https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-day-another-corruption-storm-as-president-slams-auditor-s-claims
Once again, Cyprus finds itself in the shadow of controversy, with fresh corruption claims raising eyebrows across the political spectrum. This time, the storm centers around an events venue in Nicosia — and whether the President himself had anything to do with how it got its license....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-one-of-the-world-s-lowest-u-s-visa-rejection-rates-—-and-that-s-a-big-deal
Cyprus is inching closer to landing a spot in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, and there’s one big reason why: it now has one of the lowest U.S. visa rejection rates in the world....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-of-cyprus-buys-out-ethniki-insurance-in-€29-5m-deal
The Bank of Cyprus is making a bold move to strengthen its footprint in the island’s insurance market, announcing today that it has signed a binding agreement to acquire 100% of Ethniki Cyprus Insurance Ltd....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/mortgage-rates-dip-in-cyprus-but-we-re-still-paying-more-than-the-rest-of-europe
Mortgage interest rates in Cyprus dipped slightly in February, offering some relief to prospective homeowners, but don't pop the champagne just yet. Despite the modest cuts, borrowing in Cyprus remains noticeably more expensive than in the rest of the Eurozone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cautious-optimism-for-easter-bookings-in-cyprus
Tourism officials are expressing cautious optimism about Cyprus’ 2025 Easter holiday season, with early bookings and rising airport traffic pointing to another strong year for the island’s travel sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/they-re-kissing-my-ass-trump-boasts-about-trade-talks-video
In true Donald Trump fashion, the former U.S. President lit a firestorm overnight, not with policy, but with his words....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-strikes-back-at-trump-s-tariffs-opens-door-to-china
The European Union is firing back at Washington’s trade aggression with its own round of tariffs, as Brussels prepares a united front in response to former President Donald Trump’s protectionist push....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-offered-zero-for-zero-tariff-deal-before-trump-s-trade-war
The European Union says it tried to stop a trade war before it started, offering Donald Trump a clean-slate deal to scrap tariffs on cars and a bunch of industrial goods. But the U.S. didn’t bite. Now the EU is done waiting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/counting-down-to-easter-and-still-battling-the-dust
It’s only Tuesday, but we’re already dreaming of chocolate eggs, family feasts, and a few glorious days off. Easter break is creeping closer, and with a bit of luck, so is some decent weather. We just have to survive the week—and that includes dealing with the one thing we didn’t ask for: more dust....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-tariff-blitz-threatens-cyprus-push-for-u-s-investments
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s dramatic declaration of a ''Liberation” Day'', marked by the sudden imposition of 20% tariffs on imports from the European Union, as well as from Japan, India, Switzerland and China, has sent shockwaves across global markets and ignited fresh fears of a prolonged U.S.-Europe economic standoff....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/german-woman-accused-of-illegally-handling-greek-cypriot-property-challenges-arrest-procedures
A German real estate agent accused of illegally dealing in Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied areas has challenged the legality of her arrest and search....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-unveils-$5m-‘trump-card-for-citizenship-is-it-right-out-of-the-cyprus-playbook
In classic Trump fashion, the president made headlines yet again—this time mid-air aboard Air Force One—by unveiling a new “Trump Card” aimed at wealthy foreign investors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-mayor-no-plans-to-cancel-u-of-cyprus-lease-for-faneromeni-school
The lease agreement allowing the University of Cyprus to use the historic Faneromeni School building will not be canceled, Nicosia Mayor Charalambos Prontzos confirmed to K on Monday, dismissing speculation about a potential change of plans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/toyota-opens-emergency-center-for-takata-airbag-replacements
Toyota Cyprus has announced the opening of a dedicated emergency center at the Cyprus State Fair in Nicosia starting April 7. The goal? To accelerate the replacement of faulty TAKATA airbags in thousands of Toyota vehicles imported from non-European markets without official Toyota approval....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/millions-spent-promises-made—but-children-still-suffer-in-silence
''What’s the goal here? To have food on the table for a day or two, or to ensure there's always food on the table?''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-courts-u-s-investors-in-energy-tech-and-finance
Cyprus is making a bold push to attract American investment, with President Nicos Christodoulides leading a high-profile delegation to the United States....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hungarian-defendant-admits-to-selling-greek-cypriot-land-in-occupied-areas
A Hungarian national has pleaded guilty to illegally advertising and selling Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied north, marking the first admission in a high-profile land usurpation case....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/breaking-news-cyprus-becomes-america-s-51st-state-sfter-canada-says-‘no
In a stunning turn of events, Cyprus is officially set to become the 51st state of the United States of America....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alpha-services-acquires-axia-ventures
Alpha Services and Holdings has announced an agreement to acquire AXIA Ventures Group, aiming to form the leading investment banking and capital markets company in Greece and Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drugs-violence-and-fear-as-cyprus-schools-face-growing-crisis
Concerns are mounting over increasing drug use, violence, and delinquency in Cyprus' schools, with experts and officials warning that urgent action is needed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/should-european-tourists-be-worried-about-taking-a-road-trip-in-the-u-s
For many Europeans, a road trip through the U.S. has long been a bucket-list experience—crossing vast landscapes, exploring iconic cities, and discovering the country’s diverse culture....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/it-s-a-new-chapter-for-the-revamped-byzantine-museum-of-nicosia
The much-awaited renovation of the Byzantine Museum of the Archbishop Makarios III Foundation, which first opened its doors in 1982, is finally complete. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/primary-schools-struggling-with-overcrowding-maintenance-issues-and-delinquency
Primary schools in Larnaca city and district are facing mounting challenges that threaten students' safety, education quality, and overall well-being. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/boc-seeks-to-acquire-ethniki-insurance-s-cyprus-subsidiary
Bank of Cyprus is moving forward with the acquisition of Ethniki Insurance’s Cyprus subsidiary, having entered exclusive negotiations for its purchase....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-finds-himself-in-a-crappy-situation-after-falling-into-septic-tank
Sometimes, life just falls through… literally. That was the case for one unfortunate man who found himself in a rather crappy situation when he fell into a septic tank in Alhambra Tuesday morning....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-awaits-moscow-s-response-to-us-ukraine-ceasefire-deal
After marathon talks in Saudi Arabia between the United States and Ukraine, the stage is now set for a potential shift in the ongoing war with Russia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cracking-down-on-animal-cruelty-tougher-penalties-on-the-horizon
In a hopeful step toward stronger animal protection, Cyprus' Attorney General has urged the Minister of Justice to toughen penalties for animal abuse, making the law a true deterrent for offenders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-theatre-festival-defends-dialogue-amid-fabre-backlash
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-uncertain-future-as-electricity-link-with-greece-stalls
The ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking the electricity grids of Greece and Cyprus through an underwater cable, has been indefinitely suspended due to geopolitical tensions and financial uncertainties. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/global-fintech-investment-falls-to-seven-year-low-of-$95-6-billion-in-2024-but-uptick-in-q4-24-is-a-sign-of-cautious-optimism-says-kpmg-s-pulse-of-fintech-h2-24
2024 was another difficult year for fintech, with just $95.6 billion of investment globally across 4,639 deals....