https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mfa-reinstates-overseas-cypriots-service
The Service for Overseas and Repatriated Cypriots is reintegrated into the structure of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following a relevant decision of the Council of Ministers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/archbishop-george-calls-for-thorough-investigation-into-monastery-scandal
Archbishop George of Cyprus has issued a statement addressing the scandal surrounding the Avvakum Monastery, expressing his commitment to a thorough investigation into the matter....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/kedipes-successfully-sells-€58-4m-portfolio-to-reduce-debt
The Cyprus Asset Management Company (KEDIPES) announced Thursday the successful completion of a sale of performing and restructured loan portfolios to Bank of Cyprus Public Company Limited, with a combined gross book value of €58.4 million as of December 31, 2022....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-spokesman-updates-avvakoum-monastery-investigation
Police Spokesman Christos Andreou provided updates on the ongoing investigation into the Monastery of Saint Abbacum, highlighting significant developments in the case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/afp-humanitarian-aid-ship-spotted-off-gaza-coast
In a significant development, the first aid vessel en route to the Gaza Strip through a recently established maritime corridor has been spotted off the coast of the conflict-stricken territory, according to an AFP journalist's report....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-bust-unveils-alleged-money-laundering-operation
In a targeted operation, Limassol's Organized Crime Unit (OPE) swooped in on a suspected money laundering operation, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of significant sums of cash....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vassilikos-lng-project-defenders-hit-back-amid-accusations
In response to mounting skepticism, the CMC Administration issued a resolute defense of the CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd's ability to undertake the Vasilikos LNG Receiving and Regasification Terminal project. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alleged-accomplice-arrested-in-€7-8m-money-laundering-case
Authorities in Cyprus have identified a potential accomplice in the high-profile money laundering case involving a 31-year-old Ukrainian woman. The woman,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-president-george-vassiliou-hospitalized
Former President of the Republic, George Vassiliou, was admitted to Nicosia General Hospital on Thursday night due to a health issue, according to sources familiar with the situation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sunshine-showers-and-serenity
Expect a partly cloudy day with occasional clouds passing by. Isolated showers and brief thunderstorms are likely, particularly in the western and northern regions initially, spreading gradually to mountainous areas and the eastern half of the island. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-rocked-by-abbey-sandal
Cyprus is grappling with the fallout from a series of unsettling revelations involving the Abbey of Avvakum, a scandal that has implicated the state, the Church of Cyprus, and the nation’s political sphere, raising serious questions about oversight, responsibility, and the need for swift action....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-troops-en-route-to-gaza-to-construct-humanitarian-aid-pier
In a pivotal effort to deliver urgently needed humanitarian aid to Gaza, hundreds of U.S. troops are mobilizing to construct a substantial floating pier off the war-torn enclave's coast. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-denies-beating-allegations-claims-video-doctored
In response to the recent release of a video by Sigma's ''Protoselido'' show, depicting an alleged altercation at the Holy Monastery of Saint Avvakoum in Fterikoudi, a woman featured in the footage has come forward with her version of events....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-to-ft-aid-to-gaza-was-a-moral-duty
The President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides has told the Financial Times that it was a “moral duty” to pursue the delivery of aid to Gaza via the sea....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aid-ship-on-track-to-reach-gaza-before-noon-tomorrow
The World Central Kitchen's vessel, ''Open Arms,'' laden with crucial humanitarian aid bound for Gaza, is proceeding smoothly and is anticipated to reach its destination before noon tomorrow, announced Foreign Ministry spokesman Theodoros Gotsis on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2-of-homes-in-cyprus-used-as-airbnb-accommodations
A recent report reveals that a staggering 2% of homes in Cyprus are being utilized as accommodations on Airbnb, highlighting concerns about housing availability and regulatory oversight. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-115-surge-in-dialysis-patients
Cyprus is grappling with a concerning rise in the number of patients suffering from end-stage chronic kidney disease, with over 1,200 individuals currently undergoing auxiliary therapy such as hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monk-caught-beating-woman-in-shocking-video
Scandal continues to plague the Church of Cyprus as a video surfaced depicting a disturbing incident at the Holy Monastery of Saint Avakoum in Fterikoudi. In the footage brought to light by Sigma and the show "Protoselido," a monk can be seen physically assaulting a woman....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-mayor-updates-un-envoy-on-bi-communal-trust-building-projects
Nicosia Mayor Constantinos Yiorkadjis met with UN Secretary General's Personal Envoy María Ángela Holguín Cuéllar during her ongoing visit to Cyprus...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-simplifies-work-permit-rules-for-third-country-nationals
The European Parliament recently voted on new rules for non-EU citizens who want to work and live in the EU. These rules aim to simplify the process of obtaining a work and residence permit....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-allocates-€11-7m-for-training-and-job-opportunities
The cabinet greenlit two initiatives on Wednesday aimed at bolstering employment and training opportunities for 1,265 individuals who are currently unemployed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/another-record-year-for-cablenet
For yet another year, Cablenet has achieved double-digit revenue growth. Specifically, in 2023, it reached €74.3 million compared to €63.9 million in 2022...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobank-expands-to-india-via-cyprus
Eurobank, a leading Greek financial institution, is poised to establish a representative office in Mumbai, India's bustling financial hub, signaling its strategic foray into the Indian market. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-diplomatic-accord-for-gaza-aid-fund
In a significant move to bolster humanitarian assistance to Gaza, ministers from Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Qatar, the United States, and a representative ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-level-consortium-official-to-visit-cyprus-amid-lng-terminal-project-stalemate
A senior official from the consortium responsible for the construction of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal at Vassilikos is expected to visit Cyprus this week, announced George Papanastasiou...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ec-dispatches-team-to-strengthen-gaza-aid-effort
The European Commission has so far sent five officials to Cyprus, in the context of its operational support to the maritime humanitarian corridor to Gaza initiative, a spokesperson said on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weak-low-pressure-brings-mixed-conditions
Today's weather is influenced by a weak low-pressure system. In the western region, the day starts with patchy clouds, which may lead to occasional, light rain showers. However, the rest of the island will enjoy mainly sunny skies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/european-parliament-approves-landmark-regulation-on-ai-use
In a landmark decision, the European Parliament Plenary in Strasbourg voted today to approve a new regulation aimed at safeguarding fundamental rights, democracy, the rule of law,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bishop-isaiah-of-tamassos-faces-church-inquiry
The decision by the Synodal Court to expand the scope of investigations into moral offenses allegedly committed by monks of the Monastery of Saint Abbacum brings a new dimension to the scandal shaking the Church....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/usa-house-votes-on-bill-to-ban-tiktok-over-national-security-worries
The House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday aiming to initiate a nationwide ban on the widely popular video app TikTok, unless its China-based owner sells the platform. ...
