Cabinet authorises justice minister to make changes to courts bill
The cabinet authorised the justice minister on Wednesday to make any changes necessary to a bill on the operation of courts so that it includes cases relating to loans and ...
Blow to halloumi mark as EU General Court rules in favour of BBQloumi (Updated)
The EU’s General Court on Wednesday ruled that there was no likelihood of confusion between the collective mark ‘halloumi’ reserved for the members of a Cypriot association, and ‘BBQloumi’ ...
Chinese scientists develop gene therapy which could delay ageing
Scientists in Beijing have developed a new gene therapy which can reverse some of the effects of ageing in mice and extend their lifespans, findings which may one day contribute ...
Biden plans to reverse Trump policies during first days in office
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden plans to sign dozens of executive orders and send sweeping bills to Congress in his first days in office, aiming to roll back some of ...
Works ongoing in Larnaca to aid movement for disabled
Roadworks are still going on in central Larnaca as part of efforts to cater to the needs of the disabled, the municipality said on Wednesday.
The project involves the redevelopment ...
Market marmite: unearthing Tesla’s stratospheric stock price
Earlier this month, Elon Musk overtook Jeff Bezos to become the richest person in the world. At the time of writing, his net worth sits just north of $180 billion, or ...
EU hails Biden’s ‘new dawn’ but wants tough tech rules
The European Union hailed Joe Biden’s inauguration later on Wednesday as U.S. president as a “new dawn” for Europe and the United States, while insisting U.S. technology ...
Coronavirus: Napa municipality offering free counselling
Ayia Napa municipality announced Wednesday it would be offering free counselling services during the pandemic in collaboration with the health ministry.
The services will be offered via phone or Skype ...
Paris hospital executives warn of tough months ahead
The spread of the coronavirus in France could sharply accelerate in the coming months due to the emergence of a more contagious variant, two Paris hospital executives said on Wednesday, ...
How Dom Pérignon became the king of champagne
This video traces the origins, rise and enduring appeal of vintage champagne Dom Pérignon, a darling of wine critics and glitterati alike.
From its unique label to the distinctive ...
Speeding motorist deprived of driving licence until court hearing
The Larnaca district court on Wednesday temporarily took away the driving licence of a 24-year-old man, who on January 3 was caught driving at 207kmph – more than twice the speed limit – ...
The musician in his castle
Renowned composer Savvas Savva tells THEO PANAYIDES why financial insecurity and three failed marriages is the price to pay for the freedom to write music
You can tell a lot ...
Dye your own fabrics using the Japanese Shibori technique
Shibori is a Japanese manual resist dyeing technique, which produces a number of different patterns on fabric. It relies on binding, stitching, folding, twisting and compressing cloth for its effects.
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NUP a founding member of the Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Neapolis University Paphos, oriented towards extroversion, participation in research and the production of new knowledge, is now, together with other distinguished and internationally renowned universities, such as the University of ...
UK death toll is ‘horrendous’, minister says, as grim milestone of 100,000 looms
As the United Kingdom’s COVID-19 death toll approaches 100,000, Home Secretary Priti Patel said on Wednesday that the numbers were horrendous but that it was not the time to look ...
Slamming the words
Slam poetry is a combination of poetry, the spoken word and performing. Slam poets take to the stage to recite their work, which cannot be longer than three minutes, in ...
An introduction to the ‘universal art’ of stencilling
This video teaches little kids about the uses and art of stencilling, and then goes on to teach them how to make their own stencilling project.
Supplies needed:
an assortment ...
Coronavirus: Lakatamia post office closed Wednesday due to Covid case
Cyprus Post announced Wednesday that the Lakatamia Post Office would remain closed for disinfection, due to a Covid incident.
Until further notice, the office from tomorrow will be only operating ...
Yellen says ‘act big now, worry later’
Janet Yellen, US President-elect Joe Biden’s nominee for Treasury Secretary, urged lawmakers on Tuesday to “act big” on coronavirus relief spending, arguing that the economic benefits far outweigh the ...
Why JLo is nervous ahead of her inauguration performance
Actress-singer Jennifer Lopez is set to perform at President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration later today, but she is, apparently, battling with the jitters about it.
During a virtual appearance on ‘...
Coronavirus: Ayia Napa municipality to provide free counselling
A year into the coronavirus pandemic, the Ayia Napa municipality said Wednesday it was offering free counselling for residents of the popular holiday resort who had trouble coping.
“The emergence ...
Fernandes in need of a rest? No chance, says Solskjaer
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has dismissed suggestions Portugal playmaker Bruno Fernandes needs a rest.
The Premier League’s Player of the Month for December has bagged 27 goals and ...
Coronavirus: Police issue 132 fines
Police booked 128 individuals and four establishments for failing to comply with coronavirus measures in 24 hours from 6am Tuesday until 6am Wednesday, carrying out nearly 4,000 checks in Nicosia and more than 3,500 ...
Search for missing swimmer continues for a third day
Crews continued a search for a missing 70-year-old woman for the third day on Wednesday who was last seen on Sunday when she went for a swim at the Phinikoudes ...