https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/nicosia-mall-reveals-ambitious-plans-for-limassol-shopping-center
In a recent announcement, Nicosia Mall disclosed its intentions for the forthcoming opening in Limassol. ...
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/business/russian-tycoons-secure-bargains-as-multinationals-retreat
In the post-Ukraine war era, a unique trend is shaping Russia's business landscape. Big Western players like McDonald's, Ball Corp., and Henkel AG made a swift exit, leaving behind a $21 billion void. Enter a new generation of Russian business leaders, seizing opportunities amidst the multinational exodus....
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/standing-pods-and-robot-flight-attendants-on-2050-airline-cabins
Artificial intelligence can be brutally honest and play up to stereotypical views - as Irish budget airline Ryanair found out recently....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/7-000-tons-of-halloumi-on-the-brink
Official Ministry of Agriculture data have unveiled a critical situation in the halloumi production industry, a beloved and essential product in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/mcdonalds-israel-in-the-hot-seat-for-giving-away-100-000-free-meals-to-soldiers
Tensions are playing out at McDonald’s locations across the Middle East as the Israel-Hamas war rages on....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/celestyal-cruises-unveils-largest-fleet-gem-celestyal-journey-in-limassol-port
Celestyal Cruises presented its largest fleet jewel, the "Celestyal Journey," at Limassol Port this Wednesday. The vessel has been part of the routes that commenced last September, scheduled to continue until June 2024, with the exceptions of January and February....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/co-founder-of-foody-shares-inspiring-start-up-journey
Michalis Economou, a co-founder and former CEO of Foody, Cyprus's largest food ordering and delivery platform, recently recounted their remarkable start-up journey at the Digital Agenda event....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/consumer-prices-surge-4-3-in-september-fueled-by-food-and-beverages
The Harmonised Consumer Prices Index (HCPI) in Cyprus witnessed a 4.3% increase in September, marking its second consecutive rise, primarily propelled by surging prices in Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages, according to data from the Cyprus Statistical Service (CyStat)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/songbird-slaughter-continues-as-gangs-profit-amid-faltering-enforcement
A conservation group in Cyprus said Wednesday that police have been lax in cracking down on criminal gangs that illegally trap migratory songbirds to supply restaurants, although the poaching has declined overall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/real-estate-boom-in-greece-and-cyprus
The real estate landscapes of Greece and Cyprus are undergoing significant transformations, with both nations showcasing promising growth and recovery. However, beneath the surface of these top-line numbers, there are underlying challenges and disparities that need to be addressed....
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/california-boosts-minimum-wage-for-fast-food-workers-to-$20-per-hour
California is raising the minimum wage for fast food workers, marking a hard-won victory for those workers and union organizers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-landmark-tipped-to-become-holistic-wellness-destination
MHV, in partnership with Marriott International, Inc., has announced that The Landmark Nicosia Hotel will join the Autograph Collection Hotels. The hotel is set to reopen in late 2024 under the name "The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection," marking the first Cyprus hotel to be part of this prestigious collection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fontainebleau-s-$3-7-billion-vegas-resort-finally-opens
After an arduous 23-year journey, real estate magnate Jeffrey Soffer is finally realizing his dream. On December 13, the Florida-based developer will unveil his latest masterpiece in Las Vegas—a stunning $3.7 billion resort boasting seven exquisite pools, an impressive array of 36 restaurants and bars, and an exclusive rooftop club that offers breathtaking skyline vistas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farewell-to-self-serve-soda-at-mcdonald-s
Testing out all the possible soda combinations at your local McDonald’s will one day become a thing of the past....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-entrance-fees-to-gastroscopy-checks-is-this-the-solution
Former Finance Minister Constantinos Petrides has commented on EDEK's proposals to tighten fuel controls for vehicles from the occupied territories....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/storm-damages-businesses-along-paphos-seafront
Businesses along Paphos' Poseidon Avenue seafront incurred damage during Monday's brief storm....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-earthquake-hits-morocco-296-lives-lost-and-counting
A powerful earthquake struck Morocco's High Atlas mountains late on Friday, killing at least 296 people, destroying buildings and sending residents of major cities rushing from their homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-unique-slice-of-france-in-china
In his posthumously published memoirs A Moveable Feast (1964), Ernest Hemingway famously wrote, "If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast." ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/local-governments-lease-but-rarely-police
In an effort, years ago, to modernize the state and make it work better at all levels, important and critical responsibilities were assigned – and rightly so – to local government bodies. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cost-of-living-up-as-prices-show-increase-of-2-4-in-a-year
In an announcement on its official website, CyStat shared that the cost of living, or how much things cost, has gone up in Cyprus.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-inflation-dips-to-17-month-low
UK inflation eased to a 17-month low in July, official data showed Wednesday, though it also revealed that prices of services, such as haircuts, hotels and restaurants, increased at a faster pace than the previous month.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/top-restaurants-to-celebrate-august-15th-in-style
As summer reaches its peak, locals and visitors in Nicosia are gearing up for a memorable August 15th celebration. While many might head to the coast or countryside for the occasion, others are finding exciting ways to enjoy the holiday in the city....
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/luxurious-residences-and-cutting-edge-offices-transform-nicosia-s-skyline
After being closed for two years, the Landmark Hotel, formerly known as the Hilton, is undergoing rapid renovation. The MHV Group, the owner, has provided an update indicating that the project is progressing swiftly according to the plan, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourism-sets-record-revenue-with-fewer-arrivals
The latest data on tourism revenues for the month of May has brought encouraging news for the tourism sector, signaling positive effects on the Cypriot economy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€1-000-per-person-lost-as-cyprus-grapples-with-food-waste-dilemma
According to the recently released socio-economic impact report by the FOODprint campaign, households in Cyprus generate nearly 48,000 tonnes of food waste annually. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/miss-cypriot-beauty-1971-a-journey-through-time
"This fabric is an old curtain from Ledra Palace," she says, caressing the covering tenderly that she uses to cover her sofa, in a cool, oasis-like elevation within her elegant home in Kato Arodes, Paphos. ...
