https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/officials-finalize-new-district-maps-after-local-government-overhaul
Work is underway to complete the new district maps of Cyprus, part of a sweeping reform to the country’s local administration that took effect on July 1, 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-court-upholds-tougher-rules-for-glamping-projects
The Supreme Constitutional Court recently made a decision that has significant implications for luxury camping (glamping) and visitor farm projects in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ukraine-strikes-russian-base-with-us-supplied-atcms-missiles
For the first time, Ukraine has used U.S.-supplied ATACMS long-range ballistic missiles to strike Russian territory, targeting a military installation near the town of Karachev in the Bryansk region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-eurobasket-trophy-visits-ecommbx-offices
The Cyprus Basketball Federation and ECOMMBX held a joint press conference today (November 18) to mark their partnership and celebrate ECOMMBX as the ''6th Player'' of the Men’s National Basketball Team in its journey to EuroBasket 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sklavenitis-to-revamp-papantoniou-supermarkets-across-cyprus
In September 2025, the Sklavenitis Cyprus network will officially complete its acquisition of Papantoniou Supermarkets, a move that will significantly reshape the local retail landscape, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kpmg-cyprus-unveils-kpmg-cyprus-real-estate-market-report-insights-13th-edition
The pipeline of real estate projects in Cyprus continues to expand in 2024, with residential developments leading the way. Market liquidity appears to be improving, with Limassol dominating the overall market and the high-end residential segment for 2023 and the first half of 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kalopanagiotis-and-pissouri-named-among-world-s-best-tourist-villages-for-2024
Two villages from Cyprus, Kalopanagiotis and Pissouri, have been recognized as among the best tourist destinations in the world for 2024 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-endless-love-affair-with-unfinished-projects
''Oh Prometheus, if only you knew how much you’ve cost us, you’d blush with shame. Yet no one involved seems to care. In any case, full sails ahead.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-workers-union-sets-sights-on-big-move-in-bank-of-cyprus
Last Thursday, the Cyprus Bank Employees' Association (CBA) announced it had sold its shares in Hellenic Bank to Eurobank, but already, reports suggest ETYK, the Cyprus banking employees’ union, is eyeing its next investment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fired-paphos-polis-road-contractor-wants-€35-million-payout
The Cyprus government has formally terminated its contract with Intrakat, a Greek construction company, for the long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous motorway, citing severe delays and excessive demands from the contractor....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/14-real-estate-investment-opportunities-by-astrobank
AstroBank has listed for sale large residential fields across Cyprus that are ideal for investment purposes.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/help-is-on-the-way-for-young-couples-needing-a-home
Starting Friday, November 15, young people and couples in Cyprus will be able to apply for financial assistance through a new housing plan. The program, designed to support those up to the age of 41, will accept applications online until December 31, 2024, at noon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-reports-€401-million-profit-surge
In the latest financial report, Bank of Cyprus has reported a solid profit of €401 million for the first nine months of 2024—a 15% jump from last year’s €349 million. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sklavenitis-expands-in-cyprus-shaking-up-the-supermarket-scene
The Cypriot supermarket landscape is shifting as Greece's Sklavenitis Group officially takes over Papantoniou Supermarkets. With Competition Protection Commission approval, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-nato-commander-predicts-tensions-in-europe-after-trump-win
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election will lead to significant global changes, according to retired U.S. Navy Admiral James Stavridis. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weekend-rains-bring-floods-across-cyprus-full-forecast-ahead-videos-and-pics
Intense rainfall and hailstorms on Sunday caused flooding, road closures, and damage in several regions across Cyprus, triggering emergency responses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-re-election-could-reshape-cyprus-talks-and-u-s-turkey-relations
The re-election of Donald Trump raises significant questions about the future of U.S. foreign policy, particularly in relation to Cyprus and U.S.-Turkish relations, according to Kathimerini's Yiannis Ioannou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fed-cuts-rates-by-0-25-economic-activity-expands-steadily
The Federal Reserve on Thursday cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points for the second consecutive meeting, bringing the target range to 4.50% to 4.75%, as expected. The decision was unanimous....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-faces-uncertainty-as-scholz-fires-finance-minister
Germany’s governing coalition faces a major crisis amid economic challenges and mounting political strife, as Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed Finance Minister Christian Lindner and announced he will seek a parliamentary vote of confidence on January 15. If Scholz fails to secure support, Germany could see elections as early as March....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/extreme-winds-push-california-fires-out-of-control
Fierce winds lashed California on Wednesday, feeding fast-moving wildfires that destroyed dozens of homes and forced thousands to evacuate....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-election-shakes-global-dynamics-and-raises-concerns-in-cyprus
If anything was clear during the U.S. election campaign, it’s that this election isn’t just about the United States. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-emotional-appeal-vs-harris-s-missed-connections
Experts, academics, and political analysts in Cyprus have weighed in on the reasons behind Donald Trump’s success in the latest U.S. elections and Kamala Harris's defeat. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akamas-road-project-delayed-again-as-investigation-continues
Decisions on key issues surrounding Akamas—particularly potential disciplinary proceedings for the first phase of the road network and the resumption of related work—are running behind schedule....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/techisland-invest-cyprus-team-up-to-attract-global-tech-investment
In a move expected to enhance Cyprus’s appeal as a tech hub, TechIsland has signed an agreement with Invest Cyprus to attract more foreign investors, with a particular focus on the technology sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-joins-world-travel-market-in-london-with-55-exhibitors
Cyprus is present in this year's World Travel Market in London with 55 exhibitors. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/13-real-estate-investment-opportunities-by-astrobank
AstroBank has listed for sale two large houses in Nicosia and Larnaca and other real estate that is ideal for investment purposes in Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/at-the-doorstep-of-mica-what-to-expect-as-crypto-regulation-takes-shape
The European Union's (EU) regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and digital assets is envisioned to be shaped by the game changer, Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-fires-defense-minister-gallant-amid-growing-political-tensions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant after prolonged disputes on national security and domestic issues, further straining Netanyahu's coalition government....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rics-cyprus-property-price-index-with-kpmg-in-cyprus-announces-results-of-2024-q3
On behalf of KPMG in Cyprus, Christophoros Anayiotos, Board Member and Head of the Real Estate Industry Group, stated:...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-election-countdown-what-s-at-stake-for-cyprus-and-europe
With the U.S. election just a day away, the world is on edge. This isn’t just a choice between two candidates; it's about the future direction of the United States and how that might echo across the globe, including in Europe and Cyprus....
