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1. Building safety concerns prompt EAC building evacuation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/building-safety-concerns-prompt-eac-building-evacuation

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has evacuated its oldest building in central Nicosia as a precautionary measure after inspections flagged seismic safety deficiencies....

2. AI to shake up banking putting thousands of jobs at risk

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-ai-to-shake-up-banking-putting-thousands-of-jobs-at-risk

The global banking industry is bracing for a seismic shift as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize the sector. A recent study by Bloomberg Intelligence predicts that up to 200,000 jobs in banking will be eliminated over the next three to five years as AI takes over tasks currently performed by employees....

3. Cyprus' biggest corruption cases head towards a verdict in 2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-biggest-corruption-cases-head-towards-a-verdict-in-2025

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with several high-profile investigations nearing their conclusions....

4. 14 dead, hundreds injured in powerful 7.3 Vanuatu earthquake (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/14-dead-hundreds-injured-in-powerful-7-3-vanuatu-earthquake

A powerful magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck off the coast of Vanuatu on Tuesday afternoon, leaving a trail of destruction, at least 14 dead, and hundreds injured. ...

5. Earthquake rattles Larnaca, felt across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/earthquake-rattles-larnaca-felt-across-cyprus

An earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale rattled parts of Cyprus late Thursday night, giving many residents a brief jolt....

6. Earthquake rattles Cyprus, felt strongly in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/earthquake-rattles-cyprus-felt-strongly-in-nicosia

An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale shook Cyprus shortly after 11:00 AM on Tuesday, with several buildings in the capital, Nicosia, reportedly evacuated as a precautionary measure....

7. 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits Eastern Turkey, causing collapses

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/5-9-magnitude-earthquake-hits-eastern-turkey-causing-collapses

A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Turkey at 10:46 a.m. today, with its epicenter located in the Kale district of Malatya province. ...

8. Two aftershocks follow 4.9-magnitude earthquake off Cyprus coast

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-aftershocks-follow-4-9-magnitude-earthquake-off-cyprus-coast

Two aftershocks have been recorded following a 4.9-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Cyprus that occurred last night, according to Christodoulos Hadjigeorgiou, Director of the Geological Survey Department....

9. Scientists find massive underground water source on Mars

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-find-massive-underground-water-source-on-mars

Geophysicists have uncovered a vast underground ocean beneath Mars' surface, a discovery that may hold significant implications for the search for life on the Red Planet....

10. Far-right surges in European elections

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/far-right-surges-in-european-elections

In a dramatic turn of events, far-right parties across Europe have secured significant gains in the recent EU elections, particularly in Germany and France. ...

11. Zakynthos' Navagio Beach shut down for second consecutive summer

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zakynthos-navagio-beach-shut-down-for-second-consecutive-summer

Zakynthos’ Navagio beach, a popular tourist destination famous for its signature shipwreck, will remain closed to tourists for a second summer this year by ministerial order....

12. Millions saved in Cyprus pension reform

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/millions-saved-in-cyprus-pension-reform

The saga surrounding multiple pensions remains in limbo, as two bills navigate the corridors of power, scrutinized by the Presidential office, Cabinet, and Parliament....

13. Minister stands against early fees for Great Sea Interconnector

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-stands-against-early-fees-for-great-sea-interconnector

Cypriot electricity consumers should not be burdened with a surcharge before the operation of the electricity interconnector linking Greece and Cyprus and the consequent reduction of electricity costs, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry George Papanastasiou said on Monday....

14. Indonesian volcano raises tsunami alarm, echoes past tragedy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/indonesian-volcano-raises-tsunami-alarm-echoes-past-tragedy

Thousands of residents have been evacuated from their homes following a series of eruptions from the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island in Indonesia....

15. New Jersey and New York shaken by strongest quake in 100 years

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-jersey-and-new-york-shaken-by-strongest-quake-in-100-years

A rare magnitude 4.8 earthquake jolted New Jersey on Friday, surprising residents across the Northeast United States, an area unaccustomed to significant seismic activity....

16. Taiwan hit by 7.4 magnitude earthquake, strongest in 25 years

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....

17. Youtube star to political contender with Elon Musk

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/youtube-star-to-political-contender-with-elon-musk

When Fidias Panayiotou, affectionately known as Fidias, embarked on his YouTube journey following his departure from the National Guard in late 2019......

18. Houthi threats target Red Sea internet backbone

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/houthi-threats-target-red-sea-internet-backbone

Telecom companies affiliated with the UN-recognized Yemeni government expressed concerns on Sunday over potential sabotage plans by Houthi rebels targeting a network of submarine cables in the Red Sea....

19. Farmers protest outside European Parliament over taxes and imports

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-protest-outside-european-parliament-over-taxes-and-imports

In a fervent display of frustration, angry farmers ignited fires outside the European Parliament building in Brussels today, venting their grievances against taxes, escalating costs, and the influx of cheap imports....

20. Thousands flee as Iceland's volcano roars to life

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-flee-as-iceland-s-volcano-roars-to-life

Molten rock is putting on a fiery show in Iceland as a volcano erupts following weeks of seismic activity. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reports lava spewing from a 3.5km crack in the Reykjanes peninsula, triggering rapid growth....

21. Stylianou's pledge to battle cancer alone at Man of the Year Awards

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stylianou-s-pledge-to-battle-cancer-alone-at-man-of-the-year-awards

In a testament to resilience and the strength found in adversity, Petros Stylianou triumphed over a challenging bout with cancer, reshaping his life's purpose to champion those facing a similar ordeal....

22. Icelandic authorities brace for eruption following earthquakes and magma surge

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/icelandic-authorities-brace-for-eruption-following-earthquakes-and-magma-surge

Icelandic authorities are bracing for a potential volcanic eruption in the southwest of the island following a series of earthquakes and signs of rapidly spreading magma underground....

23. Hagia Sophia to undergo massive restoration

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hagia-sophia-to-undergo-massive-restoration

The Turkish government has decided to start long-term maintenance and repairs of the former Orthodox Christian cathedral of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, which was converted into a mosque, after scientists discovered significant damage both inside and outside the 6th century Byzantine monument....

24. Putin and Erdogan's plan for turning Turkey into an ''Energy Hub'' stalls

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-and-erdogan-s-plan-for-turning-turkey-into-an-energy-hub-stalls

A joint endeavor between Putin and Erdogan to transform Turkey into a crucial conduit for Russian gas to Europe appears to have hit a roadblock, according to sources cited by Reuters....

25. Coordinating efforts for earthquake protection

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/coordinating-efforts-for-earthquake-protection

An earthquake is an event that we cannot prevent or predict when it will occur. What we can do as a state is fortify our structures so that they can withstand such an event. ...

26. Tesla's 'Optimus' robot: A step towards a sci-fi future?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tesla-s-optimus-robot-a-step-towards-a-sci-fi-future

Have you ever imagined what it would be like if a robot could run your errands, do your chores and maybe even become an extension of you? Well, don't put away your popcorn just yet, because Tesla's new Optimus robot could bring us one step closer to this sci-fi fantasy....

27. Ministry of Labor building may not be structurally sound

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-of-labor-building-may-not-be-structurally-sound

The House of Representatives Internal Affairs Committee sounded the alarm on Cyprus and Public Services' degree of preparedness in the event of strong seismic activity following a meeting on March 16. ...

28. Legalities and time constraints delaying repairs of refugee apartments

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legalities-and-time-constraints-delaying-repairs-of-refugee-apartments

Attempting to overcome legal and time constraints in the construction of refugee apartment buildings...

29. Offshore morning earthquake shakes island

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/underwater-morning-earthquake-shakes-island

An offshore earthquake shook Cyprus on Wednesday morning, with reports saying it was felt in areas in Paphos and Limassol districts...

30. Tatar proposes bi-communal cooperation on earthquake issue

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-proposes-bi-communal-cooperation-on-earthquake-issue

Turkish Cypriot community leader Ersin Tatar will present a proposal for bi-communal cooperation on Thursday during a meeting with Cyprus' President-elect Nicos Christodoulides on Thursday regarding future response to possible earthquakes in Cyprus....

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