https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/brace-for-a-change-as-this-week-s-weather-is-unpredictable
In today’s weather update, the area begins to feel the effects of weak low pressure, accompanied by some light atmospheric dust expected to clear by tomorrow. Conditions today will be predominantly sunny, with intervals of partly cloudy skies throughout the day. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clear-skies-and-gradual-warming
Expect predominantly clear skies throughout the day. Winds will predominantly blow from the southwest to northwest, maintaining a light breeze at 3 Beaufort. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hotel-industry-faces-backlash-over-residence-fees
The inclusion of a residence tax within the framework of the green tax reform, affecting hotels, tourist accommodations, and Airbnb, is expected to trigger reactions within the hotel industry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/must-try-dining-gems-in-nicosia-for-tsiknopempti-revelry
Looking for the perfect spot to celebrate Tsiknopempti in Nicosia?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/air-china-s-athens-beijing-route-booms-with-128-capacity-increase
Air China and Athens International Airport celebrated on Tuesday the expansion of the Chinese flagcarrier’s scheduled service between Athens and Beijing as of next month, with an extra two flights per week and the use of even greater aircraft on the route....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-diplomat-victoria-nuland-steps-down-amidst-russia-ukraine-controversy
Victoria Nuland, the third-highest-ranking U.S. diplomat known for her tough stance on Russia, is set to retire from her position this month, as confirmed by the State Department on Tuesday.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/job-market-improves-and-industrial-sector-grows
In good news for Cyprus, the latest data from the Cyprus Statistical Service (CyStat) reveals a positive trend in the job market. In February 2024, the number of people registering as unemployed dropped by 13.8%...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-economic-growth-soars-2-5-for-2023
Cyprus' economic growth is estimated at 2.5% in real terms in 2023. At current prices, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is estimated to increase by 7.1%, according to the Statistical Service of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/atmospheric-shifts-paint-a-picture-perfect-weekend
A gentle shift in atmospheric pressure is poised to grace the region, heralding a gradual dispersal of dust particles from the air, with occasional upticks in concentration expected to dissipate by Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-an-ex-pilot-turned-halloumi-tradition-upside-down
In the heart of Nicosia, Cyprus, Pantelis Panteli, a former airline pilot turned cheese maker, is redefining tradition with his exclusive Halloumi crafted from ewe's milk....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-faces-headwinds-in-2024
According to an article by Maria Eracleous published in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki, the tourism sector in Cyprus is grappling with a challenging start to 2024, primarily attributed to the ongoing conflict in Israel and heightened price sensitivity impacting travel demand....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tourism-braces-for-challenges-in-2024
The Association of Cyprus Tourist Enterprises (ΣΤΕΚ) is getting a bit jittery about the upcoming tourist season in 2024. In a recent meeting, they chatted with a representative from Hermes Airports to figure out what's going on....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-target-unpaid-traffic-tickets-with-photo-radar
Ahead of the summer season, law enforcement plans to roll out a photo radar system targeting unclaimed traffic offences, where offenders or vehicle owners evade detection or refuse to collect notifications from post offices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/love-and-gastronomy-the-perfect-combination-for-valentine-s-day
As St. Valentine's Day approaches, love is in the air, and couples across the island are on the lookout for enchanting spots to celebrate their affection. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-led-efforts-prompt-britain-s-cyprus-diplomatic-push
Amid the political tremors sparked in Nicosia by Irphan Siddiq's interview with "K" magazine, Britain ventures into the Cyprus conundrum by assembling a robust diplomatic unit at the Foreign Office....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-footballer-scores-pro-deal-with-omonoia
In a landmark moment for Turkish Cypriot football, 18-year-old Tahsin Ozler has secured his first professional contract with Omonia, extending his tenure with the club until the close of the 2026/27 season.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kremlin-bars-anti-war-candidate-in-upcoming-election
Russian authorities have barred Boris Nadezhdin, the sole anti-war presidential campaigner, from running against Vladimir Putin in the upcoming election....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/f1-icon-lewis-hamilton-to-leave-mercedes-for-ferrari-in-2025
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, Lewis Hamilton, one of the sport's most iconic figures, is set to depart from Mercedes-AMG and join forces with Scuderia Ferrari starting from the 2025 season.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-s-tallest-bird-cranes-thrive-with-80-pairs
In a remarkable resurgence, Britain's tallest bird, the crane, has notched up its highest breeding figures since their disappearance from the UK landscape back in the 16th century....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cuellar-s-peacekeeping-quest-faces-tough-terrain
Shortly after 9 am, the United Nations' fresh face, Maria-Angela Olguín Cuellar, descended upon the Presidential Palace, embarking on her inaugural rendezvous with President Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-dining-experience-elevated-at-wiz-50-best-awards
For the second consecutive year, WiZ GUIDE, SppMedia Group, and the Bank of Cyprus co-hosted the prestigious ''WiZ 50 BEST Restaurants'' ceremony....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/apoel-captain-turns-down-sochi-s-700k-euro-offer
Reports from Georgia indicate that Russian Premier League club Sochi has extended a cooperation proposal to Georgi Kvilitaya, the captain of APOEL, a Cypriot football club....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-winter-swimmer-s-festival-makes-a-splash
In a pioneering event, the inaugural Winter Swimmers Festival unfolded in Ayia Napa on Sunday, attracting the participation of up to 200 winter swimmers from across Cyprus. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis, pledged his support to propel the festival to international acclaim....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-tyre-shop-goes-up-in-flames
A fire broke out in a tyre shop in Paphos early Thursday, causing extensive damage to the building and its contents, police said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rain-and-thunderstorms-to-hit-western-regions
A mild low-pressure system has a subtle impact on the region. Expect variable weather conditions today, primarily characterized by intermittent clouds....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/london-airbnb-offers-snore-and-explore-tents-for-£38-night
In a bid to tackle London's escalating rental prices, an enterprising Airbnb owner is providing an unconventional accommodation option......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-snowfall-adorns-troodos-mountains-in-wintry-splendor
In line with the forecasts from the Meteorological Service, the Troodos Mountains experienced their first snowfall on Wednesday morning,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/intense-storms-and-shifting-winds
Hold on tight, Cyprus! A yellow warning is in effect from 02:00 early Wednesday morning until 11:00 the same day, with isolated strong storms anticipated, primarily affecting the northwest, west, and south regions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gabriel-attal-appointed-as-youngest-prime-minister-in-history-of-france
In a move aimed at rejuvenating his second term, French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed his 34-year-old Education Minister, Gabriel Attal, as the country's new Prime Minister. This makes Attal the youngest person to hold the position and the first openly gay individual to do so....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-rolls-out-climate-resilience-levy-to-fund-post-disaster-reconstruction
In an effort to finance reconstruction projects following severe forest fires and floods, the Greek government has introduced a new accommodation tax, referred to as the 'climate resilience levy.'...