https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-embassy-in-kyiv-closes-amid-major-airstrike-threat
The United States has temporarily closed its embassy in Kyiv, citing credible intelligence about a potential major airstrike on November 20. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/italian-village-offers-€1-homes-to-americans-following-u-s-elections
The small village of Ollolai in Sardinia is making a bold appeal to Americans, who, as non-European Union citizens, are being given preferential treatment in its latest campaign to attract new residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-online-patient-s-guide-to-provide-information-on-gesy-services
Health Minister Michael Damianos introduced an online portal called the ''Patient’s Guide'' on Monday, aiming to improve the public’s understanding of the General Health System (GeSY) and promote more responsible use of healthcare services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-anti-corruption-authority-s-major-investigations-near-completion
The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority of Cyprus is making waves as it tackles high-profile investigations into alleged corruption, including the controversial ''gold passports'' scheme, claims of a ''state mafia,'' and other issues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-strip-protection-from-asylum-seekers-who-commit-serious-crimes
Cyprus has moved forward with a new law that will strip asylum seekers of their subsidiary protection status if they commit serious criminal offenses. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-reports-€401-million-profit-surge
In the latest financial report, Bank of Cyprus has reported a solid profit of €401 million for the first nine months of 2024—a 15% jump from last year’s €349 million. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/boc-finalizes-sale-of-troubled-loans-to-boost-stability-and-growth
In September 2024, the Bank of Cyprus reached a deal with funds linked to Cerberus Global Investments B.V. to sell a portfolio of non-performing loans—primarily business loans backed by collateral. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-i-almost-voted-for-trump—and-why-many-americans-did
I’ve been a staunch Democrat my whole life, but as I look at the results of the latest election, I can’t say I’m entirely shocked by Trump’s success. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-charges-reveal-iranian-plot-to-kill-trump
The U.S. Justice Department has charged an Iranian operative, Farhad Shakeri, for allegedly plotting to assassinate former President Donald Trump on orders from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/antibiotic-misuse-in-cyprus-fuels-deadly-resistance-surge
Cyprus ranks among European Union countries with the highest antibiotic consumption and microbial resistance rates, Health Minister Michalis Damianou said Friday at a news conference kicking off a campaign on antibiotic stewardship and antimicrobial resistance.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-soccer-fans-attacked-in-amsterdam-evacuations-underway
Israeli soccer fans were attacked in Amsterdam overnight Thursday, following a Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, prompting the Israeli government to dispatch planes to evacuate its citizens....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-rescue-planes-sent-to-amsterdam-after-violent-attacks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered two rescue planes to Amsterdam following a violent incident targeting Israeli citizens, his office confirmed. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/was-trump-really-the-only-option-for-the-working-class-in-2024
What makes a political comeback genuinely remarkable? Is it policy, charm, or a connection to the people? ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-cost-of-the-subsidies-is-borne-by-the-state-not-the-citizens
''I am committed to lowering electricity prices,'' Minister of Energy Mr. Papanastasiou told us when he assumed office. Since then, we’ve watched in dismay as electricity prices have steadily risen, with various justifications that no longer convince anyone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-emotional-appeal-vs-harris-s-missed-connections
Experts, academics, and political analysts in Cyprus have weighed in on the reasons behind Donald Trump’s success in the latest U.S. elections and Kamala Harris's defeat. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-maximise-efforts-for-peace-talks-resumption-kombos-tells-uk-politicians
The government of the Republic of Cyprus has “an obligation to maximise the possibility of going back to the negotiating table” on the Cyprus issue, Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/urgent-airbag-recall-thousands-of-cars-in-cyprus-at-risk
Thousands of vehicles in Cyprus may be equipped with potentially dangerous Takata airbags, as the recall process for these defective products remains incomplete. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-30-of-non-eu-seniors-in-eu-report-health-in-bad-or-very-bad-condition
In 2023, a percentage of 28% of non-EU citizens living in the EU aged 65 years or over perceived themselves to be in bad or very bad state of health. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-unassuming-constantinos-kombos
In every Cabinet meeting, there is a ''luxury'' position held by the current Minister of Foreign Affairs. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-shifts-westward-with-historic-white-house-meeting
President Nicos Christodoulides recently met with U.S. President Joe Biden in a historic visit to the White House, marking a new chapter in Cyprus’ foreign policy as it turns toward the West, according to a report by Yiannis Ioannou in this Sunday's Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-repays-over-€1b-in-debt-easing-financial-strain
Cyprus made strides in paying down its debt in the second quarter of 2024, settling over €1 billion in bonds and loans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-kyriakides-honored-for-cancer-advocacy
European Commissioner for Health Stella Kyriakides has received the highest recognition from the European Federation of European Cancer Leagues (ECL) for her contributions to cancer prevention and treatment. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/petrolina-platinum-sponsor-of-let-s-do-it-cyprus-clean-up-cyprus-campaign
Aligned with its commitment to support Cyprus and its people, Petrolina continues to support as the Platinum Sponsor of the Let’s Do It! Cyprus campaign for another year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-plans-€10-000-cash-limit-to-fight-money-laundering
According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, the Cyprus government is considering a new law to cap cash transactions at €10,000 for buying goods and services, aiming to crack down on money laundering. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-faces-financial-imbalance-as-assets-fall-short-of-liabilities
As of December 2023, Cyprus' economy is navigating a complex financial landscape, with total assets in financial instruments reaching €869 billion. However, the country also faces a notable financial shortfall, with liabilities exceeding assets by about €29 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-foreign-minister-optimistic-about-upcoming-us-meeting
Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos has stated that the upcoming meeting between the Presidents of the United States and Cyprus in Washington will hold significant symbolic and political weight. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-to-launch-national-sanctions-unit
Cyprus is set to establish a new National Sanctions Implementation Unit (NSIU) in the coming year, aiming to improve how financial sanctions are enforced in the country....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-u-s-strengthen-crime-fighting-cooperation
The House Plenary of Cyprus approved an important agreement on Thursday aimed at boosting cooperation between Cyprus and the United States in the fight against serious crime....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-linked-to-$75-million-money-laundering-probe-in-the-french-riviera
French authorities have seized about $75 million worth of real estate and luxury cars in the French Riviera as part of a money-laundering investigation involving two Russian businessmen who hold Cypriot citizenship, according to a published report on the OCCRP.org website. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-is-holding-the-mind-reset-programme-for-the-4th-consecutive-year
On the 16th and 17th of September, the first phase of the successful environmental educational programme was successfully completed, and focuses on the training of teachers of the participating schools....
