https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-22-1-surge-in-commercial-flights-in-september-2023
In a promising turn for the aviation industry, Cyprus experienced a remarkable upswing in commercial flights in September 2023. Data gathered by Eurocontrol and published by Eurostat, the EU's statistical service, unveiled a 22.1% increase in the number of flights compared to September 2022. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-demands-1-1-million-to-evacuate-north-gaza
In a harrowing turn of events, the Israel-Hamas conflict has reached a critical juncture. Israel has issued a startling demand, calling for the evacuation of all 1.1 million Palestinians in North Gaza, amounting to nearly half of the strip's population. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/types-of-coffee-loved-by-cypriots
As coffee still reigns supreme as the most popular beverage in Cyprus, our coffee culture has evolved, with Cypriots embracing varieties from distant regions of the world, such as Brazil, Nicaragua and Costa Rica. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ireland-s-tax-policies-fill-sovereign-fund-coffers
Countries like Saudi Arabia, Norway, and Chile have long established their own sovereign-wealth funds....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/portugal-and-austria-airlift-citizens-from-israel-to-cyprus
Approximately 160 individuals were transported from Israel to Cyprus throughout yesterday and today using a C-130 aircraft operated by the Portuguese Air Force....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unprecedented-escalation-in-gaza-and-cyprus-response
The escalation in Gaza, triggered by Hamas' surprise terror campaign last Saturday, has plunged the Middle East into a renewed cycle of violence within the context of the Arab-Israeli conflict. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-israel-war-s-impact-on-economy-and-energy-prices
Economists have been examining the inevitable economic consequences of the war in Israel, particularly its influence on fuel and electricity costs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/families-reveal-painful-ordeal-amid-israel-s-war
Amid the devastating war in Israel, relatives of hostages have had to learn of their kidnappings through frantic, whispered phone calls and videos posted to social media....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/emirates-introduces-biometric-passport-free-travel
We all know that there are loads of perks when it comes to travelling with Emirates — from luxe amenities kits to a variety of food choices and earning Skywards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-mysteries-unearthed-on-cyprus-northern-coastline
In the vicinity of the occupied village of Davlos, specifically at the location of Vikli (Galounia), an astonishing geological formation has captivated attention. This formation comprises a sequence of alternating layers of clay, marl, sandstone, limestone, and other rocks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-president-s-startling-revelation-about-food
In April 2022, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy head of Russia’s Security Council, said on his Telegram channel: “Our food is our silent weapon. Silent — but formidable."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-real-estate-investment-opportunities-by-astrobank
AstroBank is selling properties in several districts to suit all prospective buyers’ needs, whether for personal use or as an investment. The Bank's portfolio includes houses and apartments, office space, land, and commercial buildings. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-seeks-centralized-energy-storage-solution
As part of the Save and Upgrade plan, only eight applications have been submitted thus far for the installation of home storage systems. It's important to note that these grants exclude new homes, which are expected to meet almost zero energy consumption standards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-train-s-revenue-plummets-after-floods
Italian-owned railway operator Hellenic Train will reportedly seek to renegotiate its contract with the Greek state, sources have indicated, as the company faces massive revenue losses stemming from September’s floods in central Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-ports-stand-ready-to-secure-global-south-s-grain-supply
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis addressed the EU Foreign Ministers' meeting in Kyiv, stressing the significant consequences resulting from the breakdown of an agreement with Russia concerning the secure export of Ukrainian grain via the Black Sea. This development is particularly critical for the supply of countries in the global south....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/inflation-fears-and-green-investments
The European Central Bank (ECB) has revised its inflation forecast upward, now predicting that inflation will reach 5.6% in 2023 and 3.2% in 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/moody-s-double-upgrade-ignites-investor-interest
Last Friday, Moody's delivered a double upgrade for Cyprus, propelling the nation into the investment-grade category recognized by all four major financial firms. Although these rankings may appear modest, their real-world impact is substantial....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/€9-5-million-tourism-investment-shaping-paralimni-s-future
In a significant development within the Famagusta province, specifically in the municipality of Paralimni, a noteworthy €9.5 million investment project is currently underway in the tourism sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/electricity-prices-surge-by-3-in-latest-billing-cycle
In a recent development, electricity prices have witnessed a notable uptick, surging by 3% when compared to the preceding month. Christina Papadopoulou, the spokesperson for EAC (the electricity authority), elucidated that a significant portion of this increase, amounting to 1.20%, is earmarked for third-party entities rather than being allocated to AHK....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/government-faces-mounting-criticism-over-six-month-stumble
If a governing coalition in a state aspiring to be European were to make as many mistakes and omissions as the Christodoulides government has in just six months, it would face strong opposition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rory-mcilroy-sparks-europe-s-ryder-cup-victory
Shane Lowry has said that Europe's 2023 Ryder Cup triumph sits right alongside his Open victory at Portrush in 2019....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/15-4-spike-in-public-expenditure-for-2024
In the 2024 Budget, there's a notable rise of EUR 0.5 billion in public personnel expenditure. According to the Council of Ministers' approved budget table for 2024, this marks a substantial increase of 496 million euros. In terms of percentages, this surge amounts to 15.4% compared to the personnel expenditure allocated for the public sector in 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/online-applications-open-for-child-tuition-and-feeding-subsidy-scheme
As of August 28, 2023, parents of eligible children up to four years old can apply for the Child Tuition and Feeding Subsidy Scheme through a dedicated online platform. The initiative aims to provide financial support to parents for early childhood education and nutrition....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nikos-christodoulides-joins-med9-summit-in-malta
President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides departs Friday for Malta to participate in the MED9 Summit, which will take place in Valletta in the afternoon of the same day....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-2-000-users-raise-alarm-over-iphone-15-pro-heat
Numerous Apple customers have voiced concerns about the recently launched iPhone 15, citing issues of overheating just days after its release....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-freaks-out-in-response-to-fraud-ruling
Soon after New York Judge Arthur Engoron found Donald Trump and his adult sons liable for fraud and canceled the Trump Organization’s business certification on Tuesday, the disgraced former president freaked out about it in a lengthy all-caps rant on Truth Social that he appeared to have originally written yesterday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/foreign-buyers-flock-to-cyprus-real-estate
Recent data on property sales in Cyprus reveal distinct trends in different provinces. Notably, the real estate landscape in Nicosia contrasts sharply with that of coastal provinces....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-welcomes-most-tourists-among-eu-countries-with-91-of-visitors-from-abroad
In 2022, the EU received 45.8% of all international tourism arrivals in the world, despite representing 3.0% of the world's land area and 5.6% of the world's population, according to the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) shared by Eurostat on the occasion of World Tourism Day (27 September)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/war-in-ukraine-nears-potential-dirty-deal-conclusion
Thomas Friedman, American political commentator, author and weekly columnist for The New York Times, tells Kathimerini that the ongoing war in Ukraine will probably be resolved with “a dirty deal” that will include the loss of a part of eastern Ukraine in exchange for Kyiv’s accession to NATO and the European Union....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-port-s-grand-eco-art-showcase-for-world-tourism-day
In celebration of World Tourism Day, DP World Limassol, in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, hosted a special event last week for terminal passengers. The event's primary objective was to promote sustainable practices within the shipping sector....