https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-secure-2nd-spot-in-european-tourist-satisfaction
In a report in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki newspaper today by Maria Eracleous, Cypriot hotels experience the highest levels of guest satisfaction during the peak summer months of April to June, with an overall satisfaction index averaging 85% from January to November....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/olive-oil-prices-spike-49-in-cyprus
In January 2024, the price of olive oil experienced a significant surge, with Cyprus leading the pack with a remarkable 49% increase, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU's statistical office. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/twists-and-cover-ups-surrounding-the-death-of-thanasis-nikolaou
In a riveting continuation of the death interrogation for National Guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou, criminal investigator Savvas Matsas delivered compelling testimonies, unveiling distressing details and alleging an apparent cover-up in the investigation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-tops-yachting-visits-yet-revenue-struggles
In the last three years, Greece has become the country with the largest number of yachts (commercial and private) visiting, surpassing traditional leaders in the sector such as France and Italy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/europe-s-sleepless-nights-over-egypt-s-crisis
Ask almost any European official specializing in security matters what keeps them up at night, and they’ll probably answer ''Egypt.'' ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strike-in-greece-leaves-passengers-stranded-on-33-flights
Thirty three flights to Greece (16 arrivals and 17 departures) are impacted by tomorrow's strike of air traffic controllers in Greece. The flights concern destinations Athens and Thessaloniki....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/denied-witness-requests-increase-tension-in-thanasis-death-inquiry
After a lengthy session yesterday, which spanned over five hours and included the examination of pathologist Dimitra Karagianni concerning the death of 26-year-old National Guard member Thanasis Nikolaou.....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-greece-forge-alliance-against-potato-fraud
Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou has requested the assistance of the Greek authorities to address the issue of potatoes from different countries being sold as Cypriot potatoes......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-is-the-ultimate-hit-with-americans-as-visitors-top-1-million
Athens has developed into a booming 12-month tourism destination, and its biggest market is the US, a new survey is showing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/fodder-for-the-beasts
Last week, Nicos Anastasiades demanded through his lawyer the withdrawal of the books of Makarios Drousiotis, an apology and compensation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-dendias-pilots-f-16-viper-over-aegean
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias flew over the Aegean Sea on Friday in an F-16 Viper from the 340 Squadron, which is part of the Hellenic Air Force’s 115th Combat Wing. He was accompanied by a formation of F-16 Viper jets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-plays-key-role-in-eu-s-operation-aspides
In response to increased threats from the Houthi terrorist group, the European Union has approved the initiation of Operation ASPIDES, aiming to bolster security and freedom for European shipping in the Red Sea. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-to-bring-in-40-000-workers-from-six-countries
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Thursday that Greece is on the cusp of a migration agreement with India to bring in unskilled and skilled workers to the country to be employed in the agricultural, construction and tourism sectors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-air-traffic-controllers-to-strike-disrupting-flights
Air travel disruptions are anticipated in Greece on Wednesday, February 28, as the Greek Air Traffic Controllers' Association joins the nationwide strike organized by ADEDY....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/terror-threat-in-athens-bomb-warnings-target-embassies-of-israel-u-s-and-egypt
The Police are on high alert following a recent threat to plant explosive devices in the embassies of Israel, Egypt, and the United States in Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-government-to-sell-its-stake-in-piraeus-bank-anticipates-high-demand
Greece will proceed with the complete divestment of the state from Piraeus Bank with the disposition of the 27% it controls through the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund (HFSF)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/investment-thresholds-in-golden-visa-program-under-review
Reports circulating in the market in recent days regarding the Golden Visa program suggest that the government intends to establish three different investment thresholds, depending on the area where the property in question is located....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-firm-on-expanding-russia-sanctions
During the discussion at the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) held in Brussels on Monday, Cyprus took a clear stance on the issue of EU sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, which marks two years in two days.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-2-9-dip-in-tourist-arrivals-in-january
Tourist arrivals in Cyprus for January 2024 declined by 2.9% compared to the same period last year, with 87,961 arrivals, according to data released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (CyStat)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-farmers-descend-on-athens-protesting-economic-hardships
In a demonstration mirroring concerns across Europe, Greek farmers drove tractors into Athens on Tuesday to protest outside parliament, citing issues with rising energy costs, foreign competition, and recent flooding. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-tale-of-two-nations-greece-s-stability-amidst-america-s-unraveling
It’s a strange thing: Greece has become a relatively predictable, politically stable country. I wouldn’t say boring, because we still have a long way to go. At the same time, the United States is no longer the predictable, stable country we used to know....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-emerges-as-key-hub-for-emc-project-with-$300-million-funding
The EMC cable aims to connect Europe with Saudi Arabia, with construction slated to begin in the summer of 2024...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-adapts-to-changing-seas
In response to European sanctions on Russian shipping companies based in Cyprus and developments in the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, Cyprus is actively seeking to attract new companies from different markets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-and-greece-report-lowest-eu-foreign-investment
Eurostat's latest data sheds light on the intricate dynamics of foreign involvement in the European Union's economy.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-greece-and-france-halt-funds-for-turkish-drones-in-ukraine
Greece, Cyprus and France reportedly blocked the financing for the supply of Turkish-made Bayraktar drones and artillery shells for Ukraine, which were to be purchased with European funds....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-joins-28-nations-in-recognizing-same-sex-families
In a groundbreaking move, Greece has joined over 37 nations in granting recognition and equal rights to families with same-sex parents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-000-tons-of-discarded-tires-pile-up-across-cyprus
Today, more than 1,000 tons of tires lie scattered in open spaces throughout Cyprus, posing a significant problem for the environment and public health....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-s-party-divided-over-us-arab-peace-initiative-for-gaza
Reports of a joint US-Arab peace plan for Gaza, including a "tight timeline" for establishing a Palestinian state, have stirred strong reactions among Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right allies.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-s-parliament-approves-same-sex-marriage-rights
Greece’s 300-member Parliament approved the bill granting same-sex couples equal rights in marriage in a roll call vote on Thursday night. The reform extends full parental rights to gay couples but will not allow for medically assisted reproduction through a surrogate.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/it-will-make-the-invisible-visible
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday that a bill granting same-sex couples equal rights in marriage would make their families ''visible.''...
