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1. Danish farmers to pay tax on livestock farts and burps

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/danish-farmers-to-pay-tax-on-livestock-farts-and-burps

Denmark is making headlines with a groundbreaking new tax: a belch and manure tax....

2. 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. ...

3. Amazon launches 'Haul', a low-cost rival to Temu and Shein

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/amazon-launches-haul-a-low-cost-rival-to-temu-and-shein

Amazon is launching a new e-commerce platform called Haul, designed to offer shoppers incredibly low prices on a wide range of products, aiming to take on growing competition from Chinese brands like Temu and Shein....

4. Old grudges and gilded memories, Cypriot politics in reruns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/old-grudges-and-gilded-memories-cypriot-politics-in-reruns

Last night, I tuned into a podcast featuring the former President of Cyprus and a Twitter Space (or "X Space") with the former DISY party leader. Oh boy, both were quite the listen....

5. Fired Paphos-Polis road contractor wants €35 million payout

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fired-paphos-polis-road-contractor-wants-€35-million-payout

The Cyprus government has formally terminated its contract with Intrakat, a Greek construction company, for the long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous motorway, citing severe delays and excessive demands from the contractor....

6. Trump taps Elon Musk to lead ''Department of Government Efficiency''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-taps-elon-musk-to-lead-department-of-government-efficiency

In a move aimed at shaking up Washington, former President Donald Trump announced plans to appoint Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest man, to head a new ''Department of Government Efficiency.''...

7. ''If you cannot manage EU law in your country, how will you manage it in the 27 states?''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/if-you-cannot-manage-eu-law-in-your-country-how-will-you-manage-it-in-the-27-states

During his hearing for the role of European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis was questioned by Dutch MEP Anja Hazekamp regarding the Pendakomou waste management plant issue....

8. Lidl Cyprus gives new life to fruit and vegetables with the 'Choose me' bag

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-cyprus-gives-new-life-to-fruit-and-vegetables-with-the-choose-me-bag

With a new initiative, Lidl Cyprus invites all its customers to choose the "Choose me" bag and help reduce food waste, while saving money on their daily purchases....

9. Kadis gains key approval for EU fisheries role, promises new ocean pact

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kadis-gains-key-approval-for-eu-fisheries-role-promises-new-ocean-pact

The committee on fisheries (PECH) of the European Parliament has approved the appointment of Costas Kadis as Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, with the positive opinion of the Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Security (ENVI), after his hearing in Brussels. ...

10. 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....

11. Cyprus' EU nominee under fire for waste management scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-eu-nominee-under-fire-for-waste-management-scandal

Costas Kadis, Cyprus' nominee for EU Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, is facing criticism over his handling of a controversial waste management scandal ahead of his November 6 hearing before the European Parliament's Fisheries Committee....

12. Secrets to building winning teams in the digital era

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/secrets-to-building-winning-teams-in-the-digital-era

At this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, held in Nicosia, Beth Davies, a renowned expert in talent management and company culture, took center stage to share her insights on the future of work....

13. Digital tools launched to improve Nicosia's urban life

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/digital-tools-launched-to-improve-nicosia-s-urban-life

Nicosia Mayor Charalambos Proutzos emphasized the importance of enhancing citizens' quality of life through smart technologies, stating, "Our goal is not just......

14. Vasilikos: New systems feed 3M fish at once

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vasilikos-new-systems-feed-3m-fish-at-once

Cypriot officials inaugurated two innovative floating fish feeding systems, marking a significant step forward for the country's aquaculture industry. Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment......

15. Crystal balls, barbed wire, and other Cypriot delights

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/crystal-balls-barbed-wire-and-other-cypriot-delights

Christodoulides insists that we’ll soon have “some developments on the Cyprus issue.” Watch out—when we least expect it, there might just be some progress, and the President will be hailed as a visionary, maybe even earning the title of a posthumous prophet. ...

16. Cyprus’ dirty waste secret haunts ex-Minister eyeing EU job

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-dirty-waste-secret-haunts-ex-minister-eyeing-eu-job

A waste management scandal in Cyprus is casting a shadow over former environment minister Costas Kadis, just as he seeks a prominent position in the European Union....

17. Businesses in Cyprus can benefit economically from policies for fewer cars

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/businesses-in-cyprus-can-benefit-economically-from-policies-for-fewer-cars

Cities worldwide are increasingly adopting pedestrian-friendly and bicycle-friendly policies, amid growing concerns over the climate crisis and the need to reduce air and noise pollution. ...

18. Stella Kyriakides: A lifetime of fighting for better health

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-kyriakides-a-lifetime-of-fighting-for-better-health

Stella Kyriakides, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, is currently in New York attending the 79th United Nations General Assembly,...

19. Politics Blog: 'The end of the age of Odysseas'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/politics-blog-the-end-of-the-age-of-odysseas

The long-running saga finally came to an end today—a saga that dragged on for months in the courts, but for years in society. For those familiar with the behind-the-scenes drama and the times Odysseas’ eccentric and narcissistic behavior paralyzed the state machinery, the decision was no surprise....

20. The price of 'green': How the poor subsidize the rich’s environmental perks

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-price-of-green-how-the-poor-subsidize-the-rich-s-environmental-perks

''Fortunately, crumbs are falling from the tables of the rich, so we don't starve to death,'' lamented a long-suffering, honest, and somewhat ''naive'' man....

21. Limassol’s recurring pollution problem: Calls for stronger government action

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-s-recurring-pollution-problem-calls-for-stronger-government-action

A recurring pollution problem in the Limassol sea has once again provoked strong reactions from citizens, highlighting a lack of coordination among state departments. ...

22. Cyprus beach cleanups remove 110 kg of waste

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-beach-cleanups-remove-110-kg-of-waste

In a series of recent beach cleanup events held across Cyprus, beachgoers and volunteers came together to collect more than 110 kilograms of waste as part of the "Keep our Sand and Sea Plastic Free" project....

23. Paphos Municipality cracks down on unauthorized port practices

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-municipality-cracks-down-on-unauthorized-port-practices

Under the leadership of the Paphos Municipality, various agencies responsible for the operation and management of the Paphos port have joined forces to tackle illegal activities and improve the services provided to visitors and professionals. ...

24. Local inspectors begin tackling illegal garbage dump sites

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/local-inspectors-begin-tackling-illegal-garbage-dump-sites

The Environment Department has announced the launch of a nationwide campaign to address illegal waste dumping sites, emphasizing the need for municipal and community cooperation. The initiative, which runs until December, aims to tackle persistent issues that have recently led to fires....

25. Olympic Men's Triathlon postponed due to Seine water contamination

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/olympic-men-s-triathlon-postponed-due-to-seine-water-contamination

The men's triathlon at the Olympic Games has been postponed due to poor water quality in the River Seine, despite significant investments in infrastructure. ...

26. Lidl Cyprus celebrated the opening of its 3rd store in Paphos and 21st store in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-celebrated-the-opening-of-its-3rd-store-in-paphos-and-21st-store-in-cyprus

In a major expansion of its retail network, Lidl Cyprus opened its newest store in the Neon Mall of Pafos on Wednesday 24 July, marking the 3rd Lidl store in a row in the Paphos district and the 21st in Cyprus. ...

27. Turkish parliament urges recognition of Northern Cyprus as independent state

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-parliament-urges-recognition-of-northern-cyprus-as-independent-state

In a resolution marking the 50th anniversary of Operation Attila, the Turkish parliament has called on the international community to recognize the occupied territories in Northern Cyprus as an independent state....

28. Copenhagen's new plan for tourists, 'Have fun, save the planet, earn rewards!'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/copenhagen-s-new-plan-for-tourists-have-fun-save-the-planet

Copenhagen is turning tourism on its head with a cool new idea: rewarding visitors who go green! Instead of getting mad at tourists for causing problems, the city's tourism agency, Wonderful Copenhagen, wants to give them perks for making eco-friendly choices....

29. Lidl’s 21st store in Paphos boosts Cyprus retail battle

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-s-21st-store-in-paphos-boosts-cyprus-retail-battle

Almost 15 years after Lidl Cyprus entered the Cypriot market, the company is set to open its 21st store in Paphos, specifically in Neon Mall....

30. Study reveals pros and cons of Great Sea Interconnector

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/study-reveals-pros-and-cons-of-great-sea-interconnector

Cyprus' Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry, George Papanastasiou, announced on Thursday that the comprehensive cost-benefit study for the Cyprus-Greece (Crete) electricity interconnection, known as the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI),...

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