https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-mayor-alleges-etek-negligence-in-sapa-fallout
Fresh revelations have emerged in the ongoing SAPA scandal following intense scrutiny in the Parliamentary Committee on Institutions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-development-expenditure-2023-surpasses-€1b
The realization of state budget development expenditure in 2023 reached 72% compared to 70% in 2022 and the average of 69% over the last decade, according to a Treasury report released on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/after-berengaria-comes-the-development-of-the-highlands
In recent months, work on the historic Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos, a €35 million project, has come to a standstill. But this is only temporary....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-do-employees-say-no-to-promotions-insights-from-a-global-study
A significant question arises in modern workplaces: why would an employee decline a promotion when they are entirely content with their current role?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-grapples-with-energy-project-crisis
The firm spearheading one of the Republic of Cyprus' most ambitious energy ventures, Terminal F.P. at Royal, finds itself grappling with challenges that threaten its completion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fatal-shooting-at-greek-shipping-company-leaves-four-dead
Four people died during a shooting incident at a Greek shipping company in the southern Athens suburb of Glyfada on Monday, according to reports....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meta-removes-iran-leader-s-social-media-accounts-for-breaking-rules
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, experienced a significant blow to his online presence as Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, took down his official accounts for violating content policies, according to a report by India Today.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-passes-law-to-remove-property-restrictions-in-occupied-areas
In a unanimous decision, the Plenary Session of the Greek Parliament passed a law abolishing the right of encumbrance of ''memorandum'' on properties held by banks and credit acquisition companies, located in the occupied territories. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/investigation-urged-as-state-contracts-lead-to-€6-4m-payout
In a recent address, Deputy Dipa Alekos Tryfonidis called attention to questionable agreements, urging an investigation into the responsible parties behind a contract resulting in a hefty 6.4 million euros compensation payout....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sham-marriage-ring-results-in-15-arrests-21-still-wanted
In a significant development, the investigation into the sham marriage ring in Cyprus has expanded, according to Police spokesman Christos Andreou. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-considers-participation-in-great-sea-interconnector-project
In today's session of the Council of Ministers, the discussion continues on the proposal jointly submitted by Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, George Papastasiou, and Minister of Finance......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tesla-drivers-caught-wearing-apple-s-vision-pro-headsets
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg cautioned drivers on Monday, emphasizing the importance of human attention behind the wheel, following the circulation of videos showing individuals seemingly using Apple's new Vision Pro headset while operating Teslas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-airways-launches-direct-flights-from-larnaca-to-brussels
Today marks a milestone for Cyprus Airways as the airline proudly announces the commencement of flights between Larnaca and the vibrant city of Brussels twice a week.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/boeing-faces-setback-as-737-max-jets-require-rework-due-to-mis-drilled-holes
Boeing is facing a new setback in the production of its 737 Max jets, as approximately 50 undelivered planes will require rework due to a manufacturing problem. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-lawyer-akan-kursat-set-for-extradition-to-cyprus
In a recent development, Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kursat, held in Rome since New Year's Eve for the alleged exploitation and sale of Greek Cypriot land in occupied Klepini, is anticipated to be transferred to Cyprus within the current week....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meta-ceo-to-receive-$700m-dividend
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, the parent company overseeing Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, anticipates an annual dividend of $700 million (£549 million), according to recent announcements....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-set-to-join-great-sea-interconnector-project
In a significant move aimed at enhancing regional energy cooperation, Cyprus is considering participation in the ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, according to statements from government officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-senators-grill-social-media-ceos-over-child-safety-concerns
In a heated session on Wednesday, U.S. senators confronted leaders of major social media companies, urging swift legislative action to address escalating threats of sexual predation targeting children on their platforms....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-airways-bolsters-fleet-with-environmentally-friendly-airbus-220s
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing operational capacity and embracing sustainability, Cyprus Airlines acquired two state-of-the-art AIRBUS 220s in July....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-bank-eyes-cnp-cyprus-takeover
Hellenic Bank has confirmed discussions regarding the potential acquisition of CNP Cyprus, validating a report by ''K''.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-soars-to-new-heights-with-71-increase-in-cypriot-passengers
In 2023, Wizz Air experienced a remarkable surge in popularity among Cypriot travelers, with a staggering 71% increase in passengers compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 2.2 million passengers, as announced by the company....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/deal-in-the-works-for-cnp-cyprus
The subsidiary of the French insurance giant CNP Assurances, CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings, is currently in discussions for a potential change in ownership. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/efforts-underway-to-restore-e-justice-system-amid-technical-issues
Intensive efforts are ongoing to restore the electronic eJustice system in Cyprus, with the operating company's contractor working through the weekend, according to Michael Vorkas, President of the Cyprus Bar Association. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-top-employer-in-cyprus-also-in-2024
Lidl Cyprus is the Top Employer for the 7th consecutive year in Cyprus and Europe, according to the results of the internationally recognized independent organization Top Employer Institute....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-forced-to-pay-£1-2m-in-compensation
Thousands of passengers have scored a significant victory against budget airline Wizz Air, as the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) reveals a landmark compensation payout of £1.2 million....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sheikh-s-$203m-investment-brings-the-waldorf-astoria-to-greece
Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Takhoun bin Zayed Al Nayan, known for his extensive investments in Greece since 2018, is set to mark a milestone with the construction of the first ''Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Resort'' in Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kaili-slams-qatargate-probe-and-freemason-judges-in-tv-interview
MEP Eva Kaili, facing corruption and money laundering charges in the Qatargate scandal, vehemently defended herself in a recent interview with Italian channel Retequattro....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/platres-historical-tapestry-unfurls-with-new-open-museum
In the next few months, the completion of the Open Museum of Platres is expected. In an interview with ''K,'' Platres Mayor Panagiotis Papadopoulos disclosed that work has commenced on the exhibition space, serving as the starting point for a historical walk through Platres....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/it-is-therefore-right-that-i-resign
I wrote in my previous article ("How the prestige of the institutions is undermined", Kathimerini, 7/1/24) that, based on the conclusion of the auditors of the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority and announcements of the Audit Service,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/one-stop-shipping-centre-launched-to-boost-competitiveness
The One Stop Shipping Centre has set sail in Cyprus, marking a significant development for the Cypriot shipping industry. Launched by the Deputy Ministry of Shipping under the President of the Republic,...
