Life & Style

Picture this: a city where the sun greets you nearly every day, casting its golden glow on ancient walls and bustling streets. That’s Nicosia – The Brightest Capital of Europe. ...

By Nikki Crowley Many people use the new year to reflect on their relationship with alcohol. Just-released government guidelines are giving Americans another reason to consider a “dry January”. Over ...

By Justin Stebbing The princess’s cancer journey began with a planned abdominal surgery in January 2024, which initially led to her stepping back from royal duties. The subsequent cancer diagnosis, ...

The dreams began in Paphos. At first, they were small: whispered moments of hope; tiny flames in the dark. Over the months they grew, kindled by compassion and the quiet ...

TikTok began restoring its services after President-elect Donald Trump said he would revive the app’s access in the US when he returns to power on Monday. “Frankly, we have ...

TikTok stopped working in the United States late on Saturday and disappeared from Apple and Google app stores ahead of a law that takes effect Sunday requiring the shutdown of ...

Few dishes evoke coastal charm and seaside warmth like clam chowder. This hearty, creamy soup, studded with tender clams and potatoes, is an iconic dish that embodies the maritime traditions ...

By Evangeline Mantzioris Olive oil is synonymous with the Mediterranean diet, and the health benefits of both are well documented. Olive oil reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes ...

By Ania Sadkowska and Katherine Townsend We first met Martyn in 2013 when he was 54 and working as a professor at a UK university. He cut a sharp figure in a ...

Where do you live?I live with my family in the suburbs of Nicosia. What did you have for breakfast?A Lemnos barley rusk with honey. Describe your perfect dayIt ...

Vegan Pancakes 2 cups wholegrain flour 1 cup wholegrain oats 1 tablespoon agave 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 and 1/4 cups coconut milk 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 3 overripe medium size bananas Blend all together and pour batter into ...

TikTok plans to shut US operations of its social media app used by 170 million Americans on Sunday, when a federal ban is set to take effect, barring a last-minute reprieve, ...

Germany’s Lufthansa Group is set to resume flights to and from Tel Aviv in Israel from Feb. 1 and Wizz Air restarted its London to Tel Aviv route on Thursday, ...

By Dr Vasilios Silivistris Now the Christmas festivities are over, we are back to the harsh reality of daily life. However, the New Year gives us a fresh start, the ...

Shamishi was named as the “worst-rated” Cypriot food by users of popular gastronomic tourism website Taste Atlas. The dessert was given an average of just 3.2 stars by the website’s ...

Marketing in a cultural context and how an artist (actor, musician or visual artist) strategizes have also been changing rapidly. Social media, digital platforms and other new technologies give every ...

It began with a theft.   The theft itself wasn’t unusual – Cyprus is all too used to its artefacts being plundered. In our time, we’ve lost the Kanakaria mosaics, ...

In a world increasingly defined by constant activity and conflict, one simple yet profound movement is gaining momentum. Donondo, created by M1a0 Shan (https://x.com/m1a0shan) ...

Back for its fifth edition is the Nicosia Whisky & Rum Experience at Moondog’s Bar & Grill. For two whole days on January 27 and 28, visitors will have a chance ...

Fajitas have become a global favourite, synonymous with sizzling platters of seasoned meat, colourful peppers and onions served alongside warm tortillas and a spread of toppings. Originating in the ranching ...

Sometimes a New Year really is a new year. “It’s a new thing for us,” says Aziz Altaany. “It’s a new thing. We lived 50 years with the same ...

Two days, 35 producers, four countries and over 100 wines. That is what is coming up at the 2025 Portfolio Tasting event in Paphos. Organised by the Two Wine Merchants, the two-day event ...

Recipes with Loulla Astin Sesame Coated Fried Halloumi with Honey These fried cheese slices with a crispy sesame crust and a drizzle of honey make a delicious appetizer or are ...

By Dan Baumgardt Maria, the new biopic being released in cinemas and on Netflix, is the third in Pablo Larraín’s cinematic trilogy of remarkable women. The equally astounding ...