https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-of-cyprus-returns-to-london-for-investment-talks
Just two months after its last visit to the heart of investment interest, the Bank of Cyprus is making waves again in London....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-soldiers-shout-and-curse-in-wake-of-agios-dometios-incident
The mayor of Agios Dometios, Mr. Kostas Petrou, spoke to 24news about the serious incident involving the violation of the buffer zone by the Turkish army on Monday afternoon (27/11)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-abruptly-cancels-meeting-with-greek-pm-over-parthenon-dispute
In a sudden turn of events, a diplomatic rift has surfaced between the British and Greek governments, revolving around the Parthenon Sculptures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/qatar-s-investment-gurus-plan-cyprus-expedition
A team from Qatar's various investment funds will visit to Cyprus to explore the country's investment prospects in the infrastructure, energy and tourism sectors, the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides said today, in statements after a meeting he held with the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecologists-take-on-cat-poisoning-and-feed-container-destruction
George Perdikis, the newly elected President of the Ecologist Movement, engaged in discussions with the Provincial Police Director on Monday, November 27, to address issues related to the management of complaints regarding cat feeding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/chevron-granted-extension-for-crucial-aphrodite-field-proposal-submission
Chevron has successfully obtained an extension until Friday, December 1, to submit a crucial letter detailing its plans for the development of the ''Aphrodite'' field,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-and-emir-of-qatar-tackle-middle-east-developments
In a significant diplomatic move, President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus met with Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha during his official visit to Qatar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/partial-reports-of-recent-cyberattacks-in-cyprus-to-be-made-public
Commissioner for Personal Data Protection, Irene Loizidou Nicolaidou, informed the Parliament's Finance Committee that reports on cyberattacks targeting the Land Registry, University of Cyprus, and Open University...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ethical-issues-hang-heavy-on-controversial-organ-retrieval-method-in-donors
A heated controversy has erupted among major hospitals in New York City over a groundbreaking heart retrieval method for organ donors, exposing ethical concerns surrounding the delicate balance between life and death in medical practice....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deputy-minister-set-to-redefine-european-affairs
The Plenary of the Cyprus Parliament unanimously passed a law on Thursday providing for the appointment and powers of the Deputy Minister to the President for European Affairs, for the purposes of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Cyprus assumes the rotating Presidency in 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ai-sam-altman
Upon his return to OpenAI following a five-day exile, the controversy surrounding Sam Altman's removal appeared to stem from concerns related to a potential breakthrough in OpenAI's pursuit of artificial general intelligence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-advocates-two-state-solution-in-london-meetings
Ersin Tatar, the Turkish Cypriot leader, recently engaged with British MPs and members of the Turkish Cypriot community in London. Discussing the "two-state solution," Tatar emphasized Turkey's unwavering support for this approach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-honest-state
Whenever Cyprus becomes the focus of an international journalistic investigation, the perception within the media, political circles, and civil society follows a familiar pattern: initial anticipation or curiosity, followed by a few days of discussion about the country's reputation and questionable practices. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tunnels-under-al-shifa-hospital-built-by-israel-says-former-pm
In a recent CNN interview, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak made a startling revelation, acknowledging that Israel had played a role in constructing bunkers beneath Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital several decades ago. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-bank-rakes-in-€240-7m-in-2023-s-first-9-months
Hellenic Bank announced on Tuesday a profit of €240.7 million for the first 9 months of 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dipa-to-slash-red-light-ticket-costs
For what is provided in the bill submitted before the Transport Committee of the House of Representatives to adjust the prices of fines from the fixed cameras, spoke to 'K,' the MP of DIPA, Marinos Mousiuttas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-leads-cyprus-confidential-talks
A momentous event is currently underway at the Presidential Palace, as President Nicos Christodoulides presides over a crucial meeting addressing the enigmatic ''Cyprus Confidential.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-anticipates-release-of-hostages-by-hamas
In a promising development, Israel's ambassador to the US, Michael Herzog, revealed that Hamas might release a substantial number of Israeli hostages ''in coming days.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/navigating-gaza-cyprus-confidential-and-financial-turbulence
Discussions on the regional and global implications of the war in Gaza, on tighter anti-money laundering rules in light of the “Cyprus confidential” investigation but also on the lack of adequate legislative follow-up to Parliament’s inquiry into the use of spyware, are on the agenda of the European Parliament session taking place this week in Strasbourg....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-advances-humanitarian-corridor-to-gaza-seeks-israeli-collaboration
The Republic of Cyprus remains committed to establishing a maritime humanitarian corridor for delivering aid to Gaza, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/solidarity-it-is-in-our-interests
During this Middle East crisis, the public debate in Cyprus surpasses the stereotypical reactions of the nation, going beyond irresponsible traders, processors, laundries, and services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/create-a-superministry-to-reduce-bureaucracy
In Cyprus, the proliferation of committees, excessive bureaucracy, and overlapping responsibilities of high-ranking officials have reached unprecedented levels, especially when problems are on the rise....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-plenary-votes-on-teleworking-bill-what-s-at-stake
In a decisive move, the House plenary convened this afternoon to cast their votes on a groundbreaking teleworking bill, aiming to establish a robust framework for regulating working conditions in the evolving landscape of remote employment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/icij-shakes-up-european-parliament
The findings of the Cyprus Confidential investigation by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) will be discussed on Wednesday during the Plenary of the European Parliament which will be held in Strasbourg, in the presence of representatives of the Commission and the Council of the EU....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/idf-s-fuel-ban-in-gaza-stirs-global-debate
In a recent discussion on Israel's strategy, Maj. Gen. Tamir Hayman, head of Israel's Institute for National Security Studies, clarified the IDF's stance on humanitarian aid in Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-direct-intervention-in-israel-conflict-says-iran-s-leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran will continue supporting Hamas but will not intervene directly - Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader
Iran’s supreme leader told the head of Hamas in a face-to-face meeting in Tehran that his country would not enter the war with Israel and accused the terror group of not giving any prior warning of the Oct 7 attacks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/can-vital-debates-survive-a-20-minute-showdown
How meaningful can an in-depth debate on a crucial topic occur in just 20 minutes?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/surging-airbnb-revenues-by-27-in-occupied-territories
For 2022 alone, there has been a 27% increase in Airbnb income in the occupied territories, with the annual amount per accommodation reaching 24 thousand....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/e-kalathi-s-game-changing-bill-on-the-house-floor
Before the House Trade Committee, the bill proposing the creation of the e-kalathi electronic platform was revisited, with no external attendees.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-pledges-humanitarian-aid-to-gaza-from-their-bases-in-cyprus
In a significant foreign policy address at the Lord Mayor's dinner, UK Prime Minister Rissy Shunak announced plans to use British bases in Cyprus for transporting humanitarian aid to Gaza....
