Saints cruise past Bournemouth to reach FA Cup semis
Southampton’s Nathan Redmond netted twice and fellow winger Moussa Djenepo also scored to secure a 3-0 win over south-coast rivals Bournemouth on Saturday and a place in the FA ...
Britain hits milestone as half of all adults get first vaccine dose
Half of all adults in Britain have now had at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose, making the country the world’s first major economy to hit that milestone, health minister ...
Ikaria: the tiny Greek island where life is simple… and long
In this video, we travel to Ikaria, a tiny Greek island in the Aegean sea, known as a blue zone: a special place where life expectancy is much higher than ...
Seven strategies to help reduce your eye strain
This video is meant to expand your general knowledge about living a healthy life and is NOT a substitute for seeking medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before making ...
Kerala: a serene land of waterways, spices and festivals
In this video, we set a course for Kerala, a state on the southwestern Malabar Coast of India, justifiably described as ‘God’s own country’ for its wealth of natural ...
Rugged, unspoiled and winding: walking the Avakas Gorge
Despite the present Covid-related travel restrictions, the beautiful natural and urban areas of Cyprus are still accessible to us through the lenses of local creators.
In this video, we follow ...
Holidays abroad this summer unlikely for most Britons, scientist warns (Updated)
Holidays abroad are “extremely unlikely” for most Britons this summer due to the risk of importing new variants of Covid-19, a scientist who advises the government said on Saturday, leaving ...
Cypriot bitten by pet cobra in Greece receives medication from Cyprus
Cyprus has sent anti-venom medication to Greece to treat the Cypriot man who was bitten by an Indian cobra that he kept as a pet along with other reptiles in ...
Five innovative sea vessels aiming to curb waterway degradation
This NMF-sponsored video discusses five new, innovative sea vessels that are cutting down on environmental degradation by using renewable energy. The eco-friendly vessels include hydrogen-powered boats, solar-powered yachts, self-sufficient sailboats ...
A minute with Maria Zachariou Fashion Designer at Aquablue Design Center
Where do you live?
I live in Nicosia, Cyprus with my daughter
What did you have for breakfast?
Oats, seeds and berries with coconut milk
Describe your perfect day
Walking ...
Celebrating World Poetry Day at Phaneromenis 70
World Poetry Day is celebrated annually on March 21 and in Nicosia, Cultural Centre Phaneromenis 70 and poet Alexandros Chronides are putting together a special event, one that is even in-person!
For ...
Coronavirus: ministry slammed for firing contract teacher who refused test (Updated)
The education ministry was slammed on Saturday for firing a contract teacher after they refused to undergo the mandatory weekly rapid test for coronavirus.
In a statement denouncing the ministry’...
Cyprus’ sovereign ratings affirmed by Capital Intelligence
Capital Intelligence Ratings (CI Ratings or CI) said it has affirmed the Republic of Cyprus’ Long-Term Foreign Currency Rating (LT FCR) and Short-Term Foreign Currency Rating (ST FCR) at ‘BB+’ ...
Man remanded on suspicion of giving drugs to son aged 11
Limassol district court remanded a 44-year-old father for four days on Saturday for giving drugs to his 11-year-old son.
The man was arrested following a visit by the social welfare ...
Chai recipes to boost immunity, digestion and energy
Chai is traditionally a sweet milky tea, originating in India, renowned for its spicy aromas and delicious flavours, and it’s a great treat to brew up.
In this video, ...
Tree planting for peace and for the environment
Ruling Disy announced on Saturday it would distribute one million trees in the next three years to plant the “seeds of hope” for a united Cyprus.
In his statements after ...
Coronavirus: ‘the only illness’ where people pass away all alone
Coronavirus is “the only illness” where patients lack human contact and pass way alone, the medical director of Famagusta reference hospital for coronavirus Amalia Hadjiyianni said on Saturday.
“These people [...
International spectators to be barred from entering Japan for Olympics
International spectators will not be allowed to enter Japan for this summer’s Olympic Games amid public concerns over coronavirus, organisers said on Saturday, setting the stage for a drastically ...
Denmark reports two cases of blood clots after AZ shot, one died
Denmark on Saturday reported two cases of hospital staff with blood clots and cerebral haemorrhage after receiving the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccination.
The Capital Region of Denmark, the authority which handles ...
Lawmakers call for England to allow protests during lockdown
More than 60 British lawmakers have written to interior minister Priti Patel calling for protests to be allowed in England during lockdown.
Under England’s coronavirus rules, it is unlawful for ...
Magnitude 7.2 quake hits northern Japan, 1 metre tsunami expected
An earthquake struck northeastern Japan on Saturday, hitting areas devastated by the 2011 disaster and generating a tsunami of 1 metre, public broadcaster NHK said.
The quake hit the coast of Miyagi ...
The former investment banker who now teaches mud-house construction
In this video, we meet Shagun Singh, a former investment banker, who, unfulfilled by the corporate path, quit her job in 2014, and moved to Nainital in Uttarakhand, a state in ...
Coronavirus: more than 70% of latest jab appointments booked within an hour
More than 70 per cent of vaccination appointments were booked an hour after they became available for people aged 66 and older, the health ministry said on Saturday.
Some 8,934 appointments were made ...
Justin Bieber handed cease-and-desist letter by French duo
Justin Bieber was hit with a cease-and-desist letter by the French electronic music duo Justice, consisting of Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay, over the use of a letter in ...