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/senior-cia-officer-takes-public-stance-on-israel-palestine-crisis
In an unusual move, a high-ranking CIA official has stirred controversy by posting a pro-Palestine image on Facebook amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cloudy-spells-temperature-peaks-and-clear-skies-looming
In the midst of the week, the weather takes center stage with a dynamic mix of conditions. Locally increased clouds will make intermittent appearances on Wednesday, accompanied by a temperature surge to 21 degrees across the interior and the coast, and a slightly cooler 12 degrees in the highest mountains....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-prepares-for-arrival-of-first-foreign-humanitarian-aid-for-gaza
In the coming days, Cyprus anticipates the arrival of the initial batch of foreign humanitarian aid destined for Gaza, according to Deputy Government Spokesman Yiannis Antoniou. ...
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/uk-abruptly-cancels-meeting-with-greek-pm-over-parthenon-dispute
In a sudden turn of events, a diplomatic rift has surfaced between the British and Greek governments, revolving around the Parthenon Sculptures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-s-robust-€65-2m-budget-signals-ambitious-2024-plans
At 65.2 million euros, the proposed budget of the Ministry of Tourism for 2024 surpasses previous years, accounting for initial budgets and excluding additional expenditures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministers-focus-on-prevention-in-school-drug-crisis
Last week, Ministers of Education and Justice, along with the Deputy Governor of YKAN, convened to address the escalating concern of drug-related incidents in schools....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-pyla-now-agios-dometios
The actions of the occupation authorities within the buffer zone appear to be following a pattern, aiming to challenge the status quo and create a fait accompli. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/human-remains-found-in-akamas-identified-as-missing-british-resident
The bones discovered on November 15 in Akamas have been positively identified as belonging to John Hugo, a 69-year-old British man and a permanent resident of Cyprus, according to statements from Assistant Police Operations Director Michael Nicolaou to CNA....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-arrested-in-ny-for-alleged-synagogue-theft
In a surprising turn of events, George Theodoulidis, who had been the subject of concern due to an unexplained absence, was arrested, drawing public attention. His disappearance prompted relatives to take to social media seeking information....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/education-minister-pushing-for-all-day-schools
The Ministry of Education in Cyprus, led by Minister Athena Michaelidou, is on a mission to supercharge the all-day school scene. The goal? Give kids more time to learn and develop skills in a school setting....
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-approves-more-releases-as-truce-nears-deadline
In a surprising turn of events, the Israel-Hamas truce has rolled into its fifth day, bringing a ray of hope amid the recent tensions. Both sides have been diligently releasing hostages, signaling a possible thaw in the conflict....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/open-university-of-cyprus-fined-€45-000-for-data-breach
The Open University of Cyprus has incurred a €45,000 fine from Commissioner for Personal Data Protection, Irini Loizidou, in connection with a cyber-attack that transpired in March....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/chevron-granted-extension-for-crucial-aphrodite-field-proposal-submission
Chevron has successfully obtained an extension until Friday, December 1, to submit a crucial letter detailing its plans for the development of the ''Aphrodite'' field,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ey-cyprus-redefines-corporate-reporting-landscape-at-3rd-annual-insights-event
EY Cyprus organised its 3rd Annual Corporate Reporting Insights event titled ‘Connectivity: Reforming Corporate Reporting.’ ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-case-of-swine-flu-strain-detected-in-uk
In a recent development, health officials in the UK have confirmed the detection of a person infected with a strain of flu akin to viruses observed in pigs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lagarde-s-stance-on-cryptos-revealed-amidst-family-investment-fallout
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde disclosed that her son experienced significant losses while investing in cryptocurrency, as reported by Reuters on November 24. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/dac6-revisited-through-the-prism-of-dac8
The Directive on Administration Cooperation (''DAC'') has been amended multiple times since 2011 to allow for the automatic exchange of information across multiple fields of taxation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-sounds-alarm-on-mysterious-child-respiratory-illness-in-northern-china
In response to a respiratory illness affecting children in northern China, the World Health Organization (WHO) has requested ''detailed information'' from Chinese authorities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-9-year-old-s-heartbreaking-journey-from-hostage-to-home
In a harrowing ordeal, Emily Hunt spent her ninth birthday as a hostage in Gaza, caught in the crossfire of a Hamas attack in southern Israel. Reuniting with her father after fears of her demise, Emily's story sheds light on the toll of conflict.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/portugal-breaks-records-with-149-hours-of-uninterrupted-renewable-energy
In a remarkable feat, Portugal achieved a new milestone by generating more renewable energy than its electricity demands for an unprecedented 149 consecutive hours....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christmas-villages-across-cyprus-sparkle-in-seasonal-grandeur
In a joyous celebration on the evening of November 25, 2023, the Christmas Villages for 2023-2024 were officially launched in Kyperounda....
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/cloudy-skies-and-cool-breezes-take-over
A mashup of weather vibes – expect partly cloudy skies with intermittent drama from dense clouds....
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/snow-white-kitten-rescued-from-garbage-and-finds-home-for-christmas
In a heartwarming holiday rescue, a vigilant garbageman saved a two-day-old snow-white kitten, aptly named Tiny Tim, just moments before being crushed in a garbage truck....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aradippou-s-tasty-journey-at-the-christmas-soup-fest
Get ready to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit as Aradippou dons its festive attire for a spectacular celebration, featuring a vibrant array of events for both children and adults....