https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-and-cyprus-join-forces-in-maritime-aeronautical-exercise
A strategic and highly coordinated aeronautical exercise between Cyprus and the United States took place on Monday, featuring intricate tactical movements, advanced maneuvers, and technical gymnastics. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russia-joins-condemnation-amidst-un-buffer-zone-tensions
Swift condemnation has followed the recent attacks on United Nations peacekeepers and the resulting damage to UN vehicles by Turkish Cypriots. A draft statement addressing the incidents in the village of Pyla, including plans by Turkey, is currently being considered by the Security Council....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/towns-chase-transformative-cultural-thrones
Larnaca, Limassol, and Nicosia have begun working towards the title of the European Capital of Culture for 2030, and it seems that the municipalities of Ypsonas and Ayia Napa also want to join this effort....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/euroasia-interconnector-seeks-alternative-funding
The developer of the EuroAsia Interconnector is seeking alternative funding avenues to construct Cyprus' electricity interconnection with the European Union, following the European Investment Bank's rejection of a loan request. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fattal-group-acquires-grand-resort-hotel
The Israeli hospitality conglomerate, Fattal Hotel Group, is continuing its expansion in Cyprus by acquiring the five-star GrandResort hotel in Limassol, according to an announcement by Invest Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chloraka-complex-agios-nikolaos-shut-down-as-president-tightens-security
In response to recent incidents, President Nicos Christodoulides convened a meeting at the Presidential Palace to address the situation in Chloraka. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/andros-kyprianou-discusses-akel-s-surprising-no-to-the-annan-plan
"The looming threat of Tassos' resignation if the 'yes' vote was adopted for the Annan Plan," states Andros Kyprianou, former Secretary General of AKEL's Central Committee, in an interview with "K."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pyla-developments-raise-alarm-in-nicosia
For months, the intention of the Turkish side to occupy a part of the buffer zone in Nicosia has been known. They plan to construct a road from the village of Arso to Pyla....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-shines-as-europe-s-top-eco-friendly-destination
Sweden is Europe’s most sustainable travel destination, the new Sustainable Travel Index for 2023 by Euromonitor International has shown....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-eases-defense-trade-rules-for-cyprus-in-2024
The US Secretary of State has lifted the Defense Trade Restrictions on the Republic of Cyprus for the fiscal year 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-peacekeepers-hospitalized-after-assault-in-pyla-buffer-zone
Three UN peacekeepers are being treated in hospital after an assault within the buffer zone near Pyla by personnel of the Turkish Cypriot side earlier in the day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-video-shows-turkish-cypriot-un-peacekeepers-clash-near-pyla-buffer-zone
Fresh video footage has come to light depicting the clashes that transpired on Friday morning within the buffer zone near Pyla, involving Turkish Cypriots and United Nations personnel....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clashes-erupt-in-pyla-buffer-zone-as-un-prevent-roadwork
Clashes erupted this morning within the buffer zone near Pyla, Cyprus, as Turkish Cypriots confronted United Nations personnel. The incident unfolded as UN peacekeepers intervened to block unauthorized road construction between occupied Arsus and Pyla, which violates the established status quo....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tensions-rise-as-peacekeepers-confront-construction-dispute-in-buffer-zone
Clashes erupted earlier today within the buffer zone near Pyla as tensions escalated between Turkish Cypriots and United Nations personnel....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/foreign-nationals-arrested-for-money-laundering-in-singapore
The Singaporean Police arrested 10 foreigners on suspicion of money laundering and forgery offenses in connection with a case involving 1 billion Singapore dollars (737 million dollars) in cash, luxury cars, and other assets.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-corruption-figures-return-to-court
On September 12, 2023, the four accused individuals will once again appear before the Nicosia District Court in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-money-blues-why-s-the-economy-going-south
"Currency developments validate predictions made some time ago. The high interest rate environment will be a new reality accompanying us for several years," former Minister of Finance Constantinos Petrides stated in a post on the platform 'X'....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/museum-curator-sacked-for-selling-priceless-artifacts-on-ebay
A member of staff who was allegedly stealing priceless items from the British Museum was named to bosses three years ago - after they went up for sale on eBay....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-s-solar-climb-to-2030-green-triumph
The rapid expansion of solar power is propelling most EU countries toward achieving their 2030 renewable energy goals ahead of schedule, according to new data. This development is boosting optimism in global emission reduction efforts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-fbi-leader-guilty-in-russian-oligarch-plot
The former head of counterintelligence for the FBI’s New York field office pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy in connection to a scheme working for a sanctioned Russian oligarch in 2021.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-tech-water-system-discovered-in-cyprus
A complex water drainage system was brought to light by the archaeologists at the site of Dromolaxia-Vyzakia, Larnaca district. The discovery offers important insights into the organisation of Late Bronze Age urban centres in Cyprus.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cabinet-to-decide-on-flexible-working-in-cyprus-public-sector
The Council of Ministers is poised to make a decision regarding proposed flexible working arrangements in the public sector this August, according to Maria Kleanthous, First Officer and Head of the Human Resources Management and Labour Relations Section of the Department of Public Administration and Personnel. The move comes as part of the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, with a target completion date set for the close of 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/migrant-and-refugee-border-crossings-down-29
The number of detections of irregular border crossings by migrants and refugees at EU’s external borders declined by 29% in the first seven months of 2023 compared to the same period last year, according to preliminary calculations published by Frontex....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tourism-up-32-upbeat-outlook
Tourism in Cyprus has recorded a 32% increase this year compared to last year, according to Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/top-restaurants-to-celebrate-august-15th-in-style
As summer reaches its peak, locals and visitors in Nicosia are gearing up for a memorable August 15th celebration. While many might head to the coast or countryside for the occasion, others are finding exciting ways to enjoy the holiday in the city....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-navy-fires-warning-shots-at-uncooperative-cargo-ship
For the first time in nearly a month, a Russian warship has fired warning shots toward a cargo ship in the Black Sea on Sunday after the captain allegedly failed to respond to a request to inspect the ship....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mount-etna-eruption-forces-airport-closure-in-italy
The company that manages Catania Airport in Sicily announced this morning that all morning flights departing from or arriving at the airport are canceled due to the eruption of Mount Etna, as ash covers the airspace of the area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-49-years-since-turkey-s-dramatic-military-expansion
Today commemorates the forty-ninth anniversary of the second phase of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. In this phase, Turkish military forces, having initially invaded the island on July 20, 1974,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/startups-get-boost-from-new-pre-seed-program
The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) has introduced the PRE-SEED program, welcoming entrepreneurs and early-stage startups with open arms. The program offers aspiring business owners the opportunity to secure equity-free funding,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tesla-model-x-resurrects-in-ukraine-after-totaling-in-the-u-s
A Tesla Model X totaled in the U.S. late last year suddenly came back online and started sending notifications to the phone of its former owner, CNBC Executive Editor Jay Yarow, months later....
