https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/800-divorces-annually-35-000-single-parents-and-outdated-benefits
The Human Rights Committee of the Parliament convened today, shedding light on critical issues affecting single-parent families in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dusty-atmosphere-holds-firm-until-midweek
A high-pressure system is influencing the region, bringing with it sparse dust particles suspended in the atmosphere until Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-s-blackmail-fails-to-halt-green-transition
Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, stated on Tuesday that Vladimir Putin's attempts at "blackmail" have backfired, hastening the EU's shift toward green energy. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ceos-globally-forecast-increase-in-revenues-profits-and-deal-making-in-2024-as-business-transformation-moves-up-the-agenda
CEOs are optimistic about their ability to drive revenue growth and profitability in 2024 despite global economic headwinds, according to the latest EY CEO Outlook Pulse survey....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/pillar-two-readiness-and-technology
As per our previous publications and alerts, we had the opportunity to communicate a significant development - the introduction of BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two or Global Minimum Tax. The European Union unanimously adopted a directive in December 2022 (the ''Minimum Tax Directive''). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-faces-backlash-over-officials-salary-surge
In a significant move, a deal signed on July 28, 2017, not only marked the revival of the institution but also propelled the salaries of officials to new heights.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-parliament-honors-navalny-amidst-food-inflation
The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cloudy-skies-and-light-winds
Today, expect occasional light dust particles lingering in the atmosphere following the dispersal of local fog and low clouds. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-an-18-2-rise-in-crime-cases-in-2022
The number of true crime cases reported to the Police rose by 18.2% in Cyprus in 2022, with the Crime Index expressed in 100,000 inhabitants rising to 584 from 501 in 2021 and 482 the year before.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-official-salaries-surge-up-17-in-5-years
Over the past half-decade, the salaries of government officials have surged by a notable 17%, shedding light on the expanding state payroll. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clouds-expected-to-increase-winds-shift
Today's weather will be mainly sunny, however, locally increased cloudiness will gradually be observed. At times, there will be increased high clouds....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/king-charles-battle-and-cyprus-cancer-crusade
The specter of cancer has reached even the ''semigod'' King Charles of Britain, sending shockwaves through the British populace and beyond....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/investment-thresholds-in-golden-visa-program-under-review
Reports circulating in the market in recent days regarding the Golden Visa program suggest that the government intends to establish three different investment thresholds, depending on the area where the property in question is located....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prepare-for-isolated-showers
Today, the weather will initially be mostly sunny with locally increased clouds in the northern coastal areas, which may bring isolated showers. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/youtube-star-to-political-contender-with-elon-musk
When Fidias Panayiotou, affectionately known as Fidias, embarked on his YouTube journey following his departure from the National Guard in late 2019......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clouds-roll-in-with-chance-of-showers
Today, Monday, expect initially clear skies gradually transitioning to partly cloudy conditions with isolated showers, primarily in mountainous and southern regions.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-coffee-scene-7-charming-cafes-to-explore
As the weekend sun rises, Nicosia beckons coffee enthusiasts to its charming cafés, offering a delightful start to Sunday mornings....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stormy-conditions-persist-snow-possible-in-troodos
The Meteorology Department issued a yellow warning for strong storms yesterday, effective until 7:00 PM today....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-controversy-over-the-homophobic-school-video-and-societal-issues
In Cyprus, a heated debate has ensued over a school video labeled as homophobic. Despite the Minister of Education asserting no wrongdoing, tensions escalated on social media and in Parliament...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-rise-of-the-romantic-ai-companions
In a quest for connection, 39-year-old Derek Carrier turned to artificial intelligence to find a romantic partner. Living with Marfan syndrome, a genetic disorder making traditional dating challenging,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-far-right-poised-for-record-surge-in-european-elections
According to findings cited by Politico, the French far-right is poised to secure its highest-ever percentages in the upcoming June European elections....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-trade-deficit-soars-to-€8-57-billion-in-2023
Cyprus' trade deficit for 2023 reached €8.57 billion, marking an 18% increase from the previous year's €7.26 billion, according to provisional data released by the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CyStat)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/migrant-trafficking-concerns-rise-as-cyprus-rescues-41-individuals
Two boats carrying a total of 41 irregular migrants arrived Thursday afternoon in Cyprus. According to Cyprus News Agency (CNA), the radar of the Cyprus Coast Guard spotted the two boats sailing 12 nautical miles southeast of Cape Greco. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pediatric-cancer-cases-on-the-rise-in-cyprus
Annually, approximately 42 new cases of cancer or leukemia afflict children and teenagers under the age of 19 in Cyprus, according to insights shared by Clinical Professor of Pediatrics,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/3-february-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-cysec
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/housing-costs-rise-apartments-jump-11-1-in-2024
House and apartment rents went up 8% and 11.1%, respectively, over the year in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the Ask Wire Index. At the same period, house and apartment values rose 3% and 8.8% respectively over the year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cloudy-skies-and-sporadic-showers
Weather forecasters predict intermittent clouds today with isolated showers and the possibility of isolated thunderstorms, mainly in the western half of the island. Localized showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected later in the day, particularly in the eastern half of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/energy-minister-deliberates-potential-6-electricity-bill-increases
The Energy Minister, George Papanastasiou, addressed concerns about potential electricity bill hikes arising from the EAC's request to CERA to recover 6% of its 2024 expenses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cera-proposes-reduced-electricity-increases-amidst-parliamentary-discussion
The head of Regulatory Energy Cyprus (Cera), Andreas Poulikkas, briefed the Parliament's Finance Committee on the latest proposals submitted by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) for review. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/can-cameras-really-curb-road-fatalities
In early February, tragedy struck the roads of Cyprus once again as authorities announced the loss of 25-year-old Marios Roditis in a fatal collision on a Larnaca road Sunday night....
