https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/t-c-s-want-incentives-from-g-c-s-to-return-to-talks
''I personally think there is flexibility in the positions expressed by the Turkish side" says British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq, explaining that "they want to have the right to talk about a separate state...''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-s-tallest-bird-cranes-thrive-with-80-pairs
In a remarkable resurgence, Britain's tallest bird, the crane, has notched up its highest breeding figures since their disappearance from the UK landscape back in the 16th century....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-leaders-reach-agreement-on-50-billion-euro-fund-for-ukraine-amidst-orban-standoff
European Union leaders, after weeks of tense negotiations, have secured a breakthrough agreement, compelling Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary to endorse a 50-billion-euro fund for Ukraine....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-boutique-hotel-scene-flourishes-amid-tourism-surge
Seeking accommodation in a hotel in Nicosia for February, the search yields 22 options. Narrowing the search by distance from the city center results in fewer choices, yet still satisfactory. Twelve boutique units, primarily small boutique hotels, emerge from the search on booking.com....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-files-un-complaint-against-spain-over-border-tragedy
A 25-year-old individual from Cameroon, who identified himself under the pseudonym Ludovic, has lodged a complaint with the United Nations against Spain, alleging multiple violations of the convention against torture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-secures-25-stake-in-epic-electric-cable-project
In the midst of a countdown, the government finds itself deeply engaged in one of the Eastern Mediterranean's most monumental energy endeavors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/thanos-hotels-arrival-signals-shift-in-nicosia-s-identity
In Nicosia, specifically within its historic center and nestled within the ancient walls, Thanos Hotels is gearing up for a new venture. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/embassy-brew-haha-us-scientist-s-salty-tea-tips-stir-controversy-in-the-uk
An American scientist caused a diplomatic storm for her unconventional tea tips, including adding salt and microwaving...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/techisland-announces-new-startup-school-workshops
TechIsland, the largest tech association in Cyprus, is excited to announce the return of its workshop series, ''Startup School''. The series is part of the TechIsland Academy and aims to educate and empower startups in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-s-foreign-minister-sparks-controversy-with-island-proposal-in-eu-meeting
Israel's foreign minister, Israel Katz, ignited controversy during a crucial EU ministerial meeting on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-exposes-25-cases-of-dual-pensions-and-salaries
Around 25 citizens and officials in the Republic of Cyprus are receiving double pay—pension plus salary, according to the Republic's Auditor General....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-mafia-hits-alexoui-murder-and-the-enigmatic-escape-via-mount-athos
In the world of crime, an international expatriate group with ties to the former USSR is making headlines. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hostage-families-urgently-plead-for-release-in-parliament-chaos
In a gripping display of anguish, relatives of Israelis held captive by Palestinian gunmen stormed a Jerusalem parliamentary committee on Monday, urging lawmakers to intensify efforts to free their loved ones....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-rejects-hamas-ceasefire-stresses-security-concerns
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, emphasized in a recent CNN interview that the kingdom won't normalize relations with Israel or contribute to Gaza's reconstruction without a credible pathway to a Palestinian state....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prince-harry-drops-lawsuit-against-daily-mail
Prince Harry has chosen to abandon his libel lawsuit against the Daily Mail tabloid's publisher, Associated Newspapers Ltd., following a recent court ruling that suggested a potential trial loss....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/japan-lands-moon-sniper-on-moon-faces-urgent-power-challenge
In a groundbreaking achievement, Japan joined the exclusive club of nations that have successfully executed a soft lunar landing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourist-convinced-of-curse-returns-stolen-pompeii-artifacts
A tourist recently made headlines by returning stones stolen from the ancient site of Pompeii, attributing her breast cancer to the famous 'curse' associated with the artifacts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/virgin-atlantic-flight-forced-to-stop-due-to-missing-parts-of-the-wing
A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to New York faced a last-minute cancellation as a vigilant passenger discovered faulty bolts on the plane's wing.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/antony-blinken-stuck-in-davos-amid-plane-safety-concerns
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was briefly stranded in Davos on Wednesday after his plane experienced a ''critical failure'' related to an oxygen leak and another plane is being flown to Switzerland to pick him up...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-forced-to-pay-£1-2m-in-compensation
Thousands of passengers have scored a significant victory against budget airline Wizz Air, as the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) reveals a landmark compensation payout of £1.2 million....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-shines-with-20-tourism-surge
In a burst of post-pandemic enthusiasm, Cyprus shines as the EU's tourism star, celebrating an impressive 20% surge in 2023 – a dazzling spectacle second only to a breathtaking fireworks display!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/central-bank-chief-cautions-on-early-rate-cuts-amid-global-tensions
Central Bank Governor and European Central Bank (ECB) member Constantinos Herodotou stated that discussions regarding interest rate reductions are premature, given ongoing geopolitical conflicts and potential disruptions in the supply chain arising from tensions in the Red Sea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ever-wonder-how-happy-people-are-in-cyprus
Ever wonder how happy people are in Cyprus? Well, they recently gave their overall life satisfaction a score of 7.2 out of 10, according to Eurostat, the statistical service of the European Union. That's pretty close to the EU average, which stands at 7.1....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/companies-grapple-with-soaring-fines-amidst-regulatory-confusion
There's a significant issue with hefty fines hitting companies hard – we're talking about a daily hit of €100. The crux of the matter lies in a bureaucratic mix-up regarding the accurate records of company ownership, managed by the Company Registrar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-arrested-for-duping-victims-of-over-€430-000
In a shocking turn of events, a 52-year-old woman has been apprehended by Limassol Police for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent real estate scheme.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-government-on-fragile-ground
In May 2022, Nikos Christodoulides announced his candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic, only to be overshadowed by the revelation of a partially plagiarized speech from Ioannis Kasoulides during the 2008 presidential election....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/injured-golden-retriever-saved-from-300-foot-cliff
In a heart-stopping incident at Oregon's Ecola State Park, the United States Coast Guard executed a daring rescue to save Leo, a courageous Golden Retriever who tumbled over a 300-foot cliff on New Year's Day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/oscar-pistorius-released-on-parole-after-nearly-11-years-for-murder
Oscar Pistorius, the South African former Paralympic star, has been released on parole after serving nearly 11 years for the 2013 murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. Pistorius claimed he mistook Steenkamp for an intruder when he fatally shot her through a bathroom door on Valentine's Day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/veganism-from-fringe-movement-to-global-phenomenon
The launch of Burger King's Impossible Whopper in 2019 was a 'pinch me' moment for longtime vegan advocate Toni Vernelli....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/officials-ponder-responsibility-following-quadruple-fatality
Ambulance crews experience road fatalities on a more personal level. When you rescue someone, you connect with them....