 10,357 persons, marking a decline compared to both the previous month and May of the previous year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/surge-in-fraudulent-accommodation-scams-targets-holidaymakers
The director of the Electronic Crime Sub-Directorate, Andreas Anastasiades, has issued a warning about a surge in fraudulent activities where criminals are posing as tenants or owners of houses, apartments, and hotels....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-consequences-of-driving-with-improper-footwear
As the weather heats up it might be tempting to kick off your winter shoes for something lighter, but doing so could see you in hot water....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/climate-change-and-increased-wildfires
The occurrence of the first wildfires just before we officially enter the summer period can be perceived as a warning of the danger that Cyprus faces in experiencing extreme environmental destruction from fires in the coming period....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drones-revolutionize-russia-ukraine-conflict
The war between Russia and Ukraine is witnessing an increasing use of drones alongside conventional weapons....
