https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-boomed-in-2022-with-more-jobs-and-better-services
Cyprus saw a widespread boost in economic activity last year, according to the latest Services and Transport Survey by Cyprus' statistical agency....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-citizens-set-to-travel-to-us-visa-free
The Cyprus Parliament ratified an agreement today between the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the Government of the United States of America, paving the way for Cyprus to participate in the USA Visa Waiver program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-lags-behind-eu-average-in-hospital-beds-per-capita
In 2022, Cyprus had significantly fewer hospital beds per person compared to the European Union (EU) average, according to Eurostat. Specifically, Cyprus had about 313 hospital beds for every 100,000 people, while the EU average was 516 beds per 100,000 people....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-advances-road-safety-with-intelligent-transport-systems
In a bid to modernize its main road network and bolster transport safety, Cyprus is rolling out state-of-the-art intelligent transport systems (ITS) across key routes. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/retired-cypriot-police-officer-wanted-in-metamax-pyramid-scheme
Authorities in Cyprus are actively seeking a 63-year-old Greek Cypriot resident of Limassol in connection with the Metamax pyramid scheme fraud, according to information obtained by our website. A warrant for his arrest has been issued....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hidden-threat-trifluoroethanoic-acid-found-in-european-drinking-water
A recent study has uncovered a concerning issue in Europe's drinking water: the presence of trifluoroethanoic acid (TFA), a chemical that current tests don't detect. The study, conducted by PAN Europe, found TFA in tap water and bottled mineral water across several European countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-growing-threat-from-drug-resistant-bugs-is-there-hope
In a bid to tackle a global health challenge, Cyprus is ramping up efforts to reduce the use of antibiotics in its livestock sector. This initiative comes as antimicrobial resistance poses a serious threat worldwide, leading to millions of deaths annually....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/diplomatic-efforts-intensify-amidst-critical-juncture
The diplomatically crucial time leading up to Friday is seen as particularly important for efforts to break the deadlock in the Cyprus talks. UN Secretary General's personal envoy, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-dance-duo-to-perform-at-paris-olympics
Cypriot dancing duo LMC lockers, namely Constantinos Papamethodiou and Adonis Kyriakides, have been selected to perform at the Olympic Games in Paris....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-exports-decline-sharply-while-imports-see-a-modest-rise
Cyprus saw its trade deficit grow in May 2024, largely due to a significant drop in exports and a slight increase in imports, according to recent data from the Cyprus Statistical Service. The trade deficit for May 2024 was €693.4 million, up from €578.2 million in May 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/real-estate-investment-opportunities-by-astrobank-in-paphos-famagusta-and-nicosia
Astrobank has listed for sale residential plots in Strovolos, in the GSP area, and other properties in Paphos, Famagusta and Nicosia that are ideal investment opportunities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sets-course-for-cheaper-electricity-in-2025
Energy, Commerce, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou unveiled Cyprus' ambitious plans for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) during a press conference in Nicosia on Tuesday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/no-progress-on-cyprus-greece-electricity-interconnection-project
No progress was made on the Cyprus side's position regarding the Crete-Cyprus electricity interconnection project during yesterday's teleconference, initiated by the European Commission and involving stakeholders from Greece and Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-envoy-s-dual-approach-ahead-of-crucial-briefing
Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar is adopting a nuanced strategy in the Cyprus conflict as she seeks to engage with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and prepares to brief the UN Security Council ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-grapples-with-energy-future-amid-interconnector-debate
The Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA) has summoned ADMIE, the country's electricity grid operator, for a crucial meeting on July 15 to discuss new data that could potentially alter a decision barring charges to Cypriot consumers ahead of the Great Sea Interconnector project's implementation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/industries-expanded-in-2022-as-cyprus-saw-more-jobs-higher-production
Cyprus saw more people employed in factories and related industries in 2022 compared to the year before, with a 3% increase in jobs. The value of goods produced also went up significantly by 21.2%....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-eu-in-home-sales-by-31
Home sales in Cyprus surged by 31% in 2023 compared to the previous year, the highest increase among European Union countries, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU's statistical service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/thousands-protest-mass-tourism-in-barcelona-shouting-tourists-go-home
Thousands of protesters marched through Barcelona over the weekend to express their anger at the overwhelming impact of mass tourism on Spain's most visited city. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/domestic-violence-cases-on-the-rise-in-cyprus
Reports of domestic violence in Cyprus have seen a significant rise, with incidents reaching alarming numbers, Justice and Public Order Minister Marios Hartsiotis told a parliamentary committee on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-president-speaks-out-on-cyprus-issue-and-political-rivalries
In his first official interview since ending his term as President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nicos Anastasiades discussed key political issues and addressed recent controversies within the Democratic Rally (DISY) party. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-police-reopen-mafia-cases-after-engineer-s-execution-in-athens
In the wake of last week’s brutal execution of 54-year-old engineer Panagiotis Stathis who was gunned down outside his Athens office in Psychiko, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-minister-awaits-decision-on-convicted-doctor-s-return
Health Minister Michael Damianos stated that the Disciplinary Council of the Pancyprian Medical Association (PMA) must complete its procedures before further action can be taken regarding a doctor convicted of indecent assault....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/producers-must-increase-goat-and-sheep-s-milk-in-halloumi
Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou announced on Saturday a new decree to adjust milk quotas for making Halloumi cheese with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. She also revealed financial support measures for the sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/court-detains-suspect-in-metamax-pyramid-scheme
A 54-year-old man arrested in connection with the ''pyramid'' fraud scheme known as Metamax has been ordered detained for eight days by the Limassol District Court, according to proceedings held on Saturday, July 6th. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/letter-from-retired-deputy-chief-exposes-serious-issues-in-cyprus-national-guard
The recently retired deputy chief of the Cyprus National Guard, Lieutenant General Loukas Hadjimichael, has raised serious concerns about the state of the military force in a farewell letter....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/young-women-look-decades-older-due-to-early-botox-use
Recent Love Island contestants Nicole Samuel, Jess White, and Harriet Blackmore have ignited discussions about the impact of cosmetic procedures on young women's appearances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/complaint-filed-against-larnaca-wetland-construction
The Larnaca Salt Lake Wetland Protection Group has raised alarms over recent interventions in the Natura 2000 site, urging immediate action to halt ongoing projects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/state-to-cover-€12m-shortfall-from-licensing-revenues
Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou expressed satisfaction with the progress of the Local Government Reform, despite minor issues during the initial days of its implementation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/mallias-winery-reviving-cyprus-s-ancient-grape-varieties
In the 1990s, Mallias Winery, originally established by KEO in 1927, played a pivotal role in redefining Cypriot wine by rescuing indigenous grape varieties on the brink of extinction....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/accurate-dating-of-kyrenia-shipwreck-confirmed
Using various lines of evidence researchers have determined that the Kyrenia shipwreck had been constructed between about 345-313 BC and sank between about 286-272 BC......