Couscous: The grain that wove through cultures
Couscous, the granular staple made from semolina or wheat flour, is more than just a dish; it’s a testament to North Africa’s rich culinary history and its interactions ...
Celebrating the joy in laundry
Kids do it constantly, at least till they become jaded teenagers. ‘Look!’ they’ll exclaim, ‘A dog!’, pointing at a rocky protuberance (that does look a bit like a dog’...
Seasonal shifts in Cyprus: Embrace autumn with Feng Shui and Greek philosophy
As we transition deeper into autumn here in Cyprus, the energy shift is undeniable, even if our Mediterranean landscape doesn’t mirror the dramatic leaf changes of northern climates. The ...
‘I can’t afford to leave Cyprus’
At first glance, the numbers don’t add up. According to CyStat, the overall number of foreign holiday trips taken by Cyprus residents in 2023 totalled a cool 1.26 million. Which, given ...
A minute with Skevi Afantiti, jewellery designer
Where do you live?I live in Nicosia with my husband, my son, and my dog.
What did you have for breakfast?Yoghurt with fruit and a double espresso with ...
Guest recipes with LIDL Food Academy
Pinchos Morunos500g chicken thigh, cut for souvlakiJuice and zest of half a lemon2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, crushed1 teaspoon cumin, ground1 teaspoon coriander, ground1 teaspoon sweet paprika1 teaspoon ...
Breathing new life into dying Cyprus craft
Nicosia’s old town is a place where the past and present intertwine in the narrow streets and ageing workshops, where tools worn from years of use tell stories of ...
Struggling to start a family?
By Valerie Nevgen
This summer, the government gave the green light – as well as hope to childless couples – to a plan that will enhance subsidies for infertility treatment.
Approved in ...
Writing about life for charity
From a little girl that wants to fly to a boy’s dream to dance ballet, Maria Christodoulou perfectly captures glimpses of society and funnels their messages through her pages.
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9 common mistakes to avoid when hiring a home builder
Building a home is an exciting but complex project, and choosing the right builder is vital. Hiring the wrong one can lead to costly delays, legal disputes, or poor workmanship. ...
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Facebook owner bans RT and other Russian state media networks
Facebook owner Meta META.O said on Monday it was banning RT, Rossiya Segodnya and other Russian state media networks from its platforms, claiming the outlets had used deceptive tactics ...
Burnout in the workplace: How clinical psychologists help employees reclaim balance
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed at work that it feels like you’re running on empty, with no energy left to give? This is more common than you might ...
The true story of the Paphos pelican
Of course you know Kokos – everyone does!
He’s been around for decades, a fixture of the Paphos seafront; a celebrity featured on postcards and stamps, in international articles and ...
Why more employers are accepting online doctor’s certificates
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in how employers handle sick leave and medical documentation. Traditionally, employees were required to visit a doctor in person to obtain ...
Enjoyed Butter by Asako Yuzuki?
By Hannah Osborne
Asako Yuzuki’s novel Butter: A Novel of Food and Murder is the latest literary sensation by a female Japanese writer to be served to, and savoured ...
Health at your fingertips
By Adam Taylor
From Kylie Jenner and Rihanna to Ariana Grande and Cardi B, celebrities are sporting long, acrylics – often heavily embellished with nail art – as an expression of their ...
Miso soup: A warm embrace from Japan
Miso soup, a staple of Japanese cuisine, offers more than just comfort in a bowl; it represents a rich tapestry of tradition, nourishment and the art of simplicity. With its ...
A minute with Leda Theo, professional artist ‘striving to create emotional intimacy through light and colour!’
Where do you live?For the past few years I live and paint in Nicosia Cyprus where my art studio is, with my dog.I’ve been traveling for almost ...
Government recalls dangerous eggs
The state veterinary services announced on Friday the recall of K. Th. Nikolaou Ltd’s ‘Class A’ eggs after they were found to contain chlorates above the permissible levels.
They ...
Guest recipes with Serene Tharian
Creamy Curry Ranch Dressing
Salads and salad dressings have taken up my world this long, hot summer in Cyprus. The original Ranch dressing served in the 1950s at Hidden Valley ...
The power of habits
Habits shape our lives in ways we often don’t fully realise. Known as the father of positive thinking, Norman Vincent Peale once said, “Repetition of the same thought or ...
Cyprus artist embraces the unknown
Combining his Mediterranean roots with the influence of Japanese aesthetics and philosophy, Ioannis (Giannis) Aristotelous is a Greek Cypriot artist making waves in Japan’s contemporary art scene. Based in ...
Kyriakides launches €2m project to ‘tackle’ long Covid
European Commissioner for Health Stella Kyriakides on Tuesday announced a €2 million project aimed at “tackling” long Covid in the European Union.
The European Commission said the project will focus on ...
A taste of the Limassol hills
No one can argue against Omodhos village being the wine capital of Cyprus. It is surrounded by several wineries and their vineyards cover mountain tops such as Afames and Kremnos ...