https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-hits-new-highs-october-sets-record
Tourism in Cyprus continues to shine in 2024, with arrivals nearing 3.73 million between January and October, marking a 4.6% annual increase. This figure also slightly surpasses the same period in 2019, a record-breaking year for Cypriot tourism, showing a 0.81% rise....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/k-treppides-co-ltd-director-george-p-nicolaou-honored-with-young-dragon-awards-nomination
The nomination of George P. Nicolaou, director at K. Treppides & Co Ltd, for the prestigious Young Dragon Awards marks a significant milestone for both him and the company....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-court-of-appeal-increases-sentences-for-child-rape
The Court of Appeal has taken the step of increasing the sentences of a man convicted of raping a child in 2019 in Paphos. This follows a ruling that the sentences initially handed down were "manifestly inadequate."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-s-king-pelted-with-eggs-amid-fury-over-flood-response-in-valencia
Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia faced an angry backlash during a visit to the flood-ravaged Valencia region on Monday, where crowds hurled eggs and booed as they met with residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tgi-fridays-files-for-bankruptcy-to-keep-brand-afloat
TGI Fridays, the American casual dining brand famous for its lively atmosphere and happy-hour tradition, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it grapples with the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-floods-in-spain-s-valencia-region-leave-95-dead-and-many-missing
Severe flooding in Spain's Valencia region has resulted in at least 95 confirmed deaths, with many individuals still unaccounted for as rescue efforts continue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/at-least-95-dead-as-flash-floods-devastate-southeastern-spain
At least 95 people have died due to severe flash floods caused by intense rainfall in southeastern Spain. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/politico-eu-urged-to-establish-spy-agency-to-combat-espionage
The European Union needs a dedicated intelligence agency to strengthen defense against espionage and foreign interference, according to a new report from former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, released Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clocks-fall-back-but-the-debate-over-daylight-saving-time-ticks-on
As clocks across Cyprus and much of Europe turned back an hour early Sunday, the annual ritual of falling back once again sparked the question: Is it time to let go of daylight saving time?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lecture-by-renowned-entrepreneur-john-christodoulou-at-european-university-cyprus
The School of Business of European University Cyprus (EUC), demonstrating its commitment to making a meaningful impact in the business sector and society, hosted a prestigious lecture featuring world-renowned London-based Cypriot-born entrepreneur, John Christodoulou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-eyes-direct-flights-to-the-u-s-aiming-for-new-heights-in-tourism
Let’s accept that we may not solve everything, but we can aim to address some key issues. At the very least, we should lay the groundwork for their resolution....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-strengthens-military-ties-in-crete-with-key-partners-in-medusa-13-2024
The multinational aeronautical exercise "MEDUSA-13/2024" took place in the maritime area of Crete from 11 to 20 October 2024, with the participation of aeronautical assets and Special Operations Units from Cyprus, Greece, Egypt, France and Saudi Arabia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/record-tourist-numbers-for-2024-slightly-surpassing-pre-pandemic-levels
Tourist arrivals in Cyprus reached 3.27 million between January and September 2024, marking a 4.2% increase compared to the same period in 2023, according to data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-addresses-eu-on-cyprus-problem
President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides will brief European leaders on the latest developments in the Cyprus issue within the framework of the European Council in Brussels on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2-000-year-old-skeletons-found-beneath-petra-s-treasury
Archaeologists have uncovered a significant discovery beneath Petra's famed Treasury in Jordan, revealing a tomb with at least 12 human skeletons and artifacts dating back more than 2,000 years. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-president-meets-uk-s-starmer-to-push-for-peace-talks
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides is set to meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street today, where the two leaders will address several critical topics, including efforts to resume negotiations on the Cyprus issue, regional developments, and strengthening bilateral relations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/med9-summit-in-cyprus-pushes-for-humanitarian-aid-to-gaza
At a time when the war crisis in the Middle East is intensifying, raising global concerns, the 11th summit of southern European leaders in Cyprus provided a platform for the EU to address criticism of its inaction on calls for a ceasefire. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/king-of-jordan-joins-med9-summit-in-cyprus-by-invitation
The Republic of Cyprus is hosting the Summit of the nine......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/med9-summit-focuses-on-middle-east-crisis-in-cyprus
Leaders of southern European Union nations are meeting Friday in Paphos for the 11th MED9 Summit, with a focus on the escalating crisis in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/von-der-leyen-backs-€5-million-paphos-haemodialysis-expansion
The new Dialysis Unit at Paphos General Hospital was officially inaugurated this morning by Cyprus President Nicos Christodoulides and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-youth-joblessness-jumps-25-since-2022
A growing number of young people in the United Kingdom......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jordan-s-king-abdullah-joins-med9-summit-for-key-security-talks
Leaders from nine Mediterranean nations convened in Cyprus on Friday for the MED9 Summit, reaffirming their commitment to tackling shared challenges. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-4-million-passengers-at-cyprus-airports
September ended on a positive note regarding passenger traffic at Larnaka and Pafos Airports, Hermes Airports says in a press release, noting that an all-time record for the month has been set....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-conference-cypriot-mp-to-highlight-education-s-role-in-terrorism-prevention
Cypriot MP Rita Theodorou Superman will represent the Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly at the UN International Conference on the Protection of Victims of Terrorism and the Promotion of their Rights......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/australians-evacuate-to-cyprus-as-conflict-in-lebanon-intensifies
Australia commenced a significant evacuation of its nationals from Lebanon on Saturday, utilizing Cyprus as a transit point due to intensified Israeli military actions against Hezbollah. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-president-heads-to-un-talks-with-guterres-tatar
President Nikos Christodoulides will meet with the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and the Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar in New York on October 15, Deputy Government Spokesperson Yiannis Antoniou told CNA on Thursday morning....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-revenue-rises-to-€474-million-in-july
Tourism revenue in Cyprus grew by €19.4 million in July 2024, reaching €474.0 million, an increase of 4.3% compared to €454.6 million in July 2023, according to the results of the Passenger Survey carried out by the Statistical Service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/maggie-smith-beloved-star-of-stage-and-screen-dies-at-89
Maggie Smith, the legendary and award-winning actress, has died at the age of 89. Known for her wide-ranging career, which spanned from The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie to Harry Potter and Downton Abbe...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-and-netherlands-finalize-double-taxation-treaty-for-curacao
Cyprus and the Netherlands have successfully concluded negotiations on a Double Taxation Treaty concerning Curacao, a Caribbean island that is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-greece-and-france-discuss-regional-tensions-and-energy-in-new-york
Leaders from Cyprus, Greece, and France met in New York on Tuesday to discuss rising tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean and a major energy project connecting Cyprus and Greece....
