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31. Cyprus suspends asylum applications from Syrian migrants

The Republic of Cyprus has decided to halt the processing of all asylum applications from Syrian migrants, citing provisions within European frameworks for handling increased and emergency migration flows....

32. 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....

33. The CIA's secret plans for Cyprus

The CIA was drafting scenarios for the geographic separation of Greeks and Turks in Cyprus as early as 1964. These plans, ranging from relocating Turkish Cypriots to Turkey to exchanges of populations and territories with Greece...

34. European elections add twist to Cyprus polls

On June 9, Cyprus goes to the polls in the most complicated elections in its history as the European elections and the local government elections are held in parallel, following the reform passed by the Parliament....

35. Workplace harassment hits 1 in 3, EU report finds

A third of sexual harassment occurs in the workplace, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides said at an event organised by Cyprus Workers......

36. EU's new migration pact gains Cyprus approval

The new Migration and Asylum Pact, the European Parliament approved on Wednesday, is ''an important step'' Cyprus’ Interior Ministry says in a statement, released on Thursday....

37. WHO-Led European Health Summit convenes in Limassol

Health and Deputy Health Ministers from 13 European states, including Malta, Luxembourg, Andorra, San Marino, Iceland, Monaco, Montenegro, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Moldova, North Macedonia, and Cyprus...

38. Get your tickets now for the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024!

Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit and the KATHIMERINI newspaper are proud to present the organization of the "Green Agenda Cyprus Summit" on May 20....

39. 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....

40. Court backs elderly women, holds Swiss Government liable for climate inaction

A group of senior women in Switzerland, known as Senior Women for Climate Protection, with an average age of 74, have won a landmark......

41. Finance Ministry urges applicants for 2013 haircut compensation

The Cyprus Finance Ministry is calling on all individuals and entities affected by the 2013 Cyprus bailout to submit their electronic applications for participation in the "Replenishment Scheme of the National Solidarity Fund."...

42. Greece introduces ''talent and tech visas'' for non-EU citizens

Greece is about to introduce more formal incentives for attracting non-European Union citizens, this time based on their talent and expertise, as a means of boosting the country’s supply of skilled staff, which is seriously lagging demand in the high-tech sectors....

43. Cyprus urges EU support for Lebanon amid migration challenges

The Cypriot government is pleading with the European Union (EU) for financial support for Lebanon to bolster its border management efforts, according to a report by our Brussels correspondent, George Kakouris. ...

44. Israel's dual strikes incite global concern

The recent Israeli strikes on a humanitarian organization in Gaza and the Iranian consulate in Damascus on April 1st are sending shockwaves through the already volatile region. ...

45. Green Agenda Summit gears up for May 20

Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit and the KATHIMERINI newspaper are proud to present the organization of the "Green Agenda Cyprus Summit" on May 20....

46. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

47. Rhodes island initiates special visa for Turkish tourists

Officials on the Greek island of Rhodes opened a new vacation visa terminal for Turkish visitors Monday as part of a diplomatic effort to ease long-standing tensions between the two countries. ...

48. Spain to recognize Palestinian territories as state by July

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced today that Spain is set to recognize the Palestinian territories as a state by July. The declaration came during his Middle East tour, according to reports from Spanish press agencies....

49. Hungary's Foreign Minister tackles EU presidency and global challenges

Hungary's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó, begins a working visit to Cyprus on Tuesday 2 April 2024, following an invitation by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Constantinos Kombos....

50. Wave of 500 migrants arrive in Cyprus within 48 hours

Two boats carrying a total of 68 migrants arrived in Cyprus during the night. ...

51. Sofia and Bucharest airports open doors to Schengen zone

Airports in Sofia and Bucharest on Sunday removed passport check points for those departing to or arriving from most European Union member states as Bulgaria and Romania partially joined the Schengen open-travel zone....

52. EU reform proposals spark concern among small states

Germany and France are pushing for significant reforms within the European Union, including the abolition of unanimous decision-making and a reduction in the number of Commissioners....

53. Employers call for tax reform to spur economic growth

Employers are advocating for a comprehensive overhaul of the tax system, proposing significant changes aimed at boosting economic activity and competitiveness. Here's a breakdown of their proposals:...

54. Tougher regulations loom for tobacco heat sticks in Europe

European governments are weighing the introduction of tougher rules on cigarette makers’ new zero-tobacco heat sticks, moving to close the loopholes they were designed to exploit just months after their launch. ...

55. Are you ready to lose an hour of sleep?

Get ready to adjust your clocks because daylight saving time is making its comeback this Sunday, March 31st....

56. Halloumi wins reprieve as EU grants five-year transition period

Cyprus' iconic Halloumi cheese remains a protected designation of origin (PDO) after the European Union granted a crucial five-year grace period to comply with production specifications....

57. Government strengthens social safety net with nationwide social worker program

In a move aimed at bolstering the country's social safety net, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides announced a nationwide expansion of the Neighbourhood Social Workers' Programme....

58. European Parliament President to visit Cyprus for humanitarian aid talks

The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, is set to visit Cyprus on April 1st, where she will meet with President Nikos Christodoulidis for discussions on humanitarian aid initiatives....

59. Cyprus maritime sector advances amidst ambitious goals

''Without a doubt, we take pride in the achievements of the past 60 years. Our ambition is to set even higher targets and strengthen the competitiveness of Cypriot shipping,...

60. Global maritime alliance implements fees to curb ship emissions

At the latest meeting of the International Maritime Organization, a coalition of 60 member states made a joint decision to levy fees on greenhouse......