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661. Pope Francis urges families to ''make children'' during first visit to Corsica

In his first-ever visit to Corsica, Pope Francis delivered a clear message about the need for more children, urging families to embrace parenthood amid declining global birth rates. ...

662. Cyprus pushes to link Turkey-EU relations to Cyprus talks, faces EU resistance

The Christodoulides government made a bold move to connect Turkey’s future with the European Union to the long-stalled Cyprus settlement talks....

663. ''Prometheus'' sets sail: A new energy chapter for Cyprus begins

Cyprus has taken a big step toward its energy future with the launch of the floating natural gas plant Prometheus from Shanghai....

664. Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone after Assad's fall

After the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Israel seized control of a crucial buffer zone in the Golan Heights, an area that has been a source of ongoing geopolitical tension....

665. 50,000 vehicles in Cyprus face recall over defective Takata airbags

Cyprus could see up to 50,000 cars recalled due to the dangerous Takata airbags, a defective part responsible for deaths and injuries around the world, including in Cyprus. ...

666. ''No Last Chances'' — The UK’s view on Cyprus, NATO, and post-Brexit hurdles

In an interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou , British High Commissioner to Cyprus, Michael Tatham, doesn’t shy away from addressing some of the more pressing and controversial issues shaping relations between the UK and Cyprus....

667. Music event in New York commemorates 50 years of occupation

"Beautiful and Strange Homeland" was the title of the concert presented by the Choir of the Pan-Cyprian Association of America at the "Terrace on the Park" event center....

668. Russian nuclear weapons at Europe's doorstep

Russia has deployed tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, marking the first time its nuclear arsenal has been stationed outside Russian territory since the Cold War....

669. Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....

670. Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

At Lidl Cyprus, Christmas is a time when giving and caring are of even greater importance....

671. Stelios Foundation donates equipment to aid CMP efforts

The Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, spearheaded by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, has made a significant contribution to the humanitarian mission of the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP)....

672. Asma Assad 'not welcome' in the UK, says Foreign Secretary

The British wife of former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad, Asma Assad, has been confirmed as a sanctioned individual and is "not welcome" in the UK, according to Foreign Secretary David Lammy. ...

673. Biden grants clemency to 1,500 individuals and pardons 39

President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that he is commuting the sentences of nearly 1,500 people and pardoning 39 others convicted of non-violent crimes, marking one of the largest single-day uses of presidential clemency in modern history....

674. Cyprus recalls 11,000 Mazda Demio cars over faulty airbags

The Cyprus government is facing a growing issue involving hundreds of cars that need to be recalled due to faulty airbags. Specifically, about 11,000 Mazda Demio vehicles, imported as used cars from non-EU countries,...

675. Cyprus and Jordan strengthen defence ties

Cyprus and Jordan have strengthened their military partnership with a new Defence Cooperation Agreement, signed during Defence Minister Vassilis Palmas' visit to Amman on Wednesday....

676. US expands Cyprus defence role

US defence cooperation with Cyprus just took a significant step forward. Thanks to a new amendment to the US National Defence Authorization Act (NDAA), ...

677. Cyprus reclaims rare antiquities from the US

Cyprus celebrated the return of 266 valuable antiquities on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in cultural repatriation....

678. Bean Bar brings Christmas magic to life

Christmas time is here again, and Bean Bar invites us to experience the magic of the most beautiful time of the year and to make the true meaning of the holidays come true by supporting children in need....

679. Cyprus and Oman sign double taxation deal to boost trade and investment

The Republic of Cyprus and the Sultanate of Oman have signed a new agreement aimed at avoiding double taxation and preventing tax evasion....

680. Petrolina: The gift of life through blood donation

True to its long-standing humanitarian actions and the ideals of volunteering, Petrolina successfully organised its second blood drive for this year among the company’s employees and management....

681. Cutting-edge American rifles boost Cyprus' security forces

According to a report by Kathimerini reporter Yiannis Ioannou, the ties between the United States and Cyprus continue to grow stronger, now making a practical impact on the field....

682. Mazda Demio cars recalled across Cyprus over passenger airbag issue

Mazda Demio cars imported into Cyprus from non-EU countries are being recalled due to a safety concern with their passenger airbags....

683. ''A man is entitled to do whatever he wants'' – Kostas Malekkos

A wave of criticism has followed controversial comments made by former footballer Kostas Malekkos on a popular TV show, with the Pancyprian Association of Single Parent Families and Friends demanding accountability from both the police and the Broadcasting Authority....

684. Sense of optimism surrounds roadblock talks

685. Money transfers in 10 seconds coming to Cyprus

Starting on January 9, 2025, Cyprus will join the rest of the SEPA zone (33 countries) in offering instant bank transfers, revolutionizing how payments are made....

686. New Alphamega Hypermarkets’ store opens in Astromeritis

Another state-of-the-art store was added to the Alphamega Hypermarkets’ chain. The new Alphamega Hypermarkets’ store in Astromeritis has opened its doors to the public today. It is the 20th store of Alphamega Hypermarkets, Cyprus largest and fastest growing hypermarket chain....

687. BBF Takes the Stage at MAPIC Cannes, Unveiling KEAN – A New Landmark Driving Global Interest

BBF's successful participation in the 2024 edition of MAPIC, the leading international retail and real estate event held from November 26–28 at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France, provided the perfect backdrop for unveiling BBF's new landmark, KEAN...

688. Cyprus hosts diplomatic events with UK PM's visit and UN reception

Cyprus is at the center of diplomatic activity today with two significant events underscoring its role in regional and international affairs....

689. Rare bird reappears after more than a century

A rare bird species has been confirmed to be breeding in Herefordshire for the first time in over 140 years....

690. Europe shines in global race for smarter power grids, but China gains ground

Europe is at the forefront of innovation in electricity grid technology, sharing the lead with Japan in global patent filings over the past decade....