https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-vs-bureaucracy-can-the-red-tape-finally-be-cut
For years, bureaucracy has been a major roadblock for businesses in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-unveils-ambitious-plans-in-state-of-the-union-address
President Nicos Christodoulides has outlined a sweeping reform plan for 2025, aiming to enhance governance, strengthen security, and accelerate digital transformation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-eoa-demands-demolition-of-illegal-latchi-tourist-complex
The Paphos Provincial Self-Government Organization (EOA) has filed a lawsuit to stop illegal construction at a tourist apartment complex in Latchi....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-construction-in-latchi-sparks-legal-battle
A brewing scandal in Latchi has exposed significant irregularities in the construction of a tourism project, placing local authorities and developers under scrutiny. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-israeli-soldiers-freed-but-disputes-over-civilian-release-spark-tension
Hamas released four Israeli female soldiers on Saturday in a second wave of hostage releases under a fragile ceasefire agreement. The women, who had been held since the October 7 attacks, were handed over in a dramatic public display in Gaza City. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tightens-immigration-rules-with-new-law-changes
In a unanimous decision, the Cyprus House of Representatives has approved an update to the country’s Aliens and Immigration Law, bringing in new changes that aim to modernize the immigration system and align it with the recently created State Ministry of Immigration and International Protection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/construction-permits-surge-in-2024-but-stumble-in-august-due-to-system-hiccups
Building activity in Cyprus showed strong momentum in the first eight months of 2024, with construction permits climbing 8.6% compared to the same period in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-accused-of-using-foreign-companies-to-access-citizen-data
The Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection clarified on Friday that no foreign or domestic company has direct access to government IT systems, records, or databases for issuing fines...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/10-000-migrant-departures-in-2024-asylum-applications-drop-41
Cyprus has seen a significant reduction in asylum applications and migrant arrivals in 2024, according to Deputy Minister for Migration and International Protection, Nicolas Ioannides. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/celebrities-homes-destroyed-as-wildfires-force-hollywood-s-awards-season-to-pause
Hollywood's glittering awards season has hit a major roadblock as devastating wildfires rage across Los Angeles, forcing the cancellation and delay of key events. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-eu-shake-up-includes-higher-schengen-visa-fees-stricter-border-checks-and-key-new-citizenship-rules
In 2024, the European Union implemented several significant changes impacting the Schengen Area and EU citizenship rules....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/2025-a-new-chapter-for-cyprus-s-property-market
2024 was both literally and figuratively a leap year. Metaphorically speaking, we anticipated this shift a year ago as we reflected on 2023 and made our predictions for the year ahead....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-bust-alleged-residence-permit-scam-in-cyprus
It started quietly, as most investigations do. Whispers of a network helping foreign domestic workers obtain fake residence permits reached the Crime Prevention Department (CPS)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/when-does-the-renewal-of-traffic-permits-start
The process of renewing vehicle registration permits for the year 2025 starts in a few days via the Department of Road Transport's website....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/europe-s-salary-showdown
Curious about which European countries are paying the best?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-signs-major-deal-for-airport-upgrades-to-boost-passenger-traffic
Cyprus has officially signed an agreement to settle long-standing disputes over its international airports. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-biggest-corruption-cases-head-towards-a-verdict-in-2025
The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with several high-profile investigations nearing their conclusions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-labour-decrees-in-cyprus-a-win-for-skilled-workers-and-foreign-students
Cyprus is making moves to boost its workforce and fill gaps in key sectors with new policies that give both skilled professionals and foreign students more opportunities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-vatican-politics-and-our-underwater-cable-a-humorous-take-on-cyprus-life
I read it, and I couldn’t believe my eyes. The Vatican is facing serious financial problems....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-nuclear-weapons-at-europes-doorstep
Russia has deployed tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, marking the first time its nuclear arsenal has been stationed outside Russian territory since the Cold War....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-needs-300-000-foreign-workers-amid-labor-shortage
It is estimated that Greece’s labor market needs more than 300,000 workers from other countries, from dishwashers to chefs to carpenters, machine operators and electricians to web and software developers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nato-surrounds-chinese-ship-over-undersea-cable-sabotage
Authorities are investigating the deliberate cutting of two undersea internet cables connecting Finland and Sweden to Central Europe last week, suspecting sabotage by a Chinese cargo vessel. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/primary-residence-and-the-benefit-of-5-reduced-vat-rate
Nowadays having your own permanent residence is a must, however the cost for the acquisition or construction of a house/apartment has significantly increased in the last few years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/italian-village-offers-€1-homes-to-americans-following-u-s-elections
The small village of Ollolai in Sardinia is making a bold appeal to Americans, who, as non-European Union citizens, are being given preferential treatment in its latest campaign to attract new residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/florence-cracks-down-on-over-tourism-in-historic-city-center
As millions of tourists flood Italy’s historic cities, Florence is stepping up efforts to manage the pressures of overtourism. With concerns mounting that the high visitor volume threatens the city’s cultural heritage and livability, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/staff-shortages-stall-local-government-reform-in-cyprus
According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, the implementation of Local Government Reform in Cyprus faces critical staffing and operational challenges, especially in development licensing within Provincial Local Authorities (PLAs). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/entries-for-2025-limassol-carnival-parade-open-november-12
Registration for the 2025 Limassol Carnival Grand Parade will open on Tuesday, November 12, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Limassol Municipality announced....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-bold-day-one-agenda-immigration-gender-policies-and-foreign-relations
President-elect Donald Trump has set an ambitious agenda for his first day in office, outlining policy goals on issues from immigration to energy and international relations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unlicensed-hunter-in-paphos-charged-with-illegal-firearm-transport
A 57-year-old man was charged on Wednesday in Paphos for hunting without a license and illegally transporting a shotgun and ammunition, according to police....
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....
