Is Cyprus ready for biohacking?
Cold plunges, sleep tracking, personalised nutrition, high tech therapies. These are all things that were exclusive to professional athletes but tech gurus have become part of a broader shift towards “...
5+1 actions: what environmental responsibility means for Lidl Cyprus
On the occasion of World Environment Day, Lidl Cyprus is bringing back the “The bigger you are, the greater your responsibility” campaign. The drive highlights something simple yet meaningful: safeguarding ...
When grief brings you home to Cyprus
I started reading Matthew Philip Long’s debut novella a couple of months after my mother passed away. And I had to stop. Set in Cyprus, Life Goes on Without ...
Fruit (and veg) desserts
Ice Cream with Coconut, Banana & Mango
100g coconut milk (canned)50g brown sugar1/2 teaspoon (2 g) xanthan gum300g frozen exotic fruits (bananas, mangos, papaya)Coconut flakes (lightly roasted)Edible ...
How Jerk Chicken became Jamaica’s most iconic dish
Jerk chicken is one of Jamaica’s most distinctive culinary traditions, rooted in a complex history of indigenous practice, African resilience and colonial exchange. Its origins are commonly linked to ...
Exercise benefits every area of your body, and these hormones are the reason why
By Beatriz Carpallo Porcar, Andrés Ráfales Perucha, Daniel Sanjuán Sánchez, José Lesmes Poveda López and Paula Cordova Alegre
It is tempting to understand muscle’s ...
Gold fever sends some vintage luxury watches to the melting furnace
By Alessandro Parodi and Ben Makori
Omega’s Constellation watch has been flashed in campaigns, movies and at the Met Gala by stars like George Clooney and Nicole Kidman, turning ...
A taste of modern Nicosia
A quarter of a century ago, Esperidon street – the road the Deliyard eatery now calls home – was something of an anomaly in central Nicosia.
Flanked on both sides by busy ...
Thanos Hotels & Resorts and εὖSKIN® launch a new era of wellness hospitality
United by a shared vision of authentic care, prevention and meaningful wellness experiences, Thanos Hotels & Resorts and εὖSKIN® have launched Inclusive Wellness by εὖSKIN® at Anassa, Annabelle and Almyra.
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Wine me not
A few weeks ago, I found myself dancing to Queen’s We Will Rock You near Tsiakkas Vineyards, while enjoying a glass of Vamvakada with friends. In that moment, my ...
A minute with: Shobha Parthasarathy, test consultant
Where do you live?I am of Indian origin and moved to Cyprus in 2004 after marriage, where I’ve lived for 22 years. We first stayed in an apartment near work, ...
Lidl Better Living Days: a different summer road trip
Summer in Cyprus has its own rhythm. It starts early, lasts until late, and moves between work, the beach, family obligations, short escapes and that constant search for a little ...
Kato Polemidia is becoming one of Limassol’s most watched addresses. Here’s why.
For decades, Kato Polemidia was seen as one of Limassol’s quieter outer districts, known mostly for its industrial areas, military housing estates and easy highway access. But behind the ...
Why Cyprus’ extreme heat is more dangerous than you think
Most people recognise the warning signs of heatstroke. But what about headaches that last for days, trouble sleeping, feeling foggy in the afternoon, or the tiredness that often comes with ...
Fashion, sneakers and urban culture: Cyprus Streetwear Expo
One of Cyprus’ biggest celebrations of streetwear culture is fast approaching, filling a seaside Limassol location with fashion lovers, sneaker enthusiasts and creatives from across the island. Get ready for ...
Getting away with murder: documentary looks at Cyprus’ only serial killer
Raw and unrelenting, the documentary series Pleiades: Victims of the Serial Killer is a long-form investigative dive into the crimes of Nikos Metaxas, the first recorded serial killer in the ...
Breakfast, brunch or a wholesome dessert
Apple Oven-Baked CrepesThese apple oven-baked crepes are soft, lightly spiced and naturally sweetened with honey. The combination of tender apple pieces, cinnamon and orange zest creates a warm, comforting flavour, ...
Heritage dish has history in edible utensils
Mexican tacos are among the most enduring expressions of the country’s culinary heritage, with origins tracing back to pre-Hispanic Mesoamerica, where corn tortillas formed a staple of indigenous diets ...
Sun safety this summer
By Angela Rodrigues
For many of us, the instinctive response to good weather is to get to the beach. But the start of the season is also a reminder that ...
Understanding defence and coping mechanisms
By Dr Vasilios Silivistris
We all face stress, conflict and emotional strain at different points in our lives. How we respond to these pressures can have a significant impact on ...
A minute with: Leopoldo Daniel Baez, musician, percussionist, producer
Where do you live and with whom?I live with my wife, five cats and two dogs
What did you have for breakfast?Argentinian mate is part of my morning ...
Presenter Jeremy Clarkson reveals he has cancer but hopes to be harvesting for many years to come
British television presenter Jeremy Clarkson, best known for hosting the “Top Gear” motoring show, has revealed that he had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Clarkson, 66, one ...
Fashion meets hospitality as Cyprus steps into the luxury spotlight
From its year-round sunshine and Mediterranean coastline to its growing collection of luxury resorts, Cyprus has long attracted visitors looking for an upscale island escape. Increasingly, however, the island is ...
Ciarae: a young voice with a powerful story to tell
At just 15-years-old, Ciara Economopoulos, known professionally as Ciarae, is already proving that age is no barrier when it comes to chasing big dreams. The talented singer from Paphos recently ...