https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/middle-east-turmoil-shifts-energy-and-diplomatic-priorities
The tumultuous situation in the Middle East, prompted by Hamas's aggressive attack on Israel and Tel Aviv's military response, is reshaping the priorities of the Netanyahu government and the balance in the South-Eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/did-iran-fuel-hamas-attack-on-israel
The US intelligence community is digging through its stores of data and tasking the nation’s spy agencies to hunt for fresh clues to determine whether Iran played a direct role in Saturday’s deadly attack on Israel by Hamas, a senior Biden administration official said Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-vows-to-improve-shipping-registry
The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, reaffirmed the government’s dedication to enhancing the services provided by the Cypriot Shipping Registry, while addressing on Monday evening a dinner hosted at the Presidential Palace on the occasion of the "Cyprus Shipping 2023" International Conference....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eurobank-goes-independent
Eurobank Ergasias Services and Holdings SA has announced the repurchase of a total of 52.08 million shares previously held by the Financial Stability Fund, making it the first Greek systemic bank without state participation in its share capital following the 2010 crisis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-mirage-for-birds-with-over-1-000-fatal-collisions-in-a-single-day
In a grim escalation of tensions, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have accused Hamas of taking "hostages and prisoners of war," according to Brig. Gen. Daniel Hagari, the IDF spokesperson....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/emirates-introduces-biometric-passport-free-travel
We all know that there are loads of perks when it comes to travelling with Emirates — from luxe amenities kits to a variety of food choices and earning Skywards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/241-695-violations-in-speeding-and-multitasking-behind-the-wheel
Traffic Police cameras have logged a staggering 241,695 offenses since the implementation of the photo-recording system, spanning from January 1, 2022, to August 30, 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-public-transport-gets-a-facelift-as-massive-infrastructure-upgrade-underway
In a significant development, a new contract signed at the Ministry of Transport on Thursday outlines extensive improvements to Cyprus' public transportation infrastructure....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-of-education-set-to-confront-rising-school-bullying-incidents
The Federation of Parents of Secondary Education anticipates a meeting with the Minister of Education, joined by key stakeholders, to address the growing concern about bullying in schools....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-blockchain-technology-is-reshaping-financing
In this age of technology, digital transformation, and the omnipresence of the internet, alternative digital financing is emerging as an innovative and effective solution for both businesses and individuals in need of financial support....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/singapore-drivers-hit-with-£88-000-bill-just-to-own-a-car
Drivers in Singapore now need to pay £88,000 for the right to own a car - and that doesn't include the cost of the vehicle itself....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-nations-reach-agreement-on-handling-irregular-immigration
European Union countries on Wednesday sealed a deal on how to handle irregular immigration at times of exceptionally high arrivals, taking a step towards overhauling the bloc’s asylum and migration rules before a pan-European election next year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-in-europe-with-anti-femicide-law
Cyprus encourages all States to acknowledge the existence of femicide, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Cyprus to the UN Ambassador Andreas Hadjichrysanthou has said, noting that the Cyprus Parliament has adopted a law on femicide which was the first of such piece of legislation in Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/keep-an-umbrella-handy
In the region today, the influence of a weakening high-pressure system is making its presence felt, resulting in a diverse weather pattern....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ecb-vp-praises-cyprus-economic-turnaround
ECB Vice-President Luis de Guindos praised Cyprus for its remarkable economic improvement and recent upgrades by two rating agencies during a meeting with Cyprus Central Bank Governor Constatinos Herodotou in Nicosia. The officials emphasized the strengthening collaboration between Cyprus and the ECB....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-seeks-centralized-energy-storage-solution
As part of the Save and Upgrade plan, only eight applications have been submitted thus far for the installation of home storage systems. It's important to note that these grants exclude new homes, which are expected to meet almost zero energy consumption standards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/vat-submission-deadline-extended-to-october-16
The Tax Department has announced that the submission of the VAT Declaration and the payment of the due tax for the period ending on August 31, 2023, are extended until October 16, 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/inflation-fears-and-green-investments
The European Central Bank (ECB) has revised its inflation forecast upward, now predicting that inflation will reach 5.6% in 2023 and 3.2% in 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/real-estate-boom-in-greece-and-cyprus
The real estate landscapes of Greece and Cyprus are undergoing significant transformations, with both nations showcasing promising growth and recovery. However, beneath the surface of these top-line numbers, there are underlying challenges and disparities that need to be addressed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-institutional-hurdles-in-anti-corruption-efforts
Cyprus' anti-corruption legislation for top executive officials appears robust on paper, but its practical effectiveness is hampered by institutional shortcomings, warns the Council of Europe's Group of States Against Corruption (GRECO)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nobel-prize-honors-pioneers-of-mrna-vaccine-technology
The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to a pair of scientists who developed the technology that led to the mRNA Covid vaccines.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-celebrates-63rd-independence-anniversary-with-impressive-military-parade
Cyprus marked its 63rd independence anniversary with a grand military parade that showcased the unwavering commitment of the National Guard to ensure the nation's security....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nyc-drowns-under-state-of-emergency-from-flooding
New York City began drying out Saturday after being soaked by one of its wettest days in decades, as city dwellers dried out basements and traffic resumed on highways, railways and airports that were temporarily shuttered by Friday’s severe rainfall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/surgery-cost-inquiry-leads-to-heated-confrontation-with-doctor
The Patient Rights Observatory of the Federation of patient associations of Cyprus (OSAK) has recently received complaints regarding various issues related to healthcare services in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-banks-net-interest-income-doubles-amid-ecb-rate-hikes
The Cypriot banking system's net interest income (NII) saw a remarkable doubling in the first half of 2023, marking an annual increase of 100%, primarily due to the ongoing rate hikes by the European Central Bank (ECB) aimed at tackling rising inflation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-embarks-on-ambitious-reform-and-overhaul-of-tax-framework
The Cyprus Tax Framework is set for a significant overhaul as work begins on the Integrated Tax Transformation Project. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sweden-s-military-called-to-combat-daily-shootings-and-bombings
Sweden’s prime minister on Thursday said that he’s summoned the head of the military to discuss how the armed forces can help police deal with an unprecedented crime wave that has shocked the country with almost daily shootings and bombings....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-department-looking-for-solutions-to-unpaid-fines
In efforts to address unpaid fines stemming from the photo-identification system, the Department for Transport is exploring potential remedies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cbc-governor-herodotou-reveals-breakthrough-in-digital-finance
The Central Bank of Cyprus has completed the tender for a new digital platform for customer compliance, said CBC Governor Constantinos Herodotou, speaking at an event organized by the Association of Cyprus Electronic Money and Payment Institutions, on Thursday afternoon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-takes-on-migration-housing-and-traffic-head-on
Migration, housing and traffic are the subjects the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides focuses on, aiming for immediate and effective resolution, he said, speaking at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors of Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (OEB) in Limassol on Wednesday afternoon....
