A minute with Marilena Kitromilis Figure skater on the Cyprus national team
Where do you live?
I live in Boston, Massachusetts with my mom, dad, and twin brother Mikhail
What did you have for breakfast?
This morning I had an English muffin ...
A passion for puzzles
With long winter nights upon us, indoor hobbies come to the fore. Combined with the recent pandemic lockdowns, jigsaws are having a moment. Alix Norman speaks to those who are ...
What’s Eaten Where: Beijing
For tourists, Beijing (the city’s 16th name in its 3,000-year history) is a dazzling place, a city that’s all spectacle: there’s the Forbidden City, the Temple of ...
Yes, Wordle has been hacked – but that’s not going to ruin the fun
By John Dixon
There’s no question about it. Wordle, the simple English-language word game created by software engineer Josh Wardle, is a viral hit.
If you’ve tried Wordle, ...
Furnace buying guide for luxury homes this winter
You invest time and money in building your luxury abode with personalized amenities, lavish interiors, and unique artifacts. Then it becomes your own personal retreat where you may unwind and ...
Jaguar Land Rover to feature new integrated voice control
At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Jaguar Land Rover announced Amazon Alexa will be available on all new and existing vehicles fitted with its advanced Pivi Pro ...
Restaurant review: Divinus, Larnaca
We all like to travel but in recent times haven’t really been able to. However, if you want a slice of Italy and an authentic Italian experience you’re ...
Another reason to love your morning coffee
By Abi Jackson
It’s no secret coffee helps us kickstart the day, switching us from sleepy to alert. But do you find it kicks your digestive system into action ...
Designer’s life defined by string of lucky coincidences
A designer who won international acclaim for the renovation of a bookshop in north Nicosia now works all round the world. AGNIESZKA RAKOCZY meets him
”I never leave my clients ...
Asian step-by-step home cooking recipes: Lamb Balti
Indian takeaway style Lamb Balti recipe made with tender lamb cooked in flavourful curry sauce. This dish goes well with your favourite rice dishes or naan. If you are a ...
Five tasty appetizer ideas for your next party
If you’re throwing a party soon and looking for a way to spice up your appetizer game and tantalize the taste buds of your buddies, look no further. Here ...
Pfizer submits data for US authorisation of Covid shots for kids under 5
Pfizer Inc has begun submitting data to federal regulators as part of the process to win U.S. emergency use authorization (EUA) of its COVID-19 vaccine for children under age 5, ...
Chinese celebrate arrival of Year of the Tiger
By Lanting Liu
2022 is the Year of the Tiger in China. The tiger is known as the “king of beasts” and symbolises power. People who were born in 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022 belong to ...
Wish you had longer lashes?
By Katie Wright
Big, Bambi-esque peepers are often top of the list when it comes to beauty desires, and whether you’re crafting an elaborate smoky-eye look or wearing minimal ...
Using YouTube to make a difference
In top Cyprus influencer PAUL LAMBIS finds a DJ using humour to fuel his success, and detail gaming experiences, but life on social media is not all that it appears
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Retro designs to platform soles: trainer trends for 2022
By Katie Wright
Whether you see them as a fashion accessory, part of your gym kit, office attire or all of the above, trainers are an everyday essential for so ...
Seven hottest dresses that are simply irresistible
Dresses will always play an essential role in determining your overall look. But when it comes to choosing a dress, things get messy and baffling. There are thousands of choices, ...
Top tips from nutritionist Fritz Horstmann on maintaining a balanced vegan lifestyle
January is the start of Veganuary, where many people embark on the challenge of leading a vegan lifestyle for the month. Last year we saw over 500,000 people take part in ...
UAE in the ranking of the best countries to live in
New research from HSBC reveals the world’s best places to work and live. It is noteworthy that compared to the previous year, the United Arab Emirates moved up ten ...
The freedom of flying over the snow
The Winter Olympics start in China this week, and Cyprus will be taking part with one athlete. ALIX NORMAN meets the island’s slalom skiing hope
Jamaica has a bobsleigh ...
A minute with Afroditi Vassiliou Earth is Calling team member, Coheali Eco Experience event planner and amateur farmer
Where do you live?
In my caravan surrounded by nature with my dog Aria and three puppies who are looking for their forever homes.
What did you have for breakfast?
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Saturday Kitchen’s Matt Tebbutt on being careful not to offend people
By Katie Wright
Classically trained top chefs don’t eat instant noodles. Or do they?
Matt Tebbutt – who studied at the renowned Leith’s School of Food and Wine before ...
The wonders of the woodland
A rising global trend, forest bathing can boost the immune system, calm the mind, and even help us heal from Covid-19. Alix Norman speaks to three local forest bathers about ...
Omicron subtype has apparent transmission advantage – UKHSA
The BA.2 subtype of the Omicron coronavirus variant appears to have a substantial growth advantage over the currently predominant BA.1 type, Britain’s UK Health Security Agency said on Friday.
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