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/cyprus-police-reshuffles-key-roles-in-long-awaited-overhaul
In what many see as a much-needed shake-up, the Cyprus Police Department has initiated a significant reshuffling, with key transfers across the ranks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-targets-traffic-offenders-with-new-photo-radar-e-toll-systems
Cyprus is gearing up to roll out two new systems to better enforce traffic violations captured by radar cameras and to ensure fines reach offenders who have avoided detection or failed to pay up. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/extra-500-troops-deployed-to-spain-amid-ongoing-search-for-flood-victims
Spain intensified efforts on Friday to locate dozens still missing after deadly floods claimed 158 lives, with hopes of finding survivors dimming as rescue crews entered a third day of searching....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-raises-penalty-points-for-license-suspension
The House of Representatives passed an amendment to the Motor Vehicles and Traffic Law, increasing the threshold for temporary driving license suspension from 12 to 16 penalty points. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/experts-urge-creation-of-cyprus-digital-development-organization-to-drive-reform
Cyprus has long sought to drive digital reform across various ministries, agencies, and central administration, but these efforts have largely fallen short....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greek-retailer-praktiker-hellas-considers-cyprus-expansion
The Greek home improvement chain Praktiker Hellas is exploring a potential expansion into Cyprus, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....
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/major-organized-crime-sweep-in-nicosia
A significant operation targeting organized crime began early Wednesday morning, October 30, in the Nicosia district. Authorities, including the Nicosia Crime Investigation Unit, the Crime Prevention Squad, and canine units, have mobilized for the extensive crackdown....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/james-o-brien-to-lead-key-meeting-with-greek-turkish-ambassadors
US Assistant Secretary of State James O’Brien will meet jointly on Wednesday with Greece’s Ambassador to the United States Ekaterini Nassika and her Turkish counterpart, Sedat Onal....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/euronet-remains-only-bidder-in-delayed-jcc-payment-systems-sale
The process for the sale of JCC Payment Systems, which began confidentially over the summer, appears to have hit a "snag," with Euronet as the only prospective buyer.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-faces-financial-imbalance-as-assets-fall-short-of-liabilities
As of December 2023, Cyprus' economy is navigating a complex financial landscape, with total assets in financial instruments reaching €869 billion. However, the country also faces a notable financial shortfall, with liabilities exceeding assets by about €29 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-bans-unrwa-restricting-key-aid-services-to-palestinian-refugees
Israel’s parliament has passed legislation to bar the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within its borders, a move that could drastically impact services for millions of Palestinian refugees living in occupied territories....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/increase-in-missing-minors-from-cyprus-juvenile-homes-raises-alarms
Cyprus is grappling with a steady rise in cases of minors disappearing from juvenile homes, a long-standing issue of national welfare policy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-finance-chief-moved-amid-questions-over-government-transparency
Papnayiotis Rougalas reports in this Sunday's Kathimerini that the Council of Ministers of Cyprus announced a significant reshuffle on Thursday,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/paphos-airport-will-expand-to-boost-capacity-and-modernize-facilities
Hermes Airports has submitted a proposal to expand Paphos Airport to better accommodate rising passenger numbers and bring facilities up to modern standards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-trafficking-ring-uncovered-in-cyprus-involving-former-football-player
The Anti-Trafficking Bureau in Cyprus is intensifying its efforts to unravel a serious case involving an organized trafficking ring that is believed to be sexually exploiting women on the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-new-era-of-accounting-services-a-complete-solution-for-cfos
Comprehensive Solutions for CFOs in the Modern Accounting Landscape, in the fast-paced business world of today, strategic financial management has become increasingly critical....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/goodbye-and-thanks-for-all-the-halloumi
I depart Cyprus after a little over two years as the British High Commissioner. What are my main reflections?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cbc-urges-banks-to-show-social-responsibility-despite-sector-s-strength
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) released its annual Financial Stability Report for 2023 on Tuesday, indicating that the financial sector is overall strong and capable of handling unexpected challenges. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/north-korea-sends-troops-to-russia-raising-concerns-over-their-role-in-ukraine-conflict
The U.S. government has reported that North Korea has sent at least 3,000 troops to Russia, raising concerns that they may be deployed to fight in Ukraine....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hezbollah-leader-in-waiting-killed-in-israeli-airstrike
Hezbollah has confirmed the death of Hashem Safieddine, a high-ranking official and heir apparent to its current leader Hassan Nasrallah, following an Israeli airstrike.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/18-of-cypriot-businesses-hit-by-cyberattacks-in-2023
In 2023, nearly one in five businesses in Cyprus reported experiencing a cyberattack, according to a recent survey by the Cyprus IT Enterprises Association (CITEA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-surpasses-pre-pandemic-financial-levels-with-growing-surplus
Cyprus is bouncing back from recent economic challenges, with its financial health improving dramatically. Current fiscal surpluses now exceed what they were before the pandemic, thanks to a significant increase in revenue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-rescued-after-being-wedged-upside-down-for-7-hours
A woman in Australia faced a dramatic situation when she became trapped upside down for seven hours while trying to retrieve her lost phone from a crevice between boulders in the Hunter Valley region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heart-wrenching-video-highlights-the-plight-of-children-in-gaza
A heartbreaking video has emerged from Gaza, capturing the dire circumstances faced by children caught in the ongoing conflict. In the footage, a young girl walks barefoot on the road, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-suspect-plead-guilty-in-murder-of-dimitris-andronikos
Key figures in the criminal ambush of Dimitris Andronikos, known as ''Dimitroui,'' admitted guilt today in Nicosia’s Court of Cassation, marking a significant development in the case. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-under-siege-as-cyberattacks-raise-alarms
Since October 17, hackers have been launching a series of targeted attacks on various organizations and companies across Cyprus, sparking public debate about the country's ability to fend off cyber threats. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/massive-cyber-attacks-target-key-websites-in-cyprus
In the past 24 hours, Cyprus has been hit by a series of major cyber attacks, targeting both government websites and critical internet infrastructure....
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....
