https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/america-decides-today-key-points-on-the-us-election
In one of the most pivotal U.S. elections in recent decades, the nation heads to the polls today as Kamala Harris faces off against Donald Trump. The race appears tight, polarizing American society while drawing worldwide attention. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/boc-fintech-hackathon-5-0-fintech-ideas-that-can-change-the-world
The number of registrations exceeded all expectations since more than 200 people and more than 25 teams participated....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/will-we-choose-unity-or-division
Today, as Americans head to the polls, I find myself reflecting on what my country means to me, even from my home here in Cyprus. I was born in Phoenix, Arizona (a largely Republican-leaning state), to a Filipino mother and an American father with British roots, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-2024-deadline-to-align-with-eu-regulations-on-foreign-investments
Cyprus faces a deadline by the end of 2024 to align with the European regulation governing large foreign investments....
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/news/weather-holds-steady-with-afternoon-clouds
A weak low-pressure system will temporarily influence Cyprus' weather today, bringing mainly clear skies but a chance of isolated showers in mountainous areas by afternoon.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-election-countdown-what-s-at-stake-for-cyprus-and-europe
With the U.S. election just a day away, the world is on edge. This isn’t just a choice between two candidates; it's about the future direction of the United States and how that might echo across the globe, including in Europe and Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-american-community-in-queens-divided-as-us-election-stirs-deep-tensions
In Astoria, Queens—a long-standing Greek-American hub—the upcoming U.S. election has created deep rifts in a typically tight-knit community....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/whether-its-kamala-or-trump-greece-is-confident-in-us-relations
As Greece watches Tuesday's U.S. presidential election, officials in Athens believe the country’s relationship with the U.S. will remain steady regardless of who wins, Kamala Harris or Donald Trump. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-monitors-us-presidential-election-for-global-impacts
Like every other government, Greece’s is closely following Tuesday’s US presidential election and its possible repercussions for global relations and diplomacy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/volcano-eruption-in-indonesia-leaves-10-dead
A powerful eruption at Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki spewed lava and ash over 6,500 feet into the air just after midnight, killing at least 10 people and destroying homes, including a Catholic convent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/filipino-seafarers-fight-for-equal-pay-in-billion-euro-shipping-industry
In a significant case highlighting wage disparities in the maritime industry, a Filipino seafarer is challenging the unequal pay practices faced by workers from Southeast Asia compared to their European counterparts in the Netherlands....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cypriot-society-divided-over-christodoulides-high-profile-visit-with-biden
Last Sunday, as President Nikos Christodoulides faced internal scrutiny over his decision to address transparency in the institution's fund, managed by the First Lady, and the sudden transfer of Treasury Director General George Pantelis, an unexpected invitation made headlines....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-investigate-sexual-abuse-case-involving-nicosia-schoolgirl
Nicosia authorities are investigating a serious case of sexual abuse involving a 17-year-old girl. The incident, which occurred last September, came to light when the victim reported it to her parents, who promptly contacted the police....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-watches-u-s-election-as-it-pursues-defense-autonomy
As the U.S. holds its presidential election, Greece closely monitors the outcome, knowing it will influence the country’s defense and foreign policy ties with Washington. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-achieves-record-€4-7-billion-in-exports-continuing-years-long-growth
Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry George Papanastasiou praised the expanding momentum in the Cypriot export activity, stressing that in 2023 exports rose by an annual 38% continuing their steady rising trend of the past years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-happens-if-trump-and-harris-end-up-in-a-tie
In the lead-up to the 2024 election, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are neck and neck in national polls and key swing states....
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/peruvian-football-match-turns-deadly-as-lightning-strike-kills-player-injures-four
A local football tournament in the Peruvian city of Huancayo ended in heartbreak as lightning struck the field, killing one player and leaving another in critical condition.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-real-estate-market-falters-as-october-sales-drop-6
With just two months left in the year, October has shown that, despite some resilience, the market remains unable to inspire optimism. Economic indicators for the average household have not sparked an uptick in investment interest, and the ongoing geopolitical instability is growing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-weeks-of-the-german-language-2024
The Embassies of Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and the Goethe-Institut Cyprus organize for the 8th consecutive year ''The Weeks of the German Language'' from the 1st to the 26th of November 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/quincy-jones-the-music-legend-who-changed-pop-and-philanthropy-dies-at-91
Quincy Jones, the iconic music producer and cultural force, died at his Los Angeles home at 91, surrounded by family. Over his long career, Jones shaped the music industry, working with stars like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Ray Charles and leaving behind an unparalleled catalog of hits.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/19-attacks-on-foreign-delivery-workers-spark-crackdown-on-racist-violence
Attacks against foreign food delivery workers in Cyprus have surged recently, with eleven incidents reported in Limassol during October 2024 alone, according to Kathimerini's Christos Bouris....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/outrage-as-iranian-student-detained-after-stripping-to-protest-hijab-law
Amnesty International is calling for the immediate release of a university student reportedly detained in Tehran after allegedly protesting Iran’s mandatory hijab laws by stripping to her underwear....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kamala-s-surprise-snl-cameo-sparks-controversy-over-equal-airtime
It’s nothing new. Presidents and presidential candidates popping up on Saturday Night Live to win over voters. And if you tuned in the other night, you saw Vice President Kamala Harris make a surprise appearance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/storm-wreaks-havoc-in-limassol-and-paphos-floods-hospital-and-damages-farms
A powerful storm on Saturday brought significant damage to Cyprus, with Limassol and Paphos provinces hit hardest....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-s-king-pelted-with-eggs-amid-fury-over-flood-response-in-valencia
Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia faced an angry backlash during a visit to the flood-ravaged Valencia region on Monday, where crowds hurled eggs and booed as they met with residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fatal-fire-at-aradippou-factory-leaves-one-dead
A fire that broke out Sunday morning at a two-story styrofoam factory in the Aradippou Free Industrial Zone has turned tragic after a severely charred body was discovered on the ground floor....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-rain-and-thunderstorms-expected
Today's forecast calls for mostly clear skies across much of the island, though residents in northeastern areas may see patches of increased cloud cover, with a chance of isolated showers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tgi-fridays-files-for-bankruptcy-to-keep-brand-afloat
TGI Fridays, the American casual dining brand famous for its lively atmosphere and happy-hour tradition, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it grapples with the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic....
