From ancient rituals to modern balance: The essence of water in Cyprus
As we revel in the full splendour of summer here in Cyprus, swimming in our crystal blue seas and hidden pools becomes an integral part of the seasonal experience. This ...
Why does Cyprus still use landmarks?
Few in Cyprus appear to know street names. We all tend to navigate by landmarks – some of which may not have existed in decades!
In Nicosia, we still meet friends ...
A minute with Stavri Ioannou Yoga Teacher & Mindful Educator / Founder of Kids Alternativities
Where do you live?Nicosia with Shiva, a huge and fluffy female ‘Zen master’ – cat!
What did you have for breakfast?Yogurt with banana chips and dried ginger.
Describe your ...
Guest recipes with Farah Shammas
Mushroom Brown Rice
Half a large white onion, diced
250g of long grain brown rice
1 tin of sliced mushrooms or fresh
6 cups of water
1 vegetable stock cube
1/2 teaspoon of ground ...
Top 5 sites to buy TikTok likes & followers
Using sites to buy TikTok likes and followers has become a popular strategy for boosting social media presence quickly. These services offer instant engagement, making profiles appear more popular and ...
What is Schizophrenia?
Noun: A long-term mental disorder of a type involving a breakdown in the relation between thought, emotion, and behaviour, leading to faulty perception, inappropriate actions and feelings, withdrawal from reality ...
Three summer beer festivals coming up
Sandwiched in between the summer’s music festivals are three upcoming events that celebrate the craft of beer. Happening throughout the summer are three independent beer festivals, some returning for ...
Tziortzis battles to important result on Dutch oval
“It was a survival race and we managed it with important points that help us to remove misfortunes of past races” says Cypriot driver Vladimiros Tziortzis, recording his experience on ...
Luxury Living for All: how Lux Furniture is revolutionizing home design
Imagine transforming your home into a magazine-worthy space without breaking the bank. Lux Furniture is turning this dream into reality, inviting you to join a revolution in home design where ...
Cyprus wines that express the terroir of the land
Archimandrita in the Paphos district is close to its border with Limassol, and at 550m altitude sits among pine forests and vineyards, crossed by the rivers Hapotami and Diarizos. It ...
Does Cyprus enjoy missing out?
Things always take a little longer to get to Cyprus. Traffic signals, for example, are still catching on. Online shopping was slow to arrive – it took the pandemic to coax ...
Ultra-processed foods: here’s how they may affect the way the immune system functions
By Samuel J. White
In our fast-paced world, convenience can often come at the cost of nutrition. This shift has led to an increased reliance on ultra-processed foods.
But diets ...
Eighteenth-century stays are the corset of 2024
Just ask Taylor Swift or Anne Hathaway says Elisabeth Gernerd
While performing the Tortured Poets Department act of her Eras Tour in Paris in May 2024, Taylor Swift appeared in a ...
Jollof Rice: A West African Odyssey
Jollof rice, a vibrant, spiced dish that is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate, embodies the spirit and cultural richness of West Africa. ...
An Ode to Mackenzie Beach
People usually laugh when I talk about how much I enjoy Mackenzie beach. Why? Perhaps it is not the most fashionable beach on the island. Who knows? When I Googled ...
A minute with Aris Violaris or Avios Interior architect & 3D visual artist, aspiring potter
Where do you live?I Live in Pallouriotissa, Nicosia. Three years ago, I had the chance to move to Mykonos with my parents, but I chose to stay in Cyprus. ...
Guest recipes with LIDL Food Academy
For the fricassee
300 g white fish (cod, sole or pangasius)
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 small leek, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
125 g Portobello mushrooms (or other mushrooms), sliced
2 teaspoon ...
The value of lymphatic drainage massage
By Dina Gavarieva
Lymph nodes are tiny glands that play a key role in the body’s immune system, and when things aren’t working well it can lead to ...
Tziortzis ‘looking forward’ to first oval race in Netherlands
Cyprus star Vladimiros Tziortzis continues his campaign in this weekend’s EURONASCAR PRO at the Raceway Venray track in the Netherlands, the fourth round of the season.
“I’m looking ...
Shein filed for London listing in early June, sources say
Shein confidentially filed papers with Britain’s markets regulator in early June, two sources said, kicking off the process for a potential London listing by the online fast-fashion retailer later ...
‘You hear this everywhere in Cyprus’
In Cyprus, everyone speaks at least two languages. Well, almost everyone…
According to a recent study, 90 per cent of the island speaks two tongues – one of the highest percentages on ...
Beat the heat: Stay balanced during Cyprus’ scorching summer
Are you feeling drained by Cyprus’ unyielding summer heat? With temperatures soaring to a blistering 45C, how can you maintain your energy and stay balanced? As the island faces heat ...
Are plant-based burgers really bad for your heart?
By Evangeline Mantzioris
We’re hearing a lot about ultra-processed foods and the health effects of eating too many. And we know plant-based foods are popular for health or other ...
A blank canvas for sartorial self-expression
By Elisabeth Gernerd
Each season of Bridgerton is highly anticipated not only for the season’s plot, but also its elaborate costumes. While in season three most eyes have centred ...