https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-explains-defa-chairman-s-cv-disclosure-after-backlash
The Cyprus Presidential Palace defended its decision to release the CV of the new Chairman of the Public Natural Gas Corporation (DEFA), George Assiikalis, in response to criticism surrounding the move.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-s-recurring-pollution-problem-calls-for-stronger-government-action
A recurring pollution problem in the Limassol sea has once again provoked strong reactions from citizens, highlighting a lack of coordination among state departments. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/power-outages-sweep-cyprus-after-technical-fault
A technical issue at 6 p.m. Wednesday caused widespread power outages across Cyprus, prompting the Cyprus Transmission System Operator (TSOC) to urge residents to cut back on electricity use....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eight-arrested-in-major-operation-seizing-drugs-worth-over-2-5m-euros
Greek Police announced Tuesday the dismantling of an international drug trafficking network that smuggled large quantities of drugs by sea using yachts....
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/tatar-slams-cyprus-israel-military-cooperation
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar criticized the Greek Cypriot administration, claiming its unilateral actions are endangering the island of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-firm-warns-of-halt-on-cyprus-crete-cable-over-payments
The second meeting of the Commission overseeing the Cyprus-Crete electric cable project, which included representatives from IPTO, the energy ministries of Cyprus and Greece, and the energy regulators from both countries, ended with no significant progress....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/power-link-decision-expected-soon-energy-minister-confirms
Energy Minister George Papanastasiou announced that key decisions regarding the electricity interconnection......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-china-lock-horns-over-vasilikos-issues
Apostolos Tomaras writes in this Sunday's Kathimerini that negotiations between Cyprus and the Chinese consortium over the "PROMETHEAS" ship, currently in Shanghai, have become a contentious issue as Cyprus seeks to gain control of the vessel. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-demands-cyprus-return-€101m-in-energy-project-funds
The Republic of Cyprus is preparing to respond to the European Commission by the first week of September regarding a demand to return €101 million in funding that was allocated for the Vasilikos energy terminal, Energy, Trade, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou said Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-municipality-cracks-down-on-unauthorized-port-practices
Under the leadership of the Paphos Municipality, various agencies responsible for the operation and management of the Paphos port have joined forces to tackle illegal activities and improve the services provided to visitors and professionals. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/call-for-kokkina-crossing-point-to-be-reopened-gains-momentum
The Kato Pyrgos Tillyria Community Authority is renewing its push for the reopening of the Kokkina crossing point, a move they argue is essential for revitalizing the region and addressing longstanding grievances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/local-inspectors-begin-tackling-illegal-garbage-dump-sites
The Environment Department has announced the launch of a nationwide campaign to address illegal waste dumping sites, emphasizing the need for municipal and community cooperation. The initiative, which runs until December, aims to tackle persistent issues that have recently led to fires....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anxiety-grows-over-potential-iranian-response-to-recent-killings
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have been informed by national security officials that it remains unclear when Iran and Hezbollah might launch an attack on Israel, according to a U.S. official....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/august-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-european-securities-and-markets-authority
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reclaims-37-relics-from-germany-after-60-years
The repatriation of 37 Cypriot antiquities on 26 July 2024 from Stuttgart, Germany was announced by the Department of Antiquities, of the Deputy Ministry of Culture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-marina-gets-€30m-upgrade-port-project-postponed
The government abandoned the joint development of the Larnaca port and marina, announcing on Thursday projects estimated at over €30 million to upgrade the marina and the surrounding area, heeding the suggestions of the city’s local stakeholders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/july-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-european-securities-and-markets-authority
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/driving-under-the-influence-in-cyprus-4-years-in-jail
Speeding remains one of the most common traffic violations in Cyprus, but the penalties have become significantly harsher following new legislation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/opponent-disputes-maduro-s-win-in-venezuelan-election
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has won a third term, according to the country's electoral authority, despite exit polls suggesting a decisive opposition victory....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-probes-vasilikos-terminal-over-misuse-of-funds
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has launched an investigation into the liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal project in Cyprus, citing suspicions of public procurement fraud, misuse of EU funds, and corruption. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-signs-€50-million-contract-for-smart-meters
A €50 mln contract for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (ΑΜΙ) was signed on Wednesday between the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) and the Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (CYTA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-decide-on-great-sea-interconnector-this-august
Important decisions concerning the Great Sea Interconnector, an electric cable linking Cyprus and Greece, are anticipated in August. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tsouroulis-reveals-man-behind-jho-low-parody-account
Chrysanthos Tsouroulis, CEO of DIAS Media Group and SIGMA TV, has alleged that George Petrides is behind the parody account ''Jho Low o Proedrikos Vaptistikos.'' This claim, which surfaced on Tuesday, has ignited controversy and speculation.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-speaks-out-on-cyprus-solution-corruption-and-political-ties
In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/multiple-violations-on-pervolia-beaches
An official from the Office of the Environment Commissioner has uncovered several violations on the beaches of Pervolia, including unauthorized shacks operating as bars, use of electricity, absence of a lifeguard tower, and vehicle movement on the beaches....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-plans-solar-panels-for-national-guard-by-2027
Cyprus will begin installing solar panels in National Guard camps and other facilities starting in September, aiming for completion by 2027, according to Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/polis-chrysochous-plans-industrial-zone-€141m-investment
The municipality of Polis Chrysochous is set to undergo a transformative development phase with planned projects totaling €141 million over the coming years, as announced by Mayor Yiotos Papachristofis.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/admie-pushes-for-new-ruling-on-power-cable-costs
Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) of Greece presented new data to the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (RAEK) on Monday, regarding......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-arrested-for-drug-possession-and-illegal-employment-in-ayia-napa
Two individuals were arrested in Ayia Napa for drug possession, and another two were arrested for illegal employment during an operation conducted......
