https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/multiple-violations-on-pervolia-beaches
An official from the Office of the Environment Commissioner has uncovered several violations on the beaches of Pervolia, including unauthorized shacks operating as bars, use of electricity, absence of a lifeguard tower, and vehicle movement on the beaches....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-withdraws-from-us-presidential-race
President Joe Biden has withdrawn from the 2024 presidential race, a decision that injects significant uncertainty into the Democratic nomination process just months before the November election against Donald Trump. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-commemorates-half-a-century-since-turkish-invasion
Half a century has passed since the tragic morning of July 20, 1974, when Turkish forces invaded Cyprus, marking the start of a prolonged period of death, destruction, and occupation that persists to this day. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-prime-minister-of-estonia-taavi-roivas-to-speak-at-da24
The organizing committee of the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit is honored to announce that former Prime Minister of Estonia, Taavi Rõivas, will be a keynote speaker at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/american-journalist-sentenced-to-16-years-in-russian-prison
Evan Gershkovich, an American journalist working for the Wall Street Journal, has been found guilty of espionage by a Russian court and sentenced to 16 years in prison....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/despina-vandi-cancels-turkey-concert-over-flag-and-ataturk-portrait
Greek pop star Despina Vandi refused to perform on a stage in Turkey adorned with its flag and portrait of the country’s founding father, prompting the local mayor to ask her to leave her town, according to Turkish media reports.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/early-bird-tickets-pre-sale-of-tickets-has-started
The organizing committee of #DA24 is pleased to announce that the pre-sale of ''early bird'' tickets at the special price of €70 has begun and will be available until September 9....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/etyfa-criticizes-consortium-for-failing-vasilikos-project
The Natural Gas Infrastructure Company of Cyprus (ETYFA) expressed deep frustration and disappointment on Friday, confirming that the consortium contracted for the Vasilikos project is not only unwilling but also unable to complete the work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/petrolina-honored-with-three-awards-for-outstanding-contributions-to-cypriot-society
Petrolina has been distinguished with three prestigious awards at the Cyprus Responsible Business Awards 2023. The company received the Gold Award for the Petrolina Community and Petrolina Kids Community Volunteer Program,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-civil-servants-to-receive-pay-raises-after-15-year-freeze
PASYDY, the public sector union, announced its approval of a new agreement with the Ministry of Finance to grant pay raises to civil servants beginning October 1, 2024. The deal was reached during today's Joint Staff Committee meeting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hr-legend-beth-davies-at-the-digital-agenda-cyprus-summit
With over 25 years of senior leadership experience at innovative global companies such as Tesla, Apple, Microsoft, and Gap, Beth Davies is a distinguished expert in cultivating company culture, creating customer-centric organizations, developing executives, and fostering a culture of innovation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-shuts-down-archaeological-sites-due-to-extreme-heat
All archaeological sites in Athens will be closed from noon to 5 p.m. due to forecasted high temperatures, the Culture Ministry announced....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bbf-proud-sponsor-of-the-year-for-limassol-nautical-club-at-road-to-paris-2024-press-conference
BBF, the Official Sponsor Partner of the Limassol Nautical Club (LNC) for the year 2023-24, proudly attended a Press Conference held at the LNC premises on Friday, 12 July 2024, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/digital-democracy-digitisation-innovation-participation
The organizing committee of #DA24 has announced that the conference will be held on October 9th at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre. This year’s theme, “Digital Democracy,” will explore digitalization, innovation, and participation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/speak-up-kids-your-voice-matters-on-ekfracy
President Nikos Christodoulides announced an exciting new online platform called EKFRACY (Expression) on Tuesday, aimed at engaging young people aged 15 to 18 in shaping their future.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-promises-better-sports-support-in-cyprus
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides acknowledged on Tuesday evening that the state has not done enough for the sports and culture sectors over the years, pledging that decisions will be taken to set up the infrastructure for Cypriot athletes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/higher-than-normal-temps-to-persist-through-mid-august
Higher than normal temperatures and heatwave episodes are expected for the rest of July until almost the mid of August, according to the Cyprus Department of Meteorology and the Climate Watch of the German Meteorological Service (DWD) for the eastern Mediterranean region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-commission-boycotts-hungarian-presidency
In a bold and unprecedented move, the European Commission announced today its decision to ''boycott'' the six-month Hungarian presidency of the Council of the European Union. This action is a direct response to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's controversial visits to Moscow and Beijing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-and-israel-fund-far-right-groups-blocking-gaza-aid
Under U.S. pressure, Israel has pledged to deliver substantial humanitarian aid to Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-greece-commit-to-eastern-med-security
Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bryan-adams-to-perform-live-in-limassol-this-fall
Legendary singer and multi-platinum songwriter Bryan Adams is set to electrify Cyprus with a live performance at Tsirion Stadium in Limassol on October 16, 2024, as part of his global "So Happy It Hurts" Tour....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-don-t-come-here-just-to-take-video
“Many afternoons, I look at the opening between the trees and think, I’d like to go there too, but I know I can’t...'' says the 15-year-old from...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-arrested-for-drug-possession-and-illegal-employment-in-ayia-napa
Two individuals were arrested in Ayia Napa for drug possession, and another two were arrested for illegal employment during an operation conducted......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/armed-convoy-of-800-fighters-from-paphos-to-nicosia-marred-by-tragedy
In recent months, a freshly painted bus from another era has been placed in a shelter near the roundabout at the Paphos General Hospital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/50-years-since-the-1974-coup-in-cyprus
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the July 15, 1974, coup d'état in Cyprus, orchestrated by the junta regime in Athens with the participation of EOKA B'....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/donors-withhold-$90m-in-election-funding-unless-biden-steps-aside
Donors to a major super PAC backing President Joe Biden are withholding around $90 million in pledged funds, urging the president to step aside, sources told the New York Times. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wailing-sirens-to-commemorate-the-tragic-events-of-1974
In a poignant tribute to a pivotal chapter in its history, Cyprus will activate the sirens of its Public Warning System on significant dates this July, marking the anniversaries of the 1974 coup d’état and the ensuing Turkish invasion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stranded-and-struggling-asylum-seekers-in-cyprus-un-buffer-zone
The UN Buffer Zone in Cyprus has become a temporary refuge for asylum seekers who arrived via Turkey, with 25 individuals currently stranded in the Aglantzia area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sets-course-for-cheaper-electricity-in-2025
Energy, Commerce, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou unveiled Cyprus' ambitious plans for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) during a press conference in Nicosia on Tuesday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/domestic-violence-cases-on-the-rise-in-cyprus
Reports of domestic violence in Cyprus have seen a significant rise, with incidents reaching alarming numbers, Justice and Public Order Minister Marios Hartsiotis told a parliamentary committee on Monday....
