https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-cabinet-unlocks-potential-for-smart-military-development
Marking the first step toward establishing the framework necessary to enable the creation of a “smart” army, the cabinet on Thursday......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-rules-for-presidential-advisers-set-amid-political-turmoil
The House of Representatives, in a vote of 46 in favor and one against, has approved a bill outlining the criteria for hiring advisers-associates to the president, ministers, and deputy ministers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-marriage-shouldn-t-be-the-answer-to-€2b-loans
In 2023, Cyprus secured a substantial loan totaling €2.02 billion from the Bank of Cyprus, earmarking €510 million specifically for housing initiatives. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-celebrates-approval-of-migration-deputy-ministry-bill
''Today is a milestone for our country'' said the Minister of the Interior, Constantinos Ioannou, on Thursday, welcoming the approval of the bill......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/apple-u-turns-on-evs-shifts-gears-to-focus-on-ai
Apple has reportedly halted its decade-long secretive project to develop electric vehicles (EVs), redirecting efforts towards its artificial intelligence (AI) division....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ft-judge-denies-trump-s-request-to-delay-$450m-payment
A New York judge has rejected Donald Trump's request to temporarily halt the state's attorney-general from collecting a $450 million judgment while he appeals a civil fraud ruling....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/communities-lay-foundation-for-future-governance
Beyond the spotlight on municipalities due to identified weaknesses in the preparation and implementation stages, a transformative wave is on the horizon for communities set to operate under a new regime starting July 1st....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bitcoin-surpasses-$57-000-on-etf-boost-and-corporate-investments
Bitcoin reached a milestone, surpassing $57,000, driven by increasing demand from exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and corporate investments, notably by MicroStrategy. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/will-anyone-be-held-accountable
Experts conduct studies, and we pay them for their work. However, the problem arises when these studies are manipulated to align with the interests of our friendly MPs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-saving-less-as-loan-numbers-fluctuate
In January 2024, the total deposits in Cyprus reached €51.9 billion, experiencing a net decrease of €366.0 million compared to the previous month....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/800-divorces-annually-35-000-single-parents-and-outdated-benefits
The Human Rights Committee of the Parliament convened today, shedding light on critical issues affecting single-parent families in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-parliament-honors-navalny-amidst-food-inflation
The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/usa-florida-passes-bill-banning-minors-from-social-media-platforms
In a bid to combat rising concerns over child safety, the Florida House and Senate approved a bill imposing one of the nation's strictest bans on social media use by minors under 16. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-unleashes-over-500-new-sanctions-on-russia
In a bid to escalate pressure on Moscow on the second anniversary of its war in Ukraine, U.S. President Joe Biden unveiled a series of measures, including more than 500 new sanctions targeting Russia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-to-bring-in-40-000-workers-from-six-countries
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Thursday that Greece is on the cusp of a migration agreement with India to bring in unskilled and skilled workers to the country to be employed in the agricultural, construction and tourism sectors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-lander-lands-on-moon-giant-leap-for-humanity
In a groundbreaking achievement, the Odysseus lander, owned by Intuitive Machines, successfully landed on the moon's surface, marking the first privately owned craft to accomplish this feat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hellenic-bank-posts-impressive-2023-profit-of-€365-4-million
Hellenic Bank reported a substantial profit of €365.4 million for the year 2023, marking a significant upswing from €21.8 million in 2022. The Return on Tangible Equity (ROTE) for 2023 soared to 28.7%, a stark contrast to the 2.0% recorded in 2022....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-official-salaries-surge-up-17-in-5-years
Over the past half-decade, the salaries of government officials have surged by a notable 17%, shedding light on the expanding state payroll. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/norwegian-lng-fueling-india-s-energy-future-starting-2026
In a strategic move echoing India's green ambitions, Deepak Fertilisers has joined forces with Norwegian giant Equinor to secure a 15-year supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-government-to-sell-its-stake-in-piraeus-bank-anticipates-high-demand
Greece will proceed with the complete divestment of the state from Piraeus Bank with the disposition of the 27% it controls through the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund (HFSF)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-embassy-nicosia-hosts-exhibit-of-ukrainian-women-amid-russian-aggression
On the somber occasion of the second anniversary of Russia’s brutal re-invasion of Ukraine, U.S. Embassy Nicosia, in collaboration with Sunseed Art and Resilient Ukraine, is the proud sponsor of an art exhibit that depicts the faces, roles, stories, and remarkable resilience of Ukrainian women....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-extends-maternity-leave-to-foster-work-life-balance
In a move aimed at supporting new mothers and promoting work-life balance, Cyprus’ Council of Ministers has given the green light to an increase in maternity leave. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-achieves-significant-debt-reduction-in-2023
The Cyprus government reported that the island nation ended 2023 with a debt of €22.4 billion, constituting around 99% of the Republic of Cyprus' total debt. This marks a notable reduction of €689 million or 3% from the corresponding period in the previous year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-farmers-descend-on-athens-protesting-economic-hardships
In a demonstration mirroring concerns across Europe, Greek farmers drove tractors into Athens on Tuesday to protest outside parliament, citing issues with rising energy costs, foreign competition, and recent flooding. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/madonna-s-chair-mishap-captivates-fans-worldwide
Madonna encountered a memorable moment during her ongoing Celebration Tour, captivating social media with a graceful recovery after falling from her chair during a performance at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-of-cyprus-posts-nearly-half-a-billion-euro-profit-in-2023
Bank of Cyprus reported a robust profit of €487 million for the fiscal year 2023, as announced by Group CEO Panicos Nikolaou during the presentation of the bank's financial results....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-does-zero-vat-affect-your-grocery-bills
The Consumer Protection Service is keeping a close eye on how the zero VAT (Value Added Tax) rate impacts prices in stores. They've been checking 88 different products ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/transforming-homes-into-energy-generators-one-wall-at-a-time
Imagine if you could turn your house walls into solar panels just by painting them – that's the idea behind solar paint. Unlike traditional solar panels, this high-tech paint contains tiny light-sensitive particles....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-s-parliament-approves-same-sex-marriage-rights
Greece’s 300-member Parliament approved the bill granting same-sex couples equal rights in marriage in a roll call vote on Thursday night. The reform extends full parental rights to gay couples but will not allow for medically assisted reproduction through a surrogate.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/it-will-make-the-invisible-visible
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday that a bill granting same-sex couples equal rights in marriage would make their families ''visible.''...
