Brewing change: Cyprus café proving inclusion works
Manned by young adults with autism and dedicated to breaking down barriers, what has been billed as the island’s first social enterprise, the True Heart Café officially opened at ...
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What is there funny to say about Cyprus?
Stand‑up comedy on the island was practically nonexistent a decade ago. Still young and informal, today’s tight-knit scene boasts acts in Greek, Cypriot Greek and English, with regular ...
43,000km ride in the name of Cyprus
In July last year, 39-year-old Nikos Leontis boarded a ferry in Limassol on a Yamaha XMAX maxi-scooter, headed on a journey across Europe to continue all the way down south ...
‘Anyone can be trafficked and it happens in plain sight’
Four short films on online exploitation and human trafficking make their debut this week, fostering youth empowerment through immersive, lived experiences.
“I provided guidance as to the intricacies of trafficking ...
Combining sports and academic excellence
The number of private schools offering comprehensive athletic programmes on the island can be counted on your hands. Developing any high-quality athletic programme requires significant investment in facilities, specialised staff ...
Love it or hate it, AI is taking over the classroom
It’s safe to say that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become part of both teachers and students’ lives. Some say it has changed traditional classrooms into more dynamic spaces of ...
‘I want to reach as many steak lovers in Cyprus as I can’
I was the owner of one of the nicest restaurants in one of the nicest streets of Cyprus, and the following week, I was cooking on the street, recalls Jeffrey, ...
‘I found a purpose in Cyprus’
“If you ever feel that you want to do something meaningful, start small; pick up one piece of trash or join a cleanup to share a message that actually matters,” ...
‘People are unaware of what’s growing around them’
Some four thousand years ago, Cyprus was home to the oldest perfume factory in the Mediterranean, located in the village of Pyrgos, east of Limassol. Abandoned following an earthquake, one ...
From perks to purpose: Rethinking CSR in the workplace
The Covid-19 pandemic was a catalyst for change, prompting people to think more deeply about their well-being – both at home and in the workplace.
For Katerina Andreou, founder of HR ...
Lidl Wellness Camp: an ecosystem of wellbeing
How long has it been since you spent two days thinking and learning about your wellbeing? I arrived at the Sixth Lidl Wellness Camp (LWC) with an urge to look ...
Who is the Lady of Lapithos?
The power of love is something that has often been written, and even sung, about. It is also the focus of a recently released film telling the story of a ...
‘The experiences of a lifetime’
A journey of discovery is promised for children of all ages at the upcoming Mitsikouri International Performing Arts Festival for Children and Young People, returning for a second time later ...
‘It’s one of the most scary things I’ve experienced in my life’
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 ...
The kitchen: the heart of the home
The kitchen is, without doubt, the most important room in any home; it’s where everything happens. It’s where you sluggishly begin your morning with a cup of coffee. ...
Bringing the history of Cyprus to life
Between the years of 1927 and 1931, more than 20 archaeological sites on the island were excavated by the Swedish Cyprus Expedition. In this way, Einar Gjerstad, John Lindros, Erik Sjöqvist and ...
Joining forces for a new generation
Joint university programmes began gaining popularity in the late 1990s, in Europe in particular. With the vision to increase academic cooperation and student mobility across countries, institutions came together to ...
Cyprus society seen through coffee shop culture
There is more to a cup of Cyprus coffee than its strong, bitter taste. In a new book on the matter, Aspasia Papadima unfolds the secrets of the island’s ...
Just the company of the deep blue sea
It had been quite some time since I last took a moment to relax by the sea. Until recently, the image of myself lounging on the shore felt like a ...
Inspired by Cyprus’ cultural history
Eight years ago, the eyes of Europe turned towards Paphos as it was crowned European Capital of Culture, an event that left its imprints on the coastal town’s cultural ...
Sisterhood emerges from a cappella Cyprus choir
Although it began as a space for musical expression and vocal artistry, the Amalgamation choir soon evolved into something much deeper: a much-needed support system for women, a place for ...
‘My brand is about effortless style with a soul’
“Sustainability isn’t a destination, it’s something you constantly evolve with,” says Georgia Moditi speaking about her journey to establish a Cypriot brand for sustainable womenswear.
As a fashion ...
Savouring spring with IKEA
As soon as the daffodils in the garden emerge from the soil, I know spring has arrived. Their bright yellow and white colours are my cue to get outdoors and ...
Living the Range Rover experience
I had never heard of the Range Rover experience. For me, it began the moment I arrived at the imposing yet discreet LABS Tower in the heart of Nicosia. With ...