A minute with Nicolas Papadakis MP candidate for the Greens in Famagusta
Where do you live?
I live with my wife and three children
What did you have for breakfast?
I had an egg omelette, with fresh vegetables on the side
Describe ...
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A moment of Easter contemplation: the monastery of Panagia tou Sinti
Despite the present Covid-related travel restrictions, the beautiful natural and urban areas of Cyprus are still accessible to us through the lenses of local creators.
In an increasingly secular age, ...
Saving a family’s 300-year-old candle-making tradition
The art of making sacred candles has been passed down in Viviana Alávez’s family for 300 years. The craft nearly disappeared from Mexico’s Oaxacan village of Teotitlan del ...
‘Anything that involves breads, I am pretty much for’
“They’re both microbiological wonders,” James Morton says of two of his great loves: sourdough and beer brewing. “They’re both very scientific, very measured. And they’re both ways ...
Actors who are Hollywood royalty, but you never knew
Hollywood is full of celebrities’ children who have carved out an acting career in their own right, choosing to make their own way rather than relying on their mum’s ...
Brain-controlled computers are becoming a reality, but major hurdles remain
Imagine controlling your computer just by thinking. It sounds far-out, but real advances are happening on these so-called brain-computer interfaces. More researchers and companies are moving into the area. Yet ...
Trinkets and tiaras: how historically accurate are ‘Bridgerton’ costumes?
Enjoying the refined Regency era misadventures of ‘Bridgerton’? You’re not alone… season one of the hit Netflix series was apparently viewed by a record 82 million households around the world.
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Sustainable ceramics: how a potter recycles clay
In this video, potter Florian Gadsby shows us how he takes buckets of collected leftover clay trimmings to make new material for his future projects.
The process is surprisingly absorbing, ...
How Chinese medicine uses emotions to track organ health
This video is meant to expand your general knowledge about living a healthy life and is NOT a substitute for seeking medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before making ...
How ‘soft robotics’ advances will end up saving lives
We already know that robots are likely to play an increasingly important role in our future, given the rapid advances of technology.
Yet, up to now, the design of robots ...
Tsoureki: how to make braided Greek Easter bread
As the island marks Good Friday, in this video, we learn a recipe for traditional braided Easter bread: tsoureki.
Tsoureki is a Greek paschal bread made from a sweet yeast ...
Botanical tulips and Darwin Hybrid tulips ideal for Cyprus
Planting Spring-blooming bulbs in Cyprus can be a bit of a gamble. The anticipated riot of colour that follows the planning and planting of Autumn-planted bulbs can turn out to ...
How to prevent mould and mildew in your washing machine
Our faithful washing machine keeps our clothes clean and fragrant, but every once in awhile – once a month is recommended – the trusty appliance needs some tender loving care of its ...
Lady Gaga dognappers arrested, LA gang members among suspects
Five people have been arrested in connection with the shooting of pop star Lady Gaga’s dog walker Ryan Fisher, and the theft of her two French bulldogs in February.
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Saved twice from death, how an unwanted gosling found her home
Every pet deserves a loving and respectful home: please only consider acquiring a pet if you will be able to take care of its long-term needs. Also, consider choosing your ...
Girl gamers: the long road to finding acceptance
Does video gaming culture do enough to ensure girl gamers feel welcome? That’s the subject of this video.
Twitch streamer Hive Queen knows as soon as she speaks up ...
Fancy free: a pre-lockdown trip to Vavatsinia and Kato Drys
Despite the present Covid-related travel restrictions, the beautiful natural and urban areas of Cyprus are still accessible to us through the lenses of local creators.
The window to hit the ...
Could probiotics help your immune system?
By Lisa Salmon
A healthy immune system is vital for keeping us well, and one proven way to support it is with probiotics.
Many studies have found these ‘good bacteria’ ...
The treasures of Rome in Florence’s Uffizi Gallery
In this video, archaeologist Darius Arya introduces us to the Uffizi Gallery’s key Roman treasures, including the famous Niobid statuary group, as well as rare armour-decorated pilasters from the ...
Styes: the two common types and how to clear them
This video is meant to expand your general knowledge about living a healthy life and is NOT a substitute for seeking medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before making ...
Seven variations on Eggplant Parmesan
For the uninitiated… eggplant parmesan is a satisfying lasagna-like casserole – basically an Italian comfort food – wherein layered aubergine slices take the place of pasta.
And in this video, you get ...
Living off-grid on a self-built, island homestead
In this video, we meet Shadow, a Canadian who went ahead and built an incredible floating island in British Columbia using salvaged and reclaimed materials. His ‘island’ comprises a two-storey ...
Study skills for kids: how to take effective notes
Hey kids, in this ‘Study Skills’ series of videos, we’re going to learn, step-by-step, the best approaches to become a studying powerhouse.
The first step towards this goal is ...
Meet the breeds: the eight types of cats that shed the least
Every pet deserves a loving and respectful home: please only consider acquiring a pet if you will be able to take care of its long-term needs. Also, consider choosing your ...