How trees secretly talk to each other in the forest
What do trees talk about, and how do they carry on their ‘conversations’?
In this video, we head to the Douglas fir forests of Canada, to discover how trees communicate ...
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Indian Covid-19 variant spreads to nearly 50 countries
On May 10th, the World Health Organization said that the Indian coronavirus variant was a global concern, with records indicating that the variant has ‘increased transmissibility’ compared to previous strains. ...
A closer look at separation anxiety in dogs
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 ...
Nine key soft skills to develop in teens
In this video, youth coach Jothsna Kethar outlines the nine key soft skills that are important to nurture in young people on their developmental journey.
Each skill will be vital ...
‘Thelma & Louise’ co-stars predicted Brad Pitt’s stardom
In this video, we learn insider tidbits after ‘Extra’s’ Rachel Lindsay spoke with actresses Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis at the 30th anniversary celebrations of ‘Thelma & Louise’.
Did ...
Home-rowed talent: dragon boat racing in Cyprus
In this video, athletic brand Cyprus Another Angle interviews Djordje Pavlovic, founder and coach of the Limassol Spartans dragon boat community, to learn more about this venerable sport.
Dragon boat ...
How the shuttle revolutionised space exploration
The pioneering Space Shuttle programme flew a total of 135 missions, making it the core of US crewed spaceflight efforts for nearly four decades.
The first orbital test flight, STS-1, carried ...
First Aid basics: how to carry out a primary survey
In this series of videos, we will learn the basics and fundamental practices of First Aid.
First Aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any person suffering from ...
CULTURESCOPE: interview with artist Marina Emphietzi (from Season 1, Episode 13)
Given that every CULTURESCOPE episode comes packed with goodies, each standalone segment merits closer revisiting.
In this video, taken from Season 1, Episode 13 of CULTURESCOPE, founder and host of the popular ...
The birth of portraiture: bronzes from the Hellenistic age
In this video, we look back at an extraordinary exhibition of bronze statues from the Hellenistic age – a period that began over 2,000 years ago.
“The Hellenistic is the age where ...
Blue cheeseburger with caramelised onions
Ordinarily, weekday recipes on Good Living feature quick and easy dishes suited to a working schedule. But as this week begins with a holiday, and we’re getting into grilling ...
Six hacks to reduce waste and lower household spending
In this video, Melissa Maker, host of the Clean My Space YouTube channel, covers six ways of getting us back on track with reducing household waste while keeping the domestic ...
The rise of ’15-minute cities’ and a greener way of life
Imagine everything you need within a short walk from your house: that is the concept behind the 15-minute city. In places like Cyprus, this may seem like no big deal, ...
Meet the breeds: domestic rabbits and their personalities
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 ...
The Isle of Man students who care for bees
In this video, we pay a pre-Covid visit to the Isle of Man’s Buchan School, where students learn how to keep and care for honeybees.
Open to students in ...
Celebrities clip glam fashion brand’s wings
Actress Priyanka Chopra and US women’s football star Megan Rapinoe are among the newest faces of Victoria’s Secret.
The beleaguered lingerie brand, which cancelled its famed fashion show ...
Shinrin-Yoku: how Japan’s art of ‘forest bathing’ boosts 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 ...
A sense of continuity for the South African Cypriot diaspora
The Cyprus Brotherhood of South Africa has served its expatriate community for decades, but the pandemic and the growing desire for Cypriots to return to Cyprus has taken its toll
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Where there’s a chill: Stephen King’s path to ruling horror
In this video, world-renowned horror writer, Stephen King, offers his insights on his creative process, and also takes us behind the scenes of the latest small-screen version of one of ...
How fields of mirrors could power the planet
In this video, we learn how Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) might just revolutionise the energy sector as we know it.
CSP is produced using a large number of mirrors that ...
How Paul Walker’s daughter is keeping his legacy alive
The memory of Paul Walker continues to live on, all thanks to his daughter, Meadow Rain.
The late ‘Fast & Furious’ actor died from injuries sustained from a single-vehicle collision ...
The Amalfi Coast: southern Italy’s magical maritime stretch
In this video, we take a pre-Covid trip to Italy’s stunning Amalfi coast – a major tourist destination that, pre-pandemic, would typically draw millions of visitors each year.
And it ...
Three things people get wrong about trauma
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 ...
A minute with Annie Damianou, Graphic Artist/Designer
Where do you live?
In my apartment with my cat
What did you have for breakfast?
Egg, brie, avocado and English mustard on a toasted slice of traditional Cypriot bread. ...