Life & Style

By Dr Vasilios Silivistris Gaslighting is psychological manipulation in which one person makes another doubt their perception, memory or sanity. The term comes from the film Gaslight, where a husband ...

Experiencing an injury turns daily life upside down. Medical bills pile up quickly while recovery takes center stage. Why do so many individuals accept less than they deserve? Many expect ...

The dinner party is changing – in 2026 it is less about the perfect table setting and more about the shared experience. Across Europe entertaining is becoming more domestic. Rising restaurant prices, ...

Like many others, I am addicted to my phone, to distracting myself with content, staying in the loop with group chats, scrolling myself to sleep. Our phones have become a ...

The cat settles on your lap. The dog leans in, warm and solid. There’s no advice. No judgement. Just contact. Your shoulders drop. Your breathing slows. Whatever was looping ...

Oksana Cherkashyna tells a story about death. Actually a near-death experience, an account of being on a plane that developed ‘technical problems’ during landing – a polite way of saying they ...

By Mal James First conceived as a mail-order-only company in 1963, known as Biba’s Postal Boutique, the brand captured the revolutionary 1960s and 1970s attitude and style, offering trend-seekers affordable, ...

Shrimp scampi is a dish that feels both brisk and reassuring, the sort of meal that can be prepared quickly yet still carries a sense of occasion. Plump prawns are ...

When your favorite T shirt becomes tight at the shoulders, hard around the neck, or unfit after several hours of action, it is understandably annoying. For this reason, most men ...

Chicken-Stuffed Sweet PotatoesThese chicken-stuffed sweet potatoes are an easy, comforting meal that still feels light. The soft, baked sweet potato goes perfectly with chicken, red cabbage and a lemon yogurt ...

Greek KoulourakiaThese soft koulourakia are made with light olive oil (not butter or eggs) sugar, cinnamon, cloves, orange juice, grated orange zest and ouzo. They are aromatic and delicious, perfect ...

Where do you live?I live in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada with my husband and our rescue dog, Cheetah. What did you have for breakfast?Yoghurt with half a banana, ...

Modern housing is increasingly shaped by the way it supports everyday life. Buyers and homeowners no longer focus only on location, square metres, or visual appeal. Comfort, flexibility, efficiency, and ...

By Dina Gavarieva With spring bringing warmer days and summer just around the corner, many of us are beginning to think about getting ‘beach ready.’ It’s a thought that ...

In Cyprus, there’s not a lot of choice. Bear with me here, because I have a point to make – and it might not be quite what you think! Say ...

Motherhood is often described as joyful, transformative and fulfilling. What is often overlooked are the feelings of isolation, even for women who are fortunate enough to be surrounded by family ...

ANYONE who has spent any elongated period of time in Cyprus will be aware of the spectre of living in or adjacent to an unrecognised country, and the diplomatic, economic, ...

Four short films on online exploitation and human trafficking make their debut this week, fostering youth empowerment through immersive, lived experiences. “I provided guidance as to the intricacies of trafficking ...

Pozole feels generous from the very first spoonful. Served in wide bowls and topped at the table with handfuls of fresh garnishes, it is less a quiet supper and more ...

By Emily Brayshaw Even before the film’s release, the costumes for Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights caused controversy. Wuthering Heights was first published in 1847 and the story switches back ...

Professional dog grooming in NYC encompasses more than just making dogs look good—it represents essential pet care maintaining health, hygiene, and comfort through expert handling and comprehensive services. The ...

Vibrant Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Butter Sauce If you are looking for a fresh, crunchy and incredibly satisfying meal during your Easter fasting period, you have just found your ...

Where do you live?I live in Nicosia with my son and our cat. What did you have for breakfast?Cereal with yogurt and coffee, something simple to start the ...

In a world that constantly pushes us to ‘move on’ we rarely pause long enough to reflect on what is really happening inside us. We are encouraged to close chapters ...