https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ft-eu-and-south-america-strike-historic-trade-deal-amid-controversy
The European Union and Mercosur, a bloc of four South American countries, have finalized a landmark trade deal after 25 years of negotiations. This agreement establishes a massive market of 700 million people, removing tariffs on over 90% of goods traded between the two regions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-half-of-citizens-and-businesses-targeted-by-cybercriminals-in-2024
In a startling revelation, a recent survey by the Digital Security Authority has found that one in two people in Cyprus fell victim to a cyber attack in 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/experience-the-magic-of-christmas-at-amaracus-restaurant-in-minthis-resort
Amaracus Restaurant, the exceptional dining destination at Minthis resort, invites you to experience the magic of Christmas with a unique gastronomic journey that blends tradition with modern culinary art....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/potato-prices-skyrocket-sparking-long-lines-in-occupied-areas
Potatoes have become the talk of the town in Cyprus, but not for the usual reasons. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-parliament-approves-limit-on-large-cash-transactions
Cyprus lawmakers have taken a significant step in tackling money laundering and illegal activities by approving a proposal to limit large cash transactions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-houses-and-flats-for-sale-by-astrobank
AstroBank has listed for sale houses and flats that can be used for owner occupancy or as an investment in Paphos, Famagusta, and Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/business-loans-on-the-rise-in-cyprus-but-consumer-borrowing-takes-a-hit
Cyprus experienced a rise in net new loans in October, driven primarily by businesses borrowing more, especially for amounts exceeding €1 million. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-paralimni-christmas-reunion-presidents-politics-and-passports
The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. In the festive spirit of Christmas—those days of love when we sing ''Hosanna in the Highest,'' ''The Little Drummer Boy,'' and ''Silent Night''—...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/road-closures-for-quantum-marathon-on-december-7-8-2024
The Quantum Nicosia Marathon will take place on Sunday, 8 December 8 2024, with over 4,000 runners participating. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-mild-and-mostly-cloudy-day-ahead
A weak area of high pressure is settling over the region, which will bring partly cloudy skies today with the chance of some light rain or an isolated thunderstorm. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unitedhealthcare-ceo-fatally-shot-in-midtown-manhattan-in-targeted-attack
In a shocking turn of events, Brian Thompson, the 50-year-old CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot Wednesday morning in midtown Manhattan....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/affordability-urbanization-and-sustainability-how-real-estate-in-cyprus-greece-and-romania-will-evolve-by-2029
The next five years will redefine the real estate markets of Cyprus, Greece, and Romania....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vietnamese-tycoon-can-avoid-death-penalty-by-repaying-$9-billion
Truong My Lan, a 68-year-old property tycoon from Vietnam, has been sentenced to death for embezzling a staggering $27 billion in one of the country's largest fraud cases....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/green-line-regulation-boosts-trade-but-challenges-remain
The Green Line Regulation, which defines the legal framework for the movement of goods, people, and services between the government-controlled areas and the northern Turkish-occupied areas of Cyprus, remains a vital tool for the country’s reunification,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/south-korean-president-declares-martial-law-amid-political-turmoil
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared an ''emergency martial law'' on Tuesday, accusing the opposition of undermining the government with what he described as pro-North Korean sympathies and anti-state activities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-heartbreak-in-cyprus-36-year-old-mother-dies-two-days-after-giving-birth
A community is in mourning following the tragic death of 36-year-old Stella Michael, who passed away just two days after giving birth to her second child....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cybersecurity-and-ict-risks-emerge-as-leading-drivers-of-operational-risk
Geopolitical tensions have significantly increased operational risks, particularly in the areas of cyber and digital threats, as well as risks related to money laundering and sanctions compliance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/bird-conservation-heroes-fight-poaching-in-cyprus
In Cyprus, the battle against illegal bird trapping continues with determination and success, thanks to the tireless efforts of the Committee Against Bird Slaughter (CABS)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minimum-income-recipients-allegedly-renting-turkish-cypriot-properties-for-pennies
A shocking new controversy has emerged involving recipients of the minimum guaranteed income who are allegedly renting valuable Turkish Cypriot properties for an incredibly low price. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/black-friday-buzz-as-shoppers-return-in-full-force
According to an article by Dorita Yiannakou, this past week, the retail scene came alive with the buzz of Black Friday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/10-700-greek-students-suspended-for-violating-school-cell-phone-ban
Since the beginning of the academic year in September, a total of 10,700 students have been suspended for violating the new regulations banning cell phones in schools, according to Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/mr-george-s-story-a-struggle-for-respect-and-equality-in-cyprus
A lawyer friend recently shared with me the story of Mr. George, a 72-year-old Cypriot. George, a retired teacher, spent his entire life concealing his sexual identity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-greek-orthodox-priest-at-the-center-of-anti-woke-education
The ideological conflict in the US has shifted from a traditional left-versus-right divide to a new dichotomy: “woke” versus “anti-woke.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-hands-down-stiff-sentences-in-major-extortion-and-embezzlement-case
In a significant move against financial crime, the Criminal Court in Larnaca has handed down tough sentences to two men involved in an elaborate scheme of extortion, embezzlement, and money laundering. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-teens-top-europe-in-vaping
According to a report by Hector Georgiou, a recent ESPAD survey showed that Cypriot teenagers are among the top users of e-cigarettes in Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vatican-faces-pension-crisis-despite-its-wealth
Pope Francis made a surprising announcement this week, revealing that the Vatican's pension fund is in serious trouble and might not be able to pay pensions in the future unless big changes are made....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/nato-foxes-and-airbags-cyprus-political-circus-rolls-on
Christodoulides is trying to get us into NATO, Mitsotakis is working behind the scenes to help us, AKEL is having a meltdown, Turkey is telling us to forget about it, and the Fox from Argaka (Averof Neofytou) is shouting that the idea was his....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-hits-2-16-us-visa-refusal-rate
Cyprus is stepping closer to a big travel milestone: visa-free trips to the U.S. are becoming a real possibility! ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thanksgiving-travel-in-the-us-hits-record-highs
Thanksgiving is here, and so is the great American tradition of traveling to be with loved ones. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mostly-clear-skies-with-a-frosty-evening-ahead
Good morning! Expect a mostly clear day with some occasional local clouds popping by to keep things interesting....