https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hagia-sophia-to-charge-tourist-visitors-in-2024
In a move that is raising eyebrows and sparking debate, the Turkish government is set to impose entry fees at the Hagia Sophia mosque in Istanbul, a decision announced by the Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nouri Ersoy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/head-of-humanitarian-affairs-visits-cmp-laboratory
Head of Humanitarian Affairs for Missing and Enclaved Persons, Anna Aristotelous, on Monday visited the Anthropological Laboratory of the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP), expressing the wish that the tireless actions of the staff there would soon ease the pain of the families who are demanding to be given the remains of their loved ones....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/explosion-rocks-ancient-st-porphyrius-church-in-gaza-city
An explosion rocked the grounds of one of the world's oldest churches, the St. Porphyrius Greek Orthodox Church in Gaza City, on Thursday evening while numerous Palestinian families sought refuge on the premises....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriots-alarmed-by-rise-in-turkish-interference
In a recent opinion poll conducted by the Centre for Migration, Identity, and Rights’ Studies (CMIRS) in northern Cyprus, Turkish Cypriots have expressed escalating unease regarding Turkey's growing involvement in the political, economic, and religious aspects of the breakaway northern Cyprus region, which remains under Turkey's control....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-president-s-rainy-rhetoric-on-his-undisclosed-income
''The weather may be rainy, but the clear sky isn't afraid of lightning.'' With this romantic and poetic line, the president responded to his critics regarding the issue of his undisclosed income. It's as if the man doesn't even deserve a small oversight....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/from-fines-to-fine-lines
The face of the honorable Minister of Transport, Alexis Vafeadi, conveyed a different message compared to his statements before the Parliament's Transportation Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/zero-risk-politicians-the-doxa-komodromou-scandal-unveiled
The Doxa Komodromou scandal and the shocking revelations that have emerged present a paradox. It's not just about her remaining in her position; it's also about the complete silence that followed these disclosures within the Presidential Office. ...
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/church-advocates-sex-ed-as-long-as-it-s-responsible
The Holy Synod of the Church of Cyprus convened in its third regular session of the year, presided over by Archbishop George, Archbishop of Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chlorakas-council-concerned-over-young-jihadists-infiltrating-paphos
In a recent letter addressed to the chairman and members of the House Standing Committee on Internal Affairs, the Chlorakas Community Council voiced concerns about the alleged influx of young jihadists in the Pafos area....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/political-parties-fueling-nationalism-crisis-in-chlorakas-protest
The "people living in Chlorakas who are organized" issued a statement today expressing their unhappiness with reports on the internet about "a small group of individuals spreading false information and serious accusations against the residents of Chlorakas and their protest against segregation," they argue....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/evkaf-director-claims-increasing-attacks-on-mosques-in-free-areas
The director general of the EVKAF, Ibrahim Bender, has raised concerns over the increasing number of attacks targeting mosques in the free areas. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/france-s-abaya-ban-draws-cheers-from-the-right-debate-on-the-left
The French government's decision to ban children from wearing the abaya, the loose-fitting, full-length robes worn by some Muslim women, in state-run schools drew applause on Monday from the right, but also criticism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/media-s-impact-in-cyprus-crisis-fanning-flames-or-offering-relief
A series of events in recent days, from Chloraka to Apostolos Andreas and then to Pyla, along with the disputes on social media about what is happening or not, remind us more than ever of the need for serious media that don't simply adopt official statements and don't stay on the surface of things, in the emotional and political stereotypes.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jordan-secret-police-accused-of-lgbtq-targeting
Jordanian secret police have been accused of intimidating gay people by “outing” them to their families and of forcing the closure of two LGBTQ+ organisations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/free-beach-movement-s-proposals-embraced
The Citizens’ Movement for Free Beaches of Paros against their illegal occupation with sun beds and assorted furniture has declared a “significant” and “symbolic” victory after the island’s municipal council unanimously adopted all the proposals made by the municipal opposition, such as strictly implementing the delimitation of the concession areas, carrying out inspections and others....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-celebrates-dormition-of-the-virgin-mary-amidst-heatwave
Cyprus celebrates on Tuesday the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, a religious and bank holiday, amidst a heatwave, with many flocking to the beach or mountain resorts, and with authorities issuing warnings about increased traffic in some areas, and overcrowded picnic sites....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tourism-up-32-upbeat-outlook
Tourism in Cyprus has recorded a 32% increase this year compared to last year, according to Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/freedom-and-democracy-under-fire
During the past decade, while Greece and Cyprus faced economic collapse, many of us looked towards the countries of Northern Europe, admiring their achievements, especially in terms of the welfare state they had created for the benefit of all citizens. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kuwait-bans-barbie-lebanon-weighs-censorship-for-homosexuality
Kuwait has banned the film Barbie in a bid to protect "public ethics and social traditions," while a Lebanese minister has made moves to censor the film on grounds it "promotes homosexuality and sexual transformation"....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-enhances-migration-management-with-new-facilities
Cyprus took a significant step in enhancing its capacity to manage migration pressures by signing a contract for the construction of a reception center for around 1,000 people and a pre-departure center for approximately 800 people. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/apostle-andreas-a-sensitive-issue-of-religious-space
The work of the Intercommunity Commission for the Protection of Cultural Heritage and its previous leaders certainly do not need my confirmation of their good work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/varosha-s-haunting-appeal-to-tourists
Few places in the world can claim to have been favored by both Hollywood actors such as Elizabeth Taylor and thrill seekers under very different circumstances.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/continuing-efforts-to-find-the-missing
Today, July 28, 2023, the President of the Republic, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, visited the Anthropological Laboratory of the Investigative Committee for Missing Persons (ICMP) at the location of the old Nicosia airport, along with the leader of the Turkish Cypriot community, Mr. Ersin Tatar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-and-turkish-cypriot-leaders-unite-for-humanitarian-mission
The President of the Republic, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, visited the Anthropological Laboratory of the Investigative Committee for Missing Persons (ICMP) at the site of the old Nicosia airport this morning, accompanied by the leader of the Turkish Cypriot community, Mr. Ersin Tatar....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-blazes-strike-mediterranean-nations
More than 40 people - most of them in Algeria - have been killed as devastating fires destroy homes, businesses and trigger mass evacuations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/religious-treasures-rescued-from-occupied-territory
Meet the "Super Patriot" who refuses to hear a word about coexistence with Turkish Cypriots or a federal solution....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ct-scan-offers-clue-in-israeli-girl-s-jet-ski-death
The tragic death of a Jewish child in a horrible Jet Ski accident in Cyprus continues to be investigated, with a CT scan providing clues to authorities after a post mortem was blocked out of respect to religious customs...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/calls-for-redress-in-irish-mother-and-baby-home-scandal
Ten years after a dark discovery was made in the west of Ireland, Euronews takes a look at the grim legacy of the maternity homes that were still in operation until the end of the 20th century.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fourth-of-july-fireworks-illuminate-the-night-sky
The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks....
