https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heartbreaking-gaza-photo-wins-world-press-photo-of-the-year
Reuters photographer Mohammed Salem captured this year’s prestigious World Press Photo of the Year award Thursday with a depiction of loss and sorrow in Gaza, a heartrending photo of a Palestinian woman cradling the body of her young niece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/alternative-investments-and-portfolio-diversification
In contrast to traditional investments in stocks and bonds, portfolios incorporating alternative investments have historically offered higher returns, a trend that has become more prevalent in recent years. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-marathon-800-runners-from-75-countries
Deputy Minister of Tourism Costas Koumis hailed the recent OPAP Limassol Marathon as a significant boost for Cyprus, as over 800 runners participated in the event. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-blocks-exports-to-israel-amid-gaza-conflict
Turkey announced it's blocking exports of 54 different product categories to Israel until a ceasefire is declared in Gaza. This move comes as a response to Israel's military operations in Gaza....
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/finance-minister-extends-rent-program-to-assist-more-homeowners
The Cabinet has approved an expansion of beneficiaries for the Rent Relief Program against Installments, announced Finance Minister Makis Keravnos after the body's session.
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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/cyprus-grapples-with-€80-million-surge-in-state-budget-deficit-for-2023
The state budget deficit for 2023 increased by €80 million compared to the deficit recorded in 2022, according to the Fiscal Report of the Republic of Cyprus for 2023, submitted to the House of Representatives....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/porsche-tequipment-delivers-tailored-accessories-for-every-driver
PORSCHE TEQUIPMENΤ: An authentic line of accessories that perfectly matches your own character....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ends-fuel-tax-break-prices-set-to-spike-from-april-1st
Starting April 1st, the reduced consumption tax on fuels (95-octane gasoline and diesel) will come to an end, reverting to 8.3 cents per liter for gasoline and 6.3 cents per liter for heating oil....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/prices-on-the-rise
The Consumer Protection Agency has released its latest report on product prices for February 2024, focusing on 250 key consumer items sold across 400 stores nationwide. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-surge-in-electric-vehicle-interest-prompts-policy-review
Two months after the launch of Cyprus' electric vehicle subsidy program, public interest is surging, prompting officials to review policy measures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unemployment-rate-drops-while-inflation-inches-up
The latest data from the Cyprus Statistical Service reveals a positive shift in the country's economic landscape, with the unemployment rate falling to 5.9% in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to 6.9% in the same period the previous year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hotel-industry-faces-backlash-over-residence-fees
The inclusion of a residence tax within the framework of the green tax reform, affecting hotels, tourist accommodations, and Airbnb, is expected to trigger reactions within the hotel industry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-announces-aid-package-for-victims-of-limassol-tornado
In response to the recent tornado and extreme weather conditions that struck the Limassol Province on February 14, 2024, the Cyprus government has unveiled a comprehensive aid package to assist affected individuals and properties....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/inflation-and-new-markets-propel-spending-close-to-€3-billion-in-2023
Just before the end of last summer, economic analysts' projections for 2023 tourism revenue were nearing a record close to €3 billion. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-secure-2nd-spot-in-european-tourist-satisfaction
In a report in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki newspaper today by Maria Eracleous, Cypriot hotels experience the highest levels of guest satisfaction during the peak summer months of April to June, with an overall satisfaction index averaging 85% from January to November....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-tops-yachting-visits-yet-revenue-struggles
In the last three years, Greece has become the country with the largest number of yachts (commercial and private) visiting, surpassing traditional leaders in the sector such as France and Italy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-demand-for-electric-vehicle-subsidies-as-applications-surge
In response to the subsidy schemes for electric vehicles, the Road Transport Department reports significant interest since the application process began on Saturday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-irish-born-actor-murphy-won-best-actor-at-bafta
Cillian Murphy made history at the BAFTA Film Awards held in London as he clinched the coveted title of Best Actor for his outstanding performance in ''Oppenheimer.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ultrasound-sparks-sperm-speed-boost-for-ivf-success
A recent study conducted by researchers from Monash University in Melbourne suggests that sluggish sperm could be encouraged to swim faster......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-minister-unveils-€36-5m-ev-subsidy-scheme
Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis unveiled a new €36.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme on Thursday, financed by the EU's Recovery and Resilience Mechanism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/businesses-can-now-register-for-renewable-energy-funding-programs
Businesses interested in participating in grant schemes to encourage the use of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Energy Efficiency (EE) are now able to register, according to the Management Committee of the Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Energy Saving (EE) Fund....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/96th-oscars-unveil-stellar-lineup-of-best-picture-contenders
Hollywood is buzzing with excitement as the nominations for the 96th Academy Awards have been unveiled, showcasing the finest stars and movies from the past year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/economic-snapshot-3-9-rise-in-consumer-prices
The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices showed a 1.9% increase in December 2023 compared to the same month in 2022, but experienced a 1.2% decrease compared to the previous month....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forty-percent-of-global-jobs-face-disruption-because-of-ai
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to reshape the global job market, potentially affecting 40% of jobs worldwide, according to the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-redefines-sustainability-with-new-housing-grants
In an exclusive announcement, the Ministry of Energy, Trade, and Industry is reaching out to stakeholders for their input on the innovative ''Grant Scheme for Renewable Energy and Energy Saving in Housing 2024-2025.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/79-jump-in-consumer-complaints-this-year
In a substantial leap from 2022, the Cyprus Consumer Association reports a noteworthy spike in four complaint categories in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-much-will-christmas-dinner-cost-this-year
The Pancyprian Consumers Association has conducted a comprehensive survey, uncovering the estimated costs of Christmas tables for families in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/preventive-pediatrics-expansion-center-takes-on-eight-more-diseases
''The CPP has been carrying out a project on behalf of the State for 35 years and covers the needs of the entire population of the country free of charge on a voluntary basis'', says Fotini Tsiridou, the president of the Association of Friends of the Center of Preventive Pediatrics ''Amerikos Argyriou'' and councillor of DISY, to ''K''....
