Life & Style

With a high level of expertise in the demanding luxury hospitality and real-estate industry, MHV – Mediterranean Hospitality Venture – is evolving into one of Cyprus’ and the East Mediterranean’s leading ...

By Vassos Silivistris Systemic Family therapy, also known as Family Therapy, is a type of psychological counselling (psychotherapy) that helps family members improve communication and resolve conflicts. Family therapy is ...

By Karen Taylor International maritime trade first emerged around the world thousands of years ago, linking small traders with goods they could otherwise not access. Today, what is referred to ...

The story of Cyprus isn’t just written on this island. It’s written wherever Cypriots call home. Often, that means the diaspora. The emigrants who – in a new land – ...

I had never heard of the Range Rover experience. For me, it began the moment I arrived at the imposing yet discreet LABS Tower in the heart of Nicosia. With ...

‘This is all legal, right?’ I ask Jenna (aka Miss Jenna Linn), sitting at Bean Bar in central Nicosia where her appearance has already drawn an appraising, not entirely approving ...

Lemon chiffon cake, with its airy texture and bright citrus flavour, is a dessert that feels like sunshine on a plate. Known for its lightness and versatility, this cake has ...

By Zoe Porter and Laurence Orlando Earlier this month, Kmart pulled a “hyaluronic acid cleansing balm” from its shelves, after a teen who used the skincare product was hospitalised, reporting ...

Weather prediction is an inexact science. Just ask Michael Fish! He may not be quite as famous in Cyprus as in the UK, but this was the weather forecaster who, ...

Red Velvet cupcakes with beetroot For the icing 1 large ripe avocado weighing 350gr (with core and skin) 1 tablespoon cocoa 1 tablespoon peanut butter 65g melted chocolate ½ tablespoon honey 1 pinch of salt ...

You may not realise it, but some of the world’s most admired wines are blends – a mix of different grape varieties. Many of those with which you may be ...

Where do you live?I live in Nicosia with my family. What did you have for breakfast?I drank mate tea and ate churros with dulce de leche. Describe your ...

Round Flaounes This is a small recipe so you don’t have to spend all day making them, but you can double the quantities if you like. These Flaounes are ...

By Dina Gavarieva Urinary incontinence is a silent struggle that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains a topic shrouded in embarrassment and misunderstanding. The inability to control bladder ...

By Morgan West Over the next two years, more Americans will turn 65 than at any other time in history! It’s called the Silver Wave, or the Peak 65® Zone. And ...

Val Kilmer, who starred in films such as “Top Gun,” “The Doors,” and “Batman Forever” while earning a reputation as a Hollywood bad boy, has died, the New York Times ...

By Charis Martin Muay Thai is on the rise in Cyprus, and not just for fighters. What was once a niche combat sport is fast becoming a community movement. From ...

TikTok is quite possibly the most fun social media platform we have right now. Where else will you find weird cat videos and product demonstrations blending in the best way? ...

Instagram has always been a visual space for sharing products, services, and creativity. In 2025, however, more people than ever before are looking for posts that make them feel included. They ...

Pasta primavera, with its vibrant medley of vegetables and light, fresh flavours, is a dish that captures the spirit of spring. Though it is commonly associated with Italian cuisine, its ...

By Philippa Tracy Anyone who watches enough Netflix, like me, will be sure to have seen the latest offering from Team Sussex: With Love, Meghan. Basically, Meghan Markle’s new ...

By Elisa Anzolin, Keith Weir Donatella Versace, who helped to ensure the survival of the family fashion empire after the killing of her brother Gianni almost three decades ago, is ...

Butter Chickpeas Masala This is the simplest of Indian recipes using minimal ingredients, made in approximately 30 minutes. An easy-peasy Indian Butter Chickpeas recipe packed with butter chicken sauce flavour and ...

Where do you live?I live in Nicosia with my wife and daughter. What did you have for breakfast?I had a slice of toast with cheese, three olives and ...