https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/low-paid-government-workers-demand-higher-pay
The ''Equality'' guild staged a rally outside the Presidential Palace on Monday, followed by a protest march to the Ministry of Finance, highlighting concerns over low-paid public sector workers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eerie-witch-bottles-surface-along-gulf-of-mexico
Jace Tunnell, a researcher, has stumbled upon eight enigmatic 'witch bottles' along the Gulf of Mexico since 2017, some adorned with barnacles from prolonged ocean exposure....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cafe-in-paphos-allows-prepayment-for-meals-for-those-in-need
In the heart of Paphos, Cyprus, another dining establishment is making waves for its compassionate initiative....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/senior-cia-officer-takes-public-stance-on-israel-palestine-crisis
In an unusual move, a high-ranking CIA official has stirred controversy by posting a pro-Palestine image on Facebook amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/journey-to-the-enchanting-smurf-house-in-treis-elies
As winter slowly unfolds, the landscapes of Limassol and Cyprus as a whole transform into breathtaking scenes of natural beauty. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nigerian-gang-exploits-facebook-connections-in-elaborate-scam
Greek authorities have dismantled a criminal organization consisting of Nigerian and Sierra Leonean nationals accused of duping women out of substantial sums of money through an elaborate online scam....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-proposes-lifeline-to-gaza-in-amalthea-project
The debate on the humanitarian corridor in Gaza, from Cypriot territory within the context of the 'Amalthea' project, represents Cyprus' attempt to assert 'flag projection' and a broader diplomatic role in the evolving situation in the Middle East sub-system post-October 7....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-releases-17-hostages-including-russian-and-thai-nationals
In the latest chapter of the ongoing conflict, the third exchange of hostages and prisoners between Hamas and Israel unfolded amidst a fragile four-day truce in Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/blade-runner-granted-parole-after-serving-half-his-murder-sentence
Oscar Pistorius, the ''Blade Runner,'' has been granted parole after serving half of his sentence for the 2013 murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/black-friday-blues-as-hsbc-goes-down-on-biggest-sales-day-of-the-year
On Black Friday, thousands of HSBC customers in the UK reported difficulties accessing mobile banking services, causing disruptions for those seeking to make purchases amidst retailer discounts. Downdetector, a website tracking service, recorded over 4,100 complaints regarding the malfunctioning banking app....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-to-free-hostages-in-exchange-for-peace
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Israel has approved a deal with Hamas, paving the way for the release of 50 hostages in exchange for a temporary cease-fire in Gaza lasting at least four days....
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/shakira-s-€14-5m-showdown-ends-with-a-€7m-encore
Pop star Shakira has gracefully sidestepped a €14.5 million tax trial in Spain, sealing a last-minute deal with authorities just as proceedings were set to commence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/openai-s-loss-propels-altman-into-microsoft-s-arms
In a significant move that reverberates across the tech industry, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has confirmed the addition of former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and ex-president Greg Brockman to Microsoft's talent pool....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/taylor-swift-s-rio-concert-turns-tragic-as-fan-s-death-shakes-the-tour
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Taylor Swift expressed deep sorrow on Instagram before her concert in Rio de Janeiro, revealing the loss of a fan just hours before hitting the stage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-s-two-truck-gamble-sparks-crisis-in-gaza
Israel's decision to allow only two tanker trucks of fuel into Gaza each day for the United Nations and communication systems has raised concerns about the impact on crucial services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-christmas-cat-show-is-back-in-town
Athens is set to become the epicenter of feline fascination as the highly anticipated cat festival returns to the Peristeri Exhibition Centre on December 2nd and 3rd....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/guardian-russian-money-flows-without-questions-in-the-occupied-territories
In the Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus, an influx of Russian speakers, particularly from the former Soviet Union, has turned the area into a real estate hotspot. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ft-tech-giants-clash-with-eu-over-internet-control
A Financial Times article has reported that major players like TikTok and Meta, the parent company of Facebook, are pushing back against the European Union's (EU) recent internet regulations aimed at fostering greater openness and competition in online markets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/gulf-air-soars-to-new-heights-with-additional-flights
In a strategic move to bolster its European operations, Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced an increase in the number of flights to Larnaca and Athens....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-airport-lost-luggage-sale-raises-alarms
In a concerning turn of events, a Facebook page operating under the name ''Larnaca Airport'' has recently surfaced, enticing internet users to purchase allegedly lost luggage from Larnaca Airport.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pig-with-kevin-bacon-s-name-sparks-wild-chase
Actor Kevin Bacon found himself back in the news after a footloose runaway pig bearing his name was caught in an elaborate ruse....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-takes-on-mosquito-menace-as-residents-warned-to-drain-trouble-spots
Municipal authorities in Larnaca are intensifying systematic mosquito spraying efforts as residents are found neglecting areas conducive to mosquito breeding. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-central-bank-challenges-court-ruling-on-laiki-bank-haircuts
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) declared on Tuesday its intention to appeal the Limassol District Court's decision favoring the claimant in the Laiki Bank deposit impairment case from 2013....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/icelandic-authorities-brace-for-eruption-following-earthquakes-and-magma-surge
Icelandic authorities are bracing for a potential volcanic eruption in the southwest of the island following a series of earthquakes and signs of rapidly spreading magma underground....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/would-you-let-elon-musk-drill-into-your-brain
Elon Musk’s chip implant company Neuralink is looking for its first volunteer who is willing to have a piece of their skull removed so that a robotic surgeon can insert thin wires and electrodes into their brain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aid-to-gaza-gets-green-light-from-us-state-department
The provision of aid and any country’s ability to do so to the Palestinian people in Gaza would be a good thing, the US State Department has said on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/world-s-elite-swimmers-conquer-oceanman-marathon-in-ayia-napa
More than 300 athletes from 34 countries participated in the international Oceanman swimming marathon, which was completed at Ayia Napa Marina on Sunday 5 November....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/from-ill-considered-posts-to-digital-faux-pas
In the Cypriot digital political arena of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and lately, TikTok, national anniversaries, the Cyprus issue, and other significant events in a historical context or related to tumultuous international developments have perennially been fertile ground for blunders. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/get-ready-for-ed-sheeran-s-cyprus-takeover
In a thrilling announcement on Friday, October 20, Ed Sheeran unveiled the list of countries to be featured in his highly-anticipated world tour. What caught the attention of Cypriot music enthusiasts was the inclusion of Cyprus, making it a first-time tour destination for the renowned singer....
