https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/harley-davidson-backs-away-from-diversity-and-inclusion
Harley-Davidson announced on Monday that it is ending its diversity and inclusion programs, joining other big U.S. companies like Tractor ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-s-largest-solar-farm-approved-australia-to-export-energy-to-singapore
Australia has approved a $13.5 billion (A$20 billion) solar project that aims to transmit energy from a massive solar farm in the country's Northern Territory to Singapore via a 4,300-kilometer (2,672-mile) undersea cable.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ukraine-passes-law-to-ban-russia-linked-church
Ukrainian lawmakers on Tuesday passed a law banning the activities of a Russia-affiliated branch of the Orthodox Church, marking a significant break with an institution Kyiv has accused of aiding Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/gold-hits-historic-$1-million-per-bar-milestone
For the first time, the value of a gold bar has reached $1 million. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/historic-democratic-convention-kicks-off-with-biden-passing-the-torch-to-harris
The Democratic National Convention began on Monday, marking a historic moment as President Joe Biden passed the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris, who is now the party's presidential nominee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/global-uncertainty-looms-as-biden-s-final-months-approach
Five months remain until the next US president is sworn in. Five very fluid and dangerous months. Everyone knows that President Joe Biden is on his way out. His power and influence are waning with each passing day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-s-oldest-person-maria-branyas-dies-at-117
Maria Branyas, an American-born Spaniard and the world's oldest person at 117, has passed away, her family announced....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-mosquito-day-deadly-dengue-surges-worldwide
World Mosquito Day, observed annually on August 20, serves as a crucial reminder of the dangers posed by mosquito-borne diseases and the ongoing global efforts to combat them....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monkeypox-outbreak-over-500-dead-who-sounds-alarm
Last Wednesday, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the escalating spread of the so-called "monkeypox" virus in Africa as a global health emergency....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-film-icon-alain-delon-dies-at-88
Alain Delon, the renowned French actor who became a global icon through his work with legendary directors and his enigmatic screen presence, has died at the age of 88. Delon’s career spanned over six decades, during which he starred in some of the most revered films in European cinema, including Rocco and His Brothers, The Leopard, and The Samurai....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-declares-mpox-outbreak-in-africa-a-global-health-emergency
Danish biotech company Bavarian Nordic announced Friday that it has submitted data to the European Union’s drug regulator, seeking approval to expand the use of its mpox (formerly monkeypox) vaccine to adolescents aged 12 to 17....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-health-commissioner-calls-emergency-meeting-as-mpox-reaches-europe
The European Union is ramping up its response to the spread of the mpox virus following the first confirmed case in Sweden....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/five-arrested-in-matthew-perry-death
Five individuals, including two doctors, face federal charges related to the ketamine overdose death of actor Matthew Perry, ABC News has learned. The charges, filed Thursday, include conspiracy to distribute ketamine, distribution resulting in death, and possession with intent to distribute....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-launches-one-of-a-kind-all-you-can-fly-membership
Wizz Air, Europe’s most sustainable airline globally1, has announced the launch of its “All You Can Fly” membership, providing an extensive number of flights across 12 months for €599, to more than 800 destinations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-confirms-first-case-of-severe-mpox-variant
Sweden has confirmed its first case of mpox, a viral infection that spreads through close contact and is considered a more dangerous variant of the disease. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wealthy-flee-high-tax-nations-for-new-havens-like-cyprus
A significant wave of wealthy individuals is migrating from high-tax countries, a trend expected to peak this year. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/greece-and-the-ferry-tale-nightmare
The ferry boat situation in Greece is rapidly becoming an unfortunate stain on the very fabric of the country. As someone who not only vacations in Greece, I also own, operate, and conduct business there in the tourism sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-declares-mpox-outbreak-a-global-health-emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing mpox outbreak in Africa a global health emergency, citing concerns about the spread of a deadlier strain of the virus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/experts-warn-of-dangerous-decline-in-young-people-s-mental-health
Experts are sounding alarms over a ''dangerous'' decline in the mental health of young people worldwide, citing factors such as intergenerational inequality, pervasive social media use, low wages, unstable employment, and the climate crisis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rose-wine-trend-hits-cyprus-local-demand-and-imports-soar
Light and delicate, with aromas of flowers and fruits, these are just a few ways to describe Rosé Provence wines, which have recently become a global trend....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/today-marks-19-years-since-helios-airways-fatal-crash
Nineteen years have passed since the tragic crash on August 14, 2005, of the Boeing 737-31S aircraft of Helios Airways in the mountainous area of Grammatiko in Attica, Greece. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/remembering-the-magic-of-athens-2004
As the calendar turned to August 13, 2004, Greece witnessed a historic moment: the return of the Olympic flame to its homeland. Dimitris Papaioannou's groundbreaking opening ceremony captivated millions both in Greece and around the world with its emotional and spectacular presentation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-50-000-heat-related-deaths-in-europe-in-2023
In 2023, nearly 50,000 people in Europe died due to extreme heat, making it one of the deadliest years in the last decade, according to a study published in Nature Medicine. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/miley-cyrus-named-youngest-disney-legend-at-31
Miley Cyrus, fresh off her first Grammy win, has been named a Disney Legend....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paris-bids-farewell-to-olympics-with-stunning-closing-ceremony
The Olympic flame was extinguished Sunday as French swimmer Léon Marchand took one last breath, bringing an end to the Paris Summer Games....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-athletes-shine-bright-at-paris-2024-olympics
Team Cyprus had a blast at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with their athletes dazzling on the world stage. The Cypriot squad, led by Elena Koulichenko, Milan Trajkovic, and Olivia Fotopoulou, showed off their talents and made their country proud....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-olympics-and-the-battle-against-fake-news
In an article in this Sunday's Kathimerini, Brussels correspondent George Kakouris writes about how the 2024 Olympics were not only a showcase of athletic prowess but also a battleground for misinformation, with numerous false narratives circulating, particularly from Russian-language websites....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-athlete-tugolukova-16th-in-paris-olympics
Cyprus’ Vera Tugolukova placed 16th overall in Rhythmic Gymnastics at the 33rd Olympic Games in Paris....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-rewards-olympians-with-substantial-bonuses
Cypriot athletes are set to receive substantial financial rewards following their performances at the Paris Olympics, reflecting the nation's commitment to honoring its sports stars....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/norway-powers-up-with-the-world-s-first-wireless-charging-road-for-evs
Get ready to buckle up and plug into the future! Norway has just unveiled its latest electrifying innovation—a wireless charging road for electric vehicles (EVs) in the vibrant city of Trondheim....
