https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-nations-reach-agreement-on-handling-irregular-immigration
European Union countries on Wednesday sealed a deal on how to handle irregular immigration at times of exceptionally high arrivals, taking a step towards overhauling the bloc’s asylum and migration rules before a pan-European election next year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/techisland-appoints-ugne-buraciene-group-ceo-of-payabl-to-the-board-of-directors
TechIsland, Cyprus's leading tech association, is proud to announce that Ugne Buraciene, Group Chief Executive Officer of payabl., will be joining its Board of Directors, effective 4th October 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-in-europe-with-anti-femicide-law
Cyprus encourages all States to acknowledge the existence of femicide, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Cyprus to the UN Ambassador Andreas Hadjichrysanthou has said, noting that the Cyprus Parliament has adopted a law on femicide which was the first of such piece of legislation in Europe....
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/cyprus-banks-secure-moody-s-upgrade-to-investment-status
After 12 years, Moody's has upgraded the ratings of Cyprus' two major banks, Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, placing them in the investment category....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/could-kasselakis-be-the-catalyst-for-resolving-the-cyprus-problem
Stefanos Kasselakis, the newly elected President of SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance, is currently on a two-day visit to Cyprus, marking his first international trip since assuming office as the President of SYRIZA-PS....
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/cyprus-expands-diplomatic-presence-in-indonesia-and-argentina
Cyprus expands its diplomatic presence abroad, by opening in October, diplomatic missions in Indonesia (Jakarta) and Argentina (Buenos Aires)...
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/comment/opinion/reviving-the-greek-diaspora
The active Greek diaspora in the United States is dwindling and this needs to be stopped. Proponents of the generation that played such an important role after the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974 have either stopped participating actively in public life or have passed away....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/moody-s-double-upgrade-ignites-investor-interest
Last Friday, Moody's delivered a double upgrade for Cyprus, propelling the nation into the investment-grade category recognized by all four major financial firms. Although these rankings may appear modest, their real-world impact is substantial....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dangerous-catfish-species-spotted-in-cyprus-seas
The Department of Fisheries and Marine Research has issued a public alert regarding the discovery of a new species of catfish, Plotosus lineatus, in the waters of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chasing-the-dream-of-independence
The years of Independence have come and gone, but the founding myth remains fragmented in the minds and hearts of Cypriots. For many Greek Cypriots, it symbolizes a struggle betrayed, while others see it as a necessary compromise. ...
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/business/€9-5-million-tourism-investment-shaping-paralimni-s-future
In a significant development within the Famagusta province, specifically in the municipality of Paralimni, a noteworthy €9.5 million investment project is currently underway in the tourism sector....
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/doxa-komodromou-reveals-shocking-truths-about-her-resignation
In a recent interview with "Kathimerini," former Deputy Government Representative Doxa Komodromou shed light on the controversy surrounding her resignation, which was closely tied to the issue of overtime payments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/surgery-cost-inquiry-leads-to-heated-confrontation-with-doctor
The Patient Rights Observatory of the Federation of patient associations of Cyprus (OSAK) has recently received complaints regarding various issues related to healthcare services in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/karoyan-s-visit-to-armenia-sparks-hope-for-relocation
Marios Karoyan, the President of the Democratic Party (DIPA), embarked on a diplomatic mission to Armenia aimed at strengthening ties and facilitating discussions with key officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/deputy-minister-proposes-joint-tourist-packages-with-saudi-arabia
Cypriot Deputy Minister, Costas Koumis has proposed joint tourist packages between Saudi Arabia and Cyprus, focusing on the Saudi City of Neom which lies about two hours from Cyprus....
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/new-deputy-gov-t-spokesman-embraces-role-s-demands-including-long-hours
Yiannis Antoniou, the newly appointed deputy government spokesman, assured that there would be no question of overtime in his role, recognizing the demanding hours the position entails....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-workplace-bullying-really-an-issue-in-cyprus
Cyprus psychologist, Panagiotis Stavrinidis, discusses school and workplace bullying trends on Diaspora News with Oriana Papantoniou...
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/news/online-applications-open-for-child-tuition-and-feeding-subsidy-scheme
As of August 28, 2023, parents of eligible children up to four years old can apply for the Child Tuition and Feeding Subsidy Scheme through a dedicated online platform. The initiative aims to provide financial support to parents for early childhood education and nutrition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cbc-governor-herodotou-reveals-breakthrough-in-digital-finance
The Central Bank of Cyprus has completed the tender for a new digital platform for customer compliance, said CBC Governor Constantinos Herodotou, speaking at an event organized by the Association of Cyprus Electronic Money and Payment Institutions, on Thursday afternoon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-takes-on-migration-housing-and-traffic-head-on
Migration, housing and traffic are the subjects the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides focuses on, aiming for immediate and effective resolution, he said, speaking at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors of Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (OEB) in Limassol on Wednesday afternoon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-bears-held-illegally-in-nicosia
Veterinary Service officials have uncovered a startling discovery at an establishment in Nicosia, revealing that two bears were being held in captivity without the required licenses. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-parliament-head-metsola-marks-cyprus-independence-day
On Sunday, President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, will visit Cyprus to mark the Republic of Cyprus' independence day in a grand celebration. The Cyprus News Agency has confirmed her presence and participation in the annual independence day parade....
