https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-seeks-centralized-energy-storage-solution
As part of the Save and Upgrade plan, only eight applications have been submitted thus far for the installation of home storage systems. It's important to note that these grants exclude new homes, which are expected to meet almost zero energy consumption standards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€370k-worth-of-olive-oil-vanishes-police-investigate
Approximately 37 tons of olive oil have been reported stolen from a prominent agricultural cooperative in Polygyros, a picturesque town nestled in the scenic region of Halkidiki, northern Greece.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/limassol-wine-festival-kicks-off-on-october-7th
A large traditional male figure with a folklore costume, known as the "Vrakas", who has come to be the signature of the Limassol Wine Festival, was put up last Tuesday, ready to welcome thousands of locals and visitors to the well known event taking place annually at the coastal town of Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-s-silent-pension-raises-eyebrows
Both the President of the Republic and members of Parliament have emphasized the necessity of legislative regulation to put an end to the simultaneous receipt of public employee pensions and salaries by political officials.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecb-vp-luis-de-guindos-to-address-inflation-and-monetary-policy-in-cyprus
European Central Bank Vice - President, Luis de Guindos, is scheduled to visit Cyprus on Wednesday, at the invitation of the Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC), Constantinos Herodotou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kasselakis-arrives-in-cyprus-talks-on-cyprus-problem-await
Stefanos Kasselakis, the newly elected president of the SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance, expressed his support for restarting talks on the Cyprus issue from where they left off in Crans Montana during an interview with the Cyprus News Agency....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-checkpoints-take-center-stage
In a striking development, 2023 has seen an extraordinary increase in crossings through checkpoints in Cyprus, as revealed by reports in the Turkish Cypriot press....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-delegation-extends-support-to-armenia-amidst-crisis
A delegation from the House of Representatives of Cyprus, visiting Yerevan during a challenging time for Armenia, expressed support and solidarity to Armenia's leadership. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finance-ministry-s-new-measures-for-vulnerable-in-the-works
The Finance Ministry is considering new measures to support particularly the vulnerable groups of society amid the continuing pressures from high prices and inflation, Makis Keravnos Minister of Finance said on Monday, adding the measures were in the pipeline irrespective of the rating upgrades by Moody’s and DBRS Morningstar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/inflation-fears-and-green-investments
The European Central Bank (ECB) has revised its inflation forecast upward, now predicting that inflation will reach 5.6% in 2023 and 3.2% in 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aegean-airlines-expands-winter-routes-for-23-24-season
Aegean Airlines is set to offer its largest-ever route program for the upcoming winter season, introducing 18 new routes to 14 different countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/real-estate-boom-in-greece-and-cyprus
The real estate landscapes of Greece and Cyprus are undergoing significant transformations, with both nations showcasing promising growth and recovery. However, beneath the surface of these top-line numbers, there are underlying challenges and disparities that need to be addressed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pkk-attack-sparks-turkey-s-cleanup-efforts
The PKK has claimed responsibility for Sunday morning's terrorist attack outside Turkey's Interior Ministry in Ankara, resulting in the deaths of two assailants and injuries to two police officers. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-institutional-hurdles-in-anti-corruption-efforts
Cyprus' anti-corruption legislation for top executive officials appears robust on paper, but its practical effectiveness is hampered by institutional shortcomings, warns the Council of Europe's Group of States Against Corruption (GRECO)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/government-faces-mounting-criticism-over-six-month-stumble
If a governing coalition in a state aspiring to be European were to make as many mistakes and omissions as the Christodoulides government has in just six months, it would face strong opposition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-minister-warns-of-24-increase-in-cancer-cases-by-2035
According to the Cancer Registry in Cyprus, we have about 4,000 new cases of cancer a year and ''if no decisive action is taken immediately, cancer cases are expected to increase by 24% by 2035, making it the leading cause of death in the EU'', said the Minister of Health, Popi Kanari, in her address at the First Oncology Forum held on Saturday by the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/violent-clashes-between-tenants-and-property-owners-as-rents-spike-700
A craftsman in Turkey, who has been diligently paying rent for two decades, now finds himself threatened with eviction due to an unexpected rent increase of nearly 700%. His monthly rent has surged from 3,200 Turkish lira (110 euros) to a staggering 25,000 lira (867 euros)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rory-mcilroy-sparks-europe-s-ryder-cup-victory
Shane Lowry has said that Europe's 2023 Ryder Cup triumph sits right alongside his Open victory at Portrush in 2019....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/25-new-asylum-examiners-to-speed-processing-and-deter-migrant-arrivals
The Asylum Service of Cyprus has taken a significant step to enhance the efficiency of processing asylum applications by appointing 25 additional asylum examiners, according to Minister of Interior Constantinos Ioannou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-celebrates-63rd-independence-anniversary-with-impressive-military-parade
Cyprus marked its 63rd independence anniversary with a grand military parade that showcased the unwavering commitment of the National Guard to ensure the nation's security....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-independence-in-the-face-of-threats
The independence of the Republic of Cyprus is a response to all those who are plotting the dissolution of our state entity, said the Minister of Defense, Michalis Georgallas, after the conclusion of the military parade for the anniversary of Cyprus Independence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-to-welcome-metsola-at-sunday-parade
The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, will hold a meeting with the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, tomorrow, October 1st, at the Presidential Palace....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/french-ski-resort-shuts-down-forever
Due to the effects of global warming that have led to a lack of snow, a ski resort in the French Alps, La Sambuy, has decided to cease operations permanently....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-banks-net-interest-income-doubles-amid-ecb-rate-hikes
The Cypriot banking system's net interest income (NII) saw a remarkable doubling in the first half of 2023, marking an annual increase of 100%, primarily due to the ongoing rate hikes by the European Central Bank (ECB) aimed at tackling rising inflation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-embarks-on-ambitious-reform-and-overhaul-of-tax-framework
The Cyprus Tax Framework is set for a significant overhaul as work begins on the Integrated Tax Transformation Project. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€5-600-in-funding-for-tourism-enterprises
In celebration of World Tourism Day, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry reaffirms its commitment to supporting Cypriot tourism businesses on their journey toward sustainability.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/15-4-spike-in-public-expenditure-for-2024
In the 2024 Budget, there's a notable rise of EUR 0.5 billion in public personnel expenditure. According to the Council of Ministers' approved budget table for 2024, this marks a substantial increase of 496 million euros. In terms of percentages, this surge amounts to 15.4% compared to the personnel expenditure allocated for the public sector in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-s-military-called-to-combat-daily-shootings-and-bombings
Sweden’s prime minister on Thursday said that he’s summoned the head of the military to discuss how the armed forces can help police deal with an unprecedented crime wave that has shocked the country with almost daily shootings and bombings....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ep-s-santos-urges-progress-on-cyprus-missing-persons
European Parliament's Standing Rapporteur for the missing persons in Cyprus, Isabel Santos, stressed on Thursday during a meeting she had with Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, the need to speed up the process for establishing the fate of missing persons....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ey-cyprus-recognized-by-international-tax-review-as-national-transfer-pricing-firm-of-the-year-for-the-5th-consecutive-time
For the fifth consecutive year, EY Cyprus was named Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year by the International Tax Review (ITR) in recognition of the high-quality tax services offered. ...
