Coronavirus: Number of rapid test sites set to be increased
The number of daily rapid test sites is expected to be increased in the coming days, the health ministry said on Monday, following images of overcrowding at testing sites nationwide.
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FIFPRO says Man United’s four-game week ‘is not physically possible’
Manchester United’s schedule of four matches in a week is “not physically possible” the boss of world players’ union FIFPRO has warned.
The rescheduling of the Red Devils’ Premier ...
Crowds back for first time at tonight’s Omonia game
Football fans wishing to go to the GSP stadium to watch the First Division game between champions Omonia and Apollonas on Monday evening must follow the coronavirus measures, police said.
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Bees in the Netherlands trained to detect Covid-19 infections
By Bart Biesemans
Dutch researchers have trained bees, which have an unusually keen sense of smell, to identify samples infected with COVID-19, a finding they said could cut waiting times ...
Quick and Easy, Stuffed Bell Peppers
Whatever the weather, stuffed peppers for lunch or dinner are always a winning combo. This is a dish that’s easy to make, healthy, filling and provides ultra-delicious leftovers.
Here, ...
Coronavirus: Ministry warns of long queues at seven testing sites
Seven rapid testing sites where long queues had built up have been highlighted by the ministry of health on Monday lunchtime, which said wait times there were more than 45 minutes.
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Seven fined for gambling
Paphos police fined seven people for gambling during lockdown late on Sunday.
The arrests resulted from a house search by officers who had obtained a search warrant.
Six people were ...
Coronavirus: Most of available vaccine slots booked first thing
The majority of Covid-19 vaccination appointments for people aged 29 and 30 were booked early on Monday with small interruptions of the online portal.
Some 8,393 out of 12,598 appointments available for the age ...
The certificate of final approval
There has been discussion recently about the certificate of final approval (CFA) for someone to occupy a building or unit and whether such a thing is necessary.
It is quite ...
Creating a sustainable bioeconomy for Europe
In this video, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, Mariya Gabriel, outlines the EU’s bioeconomy, based on a five-pronged strategy:
to ensure food and nutrition security
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Coronavirus: Slovakia gets upgrade from Red to Orange
Slovakia’s upgrade from the Red to the Orange category was the only change to the revised country assessment for travel issued by the health ministry on Monday.
The ministry ...
McIlroy wins at Wells Fargo to end 18-month title drought
Rory McIlroy shot 3-under-par 68 to win his first PGA tournament in more than 18 months on Sunday, finishing at 10-under 274 in capturing the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club ...
Former U.S. diplomat says U.S. policies on China self-defeating
America’s latest policies toward China, including the trade war, will prove self-defeating, said former senior U.S. diplomat Charles W. Freeman Jr. in an article in the East Asia ...
Cyprus needs new treaty with Russia to stay competitive
By Nicholas Anderson
How the lack of bilateral investment treaties diminishes the competitiveness of Cyprus as a European investment hub
No one can deny the role that Russian investments have ...
Coronavirus: Advisor says masks could go by end of summer
Masks in Cyprus may be a thing of the past as further relaxations are set to follow due to increased vaccinations, according to a government advisor.
“Perhaps by the end ...
Tips to create your first capsule wardrobe
The goal of a capsule wardrobe is simple: to minimise clothing expenses by cutting down on unnecessary purchases, while keeping already-owned garments in use for longer. This is because fast, ...
Coronavirus: Paphos communities readying to welcome back beachgoers
Paphos communities and municipalities said on Monday they are getting ready to welcome beachgoers following the lifting of the lockdown.
Crews have started cleaning public beaches such as Pachyammos, Sodap, ...
Coronavirus: Fifteen arrests as Limassolians protest measures
Fifteen people were arrested late on Sunday in relation to a protest against coronavirus measures held in Limassol, including a man found with a gun.
Before the lift of the ...
5 things we learned from the weekend’s Premier League action
Manchester City’s coronation as Premier League champions must wait as their loss to Chelsea coupled with Manchester United’s come-from-behind win at Aston Villa kept the title race alive ...
Recognising depression in rabbits (and what to do about it)
Every pet deserves a loving and respectful home: please only consider acquiring a pet if you will be able to take care of its long-term needs. Also, consider choosing your ...
Three arrested for taking wood, lighting lambradjia
Three people have been arrested for taking wood to the church yard in Panayia, Paphos on Holy Saturday evening and causing a disturbance, police said on Monday.
According to the ...
Fengaros Music Village returns this summer
Building on the success of 2020’s sold-out music workshops and lectures, Fengaros Music Village returns to the quaint village of Kato Drys for its eighth edition, scheduled for July 22-27. ...
Stretched: the rigorous daily routine of a dancing teen
Hey kids, in this video, we get a chance to see the rigorous schedule kept during pandemic-restricted times, of a teen dancer who plans to go professional.
Nineteen-year-old dancer Marionia ...
Coronavirus: SMS system ends, Cyprus takes a ‘big step forward’ (update 2)
Cyprus will take a big step today with optimism and some concern, Health Minister Constantinos Ioannou said on Monday as Cyprus bid farewell to the SMS system, implementing the SafePass ...