https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/school-escorts-back-on-track-to-aid-hundreds-of-disabled-students
The perennial issue of meeting the needs of students requiring school assistants has resurfaced as the new school year begins. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-approves-24-hour-care-facilities-for-disabled-adults
The Council of Ministers has given its nod to a proposal by the Ministry of Social Welfare, paving the way for the acquisition of five buildings designated for 24-hour care facilities for adults with disabilities. Deputy Minister Marilena Evangelou made this announcement following the Council of Ministers' meeting on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/california-takes-bold-step-towards-gender-neutral-school-bathrooms
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law requiring K-12 schools to provide gender-neutral bathrooms by July 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/16-students-awarded-$34-500-in-scholarships-for-us-universities
The Cyprus Children's Fund (CCF) has announced the selection of 16 students for its 2023 Scholarship Awards, totaling $34,500. These scholarships are aimed at supporting Greek students pursuing their education in American universities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-charms-of-a-forgotten-neighborhood
In Seat 7A, I don my mask and fasten my seatbelt, opening my book. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-and-limassol-explore-tram-systems
Environment Commissioner Maria Panayiotou, alongside Nicosia's Mayor Konstantinos Giorkatzis, emphasized the necessity of commencing a comprehensive study for the introduction of tram systems in Nicosia and Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/concerns-rise-over-passive-response-to-student-brawl-in-high-school
The recent incident involving the assault of a 12-year-old girl by two 14-year-old girls at a Nicosia secondary school has sparked significant concerns regarding our societal response to acts of violence and intimidation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/famagusta-mayors-unite-for-a-shared-vision-of-reconciliation
During an event commemorating the International Day of Peace, Simos Ioannou, the mayor of occupied Famagusta, emphasized the urgent need for peace in the region. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/officials-unveil-bold-dual-vaccination-strategy
Cyprus' Ministry of Health has unveiled its vaccination strategy for the upcoming fall/winter season, targeting COVID-19 and seasonal influenza. Key highlights include:...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rupert-murdoch-steps-down-ushering-a-new-era-in-media
Rupert Murdoch, the media magnate, has announced his departure from leadership roles in his companies, leaving his son Lachlan Murdoch in line to take over....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/could-diagnostic-tests-help-kids-learn-better
The Parliamentary Committee on Education explored the need for diagnostic examinations in all primary and secondary education classes at the start of the academic year to identify and address student weaknesses effectively....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/essentials-get-affordable-from-november-2023
In a significant development, the Greek Tax Department has announced that the Ministerial Council, during its session on September 13, 2023, has given the green light to an official decree that modifies the VAT legislation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-refunds-$500-000-to-elderly-customer
From Australia comes a story of corporate responsibility in the face of personal tragedy as an elderly national bank depositor had nearly AUD$500,000 returned to him out of the bank’s own pockets.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-remove-speed-bumps-introduce-cameras-for-safer-roads
The Ministry of Transport in Cyprus is planning to remove speed bumps from roads, except for those located near schools. Minister Alexis Vafeades confirmed this intention, as reported by the website "Offsite News." ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meta-encryption-shields-child-abusers-in-shadows
Mark Zuckerberg’s plan to roll out encrypted messaging on his platforms will let child abusers “hide in the dark”, according to a government campaign urging the tech billionaire to halt the move....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/church-advocates-sex-ed-as-long-as-it-s-responsible
The Holy Synod of the Church of Cyprus convened in its third regular session of the year, presided over by Archbishop George, Archbishop of Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-european-health-insurance-card-ehic-is-your-passport-to-health
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is a valuable resource for European citizens, providing access to essential healthcare services during temporary stays in 27 European Union (EU) countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-famous-artist-botero-breathes-his-last-at-91
Fernando Botero, the Colombian whose voluptuous pictures and sculptures of overstuffed generals, bishops, prostitutes, housewives and other products of his whimsical imagination made him one of the world’s best-known artists, died Friday in Monaco. He was 91....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-to-ban-american-xl-bully-dogs
American XL bully dogs are a danger to communities and will be banned, Rishi Sunak has vowed after a man was mauled to death....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/get-ready-to-bee-amazed-on-september-17th
Get ready to don your beekeeper's hat and join the buzz at Melini's upcoming Children's Honey Festival on September 17. This unique event is all about celebrating the incredible world of bees while having a blast!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-father-found-guilty-of-child-abuse-sentencing-expected
In a harrowing case that has shocked the community, the Limassol Assize Court has delivered a guilty verdict against a 52-year-old father who was charged with sexually abusing his own daughter for a period spanning five to ten years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/archbishop-backs-controversial-sex-education
Archbishop George has expressed a positive stance on sex education in schools. In a meeting held last week, Minister of Education Athena Michaelidou, Inspector of Secondary Education Home Economics Christiana Filippou Haridimou, and a representative of Secondary Education briefed His Beatitude on the content and details of the course....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mexican-congressional-hearing-unveils-extraterrestrial-specimens
Mexican lawmakers heard testimony that "we are not alone" in the universe and saw the alleged remains of non-human beings in an extraordinary hearing marking the Latin American country's first congressional event on UFOs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/my-big-fat-greek-wedding-movie-returns-with-wedding-bells
“We’re getting married!” This rather inevitable line crops up early in “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3,” and if you’re like me, it will inspire mixed reactions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-in-hanoi-claims-lives-of-more-than-30
The Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit is excited to announce its partnership with the organization "Techisland" as the primary sponsor of the "Alpha Stage" platform, which aims to support startups in Cyprus and the surrounding area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/thanos-hotels-and-resorts-continues-to-support-sophia-foundation-for-children
The company was honoured for its ''I cook and I offer'' programme during an event at the Presidential Palace ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ai-reveals-4-year-old-s-diagnosis
During the COVID-19 lockdown, Courtney bought a bounce house for her two young children. Soon after, her son, Alex, then 4, began experiencing pain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-vigilance-prevents-unauthorized-entry-in-evacuated-chlorakas-flats
Five private security guards will watch over the evacuated apartment buildings in Chloraka around the clock. Additionally, ADE Paphos patrols will cover the entire area, as confirmed by Michalis Nikolaou, the spokesperson for ADE Paphos and CID Paphos manager....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-traffic-woes-tackled-head-on
Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades has labeled today as the year's worst day for traffic congestion, coinciding with the return of primary school students to their classes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/school-s-in-as-grade-schoolers-begin-year
The echoes of children's voices return to the halls of primary education as the academic year commences, with approximately 9,323 first-year students....
