https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-foreclosures-on-first-homes-until-the-end-of-2023
In a development concerning foreclosures, four months after the summer 2023 decisions, the data remains unchanged. Banks and credit redemption companies have been urged to provide a two-month grace period for first homes and properties up to 350 thousand euros. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/coroner-s-crucial-role-in-thanasis-case-sparks-intense-legal-debate
The new judge overseeing the case, following approval of the family's request to replace the previous judge, expressed a commitment to expediting the death interrogation of Thanasis Nikolaou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-races-to-accommodate-migrants-at-pournara
In response to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, the Republic of Cyprus has submitted a formal request for assistance to the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/freeze-on-home-foreclosures-likely-to-continue
As the year comes to a close, it seems likely that the freeze on foreclosures of primary homes valued up to €350k will be extended....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/labour-minister-discusses-pension-relief-proposal-on-spor-fm
Greek Minister of Labour Yannis Panagiotou addressed the proposal to exempt the basic pension from the actuarial reduction of 12% for employees with 40 years of contributions during an interview with SPOR FM and the show Diaspora News....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-braces-for-migrant-influx-by-expanding-pournara-center
The Minister of Interior, Mr. Constantinos Ioannou, has issued instructions to gradually expand the capacity of the First Reception Centre, Pournara, to accommodate a larger number of people. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/kedipes-calls-for-stability-in-foreclosure-framework-to-safeguard-borrowers-homes
Lambros Papadopoulos, Chairman of the Board of Directors of KEDIPES (Cyprus Asset Management Company), emphasized the importance of maintaining consistency in the 2018 divestment framework within the Parliament....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ecb-maintains-interest-rates-amid-tightening-impact
The European Central Bank (ECB) has opted to maintain interest rates unchanged for the first time in over a year, marking a shift following 10 consecutive rate hikes. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kedipes-prepares-60-million-euro-mortgage-to-rent-initiative
The sale of primary residences worth up to 350 thousand euros faces a potential new suspension. As of the end of October, no additional steps have been taken regarding divestments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ecommbx-a-platform-to-rule-them-all
From Day One, ECOMMBX was determined to develop the most powerful electronic payments systems, capable of offering customers seamless cross-border transactions. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-boarding-method-to-save-time-and-money
Airlines have long grappled with the challenges of efficient boarding, a process that often leads to travelers standing in lengthy queues both outside and inside the aircraft....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-support-package-under-fire-for-short-term-fixes
The government's package of support measures has been criticized by the Pancyprian Association of Consumers and Quality of Life, which claims these solutions are only temporary and patchwork....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-appeals-for-eu-coordination-on-refugee-challenges
Cyprus calls for coordinated action at the EU level to deal with a possible new influx of refugees as a result of the war between Hamas and Israel, Interior Minister, Constantinos Ioannou, said during the first day of the Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting in Luxembourg....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-highlights-success-in-reducing-migration-from-occupied-areas
Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou welcomed the announcement of the EU’s Action Plan for the management of migration in the Eastern Mediterranean, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-government-s-new-measures-will-cut-power-bills
The President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, announced a total of 11 measures with a direct impact, totaling €141 million, along with six Housing Policy measures amounting to €55 million on Thursday (19/10)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tunisian-gunman-in-brussels-attack-entered-europe-illegally-via-italy
In a recent tragic incident, a Tunisian terrorist, Abdelsalem Lassoued, entered Europe illegally through Italy and went on to commit a deadly attack in Brussels. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fees-for-pame-express-service-to-be-decided-in-2024
Decisions regarding potential charges for the Pame Express service will be made in February 2024 by the Department for Transport, Communications, and Works....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-unveils-east-med-action-plan-to-stem-migration-flows
The European Commission has unveiled an EU Action Plan for the Eastern Mediterranean in anticipation of the forthcoming meetings, including the Justice and Home Affairs Council scheduled for October 19 and the European Council on October 26-27....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-ranking-officer-s-connection-to-organized-crime-exposed
Nikos Loizidis, the president of the Police Force branch of the Equality Guild, has raised serious concerns about a member of the authority responsible for investigating complaints and allegations against the police....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tilos-project-sheds-light-on-benefits-and-challenges
Cyprus is on the path to achieving a green transition, with Dr. George Pehlivanoglou leading the way. He emphasizes that to make this transition successful, essential changes are needed in the energy market structure and advancements in energy production, storage, management, and distribution services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-plans-comprehensive-pension-reform-for-officials
In a recent interview with SPORT FM on the ''Diaspora of News'' program, Alekos Tryfonidis, a member of the DIKO party in Parliament and a member of the Parliamentary Committee on Economic Affairs, projected that the government aims to present a comprehensive draft law to address disparities in pension benefits for former and current officials within the next six months....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-urges-a-serious-approach-to-middle-east-crisis
The war in the Middle East, triggered by a heinous and barbaric terrorist attack by Hamas last Saturday, is a situation that Cyprus is unfortunately familiar with....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-could-meet-40-of-it-energy-needs-through-solar-power-by-2030
Cyprus is on track to meet 40% of its energy needs through solar power by 2030, according to Francesco La Camera, the Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/real-estate-market-remains-unpredictable-despite-economic-chaos
Everything around us exudes a sense of precision. Costs are on the rise, from the basic materials used in production to the final products we consume. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-s-in-store-at-the-6th-digital-agenda-cyprus-summit-tomorrow
Nicosia is embracing a new identity as it transforms into a global educational and technological hub, thanks to the upcoming 6th Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-surge-of-violence-in-the-middle-east
The latest escalation of conflict in the Middle East marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing Arab-Israeli dispute....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tus-airways-suspends-tel-aviv-flights-amid-safety-concerns
TUS Airways, a Cyprus-based carrier, has announced the suspension of all flights to and from Tel Aviv, effective from Saturday, October 14, 2023. This decision impacts routes between Tel Aviv and Larnaca, Pafos, Athens, and Heraklion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/foreign-company-hired-to-clean-cyprus-reputation-–-but-is-it-really-dirty
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has assigned a foreign company the Herculean task of orchestrating a campaign to cleanse Cyprus' tarnished reputation abroad....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eviction-orders-issued-for-pissouri-residences-amid-ground-subsidence-concerns
In Pissouri, eviction orders have been issued for 25 residences in the Limnes area due to ground subsidence. The President of the Pissouri Community Council, Lazaros Lazarou, reported this to Parliament. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-airways-temporary-suspends-larnaca-tel-aviv-route
Cyprus Airways has announced the temporary suspension of its Larnaca-Tel Aviv route effective immediately....
