https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-welcome-slovenian-house-speaker-on-three-day-visit
Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia Urška Klakočar Zupančič pays an official three-day visit to Cyprus (28/2-1/3) following the invitation of the President of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus, Annita Demetriou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nissi-beach-ranks-22nd-globally-on-tripadvisor
In the recently released list of the world's top 25 beaches by TripAdvisor, Nissi Beach in Cyprus proudly claims the 22nd spot, says Maria Eracleous of Kathimerini. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-greece-forge-alliance-against-potato-fraud
Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou has requested the assistance of the Greek authorities to address the issue of potatoes from different countries being sold as Cypriot potatoes......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/pillar-two-readiness-and-technology
As per our previous publications and alerts, we had the opportunity to communicate a significant development - the introduction of BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two or Global Minimum Tax. The European Union unanimously adopted a directive in December 2022 (the ''Minimum Tax Directive''). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sunshine-cup-races-back-into-international-spotlight
Cyprus Sunshine Cup is re-introduced on the calendar of the International Cycling Union (UCI- Union Cycliste Internationale) and Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis has pledged that he will do his utmosτ for the Cup to regain its ''old glory.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-dendias-pilots-f-16-viper-over-aegean
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias flew over the Aegean Sea on Friday in an F-16 Viper from the 340 Squadron, which is part of the Hellenic Air Force’s 115th Combat Wing. He was accompanied by a formation of F-16 Viper jets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-an-18-2-rise-in-crime-cases-in-2022
The number of true crime cases reported to the Police rose by 18.2% in Cyprus in 2022, with the Crime Index expressed in 100,000 inhabitants rising to 584 from 501 in 2021 and 482 the year before.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/asylum-appeals-in-cyprus-skyrocket-to-472
A dramatic increase of 472% in appeals before the Administrative Court of International Protection by asylum seekers and foreigners has been reported between 2020 and 2023,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-earns-what-insights-into-top-government-salaries-in-cyprus
Newly released data from the Treasury of the Republic of Cyprus reveals that the highest-paid government officials in the country include the Attorney General,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-award-recognizes-leaders-advancing-gender-equality-in-maritime-sector
The Council of Ministers, responding to a proposal by Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hadjimanolis, established an award today to recognize industry executives whose actions fortify efforts to advance gender equality within the shipping sector. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-cabinet-unveils-business-carbon-grants
The Cabinet approved on Wednesday a new grants scheme to encourage greenhouse gas emission reductions in businesses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prince-william-urges-end-to-gaza-fighting
The statement from Prince William of the UK regarding the situation in Gaza marks a departure from the traditional stance of the royal family on politically sensitive matters....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fbi-informant-in-biden-case-linked-to-russian-contacts
A former FBI informant is facing charges for allegedly concocting a multimillion-dollar bribery scheme implicating Joe Biden, his son Hunter, and a Ukrainian energy company....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/navalny-s-widow-faces-suspension-on-x
Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Alexei Navalny, faced a brief suspension of her account on social media platform X, which was later restored. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-veto-halts-un-gaza-ceasefire
The United States has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution demanding an "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza, marking the third consecutive veto by the United States since the start of the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-detains-us-ballerina-for-alleged-$51-high-treason
Vladimir Putin's Federal Security Service has detained Ksenia Karelina, a dual Russian-American ballerina, on suspicion of treason, officials reported Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-2-9-dip-in-tourist-arrivals-in-january
Tourist arrivals in Cyprus for January 2024 declined by 2.9% compared to the same period last year, with 87,961 arrivals, according to data released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (CyStat)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-kombos-to-support-13th-russian-sanctions-package
Cyprus supports the 13th package of sanctions against Russia, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said during the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-step-up-checks-on-bus-drivers-in-eu-campaign
Cyprus police take part in a European campaign in the context of which they will step up checks on lorry and bus drivers during a week of awareness and enforcement from Monday 19 February 2024 to Sunday 25 February 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-s-party-divided-over-us-arab-peace-initiative-for-gaza
Reports of a joint US-Arab peace plan for Gaza, including a "tight timeline" for establishing a Palestinian state, have stirred strong reactions among Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right allies.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tech-execs-return-$3-500-apple-vision-pro-because-of-comfort-complaints
Some early adopters of Apple's much-anticipated Vision Pro mixed reality goggles are already parting ways with the $3,500 device, citing discomfort, usability issues, and even motion sickness....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-harvests-success-at-fruit-logistica-2024-in-berlin
The Cyprus Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, along with the Cyprus Trade Centre in Berlin, made a significant impact at the "Fruit Logistica 2024" international fresh produce trade show in Berlin from February 7 to 9....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-development-expenditure-2023-surpasses-€1b
The realization of state budget development expenditure in 2023 reached 72% compared to 70% in 2022 and the average of 69% over the last decade, according to a Treasury report released on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/expected-tougher-questions-from-tucker-carlson-says-putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed gratitude towards right-wing US television host Tucker Carlson for their recent interview but voiced surprise over the absence of ''sharp questions'' during the discussion.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-rise-of-the-romantic-ai-companions
In a quest for connection, 39-year-old Derek Carrier turned to artificial intelligence to find a romantic partner. Living with Marfan syndrome, a genetic disorder making traditional dating challenging,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/growth-in-women-s-roles-in-science-and-engineering
Women made up 44% of the science and engineering workforce in Cyprus in 2022, a trend that aligns with the EU average of 41%, according to Eurostat data released on the UN's International Day of Women and Girls in Science....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/palestinian-foreign-minister-to-visit-cyprus-for-key-diplomatic-talks
Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Riad Malki, will pay a working visit to Cyprus on Wednesday at the invitation of Cypriot Minister of Foreign Affairs, Constantinos Kombos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-unveils-striking-logo-for-20th-eu-anniversary
A logo which marks the 20th anniversary since Cyprus joined the EU was unveiled on Monday evening in the presence of Germany’s President during a state banquet at the Presidential Palace....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/4-february-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-cysec
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ac-dc-unveils-power-up-european-tour
Iconic rock band AC/DC is set to electrify Europe this summer with their highly anticipated POWER UP tour, featuring two nights at Wembley Stadium in England....
