https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/netanyahu-dissolves-war-cabinet-amid-gantz-s-exit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved the six-member war cabinet following the exit of centrist former general Benny Gantz from the government, an Israeli official said Monday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/countries-must-create-greenspaces-by-2050-according-to-new-eu-law
The European Union has approved a new law aimed at restoring nature across its member countries, according to a report by Kathimerini's Alexandra Voudouri. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-plans-€3-1b-climate-investment-by-2030
Cyprus’ total investment on climate change in both EU and public funds as well as private investments are estimated to amount to €3.1 billion by 2030, the Finance Ministry has said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmakas-wildfire-linked-to-eac-equipment-failure
A fire that ravaged 3.2 square kilometers in Farmakas was determined to have been sparked by a short circuit in an EAC transformer, according to statements from both the Fire Service and EAC officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-achieves-€600-million-fiscal-surplus-in-q1-2024
Cyprus generated a fiscal surplus close to €600 million in the first quarter of 2024, marking an increase of 58% year on year, driven by the rise in state revenue which exceeded the rise in spending....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-takes-action-against-illegal-dumping-sites-fueling-fires
The big fire in Paphos has exposed some major issues: not only were the firefighting resources inadequate, but it also showed the government's long-standing negligence regarding illegal fires. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/attorney-general-continues-testimony-in-auditor-general-suspension-hearing
The biggest challenge facing the Legal Service is the continuous attacks from the Audit Service and its allies, Attorney General George Savvidis testified on Friday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-and-uk-universities-slip-in-global-rankings
MIT continues to dominate the QS World University Rankings for the 13th year in a row. The latest rankings, which measure both job prospects and sustainability, show Imperial College London jumping to the second spot. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anti-corruption-authority-clears-health-official-of-allegations
The Anti-Corruption Authority in Cyprus has dismissed an anonymous complaint alleging misconduct against Christina Giannakis, Director General of the Ministry of Health. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pournara-from-3145-to-245-migrants-in-two-years
The influx of irregular migrants into Cyprus has markedly declined following stringent government measures. Illustrative of this trend is the Pournara accommodation center, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-replaces-dangerous-asbestos-sewer-pipes-in-nicosia
The European Commission announced Thursday that work has begun to replace old asbestos pipes in the Nicosia sewer system. The project is funded by the Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot Community and will be carried out by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stay-cool-or-fry-trying
The Meteorological Department has issued a red warning for today, effective from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., as temperatures are expected to reach a scorching 45 degrees Celsius....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heatwave-revives-debate-over-school-air-conditioning
The ongoing heatwave has reignited the debate over the installation of air conditioners in Cyprus schools....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/agency-reports-strong-start-to-2024-continues-paying-off-state-debt
KEDIPES, Cyprus' state-owned asset management agency, announced a €144 million cash inflow for the first quarter of 2024. The agency also made a €140 million repayment to the state, bringing the total repayment to €1.3 billion since it started in September 2018....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unveiling-the-earliest-account-of-jesus-christ-s-childhood
A recently unearthed manuscript, dating back to the 4th or 5th century, tucked away in the Hamburg Carl von Ossietzky State and University Library, has been identified by researchers as the earliest surviving account of Jesus Christ's childhood....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-envision-transforming-people-s-lives-for-the-better
The Cleanthus Foundation aims to enhance the lives of those in need and make a positive impact on society through its programs and funding initiatives. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-blu-marine-zeus-tower-construction-update
The Leptos Group is proud to announce the ongoing construction of the highly anticipated Zeus Tower - Signature Collection, the second tower of the renowned Limassol Blu Marine development....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/schools-to-close-early-on-friday-due-to-heatwave
Education Minister Athina Michaelidou defended the government's decision to suspend classes early on Friday due to soaring temperatures, calling it a balanced approach despite inevitable discontent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/us-sanctions-target-russian-cypriot-connections
A Cypriot connection has emerged among the latest targets of US sanctions against Russia, with the US Treasury Department announcing penalties on Wednesday affecting individuals and entities linked to Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unhcr-concerns-over-asylum-seekers-trapped-in-buffer-zone
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has raised alarms over the safety and well-being of 31 asylum-seekers, including seven children, who are reportedly stranded in the UN Buffer Zone in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/king-s-birthday-celebrated-with-classic-british-flair
The British High Commission in Cyprus hosted a lively reception at the British High Commissioner's residence on Wednesday evening to celebrate King Charles III's birthday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-bean-bar-makes-our-summer-cooler-with-a-trilogy-of-fresh-juices
Summer is already upon us and along with a carefree mood, it brings us a need for refreshing, light and healthy flavours. Bean Bar has made its presence felt yet again this summer, with a unique, limited-time trilogy of natural juices, that aim to lift consumers’ spirits, by offering cool vibes and a positive energy!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfire-subsides-surveying-of-damages-begin
The raging fire in Paphos has subsided, according to statements made by the Minister of Agriculture following the Council of Ministers meeting....
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/epic-customer-service-136-wins-best-contact-centre-plus-5-more-awards
Epic introduced to the Cyprus market a unique combination of two powerful elements: a great network with great value. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/auditor-general-s-dismissal-hearing-begins
The hearing for the dismissal of the Auditor General of the Republic, Odysseus Michaelides, begins today, Wednesday, June 12. Attorney General George Savvidis will be the first witness to testify....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fire-rages-out-of-control-illegal-garbage-dump-possible-cause-pics
A fire that broke out around 12:39 on Tuesday afternoon between the communities of Psathi and Polemi in Paphos is still raging out of control, and has spread to the communities of Kourtaka,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-president-s-son-convicted-of-illegal-gun-purchase
Hunter Biden, the 54-year-old son of President Joe Biden, has been found guilty of illegally purchasing a firearm by hiding his drug use. This marks the first criminal prosecution of a sitting US president's offspring....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/raging-wildfire-forces-evacuations-from-villages
Firefighting efforts in the Paphos district are reaching superhuman levels as authorities battle a massive blaze that erupted on Tuesday, June 11, in the community of Yiolou. According to the latest updates, the Police have called on more personnel to assist in combating the fire....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-u-s-university-staff-stabbed-in-china-park
Four staff members from a U.S. university were stabbed in Beishan Park in northeast China, officials said Monday....
