https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-to-visit-occupied-cyprus-amid-headscarf-backlash
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he’ll soon visit the occupied north of Cyprus, following a wave of backlash over reported restrictions on the headscarf in the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), which only Turkey recognizes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-youtuber-sparks-racism-row-at-ledra-checkpoint
A Turkish Cypriot social media figure has ignited a storm online after he was denied entry into the Republic-controlled areas of Cyprus, posting a fiery video accusing crossing point workers of racism and discrimination against Turkish Cypriots....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-upholds-denial-of-cypriot-citizenship-to-individual-from-mixed-marriage
The Supreme Constitutional Court of Cyprus has upheld a decision to deny citizenship to a woman born in the Turkish-occupied north of the island, highlighting national security concerns linked to her parentage in a mixed marriage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/echr-ruling-exposes-cypriot-justice-failures-in-gang-rape-case
A ruling by the European Court of Human Rights has exposed serious flaws in the Cypriot justice system regarding a British teenager’s gang rape allegation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-submits-report-on-gender-equality-and-anti-discrimination-measures
The Republic of Cyprus has submitted its 9th Periodic Report on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-teachers-protest-delayed-salaries-and-discrimination
Turkish Cypriot teachers in the government-controlled area of Cyprus are voicing their frustration over delayed salaries, diminished social rights, and lack of support from their unions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-fight-for-dignity-new-proposal-seeks-to-end-hate-speech-against-the-elderly-and-disabled
Cyprus Parliament is considering a proposal to criminalize hate speech and incitement to violence against individuals based on age or disability....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-signs-order-banning-transgender-women-from-women-s-sports
In a controversial move that’s stirring up strong opinions across the country, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to ban transgender women from competing in women’s sports. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cambridge-law-student-sues-over-phd-failure
A Cambridge University law student has filed a lawsuit against the prestigious institution, claiming disability discrimination after failing his PhD and delaying his career as a barrister....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/starbucks-new-rule-no-coffee-no-entry
Starbucks is set to roll out a new policy requiring customers to make a purchase if they wish to linger in its cafes or use its bathrooms. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elpis-is-a-lifeline-for-victims-of-domestic-violence
The “ELPIS” application, designed specifically for victims of domestic violence at high risk, will become operational in the coming days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-conspiracy-surrounding-the-alleged-woke-agenda
"It certainly seems like the world is going a little crazy right now," Donald Trump remarked last week during his visit to France for the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hungarian-women-held-over-€58-5m-property-case
Two women, aged 61 and 53, are facing serious charges tied to the alleged illegal sale of Greek Cypriot properties worth €58.5 million in the occupied areas of Akanthos, Ayios Ambrosios, and Kalograia. ...
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/news/racist-attack-on-indian-delivery-worker-under-investigation-in-limassol
A 28-year-old Indian food distributor was attacked on Thursday night in what authorities are investigating as a racially motivated assault. The incident occurred around 10:30 PM in the Ayios Athanasios area of Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministers-back-lgbtqi-strategy-in-cyprus
The Cyprus Council of Ministers approved Wednesday the creation of a National Strategy focused on the LGBTQI community. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/israel-slams-un-chief-in-unprecedented-diplomatic-clash
This might be one of the harshest criticisms ever directed at United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. It’s not just the fact that Israel declared him a ''persona non grata,'' banning him from the country, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-municipality-criticised-over-access-for-disability-card-holders
Cyprus’ Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights, Maria Stylianou-Lottidou, has urged the Union of Municipalities, the Union of Communities, and the Department of Social Integration of Persons......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/france-accused-of-racist-discrimination-over-olympic-hijab-ban
France is under fire for barring its athletes from wearing hijabs at the upcoming Paris Olympics, a move critics call 'racist gender discrimination'....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-pushes-for-equal-religious-access-across-cyprus
Representatives of the U.S. Embassy met with officials from the Ministries of Interior, Foreign Affairs, and Justice of the Republic of Cyprus to discuss religious......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/visually-impaired-paralympian-blocked-from-competing-due-to-uk-guide-dog-policy
A Paralympic swimmer set to compete in this summer’s Games says his career is at risk after post-Brexit policy changes barred him from flying in and out of the UK with his guide dog....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/japan-israeli-tourist-s-hotel-reservation-canceled-over-war-crimes
A hotel in Kyoto allegedly canceled an Israeli tourist’s reservation citing “war crimes,” prompting criticism from local officials who condemned the move as a violation of regulations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kyriakides-announces-eu-allocation-of-€11m-to-bridge-mental-health-gaps
In a recent announcement coinciding with European Mental Health Week, EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides revealed......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/protesters-rally-against-police-brutality-and-bias
A peaceful demonstration unfolded Saturday at noon in Eleftheria Square, driven by the African Community in Cyprus and bolstered by allied organizations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-blurred-lines-between-the-church-state-and-scandal-in-cyprus
Last week, amid the shadow of scandals in the Church, ELAM President Christos Christou ensured to provide full coverage to Metropolitan Isaias, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/canada-turns-down-plea-for-apology-to-british-abused-kids
The Canadian government has turned down the latest plea for an apology to British children who endured abuse while in the country....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-water-board-official-accused-of-sexual-harassment
A senior official at the Nicosia Water Board is under scrutiny following allegations of sexual harassment in multiple incidents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/employers-face-legal-action-if-menopausal-women-s-needs-ignored
In a bid to address workplace challenges faced by menopausal women, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has issued guidance asserting that employers may face legal consequences if they fail to make ''reasonable adjustments.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mps-call-for-unity-against-divisive-forces-on-holocaust-remembrance-day
The plenary of the House of Representatives paid on Thursday tribute to the victims of the Holocaust, on the occasion of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-top-employer-in-cyprus-also-in-2024
Lidl Cyprus is the Top Employer for the 7th consecutive year in Cyprus and Europe, according to the results of the internationally recognized independent organization Top Employer Institute....
