Life & Style

We have snow. We have fir trees. And we have Christmas markets – which are so overwhelmingly popular that Fikardou often ends up gridlocked every weekend in December! But is that ...

When it comes to style, power and dependability, BMW is one of the companies that cannot be compared with others. Decision to hire BMW for business purposes when traveling in ...

By Adam Taylor It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Yes, it’s that time of year when preparations begin for the arrival of that favourite festive visitor: ...

As the New Year approaches, Cyprus will host a dazzling musical event that promises to create an unforgettable festive atmosphere. Residents and visitors of the island will be invited to ...

Mince pies, those small, spiced parcels of festive joy, have a history as rich as their fillings. Their story stretches back centuries, evolving from a savoury medieval treat to the ...

By Hunter Bennett and Lewis Ingram Picture this: you’ve just woken up and rolled out of bed. Your feet hit the floor, and your legs buckle. They are in ...

By Patrick Maundu Baobab trees grow in arid and semi-arid parts of Africa, and have deep cultural and ecological significance. Some of these trees are thousands of years old. Global ...

There are times, admits George Rotos, when he’ll run into someone he knows and pretend not to see them – not because he doesn’t want to talk to them ...

Where do you live?The beautiful Ayios Dhometios, Nicosia with my dog and boyfriend. Best childhood memory?Every summer when we went to my village, Kampos, with my grandparents. What ...

Pregnancy days are a blissful time, where dreams of your beautiful baby sleeping, feeding, and affectionately cooing fill your mind and soul.  Then the wonder of motherhood arrives, and right ...

Indian Potato Kofta with Curry Sauce For kofta 3 medium size white potatoes 1 large sweet potato 200g firm tofu 1/2 cup of cornstarch 2 tablespoons of chopped coriander 1 tablespoon of lemon juice Pinch ...

By Glenn Fosbraey Many of us assume that everything a musician sings emerges from some autobiographical impulse. Pop music lyrics in particular are often read literally by fans as transparent ...

By Dr Vasilios Silivistris Christmas is fast approaching and with it an increase in our stress levels. For most of us, Christmas can be one of the most stressful times ...

Every morning, the eucalyptus trees along the Pediaios River greet me as I walk Nicosia’s linear park. The sound of birds chirping almost drowns out the traffic if I ...

Good food and drink is an essential part of Christmas. We tasted some excellent wines for the season, how to pair them with the festive flavours, and recommend some gift-worthy ...

You’ve got Facebook, right? Of course you have – Cyprus has one of the highest user rates in the world. As of November 2024, reports suggest the island had 1,282,100 Facebook users. ...

Zakir Hussain, whose “dancing fingers” made him one of the greatest players of the tabla or Indian drums and who became a major force in contemporary world music, has died. ...

With the holiday season upon us, it’s time to embrace joy, togetherness and the creation of a space filled with love and celebration. Cyprus, with its stunning sea views, ...

Few dishes are as culturally significant and universally beloved in Georgia as khachapuri, a warm, comforting cheese bread that has captivated locals and visitors alike for centuries. This emblematic food ...

By Yassie Samie, Irene Maldini and Katia Vladimirova What happens to your clothes after you don’t want them any more? Chances are, you will donate them to shops run ...

Recipes with Loulla Astin Melomakarona (Christmas honey-dipped biscuits) Happy holiday month! Melomakarona are vegan and they are consumed mostly at Christmas during the fasting period. Greek Christmas without Melomakarona and ...

Where do you live?I live in a house in Ayios Dhometios with some cats. What did you have for breakfast?Oats with carob syrup. Describe your perfect day.I ...

With the holidays fast approaching, a sense of magic sweeps through the heart of Nicosia, transforming this historic city into a Mediterranean winter wonderland. Here, Christmas is more than just ...

It’s the late-night FaceTime that makes all the difference. It’s sharing a moment no one saw coming. Think the best of everything in telecom, thoughtfully combined in one ...