Life & Style

Octopus salad 3 cans of octopus in olive oil (300g) 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 small bell pepper, cut into cubes 1 small red pepper, cut into cubes 1 small clove garlic, crushed 2 ...

Inspire 2025 has cemented its reputation as one of the region’s most influential gatherings for entrepreneurs, innovators and investors. Over two days, the festival transformed Limassol into a hub of ...

Climbing to an altitude of 1,100m in the Marathasa region of Cyprus’ mountains, you will find the quaint village of Pedoulas, known for its pine and cherry trees. Vines are ...

The Flo App began as a simple way to log menstrual cycles. Today, it stands at the forefront of women’s health research, conducting and publishing its own medical research ...

By Dina Gavarieva Clips of Lady Gaga performing on crutches lit up social media recently, with worried fans wondering whether the pop icon was in the midst of a fibromyalgia ...

Ghost Flight by Eva Asprakis explores a “time of new beginnings” amid the “horrifying contrast” of abrupt loss brought about by the doomed Helios Airways flight in 2005 that saw 121 people ...

Christmas Markets in Europe For many, Christmas begins with the scent of mulled wine and the glow of wooden stalls. Europe’s markets are easy to reach from Cyprus, and ...

By Christina Michailidis Built up around research from different cultures and regions, one natural skincare brand typifies what the island’s Stelios Bicommunal Awards stand for: uniting rather than dividing ...

If she can do it, any woman can do it. That’s the message of Cypriot downhill biker Savvina Koulle, who has used a combination of physical strength, fitness, technical ...

Long before the chime of the street-side cart or the glint of a cone beneath the Mediterranean sun, ice cream began as an experiment in luxury, reserved for emperors and ...

Where do you live?I live in Cyrpus with my family – my husband and two children. What did you have for breakfast?I had wholemeal bread with diet cheese and ...

Tom Kha Gai – Thai Coconut Soup with Chicken 400ml chicken broth400ml coconut milk400g boneless and skinless chicken fates, cut into 2.5 cm pieces.1 lemongrass stalk, crushed1 tablespoon ginger, finely ...

There are moments when clarity reveals the true nature of those around us. Not everyone is meant to uplift or support us; some are here to test our hearts, challenge ...

By Karen Taylor Cyprus has long been recognised as a crossroads of civilisations, located as it is between Asia, Europe and the Middle East. In much the same way, the ...

By Christina Michailidis Wellness-focused travel has been gaining real momentum, both globally and in Cyprus. Both visitors and locals are looking for ways to reconnect with nature and take a ...

“It’s that time again — cool September evenings, good tunes, and even better food. As we all ease back into our routines, there’s at least one thing to look ...

Tom Yum, with its heady aroma and sharp, invigorating tang, is one of Thailand’s most iconic contributions to global cuisine. Spicy, sour and fragrant, this soup embodies a delicate ...

By Dan Baumgardt Walk into any health store, scroll through TikTok, or browse the shelves of your favourite beauty retailer, and you’ll be met with a familiar promise: that ...

Where do you live and with whom?I live in Nicosia with my wife, 13-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter. What did you have for breakfast?A glass of water and ...

As Instagram continues to evolve, the metrics that once defined success on the platform are no longer enough. Simply gaining followers or getting likes won’t cut it. In 2025, engagement ...

According to the Oxford dictionary, Mystes is the one initiated in a mystery, as in the Dionysian mysteries. The mysteries were celebrated throughout ancient Greece, revolving around Dionysus, the god ...

Each December, Dutch children wait in excited anticipation for a beloved guest to arrive—not Santa Claus, but Sinterklaas, a centuries-old figure whose traditions are deeply woven into Dutch family ...

For many financially comfortable expats, relocating to Germany with a family opens doors to new opportunities, excellent infrastructure, and high living standards. However, understanding and navigating the local health insurance ...

Cypriot artist Della will take Cyprus music to Europe with three performances at some of its most important showcase festivals, it was announced on Wednesday. Della will first perform on ...