https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-and-turkish-cypriot-experts-unite-to-combat-island-wide-plant-diseases
Greek and Turkish Cypriot experts are working together to stop the spread of harmful plant diseases that are affecting crops across the whole island. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-little-extra-for-everyone-as-pensions-get-a-new-year-s-boost
The Council of Ministers has approved an increase in pensions from the Social Insurance Fund (TKA) starting in January 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/december-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-27-12-2024
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/comment/opinion/from-cats-to-cable-cars-holiday-highlights-with-a-dose-of-sass
Two holiday snapshots stood out among the many posted during the festive season. In one, former President Nicos Anastasiades proudly poses with the ever-smiling Elias Psinakis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/palestinian-authority-shuts-down-al-jazeera-in-west-bank-amid-controversy
In a move sparking controversy and widespread criticism, the Palestinian Authority (PA) has suspended Al Jazeera's operations in the occupied West Bank. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-a-year-of-change-and-controversy-in-cyprus
2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-calls-for-new-framework-for-cyprus-talks-in-new-year-message
In his New Year message, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar focused on the ongoing Cyprus problem and the economic challenges facing the Turkish Cypriot community. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prometheas-anchored-in-malaysia-for-inspections
The LNG tanker ETYFA-Prometheas is currently stationed in the Malacca Strait, Malaysia, undergoing technical inspections, according to Energy Minister George Papanastasiou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-u-s-team-up-in-€14-7m-plan-to-upgrade-air-and-naval-bases
Cyprus is gearing up for significant upgrades to its key military bases, with U.S. specialists set to visit in January to provide recommendations for the enhancement of the Andreas Papandreou air base in Paphos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exxonmobil-to-begin-drilling-in-cyprus-eez-in-january-2025
ExxonMobil’s drilling rig is set to begin operations in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in mid-January 2025, according to Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. The rig will target the "Electra" site in Block 5, with the drilling process expected to last approximately one month....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/maha-kumbh-mela-2025-a-divine-confluence-of-faith-and-modernity
The Maha Kumbh Mela is not merely an event; it is a spiritual phenomenon deeply rooted in India's religious and cultural consciousness....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-steps-up-to-protect-religious-minorities-in-the-middle-east
In a region undergoing profound structural changes and historic power realignments, the Republic of Cyprus is not just observing the shifting dynamics, but actively seeking a role for itself in shaping the future....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-signs-major-deal-for-airport-upgrades-to-boost-passenger-traffic
Cyprus has officially signed an agreement to settle long-standing disputes over its international airports. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/december-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-13-12-2024
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/comment/opinion/cyprus-greece-market-overview-2023-2024-and-projections-for-2025-and-beyond
The market underwent significant changes from mid-2023 onwards due to several global and regional factors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-risks-losing-grip-on-interconnector-amid-french-power-move
A reported agreement between Greece’s ADMIE and French investment fund Meridiam could alter the energy landscape of the Eastern Mediterranean, especially for Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-biggest-corruption-cases-head-towards-a-verdict-in-2025
The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with several high-profile investigations nearing their conclusions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-battles-turkey-s-recognition-push-for-trnc
Cyprus’ efforts to secure strong condemnation from the European Union over Turkey's actions to upgrade the status of the self-declared ''Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus'' (TRNC) have faced significant challenges. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eib-invests-€200-million-to-modernize-cyprus-roads
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is backing Cyprus with a major boost for road infrastructure. Vice President of the EIB, Kyriakos Kakouris, is in Cyprus to sign the first part of a €200 million loan agreement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-vatican-politics-and-our-underwater-cable-a-humorous-take-on-cyprus-life
I read it, and I couldn’t believe my eyes. The Vatican is facing serious financial problems....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/inaction-and-inconsistent-pressure-threaten-our-future
The much-advertised mobility on the Cyprus problem, likely more for communication purposes than out of a genuine lack of awareness of the tragic reality, cannot, by itself, lead to a viable and mutually acceptable solution....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cattle-farmers-develop-system-to-verify-milk-origin-in-halloumi-production
The Pancyprian Organisation of Cattle Farmers (POCF), in partnership with a UK-based private laboratory, has introduced a certified method to determine if Cypriot milk is used in halloumi cheese production....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/finance-minister-signs-agreements-on-cryptocurrency-and-tax-information-sharing
Cyprus' Finance Minister, Makis Keravnos, has officially signed the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreements (MCAA) under the Global Forum of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meta-slammed-with-€250-million-fine-for-facebook-data-breach
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has been hit with a hefty fine of over €250 million (approximately £206 million) by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) due to a significant data breach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cablenet-welcomes-velisarios-masouras-as-chief-financial-officer
Cablenet is pleased to announce the appointment of Velisarios Masouras as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective November 18, 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-joins-exclusive-u-s-military-training-as-first-non-nato-country
Cyprus and the United States are taking another major step in strengthening their defense relationship....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/panagiotou-best-labor-market-performance-in-the-last-15-years
The labor market in 2024 is achieving its strongest performance in the past 15 years, driven by increased job creation, employment growth, reduced unemployment, and rising wages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/180°-turnaround
We hired communication consultants to rebuild our name and reputation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/concerns-from-the-eib-regarding-the-electric-cable-project
Critical questions surrounding the electrical interconnection of Cyprus with the European electricity network through Greece have been raised in a letter from the Chamber of Engineers (ETEK) to the Ministry of Energy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-old-gsp-redevelopment-faces-delays-but-progress-accelerates
The redevelopment of the old GSP in Nicosia, originally set to finish by November 2023, has faced delays but is now moving forward, according to a report by Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....
