https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/complaint-filed-against-larnaca-wetland-construction
The Larnaca Salt Lake Wetland Protection Group has raised alarms over recent interventions in the Natura 2000 site, urging immediate action to halt ongoing projects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/state-to-cover-€12m-shortfall-from-licensing-revenues
Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou expressed satisfaction with the progress of the Local Government Reform, despite minor issues during the initial days of its implementation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-kyriakides-steps-down-backs-von-der-leyen-reelection
Stella Kyriakides, the European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, announced her decision to conclude her current mandate and return to Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/resolution-on-drug-shortage-issue-expected-next-week
Health Minister Michalis Damianos anticipates a solution to the ongoing drug shortage issue by early next week, he announced Friday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/disney-heir-withholds-donations-backs-harris-over-biden
In the aftermath of the first debate of the 2024 presidential campaign, Democratic circles are grappling with heightened concerns following calls for President Joe Biden to withdraw from the race....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/luxury-retailers-saks-and-neiman-marcus-merge-in-big-deal
A new luxury retail giant is emerging in the United States as the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue acquires Neiman Marcus for $2.65 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/labour-party-triumphs-keir-starmer-to-become-prime-minister
The Labour Party has secured victory in Britain’s general election, marking the first change in power in 14 years. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-requests-€89-2m-in-eu-grants-for-recovery-plan
The European Commission received a payment request on Thursday from Cyprus for €89.2 million in grants, netting €76.9 million after pre-financing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-linked-firms-and-individuals-added-to-new-sanctions-list
The United States announced new sanctions on Wednesday, targeting individuals and companies linked to Cyprus as part of its ongoing efforts to counter Russian aggression. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-submits-bill-to-join-u-s-visa-waiver-program
The Cyprus government submitted a bill to the House of Representatives plenary on Thursday, aiming to fulfill the necessary preconditions for the Republic of Cyprus to join the United States Visa Waiver Program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-risks-losing-€657m-eu-grant-for-interconnector-project-says-energy-minister
Energy Minister George Papanastasiou expressed concerns over the potential withdrawal of a €657 million subsidy by the European Commission for the electricity interconnection project between Cyprus and Greece......
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/skip-transporters-plan-mid-july-protest-over-illegal-dumping
Skip transport professionals are organizing a protest for mid-July, accusing the government of failing to supervise and stop illegal rubble transport and dumping, which harms licensed operators and the environment according to a report by Pavlos Neophytos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfire-erupts-in-paphos-district-homes-threatened-video
A wildfire erupted Thursday afternoon in the Paphos district, specifically in the area between Polis Chrysochous and Skoulli. According to local residents, the fire is threatening homes in the vicinity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deputy-minister-unveils-eu-s-strategic-agenda-to-ministers
Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna presented on Wednesday to the members of the Council of Ministers the EU Strategic Agenda that will guide the work and priorities of the EU institutions for the next five years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-warns-nicosia-to-reverse-delays-in-power-grid-project
The ambitious electricity interconnection project linking Cyprus with the European power grids through Greece faces significant hurdles as tensions rise between Athens and Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-gains-support-from-democratic-governors
In a show of unity and support, several Democratic governors expressed their backing for President Joe Biden following a meeting with him. They highlighted their commitment to his leadership and discussed the significance of his administration's accomplishments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/councillor-pushes-for-better-support-of-foster-children
In a heartfelt discussion on SPOR FM's "Diaspora News," Fotini Tsiridou, a Limassol Councillor for the DISY, addressed the pressing issue of support for foster children as they transition into adulthood....
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/democrats-urge-biden-to-withdraw-from-2024-elections
In the wake of Joe Biden's recent debate with Donald Trump, Democratic pressures mount for the American president to be forthright about his health condition. Questions swirl about the responsibilities of his closest aides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-prepared-for-lebanon-conflict-fallout-says-kombos
A possible spillover of the conflict in Lebanon would have catastrophic consequences, Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Tuesday......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-pyramid-scheme-preys-on-cypriots-promising-big-profits
In a report by Hectoras Georgiou from Kathimerini, a new company named Metamax has recently popped up in Cyprus, promising substantial profits to users through its application. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-and-stewart-confer-on-security-issues-in-cyprus-buffer-zone
The UN Secretary-General's Special Representative to Cyprus, Colin Stewart, expressed concern about the militarization of the buffer zone......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-intensifies-mosquito-spraying-for-public-health
Larnaca Municipality has informed residents that systematic spraying operations to combat mosquitoes are ongoing throughout the city....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-secures-halloumi-pdo-status-with-5-year-plan
Cyprus has been granted a 5-year transition period by the European Commission to comply with the requirements for the production of halloumi......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecb-concerned-over-cypriot-bank-profit-tax-proposal
In 2023, Cypriot banks reported unprecedented profits, marking a 15-year high, with projections suggesting even greater earnings in 2024....
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/cyprus-and-u-s-celebrate-strengthened-ties-at-u-s-independence-day-event
The 248th anniversary of U.S. Independence was marked with a grand celebration hosted by the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia on Tuesday evening....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-announces-€10-million-boost-for-cyprus-tourism
President Nikos Christodoulides announced a €10 million increase in the 2025 budget for the Deputy Ministry of Tourism to enhance Cyprus's international promotion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reunification-talks-face-challenges-un-envoy-finds-parties-far-apart
The ongoing efforts to reunify Cyprus have hit another roadblock, as the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General, former Colombian Foreign Minister Ms. Holguin, finds significant gaps between the negotiating parties. ...
