https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-airlines-push-biden-to-halt-china-routes
Large U.S. airlines and some of their unions are asking the Biden administration to stop approving any more flights between the United States and China because of what they call ''anti-competitive'' policies that China imposes on U.S. carriers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-seeks-cabin-crew-in-cyprus
Nicosia, 10th of April 2024: Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, is hosting a recruiting day for Cabin crew, this Thursday, 11th of April in Larnaca, in the Best Western Plus Larco Hotel, 10 Pontou Street, 6301, Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-and-hail-sweep-across-cyprus
Cyprus is currently facing the brunt of severe weather conditions, with heavy rains and hail wreaking havoc in various regions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-cyprus-to-gaza-how-200-tonnes-of-food-aid-found-its-way
World Central Kitchen delivered nearly 200 tons of food to communities in northern Gaza on Tuesday, marking the first maritime aid shipment from Cyprus, according to an NGO statement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-diplomatic-accord-for-gaza-aid-fund
In a significant move to bolster humanitarian assistance to Gaza, ministers from Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Qatar, the United States, and a representative ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/filipino-seafarers-return-home-after-surviving-yemen-missile-attack
Eleven Filipino seafarers finally reached the shores of the Philippines on Tuesday, nearly a week after enduring a harrowing missile attack by Houthi rebels off the coast of Yemen....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-establishes-coordination-team-in-cyprus-for-humanitarian-aid-to-gaza
The EU will have a coordination team in Cyprus and will finance and steer the flow of goods to Gaza, President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said today while addressing the European Parliament plenary session, in Strasbourg....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/joint-statement-by-eu-cyprus-uae-us-and-uk-leads-aid-effort-to-gaza
In a joint statement, the European Commission, Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and the United Kingdom have announced the activation of a maritime corridor to provide humanitarian assistance to Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ec-president-and-cyprus-unite-for-humanitarian-sea-corridor
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Cyprus on Thursday evening to discuss the establishment of a humanitarian sea corridor to Gaza. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-wetlands-under-threat
Kathimerini reporter Pavlos Neophytou delves into the critical challenges facing Cyprus' precious wetlands, where red alerts have recently been issued for the Achna dam and Larnaca salt ponds. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/europe-s-sleepless-nights-over-egypt-s-crisis
Ask almost any European official specializing in security matters what keeps them up at night, and they’ll probably answer ''Egypt.'' ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-plays-key-role-in-eu-s-operation-aspides
In response to increased threats from the Houthi terrorist group, the European Union has approved the initiation of Operation ASPIDES, aiming to bolster security and freedom for European shipping in the Red Sea. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-faces-headwinds-in-2024
According to an article by Maria Eracleous published in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki, the tourism sector in Cyprus is grappling with a challenging start to 2024, primarily attributed to the ongoing conflict in Israel and heightened price sensitivity impacting travel demand....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tornado-wreaks-havoc-in-limassol-homes-damaged
In the early hours of Wednesday, Cyprus faced a barrage of intense weather phenomena, with Limassol province experiencing the brunt of the onslaught....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-cyprus-grapples-with-impending-price-increases-in-appliances
Another category of products faces potential price hikes, with household appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, and televisions expected to experience increases in the near future. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/consumer-alerts-raised-over-potential-fuel-price-hikes
Konstantinos Karagiorgis, Director of the Consumer Protection Service, emphasized the importance of factual justification for price increases during an interview with CNA....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/houthi-threats-target-red-sea-internet-backbone
Telecom companies affiliated with the UN-recognized Yemeni government expressed concerns on Sunday over potential sabotage plans by Houthi rebels targeting a network of submarine cables in the Red Sea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rain-snow-and-slippery-roads-ahead
Cyprus is gearing up for a weather rollercoaster this weekend as rain, snow, and slippery roads are on the horizon. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-protest-outside-european-parliament-over-taxes-and-imports
In a fervent display of frustration, angry farmers ignited fires outside the European Parliament building in Brussels today, venting their grievances against taxes, escalating costs, and the influx of cheap imports....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-weather-warnings-across-cyprus
Cyprus is bracing for a spell of unsettled weather as a low-pressure system, dubbed ''Dawn,'' exerts its influence over the island nation until Thursday, according to forecasts from the Meteorological Service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snowfall-forces-road-closures-leading-to-troodos
In response to heavy snowfall, several roads leading to Troodos, including Platres-Troodos, Karvouna-Troodos, and Prodromos-Troodos, have been closed to traffic, announced local authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-threatens-to-sever-business-ties-with-iran-over-ship-attacks
Recent diplomatic talks between Chinese and Iranian officials have brought to light China's pressing concern over Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea, allegedly backed by Iran....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-airways-bolsters-fleet-with-environmentally-friendly-airbus-220s
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing operational capacity and embracing sustainability, Cyprus Airlines acquired two state-of-the-art AIRBUS 220s in July....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/macan-sets-new-standards-the-first-all-electric-suv-from-porsche
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-backs-un-resolution-condemning-houthi-attacks-on-red-sea-shipping
The Cypriot registry seems to remain unaffected for the time being by the latest developments in the Red Sea......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/japanese-shipping-giants-halt-red-sea-routes-amid-rising-security-concerns
In a significant development, Japan's three major shipping companies, Nippon Yusen, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, and Mitsui O.S.K Lines, have suspended navigation through the Red Sea due to ongoing Houthi rebel attacks on vessels....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/antoniou-expect-price-hikes-in-consumer-goods-by-month-s-end
In a recent interview with Diaspora News, Marios Antoniou, the General Secretary of the Pancyprian Retail Trade Association, delved into the challenges emerging from the Red Sea crisis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shell-halts-red-sea-route-amidst-houthi-threats
In a significant move responding to heightened security risks, oil giant Shell has officially opted to suspend the utilization of the Red Sea Route for cargo transport, a decision unveiled through the Wall Street Journal....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/central-bank-chief-cautions-on-early-rate-cuts-amid-global-tensions
Central Bank Governor and European Central Bank (ECB) member Constantinos Herodotou stated that discussions regarding interest rate reductions are premature, given ongoing geopolitical conflicts and potential disruptions in the supply chain arising from tensions in the Red Sea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/houthi-strikes-send-prices-soaring-in-global-trade
In recent weeks, the developments in the Red Sea, with the Houthi attacks on commercial ships and their impact on global trade, have dominated the discussions of suppliers with their partners....