Life & Style

In a Cypriot violinist, PAUL LAMBIS finds a man inspired by the island’s cultural heritage Although research suggests that nearly half of musical skill is hereditary, Cypriot violinist Pavlos ...

It’s a political statement says hair historian STEFAN HANS From Paul Mescal at the Baftas to Emma Corrin’s Governors Awards “mixie” haircut, the 1970s-inspired shaggy mullet is everywhere. ...

A new memoir draws an accurate picture of a Cyprus long gone, of a hard yet simple life. ALIX NORMAN discovers the things we never knew about life on the ...

According to the agriculture ministry, Cyprus has the highest water poverty of any country in the EU. Climate change accounts for much of the damage. But spare a thought for ...

DUANE MELLOR on what the evidence says Ice cream lovers worldwide were probably rejoicing when a recent article suggested that indulging in your favourite flavour might be healthy. The article ...

One in five Cyprus residents were born abroad, according to a new survey. Many of those are from the UK. What brings them all to Cyprus, asks Alix Norman According ...

Travelling is usually an exciting and adventurous experience, but it can oftentimes be stressful and overwhelming, especially when it comes to transportation. Airport transfers have become a popular choice for ...

Where do you live? I live in Nicosia, alone with my books, my paints and my art works. What did you have for breakfast? Breakfast for me means a morning ...

It took Youhao some time to adjust to the metal cart that was attached to his hind legs, but soon enough, the dog was running cheerfully to his owner for ...

Time for tea Pittakia This way of cooking was originally developed by the Greek settlers, who in the fifth century BC founded Neapolis. They adapted a pre-existing baking tradition to ...

By Sarah Coyne As the summer kicks in, it is time to return to our favourite restaurants suited to sunnier days. One such restaurant is the family-owned Yialos Tavern by ...

In a bicommunalist and daughter of a political giant, AGNIESZKA RAKOCZY finds a woman with an international upbringing who wishes those on the island would learn to listen to each ...

Harry Belafonte, a singer, songwriter and groundbreaking actor who started his entertainment career belting “Day O” in his 1950s hit song “Banana Boat” before turning to political activism, has died ...

Traditional masculinity is a vague, unhelpful term we should abandon says MARINA YUSUPOVA Most of us think we know what we mean when we talk about “traditional masculinity”. A term ...

The good, the bad and the ugly of travel. But mostly the picturesque. As Cyprus welcomes tourists from around the world ELENI PHILIPPOU meets some of those going in the ...

Surrounded by the finest gems of nature, one local craftswoman tells NIKI CHARALAMBOUS of the decades of knowledge that go into her one of a kind pieces Although most of ...

At the age of 72, one woman has cycled from Sweden to Cyprus. But now she needs to get home. ALIX NORMAN finds out what was behind the epic journey “Do ...

Minister of Health Popi Kanari promised to jumpstart the operation of the Athienou medical centre, according to Monday’s announcement by the municipality. The minister on Saturday visited the two-storey ...

Sleep is an essential part of our lives, and it is imperative to get enough of it to feel rested and ready to take on the day. Proper sleep influences ...

The fashion industry’s growth in the last few years has been exponential. This growth, based on the growing global need for high-quality clothes and accessories, has seen the industry ...

An upcoming play in English features stripping, silk undies, and stacks of suggestion. But, asks Alix Norman, will we get to see any sex? A few years ago, a scientific ...

By Teresa Baron Surrogacy, where a woman agrees to carry and give birth to a child for another person or couple to raise, is growing in popularity. There aren’t ...

You know it is spring when arts & crafts markets begin to make an appearance. In May, several local organisers are planning one or two-day craft markets to celebrate spring ...

At 99.86 per cent, Cyprus has one of the highest literacy rates in the world. Granted, the island’s financial literacy leaves a lot to be desired! But when it comes ...