https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mobile-waste-collection-to-hit-larnaca-s-streets-nov-21-24
In a concerted effort to address environmental concerns, the Environmental Department, in partnership with ANEL, is spearheading a project titled "Separate Collection and Management of Hazardous Household Waste."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-plenary-votes-on-teleworking-bill-what-s-at-stake
In a decisive move, the House plenary convened this afternoon to cast their votes on a groundbreaking teleworking bill, aiming to establish a robust framework for regulating working conditions in the evolving landscape of remote employment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-direct-intervention-in-israel-conflict-says-iran-s-leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran will continue supporting Hamas but will not intervene directly - Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader
Iran’s supreme leader told the head of Hamas in a face-to-face meeting in Tehran that his country would not enter the war with Israel and accused the terror group of not giving any prior warning of the Oct 7 attacks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/akamas-bones-point-to-missing-person
In the rugged landscapes of Akamas, a startling discovery of human bones has raised questions, but so far, authorities are yet to find any evidence pointing to foul play....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-defends-against-allegations-in-explosive-testimony
In a recent appearance on SPOR FM's DIASPORA show, the President of Research, Mr. Confidential, took the stage alongside key figures – George Koukoumas, the director of the Office of the Press, and George Solomos, the general secretary of DIKO....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/double-murder-trial-postponed-as-accused-seek-jail-protection
The trial of two individuals, aged 49 and 54, in connection with a double murder that occurred on June 29 outside a bar in Ipsona has been rescheduled to February 19, 2024. The victims, 44-year-old Mario Onisiforou and 51-year-old Michalis Michael lost their lives following a confrontation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prison-guard-caught-in-drug-supply-scandal
In a startling revelation, the YKAN (Nicosia Branch) is delving into a case involving the alleged supply of drugs to the Central Prison. The focus of their inquiry is a prison guard against whom an arrest warrant has been issued....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/michalis-persianis-the-wet-firecracker
The Cyprus Confidential revelations turned out to be a 'petard mouille', a wet firecracker failing to generate the anticipated excitement. This disappointment surpassed the one we experienced when we photographed accountants, politicians, lawyers, and bankers up to their chests while in the nude....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/an-eye-for-an-eye-and-the-elimination-of-terrorism
Since October 7, we've been witnessing the war between Israel and Hamas live, minute by minute, on our screens. Unfortunately, it's not a film....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hiv-patients-denied-care-forced-to-halt-medication
In 2023, although HIV is no longer contagious, HIV-positive patients in Cyprus continue to face marginalization and social exclusion when taking medication....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/feline-covid-strain-linked-to-8-000-cat-deaths-in-cyprus-surfaces-in-the-uk
A deadly strain of Covid, believed to be responsible for over 8,000 cat deaths in Cyprus has spread to the UK, scientists have said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exodus-to-cyprus-as-israelis-escape-hamas-fallout
In quieter times, the four-storey building that houses the Jewish community centre in the heart of Larnaca is an oasis of peace....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kalogeropoulos-murder-suspect-faces-seven-day-detention
In a chilling turn of events, the 21-year-old murder suspect in the Thanasis Kalogeropoulos case appeared before the Limassol District Court, surrounded by a heavy police presence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/national-guard-thanasis-case-takes-a-shocking-turn
Family of National Guard Thanasis seeks new lawyer as their attorney Loukis Loukaidis expressed today his intention to withdraw from the case for health reasons....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-22-year-old-mastermind-in-kalogeropoulos-murder
In a dramatic turn of events, authorities handed over a 21-year-old suspect connected to the murder of Thanasis Kalogeropoulos. The individual voluntarily presented himself in Tae Larnaca, leading to his arrest on Friday afternoon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/third-suspect-arraigned-in-kalogeropoulos-murder
In a court session at 11:30 on Friday morning (10/11), the third person apprehended in connection with the brutal murder of Thanasis Kalogeropoulos faced the Limassol District Court. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-s-rejection-shakes-up-gaza-crisis
Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a deal for a five-day ceasefire with Palestinian militant groups in Gaza in return for the release of some of the hostages held in the territory early in the war, according to sources familiar with the negotiations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-force-faces-renewed-criticism-after-recent-tragedies
The debate on the problems in the police force, which was a hot topic in the public sphere last week due to the two fatal attacks that occurred in a short span of time, was reignited on Wednesday, when all the relevant officials, led by the Minister of Justice and Public Order, Anna Koukkidi-Prokopiou and the Chief of Police, Stelios Papatheodorou, met in the Parliament's Institutions Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/would-you-let-elon-musk-drill-into-your-brain
Elon Musk’s chip implant company Neuralink is looking for its first volunteer who is willing to have a piece of their skull removed so that a robotic surgeon can insert thin wires and electrodes into their brain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-banks-bracing-for-profit-squeeze-according-to-moody-s
Moody's believes that Cyprus' small and saturated banking sector, the banks' limited loan portfolio, and low fee and commission income will restrict opportunities for growth in domestic banks' activities and profitability in the long term....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-decade-ago-amazon-launching-drones-for-parcel-deliveries
Exactly a decade ago, Amazon revealed a program that aimed to revolutionize shopping and shipping. Drones launched from a central hub would waft through the skies delivering just about everything anyone could need....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mavromichalis-shooter-used-different-gun-investigation-deepens
A shocking assassination that unfolded in the heart of Cyprus's capital, Nicosia, has sent shockwaves through the community. Alexis Mavromichalis, a 45-year-old resident, was fatally shot in his Acropolis apartment on the night of the last third. The investigation into this heinous crime is currently underway....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-secrets-controversies-and-tape-recorder-incident-shaking-the-energy-sector
The communication between the Minister of Energy and EAC's leadership is likened to a game of "broken phone," despite efforts to portray the recent public rift between the two sides as a mere parenthesis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-wanted-in-paphos-for-stealing-charitable-contributions
The Paphos Police Department, led by spokesperson Michael Nicolaou, is currently investigating six cases of theft involving charitable contribution boxes taken from bakery cash registers. Authorities are actively seeking a 40-year-old woman in connection with these incidents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-s-mental-health-services-focus-on-prevention
In a world where the challenges of modern life continue to escalate, the importance of comprehensive mental health services cannot be overstated....
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/police-officer-under-the-influence-of-drugs
A female police officer in the Limassol district has been suspended after testing positive for drugs....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/healthcare-ethics-scrutinized-as-concerns-arise-over-dual-practice-doctors
Recent speculations have emerged regarding doctors affiliated with the General Healthcare System (GESY), primarily in surgical specialties, who are reportedly providing services in hospitals and clinics outside of the GESY framework....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/coroner-s-crucial-role-in-thanasis-case-sparks-intense-legal-debate
The new judge overseeing the case, following approval of the family's request to replace the previous judge, expressed a commitment to expediting the death interrogation of Thanasis Nikolaou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-s-cabinet-seeks-$105-billion-aid-for-israel-and-ukraine
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary of State Antony Blinken will make the case Tuesday that the United States should immediately send aid to Israel and Ukraine, testifying at a Senate hearing as the administration’s massive $105 billion emergency aid request for conflicts in those countries and others has already hit roadblocks in the divided Congress.
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