https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-airport-successfully-completes-emergency-drill
Hermes Airports conducted a successful emergency exercise at Larnaca International Airport, involving key agencies such as the Department of Civil Aviation, Cyprus Police, Fire Brigade, Cyprus Airways, and various government services. ...
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/cyprus-activates-national-plan-for-potential-evacuations-from-lebanon
Nicosia remains on high alert as it prepares for potential crises stemming from escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, including the possibility of a large-scale conflict involving Hezbollah in Lebanon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/letymbiotis-announces-activation-of-cyprus-‘estia-evacuation-plan
Cyprus’ national evacuation plan ''Estia'' for the reception and repatriation of citizens of third countries, is in full operation, Government Spokesperson Constantinos Letymbiotis announced on platform "X"....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-kyriakides-a-lifetime-of-fighting-for-better-health
Stella Kyriakides, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, is currently in New York attending the 79th United Nations General Assembly,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/von-der-leyen-unveils-new-european-commission-lineup
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled the list of new commissioners, including Kostas Kadis from Cyprus, who has been appointed as Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/medical-services-on-high-alert-for-potential-mpox-cases
The relevant medical services in Cyprus are on high alert to address any potential cases of Mpox (monkeypox) that might be detected, despite the low risk of such an occurrence, according to the Director of Medical Services and Public Health Services, Elisavet Constantinou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-50-000-heat-related-deaths-in-europe-in-2023
In 2023, nearly 50,000 people in Europe died due to extreme heat, making it one of the deadliest years in the last decade, according to a study published in Nature Medicine. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/family-urges-biden-to-stay-in-race-despite-debate-setback
President Joe Biden faced intense family pressure to continue his presidential bid following a widely criticized debate performance last week, sources close to the White House disclosed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unesco-recognizes-larnaca-as-cyprus-first-tsunami-ready-city
Larnaca is set to become the first coastal city in Cyprus to implement an early warning system and tsunami evacuation plan...
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mario-nava-advocates-bicommunal-energy-project-in-cyprus
A bicommunal photovoltaic power plant would increase cooperation in the energy field and build trust, Mario Nava, the Director-General of the European......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/climate-change-linked-to-turbulence
Severe turbulence caused a Singapore Airlines flight to plunge 7,000 feet, leading to one death and injuring 79 passengers, according to a report by the BBC. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-strikes-abandoned-cinema-in-limassol-s-turkish-cypriot-quarter
A blaze ignited on Wednesday afternoon in an abandoned cinema located within a Turkish Cypriot neighborhood in the Limassol District, prompting a rapid response from the Fire Service and raising concerns among local residents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-early-wildfire-scare-amid-resource-shortage
According to Kathimerini reporter Ioanna Kyriakou, this April has brought a sense of deja vu to Cyprus, reminiscent of June and early summer. A massive fire erupted on Wednesday morning in the Parekklisia state forest in Limassol district,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-welcomes-259-new-fire-service-members
Minister of Justice and Public Order, Marios Charalambous, announced the imminent completion of the recruitment process for 259 new firefighters, bolstering the current Fire Service strength of 680 members.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dubai-hit-by-two-years-worth-of-rain-in-a-single-day
In an unprecedented event, Dubai experienced torrential rainfall equivalent to two years' worth of precipitation in just one day, leading to severe flash flooding that brought the city to a standstill....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-to-stay-alive-when-cows-attack
Embarking on a tranquil walk through the countryside can quickly turn into an unexpected encounter with cows....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-led-european-health-summit-convenes-in-limassol
Health and Deputy Health Ministers from 13 European states, including Malta, Luxembourg, Andorra, San Marino, Iceland, Monaco, Montenegro, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Moldova, North Macedonia, and Cyprus...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/taiwan-hit-by-7-4-magnitude-earthquake-strongest-in-25-years
Taiwan experienced its most powerful earthquake in a quarter century, disrupting the morning rush hour and claiming four lives....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-president-urges-eu-action-amid-migration-crisis
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized Tuesday the urgency of the migration crisis, seeking intervention from the European Commission to stem the flow of irregular Syrian migrants from Lebanon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exploring-the-possibility-of-same-sex-marriage-in-cyprus
In today's Sunday edition of Kathimerini, journalist Ioanna Kyriakou delves into the complex landscape surrounding the feasibility and readiness for same-sex marriage in Cyprus, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-celebrates-approval-of-migration-deputy-ministry-bill
''Today is a milestone for our country'' said the Minister of the Interior, Constantinos Ioannou, on Thursday, welcoming the approval of the bill......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-parliament-honors-navalny-amidst-food-inflation
The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gears-up-for-annual-military-drills-with-allies
The Ministry of Defence has revealed plans for military training activities scheduled for February 20 and 21, during the afternoon and evening. These exercises are part of Cyprus' yearly military cooperation program with allied nations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-sounds-alarm-on-russian-anti-satellite-weapons-threat
Highly sensitive intelligence gathered by the U.S. highlights the emergence of Russian anti-satellite weapons, raising concerns among top government officials.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-highlights-smallest-resident-population-at-pournara
The outlook for Cyprus in relation to migration is positive, as in 2023 a 46% reduction in irregular migrant applications and a 66% increase in returns have been achieved, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou said on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-weather-warnings-across-cyprus
Cyprus is bracing for a spell of unsettled weather as a low-pressure system, dubbed ''Dawn,'' exerts its influence over the island nation until Thursday, according to forecasts from the Meteorological Service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snowfall-forces-road-closures-leading-to-troodos
In response to heavy snowfall, several roads leading to Troodos, including Platres-Troodos, Karvouna-Troodos, and Prodromos-Troodos, have been closed to traffic, announced local authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/covid-19-jn-1-sub-variant-surpasses-3000-cases
Coronavirus outbreaks are increasing in Cyprus and Europe in general, following the emergence of the ''Omicron 2'' JN.1 sub variant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-joins-who-s-global-digital-health-certification-network
Cyprus has successfully joined the World Health Organization's Global Digital Health Certification, the Health Ministry said on Wednesday....
