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1. Ellen Degeneres joins Americans eyeing life abroad after Trump’s return to power

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ellen-degeneres-joins-americans-eyeing-life-abroad-after-trump-s-return-to-power

Former talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres is trading sunny California for the picturesque Cotswolds in England, following Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential election victory....

2. Nadal: ''I'm not tired of playing tennis...it's my body that doesn't want to play anymore.''

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....

3. Botched robbery ends in disaster as suspect loses leg

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/botched-robbery-ends-in-disaster-as-suspect-loses-leg

Paphos Police have arrested two men in connection with a botched burglary that resulted in serious injuries and a complex web of alleged crimes, including conspiracy to commit a felony, housebreaking, and providing false information to authorities....

4. Laiki Bank liquidator raises €90.8 million for depositor compensation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/laiki-bank-liquidator-raises-€90-8-million-for-depositor-compensation

According to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas in this Sunday's Kathimerini, the liquidator of the former Laiki Bank, Avgoustinos Papathomas, has achieved a key milestone in efforts to compensate creditors, particularly depositors who lost money during the bank’s 2013 collapse....

5. Cyprus eyes new offshore gas licenses as global demand surges

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-eyes-new-offshore-gas-licenses-as-global-demand-surges

Cyprus is considering a new round of licensing for offshore gas exploration to capitalize on high demand, according to Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou. With estimates suggesting that undiscovered gas reserves could be around 15-16 trillion cubic feet...

6. The Guardian quits X, citing ''toxic'' platform and Musk’s Trump ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-guardian-quits-x-citing-toxic-platform-and-musk-s-trump-ties

The British newspaper group The Guardian has decided to stop posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, citing concerns over what it describes as a ''toxic media platform.''...

7. Theft on the rise, police urge vigilance

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/theft-on-the-rise-police-urge-vigilance

Authorities in Cyprus are warning residents to stay vigilant as reports of theft continue to rise, including a recent case involving €10,000 worth of jewelry stolen from a home in the Kofinos area....

8. Bank of Cyprus reports €401 million profit surge

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-reports-€401-million-profit-surge

In the latest financial report, Bank of Cyprus has reported a solid profit of €401 million for the first nine months of 2024—a 15% jump from last year’s €349 million. ...

9. Why I almost voted for Trump—and why many Americans did

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-i-almost-voted-for-trump—and-why-many-americans-did

I’ve been a staunch Democrat my whole life, but as I look at the results of the latest election, I can’t say I’m entirely shocked by Trump’s success. ...

10. Antibiotic misuse in Cyprus fuels deadly resistance surge

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/antibiotic-misuse-in-cyprus-fuels-deadly-resistance-surge

Cyprus ranks among European Union countries with the highest antibiotic consumption and microbial resistance rates, Health Minister Michalis Damianou said Friday at a news conference kicking off a campaign on antibiotic stewardship and antimicrobial resistance. ...

11. Greek woman swindled out of €600,000 in cryptocurrency scam on Chios

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-woman-swindled-out-of-€600-000-in-cryptocurrency-scam-on-chios

Police on the Greek island of Chios are investigating an elaborate online scam in which a woman was defrauded of 608,955 euros ($648,000) by two foreign nationals posing as investment company representatives....

12. Tesla surges 12% on Trump’s election win, Musk’s $75M bet pays off

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tesla-surges-12-on-trump-s-election-win-musk-s-$75m-bet-pays-off

Tesla shares surged 12% in early trading Wednesday following Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election, as investors anticipated potential advantages for Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk, a major Trump backer....

13. 19 attacks on foreign delivery workers spark crackdown on racist violence

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/19-attacks-on-foreign-delivery-workers-spark-crackdown-on-racist-violence

Attacks against foreign food delivery workers in Cyprus have surged recently, with eleven incidents reported in Limassol during October 2024 alone, according to Kathimerini's Christos Bouris....

14. Spain’s King pelted with eggs amid fury over flood response in Valencia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-s-king-pelted-with-eggs-amid-fury-over-flood-response-in-valencia

Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia faced an angry backlash during a visit to the flood-ravaged Valencia region on Monday, where crowds hurled eggs and booed as they met with residents....

15. Over 150 dead, many still missing in Spain's deadliest floods in decades

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-150-dead-many-still-missing-in-spain-s-deadliest-floods-in-decades

Spain is reeling from its deadliest flood disaster in decades, with at least 158 confirmed dead after devastating rains and flash floods tore through communities. ...

16. Harris and Trump neck and neck in final stretch

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/harris-and-trump-neck-and-neck-in-final-stretch

As the November 5 election approaches, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are in a tight race for the White House, according to the latest New York Times/Siena poll, which shows them tied at 48% among likely voters. ...

17. Safety measures ignored as two students injured in school incidents

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/safety-measures-ignored-as-two-students-injured-in-school-incidents

In light of a recent ban on mobile phones in secondary schools, discussions about student safety have intensified following two serious incidents in schools, ...

18. Public sector salaries to increase by 1.5% starting October 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/public-sector-salaries-to-increase-by-1-5-starting-october-2024

Cyprus' House of Representatives has passed an agreement between the government and trade unions to implement a general 1.5% wage increase for public......

19. Surgeon accused of negligence and fraud in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/surgeon-accused-of-negligence-and-fraud-in-nicosia

A 34-year-old man has lodged a formal complaint against a Nicosia-based surgeon, accusing him of medical negligence and fraud following a scheduled inguinal hernia repair surgery. ...

20. Freedom Holding Corp. marks 5th anniversary of Nasdaq IPO with significant growth milestones

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/freedom-holding-corp-marks-5th-anniversary-of-nasdaq-ipo-with-significant-growth-milestones

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC) is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its IPO on the Nasdaq Capital Market, one of the world’s leading stock exchanges. ...

21. Protests rise against Barcelona's growing tourist influx

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/protests-rise-against-barcelona-s-growing-tourist-influx

Barcelona is grappling with a surge in tourism that has led to rising tensions among locals. Iconic landmarks like Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, along with bustling streets like Las Ramblas, are attracting 170,000 visitors daily, according to city authorities. ...

22. Frustrated graduates flee abroad as job markets fail them

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/frustrated-graduates-flee-abroad-as-job-markets-fail-them

Over the past two decades, an educational revolution swept through much of the developing world. ...

23. UK youth joblessness jumps 25% since 2022

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-youth-joblessness-jumps-25-since-2022

A growing number of young people in the United Kingdom......

24. Hurricane Milton causes widespread damage in Florida

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hurricane-milton-causes-widespread-damage-in-florida

Hurricane Milton struck Florida on Thursday, unleashing severe winds and rain that left at least 11 people dead and plunged nearly 2.9 million homes and businesses into darkness....

25. Soaring prices of fruits and vegetables hitting consumers hard

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/soaring-prices-of-fruits-and-vegetables-hitting-consumers-hard

Cypriot consumers are feeling the pinch as the prices of fruits, vegetables, and greens have surged, making it harder for households to purchase these essential goods....

26. Florida: Fire Chief warned, ''If you stay here, you will die''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/florida-fire-chief-warned-if-you-stay-here-you-will-die

Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida late Wednesday as a Category 3 storm, causing widespread destruction and flooding. The storm made landfall south of Tampa, with powerful winds, heavy rain, and tornadoes battering cities across the state....

27. Florida counts the cost: Tornadoes, flooding, and Milton’s impact

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/florida-counts-the-cost-tornadoes-flooding-and-milton-s-impact

Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, made landfall in Sarasota County, Florida, near Siesta Key at 8:30 p.m. local time on Wednesday, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) said....

28. Two elephants drown as severe floods hit Thai sanctuary

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-elephants-drown-as-severe-floods-hit-thai-sanctuary

Northern Thailand has been ravaged by severe flooding in recent weeks, worsened by Typhoon Yagi, which amplified the region's seasonal monsoon rains....

29. Over 1,600 domestic violence complaints in first half of 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-600-domestic-violence-complaints-in-first-half-of-2024

The number of domestic violence complaints in Cyprus has steadily increased over the past five years, prompting concerns among authorities and advocates. ...

30. Olive oil and potato prices surge in Cyprus by over 50%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/olive-oil-and-potato-prices-surge-in-cyprus-by-over-50

Olive oil and potatoes saw the largest annual price increases in September 2024, surging by 61.3% and 57.7% respectively, according to data from the Cyprus Consumer Association....

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