https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/von-der-leyen-s-eu-role-for-mediterranean-attracts-cyprus
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides is seeking control of a newly proposed role within the European Commission, aimed at overseeing EU policy for the Mediterranean region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-decide-on-great-sea-interconnector-this-august
Important decisions concerning the Great Sea Interconnector, an electric cable linking Cyprus and Greece, are anticipated in August. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-electricity-costs-in-cyprus-due-to-lack-of-renewables
As high temperatures drive increased energy demand in Cyprus, the island remains heavily reliant on mazut for electricity production....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-surge-in-russian-tourism-despite-sanctions
Cyprus is witnessing a promising increase in Russian and Russian-speaking tourists despite the European Union's sanctions following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, which led to the suspension of direct flights between Cyprus and Russian airports....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/market-changes-eurobank-s-move-and-economic-struggles
Bank of Cyprus shares were delisted from the Athens Stock Exchange following the 2013 financial crisis and the turbulent merger with Laiki Bank, including the depositor haircut...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-faces-internal-struggle-over-hungarian-presidency-boycott
According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis, the European Union is facing a delicate situation as it grapples with the Hungarian Presidency and the upcoming informal Council of Foreign Ministers, known as Gymnich, scheduled for August 28-29 in Budapest....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mitsotakis-becomes-first-greek-pm-to-attend-cyprus-invasion-anniversary
The visit of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to Cyprus, was not only of symbolic importance but it was more one of substance, the Presidency of the Republic of Cyprus said in a post on 'X' on Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-airports-unaffected-by-global-software-outage
Airports in Cyprus remain operational and unaffected by the major technical problems caused by software linked to Microsoft that has disrupted services for banks, airlines, media, and other public sectors worldwide. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/virus-in-newborns-linked-to-autism-risk-study-finds
A common virus in newborns may significantly increase their risk of developing autism, according to a new study....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/despina-vandi-cancels-turkey-concert-over-flag-and-ataturk-portrait
Greek pop star Despina Vandi refused to perform on a stage in Turkey adorned with its flag and portrait of the country’s founding father, prompting the local mayor to ask her to leave her town, according to Turkish media reports.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-political-failure-50-years-on
The 20th of July will mark the day the Turkish Army invaded and occupied 40% of the island of Cyprus. Greece’s Prime Minister Mitsotakis, dignitaries and other heads of state will be welcomed as guests by President Christodoulides to commemorate that historical dark event but to also make the customary petty speeches aimed to tickle people’s ears....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/unlock-low-fares-while-traveling-in-the-summer-with-wizz
Wizz Air, Europe’s largest and the most sustainable airline globally*, announces that Cyprus has officially joined the rest of the countries in offering WIZZ MultiPass, Europe's first flight subscription plan....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-unveils-world-s-largest-hurricane-proof-turbine
Imagine a wind turbine so advanced it can withstand hurricanes and typhoons while harnessing their immense power to generate electricity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-condemns-greek-minister-s-remarks-on-cyprus-anniversary
Turkey has reacted to comments made by Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias during his visit to Cyprus on Monday, marking the 50th anniversary of the 1974 coup that overthrew the government of then-president Archbishop Makarios and paved the way for the Turkish invasion of the Mediterranean island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-tech-professionals-flock-to-cyprus-despite-sanctions
A recent study by the PACE think tank has underscored the profound transformation of Cyprus' economy amid Western sanctions and the aftermath......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-will-build-a-naval-base-in-mari-with-greek-support
The Minister of Defense, Vasilis Palmas, confirmed reports regarding the construction of a naval base in Mari, during an interview on SPOR FM 95’s ''Diaspora News.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/july-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-cyprus-securities-and-exchange-commission
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-and-israel-fund-far-right-groups-blocking-gaza-aid
Under U.S. pressure, Israel has pledged to deliver substantial humanitarian aid to Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-greece-commit-to-eastern-med-security
Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-don-t-come-here-just-to-take-video
“Many afternoons, I look at the opening between the trees and think, I’d like to go there too, but I know I can’t...'' says the 15-year-old from...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-s-21st-store-in-paphos-boosts-cyprus-retail-battle
Almost 15 years after Lidl Cyprus entered the Cypriot market, the company is set to open its 21st store in Paphos, specifically in Neon Mall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-faces-financial-hit-as-chinese-consortium-exits-energy-project
Following the public admission by Energy Minister George Papaconstantinou, the agreed separation between Cyprus' Natural Gas Infrastructure Company (ETYFA) and the Chinese consortium CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd (CMC Ltd) is imminent, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in this Sunday's printed edition of Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-citizens-set-to-travel-to-us-visa-free
The Cyprus Parliament ratified an agreement today between the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the Government of the United States of America, paving the way for Cyprus to participate in the USA Visa Waiver program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stranded-and-struggling-asylum-seekers-in-cyprus-un-buffer-zone
The UN Buffer Zone in Cyprus has become a temporary refuge for asylum seekers who arrived via Turkey, with 25 individuals currently stranded in the Aglantzia area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-lags-behind-eu-average-in-hospital-beds-per-capita
In 2022, Cyprus had significantly fewer hospital beds per person compared to the European Union (EU) average, according to Eurostat. Specifically, Cyprus had about 313 hospital beds for every 100,000 people, while the EU average was 516 beds per 100,000 people....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hidden-threat-trifluoroethanoic-acid-found-in-european-drinking-water
A recent study has uncovered a concerning issue in Europe's drinking water: the presence of trifluoroethanoic acid (TFA), a chemical that current tests don't detect. The study, conducted by PAN Europe, found TFA in tap water and bottled mineral water across several European countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-exports-decline-sharply-while-imports-see-a-modest-rise
Cyprus saw its trade deficit grow in May 2024, largely due to a significant drop in exports and a slight increase in imports, according to recent data from the Cyprus Statistical Service. The trade deficit for May 2024 was €693.4 million, up from €578.2 million in May 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-ranks-among-top-innovators-in-europe
Among the best-performing countries in terms of innovation between 2023 and 2024 is Cyprus, according to the latest European Commission data....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-eu-in-home-sales-by-31
Home sales in Cyprus surged by 31% in 2023 compared to the previous year, the highest increase among European Union countries, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU's statistical service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/dangerous-populism
Last month, Nikos Christodoulides opened a tough front with the United Nations, raising questions about his intentions and concerns about the political implications of his bravado...
