https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/direct-flights-to-kazakhstan-from-cyprus-in-2024
Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis has expressed the belief that in 2024 Cyprus and Kazakhstan will have a direct flight connection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-england-raises-interest-rates-to-5
The Bank of England has raised interest rates by a half point to 5% as part of its efforts to combat high inflation and rising mortgage costs. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-approves-sale-of-lab-grown-chicken
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted approval for the sale of cell-cultured chicken, marking a significant milestone for the cultured meat industry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/siddiq-applauds-cyprus-response-to-russian-sanctions
British High Commissioner to Cyprus Irfan Siddiq expressed his encouragement at the excellent collaboration with Government and industry in Cyprus, regarding UK sanctions of Cypriot entities linked to Russia...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-energy-policy-progresses-with-approval-for-ev-charging-infrastructure
The Council of Ministers, in its session on June 21, 2023, approved the Amendment of the Regulations on Petroleum Stations from 1972 to 1999, to allow for the installation and use of electric vehicle charging points at petrol stations, as part of the government's policy for transitioning to green energy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/assessing-christodoulides-stance-on-the-tourism-sector
Judging from President Christodoulides' recent remarks on his 100-day governance report, it seems that the sectors of Shipping and Tourism are relatively low on his list of priorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-slips-in-global-competitiveness-rankings-for-third-consecutive-year
Cyprus has experienced a decline in its global competitiveness for the third consecutive year, dropping from the 40th position to the 45th out of 64 countries in the IMD World Competitiveness Center rankings....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-ministry-increases-ivf-subsidy-to-boost-fertility-rates
In an effort to combat under-fertility and bolster population growth, the Council of Ministers has approved a proposal to revise the subsidy scheme for infertility treatment in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-authorities-take-action-against-exploitative-practices-by-foreign-workers
The long-standing issue of domestic helpers and third-country workers taking advantage of Cypriot employers and authorities through deceitful tactics, with the aim of migrating to other European countries, has prompted the relevant departments of the Republic to implement stringent measures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/students-identifying-as-animals-sparking-controversy
Schools are allowing children to identify as cats, horses, and dinosaurs - and teachers are 'failing to question them', it was claimed today....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-president-s-omissions-and-unaddressed-issues
Flanked by his cabinet and through a 24-page document, the President of the Republic presented the program and actions of the government from his first day in office until today. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-exhaustive-diplomatic-pursuits-for-resolving-the-cyprus-issue
President Nikos Christodoulides has highlighted the government's efforts in pursuing negotiations on the Cyprus issue and implementing a diplomatic initiative during the first 100 days of governance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/etek-president-urges-modern-methods-to-detect-illegalities-in-akamas
The President of the National Technical Chamber (ETEK), Constantinos Constanti, emphasized the need to institutionalize more modern methods of detecting illegal activities and enforcing law and order....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-unveils-government-s-100-day-report-card
During a press conference held today, President Christodoulides provided insights into the state of the government after his first 100 days in office and responded to various questions from journalists....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-‘superminister-defends-proposal-after-boat-disaster
A Cypriot former minister known for his tough stance on migration wants a yay or nay on his proposal where asylum applications could be filed abroad, a measure not supported by some capitals including Berlin, which may be having second thoughts in the aftermath of a boat disaster in Greece...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-spokesman-acknowledges-mobile-camera-placement-issues
According to the spokesman of the Police Force, Christos Andreou, there have been cases where camera operators did not adhere to the designated points indicated by the Police and instead placed the mobile cameras in different locations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-farmers-voice-alarm-over-plant-protection-regulation
The European Commission is addressing farmers' concerns regarding the proposed regulation on plant protection in the European Union. They assure that the implementation of the new rules will be gradual, aiming to minimize any impact on production and food prices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/aub-mediterraneo-paphos-shaping-the-future-of-education-in-the-mediterranean
As the anticipation builds for the opening of the American University of Beirut - Mediterraneo in Paphos scheduled for September 2023, Kathimerini had the privilege of sitting down with Philip S. Khoury,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/almost-108-000-drivers-exceed-speed-limits
Since the official implementation of the photo certification system on January 1, 2022, a staggering total of 132,982 out-of-court complaints have been filed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/maritime-security-partnerships-for-cyprus
The Republic of Cyprus and the United States have achieved a mutually beneficial deepening of defense cooperation during their second meeting of the bilateral Security and Defense Dialogue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/united-by-pride-a-bold-step-towards-human-rights-and-peace-in-cyprus
An important event for human rights and peace in Cyprus is set to take place in Nicosia on Saturday, June 17. It is the "United by Pride" Intercommunal Pride March, featuring two parallel marches starting at 18:00 from two central locations in Nicosia: Eleftherias Square and Kougioulou Park. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fm-calls-for-london-s-support-in-resuming-settlement-talks
Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos has expressed Cyprus' expectation for all parties involved in the Cyprus issue to apply pressure and play a constructive role in order to restart settlement talks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-hails-cyprus-for-its-efforts-in-combating-human-trafficking
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has been recognized for its serious and sustained efforts in combating human trafficking, according to the annual report released by the U.S. State Department. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pork-prices-on-the-rise
In response to the ongoing challenges caused by the pandemic and the conflict in Ukraine, the prices of meat have seen a steady increase, with pork now facing another surge. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-outraged-over-reporter-s-question-on-ukrainian-bribery-case
US President Joe Biden expressed his outrage when confronted with a reporter's question regarding a potential bribery case involving a Ukrainian businessman, an issue passionately pursued by Republicans in anticipation of the November 2024 presidential election....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spoilsport-tatar-puts-damper-on-eager-christodoulides
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar believes that a political push for more EU involvement in the Cyprus Problem speaks volumes about the Greek Cypriot south, which is spearheading a “futile” initiative that has already been rejected by the north...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nammos-beach-restaurant-case-resolved-set-to-reopen
The case involving the closure of Nammos Beach restaurant on the island of Mykonos is nearing its conclusion as the Syros Town Planning Authority has certified the company's compliance with the Environment Ministry's request to demolish its illegal structures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-s-commitment-to-empower-justice-in-cyprus
The existence of an independent, strong, and efficient judicial system is the greatest guarantor of the rule of law and the supremacy of the Law, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday, while addressing an event at the Supreme Court on the occasion of the implementation of the justice reform laws and the swearing in of the judges of the newly established Court of Appeal....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eit-sets-up-information-hub-in-cyprus
An announcement was made on Wednesday during an Info Day, co-organized by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), regarding the search for a National Secretary to lead and coordinate the upcoming information center called "EIT Community RIS Hub" in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/echoes-of-silence-the-unheard-cries-of-drowning-children
The tragedy off the coast of Pylos is beyond words. The act of people drowning at sea, especially children, is a haunting curse in the Mediterranean Sea that is unfortunately not unfamiliar....
