https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-minister-faces-15-year-jail-term-for-record-breaking-bribe
A Russian deputy defence minister has been detained on suspicion of bribe-taking, the country’s top law enforcement agency has said, a rare move amid the offensive in Ukraine.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/human-rights-status-remains-steady-in-cyprus
The US State Department's annual report on human rights reveals that the situation in Cyprus saw no significant changes in 2023. The report covers both the Republic of Cyprus and the area administered by Turkish Cypriots, emphasizing the unique political landscape of the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-lags-in-online-book-shopping
Cyprus ranked lowest in the European Union for online purchases of printed or digital books, magazines, or newspapers in 2023, according to Eurostat data released on World Book Day. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-awaits-us-pier-completion-for-gaza-aid-delivery
The Government is waiting for the completion of the works by the US for the construction of a pier at the port in Gaza so that the delivery of aid to Gaza in the framework of the...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/baltimore-turns-to-container-owners-for-ship-salvage-funds
The owner and manager of the massive container ship that took down the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month should be held fully liable for the deadly collapse, according to court papers filed Monday on behalf of Baltimore’s mayor and city council....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-spearheads-healthcare-reform-in-cyprus
Τhe President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, announced "bold reforms" in the health sector, while addressing on Monday an event for the European Patients' Rights Day, organised by the Cyprus Federation of Patients’ Associations (CyFPA) at the Presidential Palace.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/fragile-balance-in-euro-turkish-relations
Before the Summit's conclusion, the phones were buzzing with excitement. President Christodoulides and his inner circle were busy crafting a narrative......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/commonwealth-ministers-meet-in-cyprus-to-safeguard-the-oceans
At a pivotal moment for our planet, representatives from 28 Commonwealth nations convened in Cyprus to shape the destiny of our oceans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-ministry-explores-convenient-fine-payment-methods
The Ministry of Transport is exploring fresh avenues for fine distribution, putting the brakes on photo radar for the time being....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-shipping-industry-seeks-to-attract-high-school-students
An educational workshop to enhance maritime awareness and visibility among young people in the professional sector was organized under the auspices of the Shipping Deputy Ministry, the Cyprus Shipowners' Association, and the Ministry of Education....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/action-global-communications-named-mediterranean-consultancy-of-the-year
Action Global Communications is thrilled to announce its recognition as the Mediterranean Consultancy of the Year at the esteemed 2024 EMEA SABRE Awards, presented by Provoke Media....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-prime-minister-confirms-delay-in-rwanda-deportation-flights
The Rwanda deportation scheme will not begin until the summer, Rishi Sunak admitted on Monday, acknowledging a further delay to the policy even as MPs and peers began debating it for the final time....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/government-halts-syrian-asylum-reviews-amid-tensions
As tensions escalated in Lebanon and refugee boats continued to arrive in Cyprus, the President of the Republic made a significant......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-stands-against-early-fees-for-great-sea-interconnector
Cypriot electricity consumers should not be burdened with a surcharge before the operation of the electricity interconnector linking Greece and Cyprus and the consequent reduction of electricity costs, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry George Papanastasiou said on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/body-missing-lower-half-found-in-sotira-region
Yesterday, at approximately 2:00 PM, authorities were alerted to the discovery of a human body in the Sotira area, sending shockwaves through the community.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-envoy-sparks-eu-turkey-clash-with-crucial-20-day-mission
The upcoming 20-day stretch, commencing this Thursday, holds immense significance in the ongoing efforts to break the deadlock in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ends-2023-with-€918-7-million-fiscal-surplus
Cyprus's financial report card for 2023 is in, and it's showing some positive signs. According to the Statistical Service of Cyprus, the country ended the year with a fiscal surplus of €918.7 million. That's like having extra money left over after paying all the bills....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/spain-and-greece-face-dire-drought-conditions
“The tourism sector has to adapt to the situation we are experiencing, which is absolutely abnormal,” a member of the Catalan government told the Financial Times......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-ring-road-faces-setbacks-delays-and-budget-overruns
The Nicosia Ring Road project, a cornerstone of infrastructure development in Cyprus, has encountered significant setbacks, including delays and budget overruns, casting a shadow over its completion prospects and anticipated benefits, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in Kathimerini's Sunday edition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/karolina-pelendritou-dominates-50m-freestyle-at-european-championships
Karolina Pelendritou is the champion of the 50 m. free race at the European Para-swimming European Open Championships in Madeira....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wind-and-solar-could-power-eastern-mediterranean-and-middle-east-by-2050
The significant potential and great potential of wind and solar energy in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region up to 2050 is revealed......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/angelides-calls-for-checks-and-balances-on-michaelides-conduct
In a recent interview with Andreas Kimitris, Deputy Attorney General Savvas Angelides stressed the importance of following the right steps when looking into the Auditor General's behavior. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-s-heat-related-deaths-surge-by-30-in-20-years-report-finds
Scorching weather has baked Europe in more days of “extreme heat stress” than its scientists have ever seen....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-banks-predicted-to-surpass-€1-2-billion-profits-in-2024
In a landmark year, Cypriot banks soared to unprecedented heights, boasting profits exceeding €1.1 billion in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-intelligence-chief-quits-after-hamas-attack
The head of Israel's military intelligence directorate, Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva, resigned on Monday, marking the first senior figure to step down over the failures surrounding Hamas' unprecedented Oct. 7 attack....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-problem-takes-back-seat-to-euro-turkish-relations
President Christodoulides focused his efforts during both preparatory meetings and the summit (17-18 April) on forging a connection between the resolution......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/summer-optimism-in-cyprus-tourism-despite-regional-uncertainty
Tourism in Cyprus soared last March, boasting a 9.8% increase, welcoming 202,256 travelers. From January to March 2024, arrivals hit 415,251, marking a 5.4% rise....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lost-promises-missed-chances-secrets-behind-cyprus-eu-entry
In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou, Gunter Verheugen sheds light on the intricacies of negotiations surrounding the Cyprus problem at Burgenstock....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-doctors-save-baby-from-womb-after-mother-dies
In Rafah, Palestinians are grappling with the aftermath of a relentless series of Israeli airstrikes that have left 22 people dead, with 18 of them being children....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-teens-injured-in-ayia-napa-motorcycle-accident
In a critical condition, a 17-year-old resident of Paralimni is hospitalized at the Nicosia General Hospital after being injured last night in a road collision in Ayia Napa....
