https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-implements-vessel-traffic-system-in-occupied-territories
Turkey is taking steps to bolster maritime security in the occupied territories with the implementation of a ''Vessel Traffic Service System.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ever-wonder-how-happy-people-are-in-cyprus
Ever wonder how happy people are in Cyprus? Well, they recently gave their overall life satisfaction a score of 7.2 out of 10, according to Eurostat, the statistical service of the European Union. That's pretty close to the EU average, which stands at 7.1....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-faces-weak-growth-amid-global-uncertainty
In a comprehensive survey released today, leading economists express apprehension about the global economy, anticipating a year of sluggish growth, primarily attributed to geopolitical conflicts, challenging financing conditions, and the impact of artificial intelligence. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/maria-stylianou-lottidi-breaks-barriers-elected-to-ioi-europe-board
In a historic move, Ms. Maria Stylianou-Lottidi, the Commissioner for Administration and Protection of Human Rights in Cyprus,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elon-musk-s-late-spacex-meeting-sparks-concerns-over-drug-use
Elon Musk's usually dynamic SpaceX meetings took a bizarre turn recently, as the CEO arrived fashionably late, only to deliver a rambling and incoherent speech that left executives privately questioning his state of mind, according to The Wall Street Journal....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/far-right-and-conservatives-gain-momentum-in-europe
The far-right and conservative parties are gaining strength across Europe, while the possibility of reaching up to 29% of the seats in the European Parliament is visible, explains to "K" Tobias Gerhard Schminke, founder of the platform for collecting electoral data Europe Elects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/journalism-is-also-a-job-like-any-other
Since 2009, when I began working full-time in this field, I've observed the media landscape in Cyprus undergo multiple crises. From the advertising downturn following the 2008 global financial crisis—which didn't directly impact Cyprus—to dwindling sales due to the rise of the internet and social media, and further exacerbated by the banking sector's subsequent turmoil and business closures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cristiano-ronaldo-invests-in-paphos-based-strikerz-inc
International football star Cristiano Ronaldo has joined a group of investors committing over $40 million to UFL, a new free football game developed by Paphos-based gaming publisher Strikerz Inc....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-report-over-320-000-traffic-violations-in-2023
The number of traffic violations for 2023 has surpassed 320,000, according to Police data in Greece. Speaking on the morning show Alpha Kalimera, Police Spokesman Christos Andreou revealed that for December alone...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/south-africa-accuses-israel-of-genocide-in-urgent-icj-appeal
South Africa has urgently petitioned the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to intervene and prevent potential genocide by Israel in Gaza, specifically calling for a cessation of combat operations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/veganism-from-fringe-movement-to-global-phenomenon
The launch of Burger King's Impossible Whopper in 2019 was a 'pinch me' moment for longtime vegan advocate Toni Vernelli....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/video-exposes-terrifying-collision-at-haneda-airport
Renowned expert Ed Galea has shared a chilling video on his Linkedin account, providing a firsthand look at the initial moments of a collision between a commercial aircraft and a coast guard plane at Tokyo's Haneda airport....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-details-emerge-in-menendez-s-qatari-bribery-allegations
In a complex legal saga, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez finds himself ensnared in deeper troubles as fresh allegations unfold....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-light-winds-and-fluctuating-temperatures-in-focus
Expect a mix of weather conditions today as a weak low-pressure system influences the area. In the western half, the day kicks off with partly cloudy skies and isolated showers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/same-sex-childbearing-not-allowed-says-archbishop-george
Archbishop George of Cyprus clarifies the content of his Christmas message, which sparked political reactions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/can-germany-s-silvester-celebration-outshine-ordinary-new-year-s-eve
As the clock ticks towards New Year's Eve, delve into the cultural tapestry of Germany's Silvester celebration. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/confirmed-conflict-of-interest-sparks-urgent-calls-for-accountability
In a recent announcement, the Audit Service acknowledges the Independent Authority against Corruption's findings concerning three complaints filed by Auditor General Odysseas Michaelides against Assistant Attorney General Savvas Angelides. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/33-fatal-accidents-before-year-s-end-cyprus-police-on-high-alert
To date this year, six days before January 1, 2024, 33 people have lost their lives in 31 fatal accidents, Police Communications Officer, Eleni Constantinou, told CNA on Wednesday, noting that the Police are on high alert these days to prevent fatal and serious accidents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wolfgang-schauble-former-german-finance-minister-dies-at-81
Wolfgang Schäuble, the influential former German Finance Minister and speaker of the Bundestag, passed away at 81, leaving a profound mark on European financial affairs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-ambassador-discusses-cyprus-and-russian-influence-in-exclusive-interview
In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini, the U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus weighs in on whether the island nation's ties to Russian influence are changing. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/far-right-claims-victory-as-macron-s-party-divided-over-immigration
The French government is grappling with a political upheaval as Health Minister Aurélien Rousseau tenders his resignation in protest against a stringent immigration bill. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/businesses-to-cut-greenhouse-gas-targets-by-10
Businesses revise climate targets as reality of long-term sustainability transformation hits. Sustainability progress plateaus as short-term pressures and external forces hit CSO agenda....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-s-schinas-criticizes-veto-use-stresses-need-for-compromise
European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas voiced concerns about the use of the veto as a primary defense tactic, stating that it hinders compromise rather than facilitating it....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cbc-warns-of-non-performing-loan-surge-amid-economic-challenges
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) issued a warning on Monday, cautioning about the potential influx of non-performing loans (NPLs) driven by high-interest rates and inflation, which are impacting households' disposable income and businesses' profitability....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-humanitarian-aid-shipment-en-route-to-gaza
In a significant milestone for Cyprus, the first ship laden with humanitarian aid is en route to the Gaza coast, marking the initial phase of the country's humanitarian corridor initiative....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-s-plea-to-russia-to-reshape-diplomatic-landscape
"I would like to ask the Russian leadership and the Russian people to reconsider their policy on Cyprus, especially after what happened in Ukraine and what is happening in the world with a multitude of global changes," Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar told the Russian state news agency TASS - as reported by the latter....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-s-media-law-shift-sparks-concerns-for-journalists
It doesn't come as a shock that, in the debate over the European Media Freedom Act between EU Council member states and the European Parliament, the EU Council incorporated a paragraph into its negotiating stance, stating that national security should be an exception when prohibiting surveillance of journalists and related practices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-summit-reaches-compromise-on-euro-turkish-issues-amidst-cyprus-concerns
The European Union Summit recently brokered an informal compromise on Euro-Turkish matters, redirecting decisions on the Borell/Commission document and proposed ''gifts'' to Ankara to seven pillars...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/themis-themistocles-signals-potential-2024-interest-rate-cut
In their ''Year Ahead 2024'' forecast, analysts at Swiss financial giant UBS anticipate a slowdown in the strength of the US economy throughout 2023. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sunny-spells-and-sneaky-clouds
Amidst the gentle influence of weak high pressure, today's meteorological narrative unfolds with a nuanced dance of clear and cloudy elements. In the initial hours, a majority of regions will wake up to the crisp clarity of a cloudless sky....
