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1. 36.1% of Cypriot women affected by gender violence

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/36-1-of-cypriot-women-affected-by-gender-violence

A recent European survey has revealed alarming figures about gender-based violence in Cyprus, showing that 36.1% of women have experienced physical violence, threats, or sexual violence, either from a partner or another individual....

2. RIK welfare fund scandal: Taxpayers on the hook for mismanaged millions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rik-welfare-fund-scandal-taxpayers-on-the-hook-for-mismanaged-millions

A potential case of misappropriation of public funds has emerged involving the Cyprus Radio Broadcasting Corporation's (RIK) Welfare Fund, according to findings from the Parliamentary Control Committee....

3. Lidl strengthens its international commitment to conscious nutrition together with WWF

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-strengthens-its-international-commitment-to-conscious-nutrition-together-with-wwf

Lidl is advancing its commitment to conscious nutrition by further aligning its product range with the Planetary Health Diet (PHD)1 by 2050. By 2030, Lidl will increase the proportion of plant-based foods sold, such as plant-based protein sources, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, by 20 percent compared to 2022. As the first retailer to apply WWF’s methodology across all 31 Lidl countries with stores, Lidl brings transparency to its offerings across all food groups, empowering customers to make more environmentally conscious and healthier choices. To address global challenges, like climate change, biodiversity loss and diet-related diseases we need to transform our food system2....

4. Water crisis looms for Paphos farmers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/water-crisis-looms-for-paphos-farmers

The Ministry of Agriculture is ramping up efforts to tackle water shortages in Paphos and ensure farmers have enough resources to sustain their crops. ...

5. Leak at Mavrokolympos Dam risks losing 1.4 million cubic meters of water

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/leak-at-mavrokolympos-dam-risks-losing-1-4-million-cubic-meters-of-water

Authorities are racing to address a significant water leak at the Mavrokolympos dam in Paphos, where stopping the issue appears increasingly challenging. ...

6. Uncontrolled water leak at Mavrokolympos dam raises fears of ecological disaster

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uncontrolled-water-leak-at-mavrokolympos-dam-raises-fears-of-ecological-disaster

A significant and uncontrolled water outflow from the Mavrokolympos Dam in the Paphos region has raised alarm over potential ecological and agricultural consequences. ...

7. Live dog found in garbage bin (photos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/live-dog-found-in-garbage-bin-photos

According to a Facebook post by the Animal Party Cyprus (APC), a horrifying case of animal cruelty has come to light in the municipality of Peyia....

8. Deadly crash in Kyrenia claims lives of mother and daughter

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deadly-crash-in-kyrenia-claims-lives-of-mother-and-daughter

In a tragic incident early this morning, a 41-year-old mother and her 12-year-old daughter lost their lives in a traffic accident in the occupied Bogazi district of Kyrenia....

9. Biden announces $770 payments for California wildfire victims

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-announces-$770-payments-for-california-wildfire-victims

In an effort to provide swift relief to those affected by California's devastating wildfires, President Joe Biden announced one-time payments of $770 for victims....

10. First Cypriot appointed to helm global shipping powerhouse

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-cypriot-appointed-to-helm-global-shipping-powerhouse

The appointment of a Cypriot as Secretary General/CEO of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is a major vote of confidence in the Cypriot shipping industry....

11. Los Angeles wildfires rage on, leaving 11 dead and a city in ashes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/los-angeles-wildfires-rage-on-leaving-11-dead-and-a-city-in-ashes

As fires ravage Los Angeles for a fifth straight day, the death toll has climbed to at least 11 people, and over 140,000 acres have been scorched, leaving entire neighborhoods in ashes....

12. Turkish FM Fidan visits occupied Cyprus amid key regional shifts

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-fm-fidan-visits-occupied-cyprus-amid-key-regional-shifts

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s two-day visit to the occupied territories, taking place today and tomorrow, is considered particularly significant. ...

13. Investor scammed out of $58,000 in cryptocurrency fraud

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/investor-scammed-out-of-$58-000-in-cryptocurrency-fraud

The promise of easy profits through online investments lured a 50-year-old man into a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam, resulting in the loss of $58,000....

14. Greek and Turkish Cypriot experts unite to combat island-wide plant diseases

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-and-turkish-cypriot-experts-unite-to-combat-island-wide-plant-diseases

Greek and Turkish Cypriot experts are working together to stop the spread of harmful plant diseases that are affecting crops across the whole island. ...

15. Pope Francis calls for Cyprus reunification in Christmas message

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pope-francis-calls-for-cyprus-reunification-in-christmas-message

Pope Francis' recent Christmas message, which included a call for a solution to the longstanding Cyprus issue, has once again highlighted international attention on the divided island and emphasized the need for renewed peace talks....

16. General strike continues in occupied areas over cost of living reforms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-general-strike-continues-in-occupied-areas-over-cost-of-living-reforms

The general strike called by 32 unions across both public and private sectors in the occupied territories continues for a second day today, as workers protest proposed amendments to key regulations affecting their livelihoods. ...

17. Snapshots of an otherworldly presence

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/snapshots-of-an-otherworldly-presence

Andros Efstathiou's photography exhibition "Nicosia International Airport" opens on Friday, December 13th. ...

18. Kurdish community in Cyprus calls for U.S. action to halt Turkish attacks in Syria

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kurdish-community-in-cyprus-calls-for-u-s-action-to-halt-turkish-attacks-in-syria

The Kurdish community in Cyprus called on the United States for help to stop attacks by Turkey and Ankara-backed groups in northern Syria....

19. End of an era as Assad flees Syria amid government collapse

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/end-of-an-era-assad-flees-syria-as-government-collapses

In a dramatic and swift turn of events, the Syrian government has collapsed, marking the end of the Assad family's 50-year rule....

20. Half of citizens and businesses targeted by cybercriminals in 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-half-of-citizens-and-businesses-targeted-by-cybercriminals-in-2024

In a startling revelation, a recent survey by the Digital Security Authority has found that one in two people in Cyprus fell victim to a cyber attack in 2024....

21. Housing crisis looms as Limassol property prices skyrocket (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/housing-crisis-looms-as-limassol-property-prices-skyrocket

Limassol has seen a dramatic surge in property prices over the past five years, with rents and home prices doubling—and in some cases, tripling....

22. Nicosia aims to become tourism and investment hub

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-aims-to-become-tourism-and-investment-hub

Nicosia’s aspirations to become a vibrant hub for tourism and investment were showcased at the Annual General Meeting of the Nicosia Region Tourism Development and Promotion Company (LTO), held yesterday at the Old Town Hall....

23. Rhodes declares state of emergency after storm ''Bora''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rhodes-declares-state-of-emergency-bora-devastation

The Greek island of Rhodes has been declared in a state of emergency following the devastating impact of Storm Bora, which struck on Sunday, December 1, 2024....

24. Macron celebrates Notre-Dame’s restoration

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/macron-celebrates-notre-dame-s-restoration

Emmanuel Macron has praised the craftsmen and women who worked tirelessly to restore Paris's Notre-Dame Cathedral, which was devastated by a fire in 2019. ...

25. Temporary truce in the healthcare sector as December showdown looms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/temporary-truce-in-the-healthcare-sector-as-december-showdown-looms

A temporary truce has been reached in the healthcare sector following the 48-hour doctors' strike....

26. Limassol’s growth deserves equal support

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/limassol-s-growth-deserves-equal-support

Who is driving development projects in Limassol, and how far have they progressed? Who decides how state development funds are allocated, and based on what criteria?...

27. The President’s bold move: Passport revoked, secession on the horizon?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-president-s-bold-move-passport-revoked-secession-on-the-horizon

I begin with a bow to our dear young Nikos, who, with a fiery decision, didn't hesitate to take on everyone and everything by revoking the passport of the President of Paphos' football club, even though he himself is from Paphos and a fan of the team! Great balls of fire. Respect, Mr. President!...

28. Doctors’ strike disrupts public hospitals across the island

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/doctors-strike-disrupts-public-hospitals-across-the-island

Public hospitals across Cyprus are grappling with disruptions today as a 48-hour strike by government doctors gets underway. ...

29. The new 360 campaign by AFIS Cyprus openly addresses toxic relationships

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-new-360-campaign-by-afis-cyprus-openly-addresses-toxic-relationships

The concept of toxic interpersonal relationships has become a staple of modern discourse, sparking numerous (and sometimes not-so-calm) online and offline conversations. ...

30. US and Greek Embassies in Kyiv close amid major airstrike threat

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. ...

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