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17 December, 2025
 

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1. Typhoon Kalmaegi leaves 114 dead in the Philippines, strengthens on path toward Vietnam

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/typhoon-kalmaegi-leaves-114-dead-in-the-philippines-strengthens-on-path-toward-vietnam

At least 114 people have died and 127 remain missing in the Philippines following Typhoon Kalmaegi, as the powerful storm regains intensity while crossing the South China Sea toward Vietnam....

2. Trump backs Democrat Cuomo over Muslim candidate in NYC Mayoral race

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-backs-democrat-cuomo-over-muslim-candidate-in-nyc-mayoral-race

Election Day in New York City has turned into a political spectacle with implications far beyond the five boroughs — and the biggest surprise might just be Donald Trump himself....

3. Cyprus ranks 14th in global passport power index

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ranks-14th-in-global-passport-power-index

The Cypriot passport now ranks 14th in the world, according to the latest Henley Passport Index. The ranking measures the number of destinations a passport holder can access visa-free or with visa-on-arrival....

4. Is India a 'tariff king'? Not really

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/is-india-a-tariff-king-not-really

There is a widespread but fallacious perception that India's tariffs are inordinately high. There are subjective factors when it comes to a country like livability, public courtesy, or even how foreigners are welcomed....

5. Cyprus is becoming a hub for foreign university students

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-is-becoming-a-hub-for-foreign-university-students

Cyprus is one of the European Union nations attracting the highest proportion of international students in higher education, Eurostat reported....

6. Historic Church of Agios Ioannis the Russian in Vouni destroyed by fire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/historic-church-of-agios-ioannis-the-russian-in-vouni-destroyed-by-fire

The small church of Agios Ioannis the Russian in the village of Vouni, Limassol, has been reduced to ashes after being engulfed by the wildfires that swept through the area earlier this week....

7. Fewer kids getting vaccinated worldwide, experts warn Cyprus not immune

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fewer-kids-getting-vaccinated-worldwide-experts-warn-cyprus-not-immune

Fewer children around the world are getting vaccinated, and health experts say that’s putting millions of young lives at risk, even in countries like Cyprus, where coverage is still high....

8. Jazeera Airways Resumes Direct Flights Between Larnaca and Kuwait

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jazeera-airways-resumes-direct-flights-between-larnaca-and-kuwait

Jazeera Airways, one of the leading low-cost carriers in the Middle East, announced the resumption of direct flights from Larnaca to Kuwait, which took place on Tuesday, June 17, 2025....

9. BREAKING: Air India flight to London crashes after takeoff, 242 feared dead

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/breaking-air-india-flight-to-london-crashes-after-takeoff-242-feared-dead

Tragedy struck India early Wednesday when an Air India flight bound for London Gatwick crashed just minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport, with 242 people on board....

10. From the Mekong to the Med: How Cyprus and Cambodia are crafting a new global alliance

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-the-mekong-to-the-med-how-cyprus-and-cambodia-are-crafting-a-new-global-alliance

In an exclusive with His Excellency Salah Essa, Honorary Consul of Cyprus to Cambodia, we uncover how two countries, thousands of kilometers apart, are finding common ground in trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. ...

11. Cyprus meets Cambodia: A bridge to bold business ventures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-meets-cambodia-a-bridge-to-bold-business-ventures

For Cypriot entrepreneurs and companies, this is more than a passing opportunity; it’s a golden ticket into a vibrant, fast-growing market of over 600 million people....

12. Denktas urges Turkey to recognize Republic of Cyprus, open embassy in south

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/denktas-urges-turkey-to-recognize-republic-of-cyprus-open-embassy-in-south

Serdar Denktas, a prominent Turkish Cypriot politician, has called on Turkey to formally recognize the Republic of Cyprus and open an embassy in the island’s internationally recognized government in the south....

13. Two worlds, one journey: Cyprus meets Cambodia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/two-worlds-one-journey-cyprus-meets-cambodia

Cyprus and Cambodia may be worlds apart, but they’re finding common ground in a shared mission: to redefine travel, trade, and cultural exchange....

14. Cyprus’ underrated multicolored identity

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-underrated-multicolored-identity

It’s both disheartening and a little absurd, but the only place I have personally encountered nearly all the languages spoken in Cyprus is… IKEA in Nicosia....

15. Barbershop battle brews in Nicosia’s old town as Cypriot barbers face extinction

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/barbershop-battle-brews-in-nicosia-s-old-town-as-cypriot-barbers-face-extinction

In Nicosia’s Old Town, a quiet battle is playing out—one haircut at a time. On one side are the last five Cypriot barbers still operating in the walled city, clinging to tradition and fearing extinction. ...

16. The Road to Prosperity

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-road-to-prosperity

Browsing social media I have recently come across a map showing all the countries with GDP per capita higher than Poland’s back in 1990 and in 2018....

17. ‘Murder hornet’ successfully eradicated from U.S.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/‘murder-hornet-successfully-eradicated-from-u-s

The invasive northern giant hornet, often referred to as the "murder hornet," has been declared eradicated from the United States after an intensive, multi-year effort....

18. President Christodoulides welcomes new ambassadors

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-welcomes-new-ambassadors

Yesterday, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed a diverse group of new Ambassadors and High Commissioners to Cyprus in a ceremony that also highlighted the country's foreign policy priorities....

19. December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/december-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-06-12-2024

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....

20. Former NATO commander predicts tensions in Europe after Trump win

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-nato-commander-predicts-tensions-in-europe-after-trump-win

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election will lead to significant global changes, according to retired U.S. Navy Admiral James Stavridis. ...

21. Filipino seafarers fight for equal pay in billion-euro shipping industry

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/filipino-seafarers-fight-for-equal-pay-in-billion-euro-shipping-industry

In a significant case highlighting wage disparities in the maritime industry, a Filipino seafarer is challenging the unequal pay practices faced by workers from Southeast Asia compared to their European counterparts in the Netherlands....

22. Woman rescued after being wedged upside down for 7 hours

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-rescued-after-being-wedged-upside-down-for-7-hours

A woman in Australia faced a dramatic situation when she became trapped upside down for seven hours while trying to retrieve her lost phone from a crevice between boulders in the Hunter Valley region....

23. Vienna cancels Taylor Swift concerts over foiled terror attack

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vienna-cancels-taylor-swift-concerts-over-foiled-terror-attack

Three Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna have been canceled following the arrest of two suspects allegedly planning a terrorist attack during her performances. ...

24. New global report launched at Global Family Business Summit

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-global-report-launched-at-global-family-business-summit

The Global Family Business report from KPMG Private Enterprise and the STEP Project Global Consortium reveals how some successful business families adopt a future-centric view of legacy that binds generations together, creating dynamic legacies that adhere with tradition while simultaneously embracing innovation...

25. Heartbreaking Gaza photo wins World Press Photo of the Year

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heartbreaking-gaza-photo-wins-world-press-photo-of-the-year

Reuters photographer Mohammed Salem captured this year’s prestigious World Press Photo of the Year award Thursday with a depiction of loss and sorrow in Gaza, a heartrending photo of a Palestinian woman cradling the body of her young niece....

26. Global oil prices dip after Iran's attack on Israel

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-oil-prices-dip-after-iran-s-attack-on-israel

Oil prices fell in early Asian trade after Iran's reprisal attack on Israel over the weekend....

27. Houthi threats target Red Sea internet backbone

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....

28. Europe faces weak growth amid global uncertainty

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-faces-weak-growth-amid-global-uncertainty

In a comprehensive survey released today, leading economists express apprehension about the global economy, anticipating a year of sluggish growth, primarily attributed to geopolitical conflicts, challenging financing conditions, and the impact of artificial intelligence. ...

29. Legal battle after IVF mishap shatters couple's dreams

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legal-battle-after-ivf-mishap-shatters-couple-s-dreams

In a shocking turn of events, a New York-based Asian American couple, known only as Y.Z. and A.P., has recently settled with a Southern California fertility clinic after a distressing mix-up during in vitro fertilization (IVF) services....

30. Half of container ships avoid Red Sea due to attacks

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-half-of-container-ships-avoid-red-sea-due-to-attacks

In a dramatic response to mounting security threats, half of the container ships navigating the Red Sea and the Suez Canal are steering clear of the danger zone....

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