https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/9-420-deported-from-cyprus-in-2024
As of December 13, Cyprus has deported or repatriated 9,420 people in 2024, marking a slight increase compared to the 9,276 recorded during the same period last year, according to a statement from the Police....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-trend-of-deep-fake-nude-photos
Organizations and internet safety experts are raising alarms over the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) to create realistic but fake nude images of real women....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-slow-syrian-asylum-withdrawals-amid-ongoing-instability
The flow of Syrians requesting to withdraw their asylum applications in Cyprus remains low, despite the growing number of inquiries from individuals seeking information about the process. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-courts-german-investors-while-rejecting-a-united-cyprus
In a bid to boost the economy of the self-declared Turkish Cypriot state, Ersin Tatar is calling on international investors, particularly from Germany, to explore opportunities in the occupied territories....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/syrian-refugees-in-cyprus-urge-government-to-facilitate-their-safe-return-to-syria
A group of Syrian refugees in Cyprus, known as ''Syrians in Cyprus,'' has submitted a letter to Deputy Minister of Immigration and International Protection, Nicolas Ioannidis,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/moody-s-nick-hill-on-financial-risks-and-opportunities-for-2025
In an insightful conversation with Kathimerini's Panayiotis Rougalas, Nick Hill discusses the key macroeconomic risks and opportunities facing the region in 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/snapshots-of-an-otherworldly-presence
Andros Efstathiou's photography exhibition "Nicosia International Airport" opens on Friday, December 13th. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/epic-street-fest-xmas-edition-2024-–-bigger-better-and-more-festive-than-ever
The most epic Christmas street festival is back in Nicosia, ready to fill the city with music, delicious food and drinks, and of course, even more festive magic!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-banker-bank-of-cyprus-wins-bank-of-the-year-award-again-for-2024
The Banker, one of the leading international publications focused on banking and finance, has named Bank of Cyprus the Bank of the Year in Cyprus in its 2024 awards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/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...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-prime-minister-and-cyprus-president-tackle-key-issues
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to Cyprus on Monday was more than just a diplomatic formality — it was a historic moment. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-hosts-diplomatic-events-with-british-prime-minister-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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kurdish-community-in-cyprus-calls-for-u-s-action-to-halt-turkish-attacks-in-syria
The Kurdish community in Cyprus called on the United States for help to stop attacks by Turkey and Ankara-backed groups in northern Syria....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clerides-urges-president-to-modernize-british-bases-agreement
Former Attorney General of the Republic, Costas Clerides, has submitted a proposal to the President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, urging the initiation of a dialogue with the United Kingdom concerning the British military Bases in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/syrians-withdrawing-asylum-requests-says-deputy-minister-of-migration
Syrian nationals in Cyprus are beginning to submit applications to withdraw their asylum requests, according to Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection, Nikolas Ioannidis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-surprising-rise-of-al-jolani-and-its-implications-for-syria-and-cyprus
No one expected that al-Jolani, a man who began his journey in the Salafi jihadism of al-Qaeda’s Syrian branch, would lead such a counteroffensive from the anti-Assad Sunni opposition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hellenic-bank-ceo-michalis-louis-on-merger-plans-and-cyprus-future
According to Kathimerini's Panayiotis Rougalas, Michalis Louis, in his first interview since becoming CEO of Hellenic Bank, discussed the challenges and opportunities ahead, especially in the context of the bank’s merger plans and its strategies for growth....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/minister-of-finance-outlines-plans-for-a-fairer-more-efficient-and-globally-competitive-tax-system
Speaking at an Open Discussion Event organized by the G.R.M. Professional Training Center at the St. Raphael Resort in Limassol, under the theme “The Upcoming Tax Reform in Cyprus: Purpose, Guidelines, and Timelines,” the Minister announced that a comprehensive meeting is planned for early 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/major-developments-expected-in-2025-for-vasilikos
The year 2025 is shaping up to be pivotal for the long-delayed PV terminal project in Vasilikos, following last year’s setback caused by the withdrawal of the Chinese consortium CMC. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/end-of-an-era-assad-flees-syria-as-government-collapses
In a dramatic and swift turn of events, the Syrian government has collapsed, marking the end of the Assad family's 50-year rule....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/notre-dame-reopens-to-global-dignitaries
The iconic Notre Dame Cathedral reopened to global acclaim, marking a monumental milestone since the devastating fire of 2019....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/approximately-12-investigations-underway-by-the-independent-authority-against-corruption
Transparency Commissioner Harris Pogiatzis revealed that around 12 investigations by the Independent Authority Against Corruption are currently in progress, with results expected to be announced soon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-warns-cyprus-over-missile-system-cites-arms-race-risk
Turkey has strongly criticized Cyprus’s integration of the advanced Barak MX anti-aircraft missile system into its National Guard, calling the move a threat to regional stability. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ai-in-finance-embrace-the-future-or-be-left-behind
Technology is changing how we do everything, and finance is no different. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spacex-lands-$843m-deal-to-kill-the-international-space-station
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has been awarded an $843 million contract to oversee one of NASA’s most ambitious tasks yet: the controlled deorbit and destruction of the International Space Station (ISS). ...
