https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/billionaire-jared-isaacman-completes-first-ever-commercial-spacewalk
On Thursday, billionaire tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacman achieved a historic milestone by participating in the first private spacewalk, in collaboration with SpaceX. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/teen-arrested-after-disturbances-at-larnaca-elderly-shelter
Police in Larnaca have arrested a 17-year-old in connection with recent disturbances at a home for elderly people, authorities said Thursday. The teenager is accused of causing property damage at the facility and will appear before the Larnaca District Court later today to face charges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/staten-island-honors-local-heroes-lost-in-9-11-attacks
The National September 11 Memorial & Museum held its annual ceremony on Wednesday, marking the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clear-skies-with-seasonal-temperatures-holding-steady
A weakening low-pressure system is giving way to weak high pressure, which will temporarily influence Cyprus' weather today.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/senior-home-in-uproar-after-attempted-rape-incident
Tensions are high at the Agios Georgios Senior Citizens' Home in Larnaca following a disturbing incident involving an alleged attempted rape by a migrant.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/excavations-in-karavas-to-find-remains-of-turkish-invasion-victims
Excavations have begun in the ‘Pente Mili’ area of Karavas in Cyprus' occupied Kyrenia district, for locating the remains of the first victims of the Turkish invasion, approximately 40-70 people, the House Committee on Refugees, heard on Tuesday, as well as that developments were expected regarding the issue of remains that were sprayed with chemicals and could not be identified....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/arrest-made-in-paphos-for-illegal-hunting-in-restricted-area
A second arrest was made by Paphos police on Monday in connection with an ongoing investigation into illegal hunting in a restricted area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/€13-billion-tax-bill-for-apple-€2-4-billion-fine-for-google
Apple has lost its legal battle against a €13 billion ($14.4 billion) tax bill after Europe’s top court ruled in favor of the European Commission on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/traffic-jams-hit-hard-as-schools-reopen
As the new school year begins, Cyprus is grappling with severe traffic congestion, highlighting a longstanding issue that intensifies with the return of students to their classrooms....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/brazilian-music-legend-sergio-mendes-dies-at-83
Sérgio Mendes, the renowned Brazilian singer and composer who played a key role in popularizing bossa nova music, died Thursday in Los Angeles....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1st-women-in-stem-cyprus-forum
Women in Tech® Cyprus and TechIsland are co-organizing the first Women in STEM Cyprus Forum, scheduled to take place on October 8th, 2024, at the Kolla Cultural Factory in Limassol. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/politics-blog-cyprus-politicians-dive-deep-over-undersea-connection
Averof Neofytou and Annita Demetriou have crossed swords once again, this time over the proposed undersea cable linking Cyprus to Greece. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-imposes-20-euro-levy-on-cruise-visitors-to-curb-overtourism
Greece plans to impose a 20-euro levy on cruise ship visitors to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos during the peak summer season, in a bid to avert overtourism, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-allow-women-voluntary-military-service-starting-2025
President Nikos Christodoulides announced Sunday night that the Cypriot government will soon offer women the opportunity to voluntarily enlist in the National Guard following their completion of secondary or technical school education....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/multicare-elite-by-universal-life-delivers-unparalleled-medical-coverage-with-the-highest-limits-in-cyprus
Interview with Accident & Health Manager of Universal Life Stelios Sofroniou...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-tries-to-help-trump-beat-harris-in-u-s-election-2024
Russia is intensifying its efforts to interfere in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, aiming to help Donald Trump defeat Vice President Kamala Harris, according to U.S. intelligence officials. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-aren-t-cyprus-schools-using-digital-books
In recent days, there has been much discussion, particularly on social media, regarding our country's position on philagognosia (love of reading)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poverty-line-for-family-of-4-in-occupied-cyprus-set-at-27-402-tl-€953
The Turkish Cypriot Civil Servants' union (KTAMS) has set the poverty line for a family of four at 27,402 Turkish liras (approximately €953), according to a recent study....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/i-read-it-on-the-internet
The other day, a colleague at work shared his thoughts with me about the so-called ''woke agenda.'' He argued that it actually serves ''the economic interests of powerful multinationals.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/paphos-set-to-sparkle-with-la-traviata-at-the-aphrodite-festival
Get ready for a weekend of dazzling culture and captivating music as Paphos prepares to host one of its most anticipated events of the year! The medieval charm of Kato Paphos Castle...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-s-forecast-a-day-of-sun-storms-and-surprises
Happy Friday! Today’s forecast is bringing some fun twists—brace yourself for scattered thunderstorms across parts of the island, mainly inland and in the mountains. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kpmg-experience-day-a-unique-opportunity-for-university-of-cyprus-students
KPMG in Cyprus hosted the “KPMG Experience Day” on Wednesday, 4 September 2024, at its Nicosia offices. This event was designed for students from the University of Cyprus who are interested in learning more about KPMG and discovering what sets us apart in the professional services industry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/additional-benefits-for-new-parents-at-lidl-cyprus
As of July 1, 2024, Lidl Cyprus proceeded with additional benefits for the new parents working for its group. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-unemployment-drops-by-8-9-in-august
The number of registered unemployed people in Cyprus dropped by 8.9% in August compared to the same month last year, according to data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CyStat). This marks a decrease of 1,177 people, bringing the total number of unemployed to 12,079....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chevron-and-partners-propose-$4-billion-plan-for-aphrodite-gas-field
Chevron and its partners, Shell and NewMed Energy, have put forward a new $4 billion plan to develop the Aphrodite gas field off Cyprus,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-surge-in-online-scams
Online scams are becoming a serious issue in Cyprus, with recent data revealing a sharp increase in fraudulent activities. In the past 25 days, authorities have reported eight significant fraud cases, totaling over half a million euros in losses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/slovak-ambassador-stresses-key-role-in-cyprus-peace
Slovak Ambassador Martin Bezák highlighted Slovakia's significant role in promoting peace and security in Cyprus during an event celebrating the Constitution Day of the Slovak Republic. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/aegean-announces-a-€25m-investment-in-volotea
Aegean Airlines S.A. (''AEGEAN'') is pleased to announce an investment of €25M in Volotea S.L., one of Europe’s leading low-cost carriers based in Barcelona, Spain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-west-coast-braces-for-49°c-heat-as-phoenix-breaks-100-day-streak-record
The U.S. West Coast is bracing for extreme heat this week, with temperatures in desert areas expected to soar as high as 49 degrees Celsius. Phoenix, Arizona, is likely to extend its record streak of 100 days with temperatures over 38 degrees Celsius, according to forecasts released Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finally-a-bit-of-a-break-from-the-oven
Good news, folks—Mother Nature finally decided to sprinkle some relief on our sun-baked island! After weeks of feeling like we're living on the surface of the sun, a seasonal low-pressure system and some unstable air are bringing us a bit of that sweet, sweet rain. Get ready to embrace those cooler vibes!...
