https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-questions-past-policies-signals-change-for-cyprus
Last week, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides gave a bold interview to ALPHA, where he criticized former President Makarios' policies. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-nations-push-back-against-von-der-leyen-s-dual-nominee-request
A power struggle is intensifying between EU member states and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen over the composition of the new Commission....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/erdogan-leads-a-grand-spectacle-and-provocation-in-occupied-territories
On the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in July 1974, Ankara is staging its largest ''celebration'' in the occupied territories, replete with multiple symbolisms and a display of military power led by the amphibious aircraft carrier...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecb-keeps-interest-rates-steady-amid-mixed-inflation-signals
The European Central Bank decided today to keep its key interest rates unchanged, as anticipated. This means the rates for main refinancing operations, marginal financing, and deposit facilities remain steady at 4.25%, 4.50%, and 3.75%, respectively....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ursula-von-der-leyen-secures-second-term-as-eu-commission-president
In a decisive move, the European Parliament has elected Ursula von der Leyen to serve a second term as President of the European Commission,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-and-israel-fund-far-right-groups-blocking-gaza-aid
Under U.S. pressure, Israel has pledged to deliver substantial humanitarian aid to Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/armed-convoy-of-800-fighters-from-paphos-to-nicosia-marred-by-tragedy
In recent months, a freshly painted bus from another era has been placed in a shelter near the roundabout at the Paphos General Hospital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-less-road-violations-as-traffic-cam-system-grow
The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Works has reported a gradual decline in road violations at locations equipped with light marking systems during the second quarter of 2024, according to a recent statement. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ikea-to-open-store-on-new-york-s-chic-5th-ave
IKEA is set to open a new store in the heart of Manhattan's Fifth Avenue shopping district, serving as the prime anchor of a new office tower, the majority owner of IKEA stores announced Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-banks-receive-upgrades-signal-economic-resilience
In a series of significant upgrades for Cypriot banks, Fitch Ratings has elevated the Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank's credit ratings, underscoring a positive trajectory for the country's financial sector, according to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas in this Sunday's Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/goody-s-returns-to-nicosia
The beloved Greek fast food chain Goody's has made a triumphant return to Nicosia, opening its doors at The Mall of Cyprus on June 19, according to a report in this Sunday's Kathimerini by Anna Polyviou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/young-women-look-decades-older-due-to-early-botox-use
Recent Love Island contestants Nicole Samuel, Jess White, and Harriet Blackmore have ignited discussions about the impact of cosmetic procedures on young women's appearances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/temu-shein-ali-express-eu-cracks-down-on-chinese-imports
The European Union is taking steps to clamp down on the surge of low-quality Chinese imports flooding its markets. According to sources speaking to the Financial Times, the EU plans to impose tariffs on cheap products from platforms like Temu, Shein, and AliExpress....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/politico-is-brexit-s-peak-over-uk-faces-calls-to-rejoin-eu
British voters are gearing up for their first post-EU general election this Thursday, marking a significant milestone since Brexit....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/auditor-general-challenges-pension-misconduct-claims
Auditor-General Odysseas Michaelides addressed several contentious issues during the third day of hearings at the Supreme Judicial Council, which is reviewing Attorney General George Savvides' request to dismiss Michaelides for alleged misconduct....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-france-s-nationalist-shift-could-shape-cyprus-future
In France, the prospect of nationalists potentially clinching a decisive majority in the upcoming parliamentary elections has stirred apprehension in Brussels and Berlin....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/national-rally-wins-first-round-in-france-s-parliamentary-elections
In a decisive first round of voting, Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally (RN) emerged as the front-runner in France's parliamentary elections......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reconsiders-defense-strategy-amidst-global-conflicts
The shifting geopolitical landscape in Europe, marked by the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war, is prompting EU member states, including Cyprus...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/paphos-polis-road-project-faces-uncertain-future
The long-awaited road project connecting Paphos to Polis Chrysochous, which began in May 2021, faces significant delays and potential abandonment. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-s-gang-war-reaches-greece-with-key-arrests
In September 2023, Sweden was rocked by a surge of 12 murders linked to a violent gang war over drug trafficking in cities like Uppsala and Umeå....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/british-teen-becomes-world-s-first-to-receive-brain-implant-for-epilepsy-control
A UK teenager with severe epilepsy has become the first person in the world to be fitted with a brain implant aimed at bringing seizures under control....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-looks-to-washington-for-key-defense-and-visa-policy-changes
In a bid to strengthen its relationship with the United States, Cyprus is focusing on two crucial dossiers: lifting the U.S. arms embargo and joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/north-korea-and-russia-promise-to-defend-each-other-if-attacked
North Korea and Russia have signed a landmark defense pact, committing to provide immediate military assistance to each other if either country is attacked....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-us-tighten-ties-visa-free-travel-and-arms-deals-on-the-horizon
According to a report written by Yiannis Ioannou, the consolidation of Cyprus-US strategic cooperation and the conclusion of a strategic dialogue agreement have significantly deepened Cypriot-US relations at a critical time,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-surgeon-general-urges-social-media-warning-labels
In a bold move aimed at protecting youth mental health, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has proposed mandatory warning labels on social media platforms, akin to those found on cigarette packages. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-campaign-rolls-out-$50m-in-ads-focusing-on-trump-s-conviction
President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign is spending $50 million through the end of June, a blitz that includes its first television ad trumpeting......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kombos-bolsters-us-relations-while-paving-the-path-for-cyprus-future
Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos is currently on a diplomatic tour across three American states: Washington, New York, and Chicago. His agenda is packed with crucial meetings aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the US and Cyprus,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/political-turmoil-as-coalition-parties-face-electoral-setback
Clouds of uncertainty loom over the political landscape of Cyprus following the recent European elections, which saw significant losses for the co-governing parties. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/independents-and-far-right-candidates-gain-seats-in-eu-parliament
In a historic turn of events, Cyprus witnessed significant changes in its representation in the European Parliament as results from the June 9th election rolled in....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tourism-hit-by-may-slump
Banks caution against high expectations for new tourism records in Cyprus, citing a lackluster performance in May, according to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas on this Sunday's Kathimerini (9 June 2024)....