https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-pack-bags-for-record-breaking-2023-getaways
Cypriots are preparing suitcases for abroad, taking advantage of the short holidays offered by the Christmas and New Year celebrations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vatican-allows-small-portion-of-cremated-ashes-to-be-stored-in-personal-places
The Vatican has modified its stance on the storage of cremated ashes, now allowing a small portion to be kept in a place of significance for the deceased, in contrast to previous guidance stating ashes must be kept in ''sacred places.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/kissinger-and-us
Henry Alfred Kissinger (1923-2023) undeniably stood as one of the leading figures in American foreign policy and diplomacy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/developer-s-double-plea-amidst-partially-frozen-road-project-in-akamas
None of those who attended the meeting of the Environment Committee left any wiser about what is happening in the projects that have been carried out in recent months for the first phase of improvement of part of the road network of the Akamas National Forest Park....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-achieves-historic-50-drop-in-asylum-applications
There is a 50% reduction in the period March-October 2023 in new asylum applications compared to the 2022 corresponding period, the Interior Ministry said on Tuesday, noting at the same time that for the first time, the overall balance of arrivals-returns presents a positive picture, and Cyprus is now ranking in the first places among European states in absolute numbers of returns....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-eyes-$1-22-billion-for-electric-cars
Cyprus is set to undergo a transformative phase with its revised Recovery and Resilience Plan, valued at $1.22 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-takes-on-mosquito-menace-as-residents-warned-to-drain-trouble-spots
Municipal authorities in Larnaca are intensifying systematic mosquito spraying efforts as residents are found neglecting areas conducive to mosquito breeding. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nations-unite-for-a-tobacco-free-tomorrow
There is a growing number of countries implementing measures to curb smoking, to eradicate the habit in future generations. Portugal, Canada, Australia, France, New Zealand, Mexico, and the UK are among those taking steps to create a smoke-free generation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-s-rejection-shakes-up-gaza-crisis
Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a deal for a five-day ceasefire with Palestinian militant groups in Gaza in return for the release of some of the hostages held in the territory early in the war, according to sources familiar with the negotiations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministries-unite-to-transform-halloumi-industry
There is a need for order, mainly regarding the conduct of inspections but also other issues related to the production and distribution of halloumi cheese, the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Agriculture are trying, with George Papanastasiou and Petros Xenofontos agreeing that the management of all issues concerning the product, should be transferred to one and only ministry. And this was deemed necessary, since halloumi is now a protected designation of origin....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-s-mental-health-services-focus-on-prevention
In a world where the challenges of modern life continue to escalate, the importance of comprehensive mental health services cannot be overstated....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-special-op-forces-in-israel-helping-to-locate-hostages
American commandos on the ground in Israel are helping locate the more than 200 hostages seized during Hamas’ surprise cross-border attacks on Oct. 7, the Pentagon’s top special operations police official said Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-passport-ranks-21st-worldwide-thanks-to-its-perks-and-power
Cyprus's passport is currently the 21st most powerful globally, with a total score of 104.00. This ranking considers not only travel opportunities but also taxation, global reputation, dual citizenship policies, and personal freedom....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/key-economic-issues-dominate-the-headlines
Despite various actions taken and a decrease in inflation, there are worries about the central bank's ability to achieve its goals. Some experts suggest that the target of 2% price growth, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-to-take-a-razor-to-his-beard
In a surprising and charitable move, the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, has decided to shave his beard after nearly two months of sporting it....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gears-up-for-potential-middle-east-evacuations-of-over-100-000-people
Cyprus is actively preparing for potential large-scale evacuations of citizens from various nationalities in the Middle East, particularly Israel, Lebanon, and the broader region, following the recent conflict outbreak in the Middle East. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/google-maps-incident-reveals-offensive-messages-near-gaza
When Google Maps users navigated to the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Tuesday, they might have seen placenames that included, “F**k Israel,” and “May god curse Israel’s Jerusalem.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/walt-disney-s-100-year-story-of-success
The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gaza-we-are-not-hamas
After days of devastating Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip, residents of the besieged enclave say there is no way to escape death....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-raises-alarm-over-us-carrier-near-israel
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has criticized the US for sending a group of warships to the eastern Mediterranean in a show of solidarity with Israel which on Sunday formally declared war on Hamas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rainfall-and-power-outages-amidst-thunderstorms-today
Heavy rainfall was observed in various areas of Cyprus on Wednesday afternoon (11/10). The Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms possibly accompanied by hail....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-customary-warning-ongoing-idf-hamas-clash
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continue their fierce battle against Hamas in the southern region of Israel, with military spokesperson Lt. Col. Richard Hecht confirming the prolonged conflict more than 48 hours after a surprise attack by the Palestinian militant group. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/angels-pet-cemetery-redefines-pet-farewell-in-cyprus
Angelos Petevinos, a devoted pet owner, found himself in a heart-wrenching situation a few years ago when his beloved dog, Sushi, fell seriously ill....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-first-autism-homes-opened-by-voice-for-autism
In a momentous occasion on October 2, 2023, the NGO Voice for Autism proudly inaugurated two groundbreaking group homes in Lakatamia, Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finance-ministry-s-new-measures-for-vulnerable-in-the-works
The Finance Ministry is considering new measures to support particularly the vulnerable groups of society amid the continuing pressures from high prices and inflation, Makis Keravnos Minister of Finance said on Monday, adding the measures were in the pipeline irrespective of the rating upgrades by Moody’s and DBRS Morningstar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sepaga-emi-named-one-of-the-top-20-great-places-to-work-in-europe
Nicosia, Cyprus – 26/9/2023 – Sepaga EMI, a leading fully licensed and regulated Electronic Money Institution by the Central Bank of Cyprus (License No. 115.1.3.18/2018) since 2017 takes pride in providing its clients with exceptional financial solutions for managing their funds and global payments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-level-of-professional-coaching-in-cyprus
ICF Cyprus Chapter has opened its doors in Cyprus as a chapter of the International Coaching Federation. ICF is the leading global organization of 62,000-plus professional personal and business coaches....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ministry-on-high-alert-as-fuel-prices-soar-globally
Constantinos Karagiorgis, Director of the Consumer Protection Service at the Ministry of Commerce, Energy, and Industry, has noted a concerning and continuous rise in fuel prices on the international stage. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-considers-making-face-covering-in-protests-a-crime
DISY is set to present a proposal to amend the Penal Code to criminalize participating in demonstrations while deliberately concealing one's identity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deputy-minister-koumis-paves-way-for-more-seats-to-cyprus
Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis had important contacts in recent days in Stockholm and Helsinki, with the aim of increasing the number of air seats offered to our country for the next year....
