https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/america-s-airports-finally-win-the-restroom-race
After a decade-long slump, American airports are celebrating a resurgence in restroom excellence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/can-high-speed-trains-boost-birth-rates-in-south-korea
In a bold move to combat its plummeting birth rates, South Korea has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative: the Great Train eXpress (GTX)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/200-brits-rejected-daily-due-to-passport-rules
Simon Calder, a travel correspondent at the Independent, highlights a concerning trend: approximately 200 UK nationals face rejection at EU airports......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspect-nabbed-in-high-stakes-cable-heist
Authorities have cracked down on a brazen cable theft operation, culminating in the arrest of a 33-year-old suspect from Limassol, thrusting the sleepy village of Kandou into the spotlight of criminal intrigue.
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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-central-bank-holds-1-buffer-rate-to-safeguard-banks
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has maintained the countercyclical buffer (CCyB) rate to be observed by commercial banks at 1%, with effect as of June 2, 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-court-sentences-man-to-10-years-for-rape-conviction
The Permanent Criminal Court of Larnaca imposed sentences today on a 67-year-old man, with the highest being 10 years for the crime of raping a woman.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tougher-regulations-loom-for-tobacco-heat-sticks-in-europe
European governments are weighing the introduction of tougher rules on cigarette makers’ new zero-tobacco heat sticks, moving to close the loopholes they were designed to exploit just months after their launch.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mykonos-faces-tourism-crisis-amid-declining-numbers
Despite promising signs for other parts of the country as regards the number of flights and seat bookings for the 2024 tourism season, Mykonos is seeing a decline in both indices for the second year in a row.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-ambassador-takes-helm-of-us-propeller-club-in-limassol
In a significant announcement, the Propeller Club of the United States, Limassol, revealed that the Ambassador of the United States of America to the Republic of Cyprus,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-fbi-in-cyprus
By enlisting the help of the FBI – as announced recently – Cyprus is making an effort to deal with the problem of corruption that has been a blight on the country’s reputation for so many years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/are-you-ready-to-lose-an-hour-of-sleep
Get ready to adjust your clocks because daylight saving time is making its comeback this Sunday, March 31st....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-seeks-public-input-on-migrant-integration-action-plan
The Ministry of Interior is seeking public feedback on a comprehensive plan to integrate third-country nationals residing legally in the country....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/banks-february-deposits-rise-by-€65-4-million
Total deposits in February recorded a significant net increase by €65.4 million following a decrease of €366.0 million in the previous month......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-s-night-sky-lights-up-with-pink-martini-s-30th-anniversary-tour
A delightful musical cocktail in the heart of summer!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/halloumi-wins-reprieve-as-eu-grants-five-year-transition-period
Cyprus' iconic Halloumi cheese remains a protected designation of origin (PDO) after the European Union granted a crucial five-year grace period to comply with production specifications....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/second-aid-ship-the-jennifer-to-depart-for-gaza-on-saturday
The second ship transporting humanitarian aid to Gaza as part of the Amalthea project is likely to depart from Larnaca on Saturday, according to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-industrial-output-soars-with-4-2-surge
Cyprus’ Industrial Production Index surged to 99.5 units (base year 2021=100), marking an annual increase of 4.2% compared to the same period in 2023, according to data released on Thursday by the Statistical Service of Cyprus.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netherlands-makes-history-as-the-first-country-to-wipe-out-stray-dogs
In a landmark achievement, the Netherlands has become the world's first country to eradicate the issue of stray dogs, setting a global benchmark in animal welfare practices. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/journalist-who-filmed-navalny-s-last-video-now-in-police-custody
In a troubling development for press freedom in Russia, Antonina Favorskaya, a journalist renowned for her coverage of opposition leader Alexei Navalny......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legal-maneuvering-clouds-thanasis-inquest-verdict-on-may-10th
In a culmination of legal proceedings, the coroner's inquest into the death of 26-year-old national guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou concluded today, with a decision slated for May 10th.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-strengthens-social-safety-net-with-nationwide-social-worker-program
In a move aimed at bolstering the country's social safety net, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides announced a nationwide expansion of the Neighbourhood Social Workers' Programme....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-photovoltaic-systems-threaten-cyprus-electricity-grid
In a recent interview on SPOR FM, Christina Papadopoulou, the spokesperson for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), addressed concerns over the proliferation of illegal photovoltaic systems installed by individuals in homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/european-parliament-president-to-visit-cyprus-for-humanitarian-aid-talks
The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, is set to visit Cyprus on April 1st, where she will meet with President Nikos Christodoulidis for discussions on humanitarian aid initiatives....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/islamic-state-calls-for-terror-attacks-on-us-europe-and-israel
The Islamic State issued a stark warning on Thursday, urging its followers to target "crusaders" worldwide, singling out the United States, Europe, and Israel. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/get-ready-for-a-heatwave
Good morning, folks! We've got some exciting weather news coming your way. Weak high pressure and a hot gas mass are swooping in, promising to bring rising temperatures and plenty of sunshine to the area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kedipes-pays-state-€140m-in-largest-quarterly-sum-yet
In the largest quarterly cash repayment to the state since its inception in 2018, totaling €140 million, the Board of Directors of KEDIPES decided to proceed for the first quarter of 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dirty-fuel-suspected-in-baltimore-bridge-collapse-tragedy
Federal, state, and local authorities are launching a comprehensive investigation into the tragic Baltimore bridge collapse, focusing on various potential factors, including the possibility of contaminated fuel playing a role. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-denies-payouts-to-helios-crash-victims-families
The Court of Appeal, in a majority decision, dismissed the appeals of the children of two deceased passengers of the ''Helios'' airline, who sought compensation from the Republic of Cyprus for the loss of their parents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-maritime-sector-advances-amidst-ambitious-goals
''Without a doubt, we take pride in the achievements of the past 60 years. Our ambition is to set even higher targets and strengthen the competitiveness of Cypriot shipping,...
