https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/taylor-swift-makes-history-as-time-s-two-time-person-of-the-year-2023
In a historic achievement, Taylor Swift has been named TIME's Person of the Year for 2023, marking her second appearance on the prestigious cover since 2017. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/23andme-data-breach-exposes-genetic-profiles-of-millions
Genetic testing company 23andMe disclosed a significant data breach, initially stating that 0.1% of its customers, approximately 14,000 individuals, had their personal data compromised. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aspirin-and-vitamin-d-may-now-be-available-under-gesy
The Health Insurance Organisation (OAY) has suggested adding two more non-prescription medicines (NPSFs) to the General Health Insurance Scheme (GESY)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/a-workshop-by-shell-plc-at-the-university-of-nicosia
The Department of Engineering at the University of Nicosia in collaboration with Shell PLC offered the NXplorers Pro Workshop to a group of highly motivated engineering students. Held on November 17, 2023, the all-day workshop provided an immersive and transformative experience for participants, equipping them with skills necessary for a successful career....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-on-edge-as-unficyp-peacekeepers-attacked-in-buffer-zone
Four months ago, in late August, UNFICYP peacekeepers faced a violent attack within the buffer zone in Pyla by a group of Turkish Cypriots....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-predicts-war-crimes-trial-for-netanyahu-over-gaza-offensive
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan asserted on Monday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would eventually face trial as a war criminal for Israel's ongoing offensive in the Gaza Strip, according to a Reuters report today....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/13-year-old-victim-of-school-assault-injured
In a disturbing incident last week at a Nicosia district high school, a group of students reportedly lifted and threw a 13-year-old boy, leaving him with a broken shoulder blade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/idf-strikes-gaza-targets-after-ceasefire-breach-by-hamas
Israel's military swiftly resumed operations in Gaza, accusing Hamas of violating the seven-day truce....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/developer-s-double-plea-amidst-partially-frozen-road-project-in-akamas
None of those who attended the meeting of the Environment Committee left any wiser about what is happening in the projects that have been carried out in recent months for the first phase of improvement of part of the road network of the Akamas National Forest Park....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/how-artificial-intelligence-is-changing-cyprus
The 8th Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum, focusing on ''AI & Business: creating value, minimizing risks,'' held at the University of Cyprus on Tuesday (28/11), delved into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/unic-research-on-cruise-ship-ventilation-suggests-ways-to-minimise-viral-spread
The study published in Physics of Fluids suggests that simply higher ventilation rates do not result in safer cabin conditions for passengers and crew...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hamas-releases-fifth-batch-of-hostages-in-ongoing-ceasefire
In a significant development on Tuesday, Hamas released a fifth consecutive group of hostages amid a temporary ceasefire....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/agios-dometios-buffer-zone-crisis-sparks-secret-presidential-decisions
Decisions to be implemented if buffer zone situation not restored says President.
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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/business/official-launch-of-women-in-tech®-cyprus-powered-by-techisland-and-adsterra
TechIsland and its member Adsterra proudly announced the official launch of the Women in Tech® Cyprus Chapter. ...
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/news/turkish-forces-antenna-installation-in-agios-demetios-draws-criticism
Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Monday described the latest action of the Turkish occupying forces, regarding the installation of a rotating camera and an antenna on an uninhabited house in the buffer zone, in the area of Agios Dometios in Nicosia, as a “serious ongoing violation of the buffer zone”.
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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/hostage-release-delayed-as-hamas-demands-aid-access
Hamas's armed wing, Izz ad-Din al-Qassam brigades, has announced a delay in the second release of hostages scheduled for Saturday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/international-red-cross-secures-release-of-civilian-hostages-in-gaza-strip
In a significant development, the International Red Cross has taken custody of 24 civilian hostages held in the Gaza Strip, as reported by Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman. ...
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/south-korea-breaks-with-tradition-announcing-plans-to-ban-dog-meat-consumption
South Korea is set to ban eating dogs by 2027, according to the policy chief of the ruling People Power Party, Yu Eui-dong. At a meeting with government officials and animal rights activists, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/car-crash-at-us-canada-border-kills-2
A dramatic incident unfolded on Wednesday as a high-speed crash on the Rainbow Bridge connecting New York and Ontario resulted in a fiery catastrophe, claiming the lives of two individuals in the vehicle....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/major-players-unveil-ambitious-plans-for-shopping-malls-in-limassol
After Nicosia, the competition among shopping centers is shifting to the market in Limassol. The focus of the two strong players in the capital, Nicosia Mall (owned by Zorpa Group, PHC Group, Athienitis Group, and VLM Group) and Atterbury Europe (Mall of Cyprus), is set on their next investments in Limassol....
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/turkish-cypriots-question-policies-amidst-cultural-shifts
Former president Ali Erel raises alarm about the declining status of Turkish Cypriots, emphasizing the growing population and housing struggles. Tricombe sees a rise in foreign buyers, a trend that could escalate with an influx of 100,000 Russians, affecting Nicosia.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-33-drop-in-new-asylum-applications-compared-to-19-eu-increase
In August 2023, the European Union saw a 19% increase in new asylum seekers compared to the same period in 2022, with 91,735 applications recorded. ...
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/mayors-take-on-eco-warriors-in-akamas-showdown
In a heated dispute, the municipalities of Polis Chrysochous and Pegeia are vehemently protesting against the interference of various environmental organizations....
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....
