https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gastronomos-quality-awards-unveil-menu-for-prestigious-event
In addition to the highly anticipated awards, guests attending the annual "Gastronomos" Quality Awards will also have the pleasure of indulging in a specially curated menu, designed to complement the evening's celebrations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-approves-sale-of-lab-grown-chicken
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted approval for the sale of cell-cultured chicken, marking a significant milestone for the cultured meat industry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/announcing-the-9th-annual-gastronomy-awards-2023
Get ready for the much-anticipated celebration of Cypriot producers! The prestigious 2023 Quality Awards by "Gastronomos" and "Kathimerini" are set to take place on Tuesday, June 27th at 8:00 PM in the enchanting courtyard of the Cultural Centre of Strovolos Municipality....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/380-cyta-employees-on-the-brink-of-departure
In an effort to further reduce operational expenses and renew its workforce, Cyta has implemented another voluntary employee exit plan, targeting individuals who meet specific conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ayia-napa-marina-expands-with-exciting-new-additions
Ayia Napa Marina, renowned as the island's premier entertainment hotspot, is set to enhance its offerings with the addition of selected stores and brands in the shopping zone. The new establishments, expected to open in June, aim to provide visitors with even more choices to satisfy their every need and taste....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/terkenlis-confectionery-chain-shuts-down-in-cyprus
After operating in Cyprus for four years, the Terkenlis confectionery chain has made the decision to close its doors. Over the past two weeks, the company has ceased operations and deactivated its social media presence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gigantic-heap-of-unused-clothing-seen-from-space
A giant dump of unused fast fashion clothing in Chile's Atacama Desert is now clearly visible to satellites....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meta-slammed-with-record-€1-2-billion-fine-over-user-data-handling
Meta was hit with a record 1.2 billion euro ($1.3 billion) fine by its lead privacy regulator in the European Union for its handling of user information and given five months to stop transferring users’ data to the United States....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/alphamega-revolutionizes-shopping-with-click-collect
Alphamega Hypermarkets has launched a new service that aims to improve its customers' shopping experience. The new Click & Collect service allows customers to collect their orders from the company's e-store for free, instead of using the home delivery service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sales-of-halloumi-are-increasing
The registration of halloumi cheese as a protected designation of origin product has proven to be beneficial. This is demonstrated by the latest data from the statistical service regarding exports, as well as sales in the Cypriot market....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/folli-follie-trial-set-for-june-after-lawyers-abstention-ends
The trial of Greek jewelry maker Folli Follie is expected to finally take place in June after being deadlocked for some time. This was due to lawyers abstaining from their duties in trials concerning criminal organizations due to legal disagreements concerning a legislative provision stating that any sentences imposed would be served. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/easter-table-lamb-and-flaounes-more-expensive
The price of lamb has skyrocketed to an average of 11.5-12 euros per kilo this year, while last year it was 8-8.5 euros per kilo on average. At the same time, the price of another Easter product, flaounes, is also high, specifically 18 euros per kilo on average, while last year it was 14 euros....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/higher-prices-for-easter-meat-lamb-sees-a-25-increase-beef-up-by-15
A year ago, reports described Easter dinner as the most expensive in four years. This year's prices are expected to surpass that record, according to the first data from the Easter Price Watch gathered by K and soon to be published by the Consumer Protection Agency....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-stores-bags-of-stone-instead-of-$1-3-million-worth-of-nickel
The London Metal Exchange revealed a surprising mix-up last week at a warehouse in the Dutch port city of Rotterdam....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/trade-deficit-increased-by-163-5-in-january-2023
A large increase was recorded in the trade deficit in January 2023 according to preliminary data published on Monday by the Statistical Service, since the increase in imports was more than three times the increase in exports....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/criticism-grows-as-europe-pushes-to-restrict-cars-in-cities
In an effort to ease traffic congestion and curb greenhouse gas emissions causing climate change, municipalities from Barcelona to Brussels have embarked on what has been called a “transportation revolution.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fruits-and-vegetables-being-rationed-in-britain
Supermarkets across the country have begun rationing fresh food items in a move that is expected to last “weeks”....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-is-constantly-reducing-its-energy-footprint-and-contributes-to-the-protection-of-the-environment-on-a-daily-basis
This year, the company was also certified with the ISO 50001 for its energy management system and for the first time it attained green certificates for 100% of the energy supplied by EAC....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/buy-nothing-project-gaining-ground-worldwide
It was not until after Angela Parker, 53, had raced across her north Atlanta neighborhood to nab eight leftover, thick-cut slices of ham with gravy from the porch of someone she didn't know that she began to ask herself some questions. Was it weird to eat a stranger's porch ham? Was it safe? Would the ham be worth it?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/paphos-over-15-million-euros-in-foreign-investment-in-2022
According to the Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, foreign investment in the city has surpassed €15 million.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cypriot-fund-ecm-partners-acquires-starbucks-cyprus-and-greece
ECM Partners, a Cypriot-owned investment fund, is putting the finishing touches on a deal to acquire Starbucks in Greece and Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/kiabi-pursuing-international-development-with-the-opening-of-a-second-store-in-cyprus
Present in 24 countries with a network of 538 physical stores, KIABI is challenging the fashion world’s leaders in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and South America. Engaged in an international growth dynamic, the French favourite continues to roll out its concept intended for all families as it opens its second shop in Cyprus in 2023. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/demetra-has-invested-75-of-its-capital-in-hellenic
Demetra Investment, the Cyprus Investment Fund, has dedicated 75% of its investments to Hellenic Bank....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-retail-pharmacies-to-dispense-abortion-pills-with-prescription
Retail pharmacies in the United States will be permitted to sell abortion pills, health officials said Tuesday, a move that could significantly expand access to the procedure after last year's landmark Supreme Court ruling that overturned federal abortion rights....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/what-consumers-should-lookout-for as-january-sales begin
The Ministry of Commerce is intensifying its market checks due to the January sales, especially in clothing and footwear stores. At the same time, consumers are urged to be informed of their rights and to be particularly careful about cases of misleading advertisements....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/grant-johnson-city-of-dreams-mediterranean-will-be-the-game-changer-for-cyprus-hospitality-industry
The multi-themed City of Dreams Mediterranean resort in Limassol, which will include a luxury hotel, casino, entertainment and sports facilities, adventure park, shops and restaurants, among others, will begin operations in the second quarter of 2023. Grant Johnson, the General Manager of COD analyzes what exactly the City of Dreams Mediterranean will be, what it will offer to the tourism product of Cyprus, how it will strengthen the country's economy and its position as a popular tourist destination and at the same time he analyzes how this project will have significant benefits for the local community and its people. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-zealand-becomes-the-world-s-first-smoke-free-country
As the first nation to adopt this policy and even pass a draft law, New Zealand has set the goal of getting the younger generation to stop smoking....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-at-the-ready-to-lend-support-to-cyprus
Should disaster strike once again, the United States stands ready to lend its support, resources, and expertise to the Republic of Cyprus, US Ambassador Judith Garber assured, pointing out at the same time, that Americans have benefitted directly from the heroism and efficiency of the Civil Defense team in the past....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/black-friday-see-how-the-annual-shopping-event-is-shaping-up-photos
On Thursday afternoon, sales began to increase significantly, particularly in shopping centers that benefited from favorable weather conditions, however, as of Friday morning, traffic appears to be somewhat subdued, at least in comparison to the corresponding images from 2019....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/walmart-store-manager-kills-6-then-turns-gun-on-himself
A Walmart employee killed six people and wounded several others before fatally shooting himself at a store in Chesapeake, Virginia, authorities said on Wednesday, in the latest episode of gun violence in the United States....
