https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-port-echoes-vasilikos-unrest
The ambitious redevelopment of Larnaca's port, a cornerstone of the city's growth, has hit a rough patch....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-rake-in-€3-3-million-in-fines
In a recent statement, the Police revealed that from the start of the year until now, they have executed a staggering 18,791 fine warrants across the country. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-backs-elderly-women-holds-swiss-government-liable-for-climate-inaction
A group of senior women in Switzerland, known as Senior Women for Climate Protection, with an average age of 74, have won a landmark......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/six-years-of-oversight-culminate-in-medicine-warehouse-catastrophe
This quote poignantly illustrates the entrenched mindset of public administration, often characterized by inefficiency rather than efficacy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-news-digest-from-river-beautification-to-billionaires-bargains
It's been a while since we heard about inaugurations from our president, so this one deserves special mention: ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mexico-cuts-ties-with-ecuador-after-embassy-raid
Mexico announced the severance of diplomatic ties with Ecuador following a tumultuous incident at the Mexican embassy in Quito. The event unfolded when Ecuadorian police forcibly entered the embassy to arrest former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-blames-israeli-conflict-for-gps-disruptions
Cyprus is experiencing GPS signal disruptions due to the ongoing conflict in Israel....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fake-priest-targets-people-with-€12-sweets
A charlatan priest appears to have been deceiving citizens in Larnaca, extracting money from them....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/audit-exposes-serious-issues-in-collecting-unpaid-taxes-in-cyprus
An audit report from the Tax Department for 2022 has uncovered a staggering accumulation of over €2.5 billion in arrears, with €1 billion considered unsecure due to delays in necessary measures, the Audit Service revealed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chevron-s-new-proposal-for-aphrodite
March 31 marked the end of the three-month deadline given by Nicosia to the US company Chevron, a key partner in the joint venture for the development of Block 12 ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2-540-ukrainian-refugees-denied-protection
About 2,540 Ukrainian refugees have been suspended from temporary protection in the Netherlands since March 4, 2024. They are now forced to seek safety in the country or leave.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-stumped-on-declared-cash
The question of the whereabouts of over 90 million euros in cash allegedly spent by travelers arriving in Cyprus through Larnaca and Paphos airports in the last 15 months remains unanswered by competent state authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cabinet-approves-closer-partnership-with-us-to-tackle-financial-crimes
Within a short period after Nicosia's announcement of closer cooperation with the US on money laundering issues, the Council of Ministers approved the signing of a memorandum of cooperation between the Cyprus Police and the FBI. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-takes-on-stray-animal-crisis-this-world-stray-animals-day
As April 4th marks World Stray Animals Day, attention shifts to the global epidemic of abandoned animals. From bustling cities to remote corners of the world, countless dogs, cats, and other creatures endure daily hardships....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/where-did-all-the-declared-cash-go
Director General of the Ministry of Finance, George Panteli, revealed to Parliament's Institutions Committee that between 2021 and March 2024, 1077 cash declarations, totaling 119 million euros, entered Cyprus via Larnaca and Paphos airports....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/fortifying-digital-banks-and-battling-cyber-threats
The period we are going through raises serious concerns about the security of critical digital infrastructures. Among these, the most significant are those of banks, and in this direction...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/intruders-strike-in-limassol-steal-€51-000-from-russian-investor
Authorities are investigating a robbery case involving a 36-year-old Russian entrepreneur who fell victim to a theft during a cryptocurrency transaction.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mafia-state-author-stands-firm-i-can-back-up-every-word-with-evidence
Makarios Drousiotis, author of the book ''Mafia State,'' testified before the Anti-Corruption Authority under Gabrielle Louise McIntyre, with his session lasting a full four hours....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-$175m-bond-halts-ny-fraud-case-collection
Former President Donald Trump has taken action in his New York civil fraud case, posting a $175 million bond on Monday.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-insurance-organization-fines-40-providers-€80k
The Health Insurance Organization (HIO) has imposed fines totaling 80 thousand euros on over 40 health providers in 2023 for abuses within the General Healthcare System (GHS), according to data obtained by the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mykonos-faces-tourism-crisis-amid-declining-numbers
Despite promising signs for other parts of the country as regards the number of flights and seat bookings for the 2024 tourism season, Mykonos is seeing a decline in both indices for the second year in a row.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thanasis-death-inquiry-reaches-boiling-point-with-third-interrogation
After a series of intricate legal proceedings, including testimonies from the Legal Service and family attorneys, the complex investigation into the death of 26-year-old soldier Thanasis Nicolaou is nearing its conclusion. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/limassol-gallery-faces-alleged-money-laundering-probe
The case file regarding alleged money laundering at a Limassol gallery was transferred to the Legal Service today, with two suspects released pending further investigations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-coastlines-awash-with-mesmerizing-jellyfish-spectacle
The coastal waters of Cyprus have been graced with a mesmerizing spectacle as jellyfish sightings surge, captivating onlookers and prompting insights into their increased presence.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/struggles-amidst-renovation-on-makarios-avenue
I've heard that two stores of a well-known chain recently closed down on Makarios Avenue, namely Etam and Undiz. While these brands thrive in malls and other cities, they seem to struggle in the heart of Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-us-forge-anti-financial-crime-alliance
The Republic of Cyprus and the United States of America have announced a significant cooperation initiative aimed at enhancing the ROC's capabilities to combat illicit finance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/archbishop-georgios-in-k-the-scandal-rocking-the-church-of-cyprus
In an interview with ''K,'' Archbishop George assures that efforts are being made to fully clarify the case of the Monastery of Saint Avvakum, which is causing turmoil within the Church. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/with-the-cross-in-one-hand-and-the-staff-in-the-other
The Church of Cyprus has weathered many storms throughout its long history, often paying a heavy price to maintain the cohesion of its flock. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ny-attorney-general-moves-to-seize-trump-s-assets
In a significant legal maneuver, the office of New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken steps to file judgments against former President Donald Trump in Westchester County, N.Y....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-out-of-ten-students-can-get-drugs-in-a-day
A recent revelation has sparked concern among authorities in Cyprus as reports indicate that 7-8 out of 10 Cypriot students find it alarmingly easy to obtain drugs, including cannabis, within a mere 24-hour timeframe....
