https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/14-year-old-arrested-in-ai-image-manipulation-scandal-at-famagusta-school
The British Bases (BB) in Dhekelia are investigating a serious case at a Famagusta District high school, where male students allegedly used artificial intelligence to manipulate unauthorized photos of female students and teachers, transforming them into indecent images....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tighter-lending-rules-for-businesses-while-household-loans-remain-steady
Cypriot banks made it harder for businesses to get loans in the second quarter of 2024, while lending rules for households stayed the same, according to a new survey by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-s-hardline-on-syrian-deportations-gives-cyprus-green-light-for-returns
In a landmark ruling, Germany’s Supreme Administrative Court in Munster has determined that some areas of Syria can now be considered "safe," despite the ongoing civil war....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-to-pay-migrants-up-to-$34-000-to-return-home
Sweden is making significant changes to its migrant policies, marking a ''paradigm shift'' aimed at reversing decades of leniency. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/germany-s-border-crackdown-sparks-eu-tensions-over-immigration-policy
In a report in this Sunday's Kathimerini by Pavlos Xanthoulis, Germany’s decision to tighten immigration controls and reintroduce land border checks has raised concerns about the future of the Schengen Agreement and the European Union’s unity on migration policy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-banks-praised-for-stronger-sanctions-enforcement-by-us
US sanctions imposed on entities and individuals in Cyprus are not targeting the country, but “oligarchs and arms traders” enabling “the Kremlin war machine” to continue the war in Ukraine......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hellenic-bank-s-profits-surge-amid-higher-lending-rates
Hellenic Bank, Cyprus’ second-largest lender, has had a strong start to 2024, reporting a net profit of €189 million in the first half of the year—a solid 18% increase from last year. This boost in profit is mainly due to a 30% rise in interest income, driven by higher European Central Bank (ECB) interest rates....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-follows-germany-s-lead-on-refugee-returns-to-syria
A recent Islamist terror attack in Solingen, which left three people dead, is prompting a reevaluation of Germany's migration policies ahead of upcoming national elections....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/driving-under-the-influence-in-cyprus-4-years-in-jail
Speeding remains one of the most common traffic violations in Cyprus, but the penalties have become significantly harsher following new legislation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/financial-education-in-cyprus-schools-after-metamax-scandal
The ongoing investigation into the Metamax investment pyramid scheme is causing growing alarm across Cyprus. Complaints to police departments have surpassed 100, with over €220,000 allegedly defrauded. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legal-challenges-mount-over-vasilikos-terminal-abandonment
Cyprus is preparing for significant changes in its energy sector following the formal termination of the contract between the Natural Gas Infrastructure......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-faces-financial-hit-as-chinese-consortium-exits-energy-project
Following the public admission by Energy Minister George Papaconstantinou, the agreed separation between Cyprus' Natural Gas Infrastructure Company (ETYFA) and the Chinese consortium CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd (CMC Ltd) is imminent, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in this Sunday's printed edition of Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hidden-threat-trifluoroethanoic-acid-found-in-european-drinking-water
A recent study has uncovered a concerning issue in Europe's drinking water: the presence of trifluoroethanoic acid (TFA), a chemical that current tests don't detect. The study, conducted by PAN Europe, found TFA in tap water and bottled mineral water across several European countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-growing-threat-from-drug-resistant-bugs-is-there-hope
In a bid to tackle a global health challenge, Cyprus is ramping up efforts to reduce the use of antibiotics in its livestock sector. This initiative comes as antimicrobial resistance poses a serious threat worldwide, leading to millions of deaths annually....
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/cyprus-tightens-laws-to-combat-illegal-employment
The Council of Ministers has approved three new bills aimed at cracking down on illegal and undeclared work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-cuts-migrant-arrivals-by-50-earns-european-praise
Cyprus continues to grapple with a significant migration challenge, a situation that has evolved into a complex and multifaceted issue. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-$10-billion-plan-to-rebuild-cyprus-s-ghost-town
The Turkish newspaper Sözcü has drawn attention to Varosha, an abandoned area in Famagusta, calling it the "Las Vegas of the Mediterranean." The paper says it would take $10 billion to bring the ghost town back to life after being abandoned for 50 years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/banks-blame-high-interest-rates-for-decline-of-new-loans
Loan demand continued to fall in the first quarter of 2024, with banks blaming high interest rates for the decline. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forest-fires-ravage-cyprus-authorities-issue-red-alert
A series of wildfires have engulfed parts of Cyprus, prompting urgent response efforts from firefighting teams....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-grapples-with-challenges-in-youth-behavior
After recent violent incidents in schools and a surge in vandalism during the Easter holidays, concerns about youth behavior have reignited public debate in Cyprus, according to a report by Pavlos Neophytos in this Sunday's print edition of Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/resurging-piracy-threatens-red-sea-shipping-lanes
Piracy is re-emerging in the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa with alarming speed, endangering both the lives of crew members and the smooth flow of international trade. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/experts-predict-few-coal-plants-to-survive-stricter-us-regulations
New climate rules imposed by Joe Biden’s administration requiring huge cuts in carbon pollution from coal-fired power plants will accelerate the decline of an industry that until recently provided most of America’s power, experts say, potentially even dealing a death blow to coal in the US....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/foreign-students-welcomed-into-labor-market
Labour Minister Yiannis Panagiotou announced on Tuesday the government's decision to enhance foreign students' access to the labor market, citing its significance in the country's development planning...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/maritime-industry-adapts-to-rising-security-challenges
In response to growing instability in various global regions, the maritime industry is witnessing a surge in demand for specialized security services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fury-over-diplomat-s-illegal-parking-stirs-debate
A photo capturing a diplomat's vehicle parked in a disabled parking space has ignited a debate in Cyprus over parking violations and penalties....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-ioannou-advocates-stricter-syrian-asylum-criteria-with-denmark-czech-republic-and-greece
Minister of the Interior Konstantinos Ioannou is set to have bilateral contacts in Denmark, the Czech Republic and Greece on the 10th, 11th and 12th of April......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-introduces-talent-and-tech-visas-for-non-eu-citizens
Greece is about to introduce more formal incentives for attracting non-European Union citizens, this time based on their talent and expertise, as a means of boosting the country’s supply of skilled staff, which is seriously lagging demand in the high-tech sectors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/botswana-threatens-to-send-20-000-elephants-to-germany
Botswana's President, Mokgweetsi Masisi, has sparked controversy by threatening to send 20,000 elephants to Germany amidst a disagreement over the import of hunting trophies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finland-12-year-old-child-fatally-shoots-classmate
A 12-year-old child opened fire in a classroom at Viertolan Koulu school in Vantaa, Finland, killing one classmate and seriously injuring two others before being apprehended by police Tuesday....
