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Ombudswoman with a belief in the ‘domino effect’
In the Ombudswoman THEO PANAYIDES finds a romantic realist with the power to intervene to make things right, an idealist with a poetic streak As a symbol, it’s almost too perfect. The office of Maria...
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Migrants living in squalor in Chlorakas (video)
We visited the St. Nicolas Elegant Residence in Chlorakas near Paphos, which has been occupied by migrants for over a year now – though in fact the situation seems to have changed in the days since we...
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From Eoka fighter to art collector
In a diplomat and lifelong churchgoer involved in a significant phase of Cyprus’ history, THEO PANAYIDES finds a man focused on culture and the value of education It was back in the day, of course:...
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Ozempic: Cypriots shed kilos with weight-loss drug
But diabetics – its intended target – can barely get it The global frenzy over a new weight-loss drug has, unsurprisingly, hit Cyprus too – with the added complication that we don’t yet have access...
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Farmer and distiller appreciating life in a mountain valley
An award-winning spirit maker who has spent his life in the kitchen now spends his time in the hills of Limassol cooking up drinks unusual and regular, finds THEO PANAYIDES There’s something missing...
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Impetuous ex-journalist finding contentment through animals
In a former tabloid journalist THEO PANAYIDES finds an impulsive woman, mentally tough and an animal lover who his now tired of peeking into other people’s lives We’re about an hour in, sitting at...
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Limassol culture maven with an alternative vibe
In a low-key prominent Limassolian who has led the biggest cultural hub on the island for over 20 years, THEO PANAYIDES finds a woman open to new ideas, and experiences Everyone knows Georgia Dötzer,...
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Public opinion: How do we solve the migrant issue in Cyprus? (video)
A couple of weeks after the violent anti-migrant protest, we asked a selection of people on the streets of Nicosia for their views on the migrant issue.
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Cyprus naturalist at home with other animals
A grand project is being planned from a small home in Geri, where an obsessive, single-minded man is trying to know everything. At least about the island, finds THEO PANAYIDES The small house in Geri...
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Cultured gelato maker talks migrants and ice cream
In a master gelato maker, THEO PANAYIDES finds a cultured man unimpressed with the sweet in Cyprus, and doubtful over the future of Limassol We talk about migrants and ice cream, not necessarily in...
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Dancer with a taste for maths and kissing
In the driving force hoping to bring the European Capital of Culture to Limassol, THEO PANAYIDES finds a woman who loves numbers, and inviting the audience in to a performance The two young women speak...
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Soaring electricity bills: ‘I’ve taken out all the light bulbs in my home’
Ever increasing costs forcing consumers to restructure energy bills Standing on the pavement outside the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), with a little boy in tow, Nitsa tells the Cyprus Mail...
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Palestinians in Cyprus, thinking about Gaza (video)
With a ground war looming in Gaza, we spoke to two Palestinians who’ve been living in Cyprus for decades – including one who lost family in Gaza just a day earlier.
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Weird and wonderful world of a tiny shopkeeper
In what could be termed as junk, one man finds collectible treasures. THEO PANAYIDES speaks to a permanent expat rescuing Cyprus’ modern history one discarded landfill piece at a time Julian Howard...
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‘Who are you?’, asks bubbly Paphos artist
THEO PANAYIDES meets a woman 20 years after she first arrived on the island, and finds a creative using art to tell the stories of those less fortunate The old town of Paphos is becalmed on a grey...
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Successful YouTuber says it loud: Try harder!
THEO PANAYIDES listens to the remarkable story of a Limassol-based social media star who channelled his need for control into creativity and blurs the lines between gender fluidity and trolling A pale...
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Israelis in Cyprus, talking about war (video)
We talked to the Chief Rabbi of Cyprus about the situation in Gaza, as well as two other Israelis: insurance broker Shlomi Kariv, who’s been in Cyprus since 2017, and journalist Ori Agayof, who’s been...
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Pro-Palestine demo in Cyprus (video)
Footage from a demonstration calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, held in Nicosia on November 5. See the full story here
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Transport minister on a mission against emissions
From congested streets to turning 60, the transport minister is determined to enjoy life. THEO PANAYIDES finds out how As I drive back to work from the transport ministry in Nicosia – early afternoon,...
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Charity head with a talent for friendships
In a good networker and meticulous woman THEO PANAYIDES meets someone equally at home with rich donors and struggling patients, trying to encourage the rest of the world to do good Marie Nicholsby (née...
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