https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/when-parking-defies-logic-in-more-ways-than-one
Nicosia General Hospital isn’t just a place for medical emergencies anymore; it’s apparently also the stage for parking theatrics. Social media erupted on Wednesday after photos surfaced of a driver’s truly perplexing parking maneuver. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-embassy-slams-icc-s-arrest-warrants-for-netanyahu-and-gallant
In a strong rebuttal to the International Criminal Court's (ICC) recent arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, the Israeli Embassy in Cyprus accused the court of undermining its own credibility and legitimacy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/vafeadis-everyone-is-responsible-for-their-own-car
''Everyone is responsible for their own car,'' said the Minister of Transport, Mr. Vafeadis, regarding the problematic – and deadly – airbags found in tens of thousands of unsuspecting drivers’ cars on Cypriot roads...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-weather-hits-limassol-floods-and-landslides-reported
Intense weather conditions have hit the Limassol District since last night, causing significant disruptions. Heavy rainfall has led to flooding, particularly in areas like Parekklisia,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-rules-could-see-avax-take-over-paphos–polis-road-project
The government is stepping up efforts to strengthen the framework for public works contracts following the unfortunate cancellation of the Paphos–Polis Chrysochous road project....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-role-in-the-east-med-highlighted-at-economist-conference
Cyprus’ growing importance in the Eastern Mediterranean was highlighted by U.S. Ambassador Julie Fisher and the UK’s new High Commissioner Michael Tatham during the 20th Economist magazine conference in Cyprus on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russia-fires-intercontinental-ballistic-missile-at-ukraine
In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday. This marks the first reported use of an ICBM in the war, a weapon traditionally designed for long-range nuclear strikes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eib-president-nadia-calvino-to-visit-cyprus-for-talks-and-office-opening
Nadia Calviño, the President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), is set to make her first official visit to Cyprus on Friday, November 22, where she will open the new EIB Group office and hold talks with Cypriot leaders....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-slams-eu-maritime-map-escalating-tensions-with-greece-and-cyprus
Turkey has voiced sharp criticism of a European Commission map delineating potential maximum maritime zones for Greece, calling it an affront to its territorial claims in the Eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/$6-2m-for-a-banana-taped-to-a-wall-have-we-gone-bananas
It’s official—art is bananas. Literally....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-and-us-ambassadors-highlight-cyprus-growing-role-in-regional-affairs
The British High Commissioner Designate to Cyprus, Michael Tatham, and US Ambassador Julie Fisher underscored Cyprus’ importance in the region during the Economist’s 20th Annual Cyprus Summit on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russian-software-company-offers-job-to-7-year-old-programming-prodigy
A seven-year-old boy from St. Petersburg has captured the attention of the tech world, earning an offer for a management role at a Russian software company—once he’s old enough to work legally....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ft-icc-issues-arrest-warrants-for-netanyahu-and-gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of crimes against humanity and war crimes related to the war in Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/student-killed-in-overloaded-car-driver-six-times-over-legal-limit
Authorities in Nicosia are continuing their investigation into a fatal car crash that killed 20-year-old Irini Kontogiorgou, a Greek university student, early Sunday morning....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/officials-finalize-new-district-maps-after-local-government-overhaul
Work is underway to complete the new district maps of Cyprus, part of a sweeping reform to the country’s local administration that took effect on July 1, 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/are-you-driving-an-unsafe-car-gaps-in-recall-alerts-spark-concern-in-cyprus
Car safety in Cyprus is under the spotlight as gaps in the vehicle recall system are leaving drivers unknowingly at risk. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-tighten-rules-for-migrants-who-commit-crimes
Cyprus is reviewing its rules for handling migrants who have special protection but commit serious crimes, according to a report by Kathimerini's George Kakouris....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/146-individuals-repatriated-as-police-crack-down-on-illegal-residency
The Cyprus Police have ramped up efforts to tackle illegal residency on the island, arresting 80 individuals last week as part of coordinated operations across all districts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rising-food-prices-leave-cypriot-households-struggling
A recent survey reveals that consumers in Cyprus are increasingly worried about their financial future, as rising food costs and economic challenges weigh heavily on households....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/giannis-antetokounmpo-takes-his-first-shot-in-film-with-mykonos-comedy
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Greek NBA star known for his incredible rise from Athens to the Milwaukee Bucks, is now adding a new chapter to his impressive career—film production. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nadal-i-m-not-tired-of-playing-tennis-it-s-my-body-that-doesn-t-want-to-play-anymore
Rafael Nadal, one of the greatest tennis players in history, has announced the end of his 20-year career following a 6-4, 6-4 defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands in the Davis Cup on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-workers-strike-over-rising-costs-and-low-wages
Greek workers are currently on strike today, Wednesday, causing disruptions at ports, and on buses and trains. The nationwide strike, which includes transport workers, doctors, teachers, and construction workers, is a protest against rising living costs and demands for higher wages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-court-upholds-tougher-rules-for-glamping-projects
The Supreme Constitutional Court recently made a decision that has significant implications for luxury camping (glamping) and visitor farm projects in Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-embassy-in-kyiv-closes-amid-major-airstrike-threat
The United States has temporarily closed its embassy in Kyiv, citing credible intelligence about a potential major airstrike on November 20. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-takes-the-helm-at-global-maritime-trade-summit-in-hong-kong
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber has taken center stage at the prestigious Hong Kong Global Maritime Trade Summit, held just ahead of Hong Kong Maritime Week from November 17 to 23. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/road-to-nowhere-as-paphos-polis-project-hits-a-dead-end
The long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road project has hit a major roadblock, with construction halted at just 21% completion and the Republic of Cyprus now facing legal challenges from the former contractor, INTRAKAT. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ukraine-strikes-russian-base-with-us-supplied-atcms-missiles
For the first time, Ukraine has used U.S.-supplied ATACMS long-range ballistic missiles to strike Russian territory, targeting a military installation near the town of Karachev in the Bryansk region....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-key-undersea-communication-cables-cut-in-baltic-sea
Two important undersea communication cables in the Baltic Sea were cut recently, and it looks like it was done on purpose. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pwc-cyprus-partners-with-leading-companies-for-groundbreaking-project-symbiosis
A leading Consortium comprised of PwC Cyprus, Multimarine Services Ltd, SignalGeneriX Ltd, and Theophrastus Research Institute, has been awarded the Project Symbiosis to Harmonise Offshore Renewable Energy with Defence Operations by the European Defence Agency (EDA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/50-million-luxury-shoppers-pull-back-as-market-slows
For the first time since the 2009 financial crisis, the luxury goods market is losing its shine. A whopping 50 million shoppers have stopped splurging on designer bags, watches, and other high-end items, according to Bain & Company’s latest report....
