Seeing stars: why you should care about light pollution
“Light is not neutral… light has an effect.”
We may not hear much about it, but light pollution can put our health and wildlife at risk – and over 80 per cent ...
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The longevity secrets of Okinawa’s hardy population
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 ...
Resolving vulnerable borrowers’ primary residence NPLs
By Erol Riza
The banking system in Cyprus is facing significant challenges linked to the low interest rate environment, the competition from Fintech companies and from the lower net interest ...
How to make delicious Jamaican jerk chicken
‘Jerk’ refers to a style of cooking in which protein or vegetables are marinated in spices and cooked over a grill, traditionally composed of green pimento wood.
The term ‘jerk’, ...
The indigenous artist using performance to preserve tradition
Please note, this video includes an early, integrated ad for Genesis SUVs, given that they are the sponsors of this short documentary.
“Identity is always an interesting issue, because who ...
Olympian Simone Biles wants to ‘be a voice for the voiceless’
Simone Biles is a four-time Olympic gold medal winner and a 10-time world championship gold medal winner, making her one of the most decorated US women’s gymnasts ever.
But ...
How to find a sustainable fashion style that works for you
In this video, YouTuber Signe explains her simple, three-step practice to help you discover a personal style that best expresses who you are.
Former designer and style coach Signe lives ...
Iran’s nuclear programme back on track but ‘fully reversible’
Dr Yiorghos Leventis
On January 4, with the dawn of the new decade, Tehran announced that it had resumed uranium enrichment activities. This negative development is not surprising granted that the ...
How do 3D printers work and what can they create?
In this video, we follow Nat Geo’s Kamri Noel as she seeks to understand her 3D printer better.
So, what is 3D printing? 3D is shorthand for three-dimensional. When ...
Highlights from Larry King’s iconic career moments
Late television legend Larry King probably asked about a billion questions over the course of his award-winning, seven-decade career. In this video, we review some of his most memorable moments ...
Carla Bruni breaks down 13 of her most memorable looks
In this video, shot for Vogue at Le Bristol hotel in Paris, French-Italian model and singer-songwriter Carla Bruni takes a look back at her best fashion moments, from the Eighties ...
Hyderabad: a regal tapestry where the past comes alive
India’s Hyderabad rivals Delhi with its collection of gorgeous mosques, minarets, tombs and palaces. It is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana and the ...
Getting to zero waste during lockdown and quarantine
In this video, two 20-somethings in the States take on the challenge of replacing convenience with zero-waste lifestyle choices, despite the obstacle of Covid-19 restrictions and greater reliance on plastic-covered ...
Breathing correctly to boost athletic performance
Always exercise responsibly and safely. Ideally under the guidance of a trained fitness and/or medical professional, who can match the exercise or sports regimen to your present level of ...
A minute with Axel Savvides Graphic/advertising designer
Where do you live and with whom?
I live In Nicosia, but now I’m enjoying time In a cosy apartment apartment in Larnaca for few days
What did you ...
DIY pet furniture: how to build your kitty a cat tree
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 ...
Labess: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
In this video, Algerian and Canadian band Labess prove music has no boundaries, even in times of isolation.
The video comes courtesy of NPR Music’s Tiny Desk (home) concerts, ...
Empanadas with spinach and pine nuts (Panadons de Lleida)
Savoury spinach and pine nuts empanadas, known in Spain as ‘panadons de Lleida’, are easy to make, come packed with great flavours and require simple ingredients.
As their name suggests, ...
The bridges keeping animals safe in a human-impacted world
In this video, we discover some of the most effective animal bridges from around the world.
From squirrel crossings to cattle underpasses, this top 10 list serves as a reminder of ...
How to paint constellations against a galaxy background
Kids, are you inspired by the twinkling stars in the night sky? If you answered yes, then you’re in luck! This video shows you how to paint constellations against ...
Remembering the brief, brilliant life of Heath Ledger
This week marked 13 years since the tragic death of Heath Ledger.
The actor died on January 22, 2008 of an accidental drug overdose at age 28, after completing work on ‘The Dark Knight’, ...
‘I eat healthy food to stay alert and be ready for battle’
By Katie Wright
“Horrible” – is how Niklas Ekstedt sums things up when asked how he’s fared during the pandemic. “It’s so difficult, because I’m used to travelling ...
Cocoa Puff: the bunny with an outsize place in his family’s heart
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 ...
Why is it evolutionarily so hard to let go of grudges?
We all have some displeasing memories from the past that still make our blood boil. Why is it so hard to let those grudges go?
This video takes a look ...