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01 January, 2026

Cypriot pastry legend hangs up his apron at 90

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Cypriot pastry legend hangs up his apron at 90

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George Chrysanthou reached nearly 90 before deciding to close the doors of his small shop on Sina Street in Engomi, its faded retro sign a quiet witness to decades of dedication. Every morning at 7, he would arrive to craft one of the island’s most celebrated desserts: galaktoboureko.

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The interview was published 20 years ago in MUST magazine.

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When Brigitte Bardot came to Cyprus

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Varosha’s golden era of beaches, hotels, and star-studded holidays lives on in memory.

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Winter rains revive Kakopetria’s Vateris trail

Winter rains revive Kakopetria’s Vateris trail

Flowing water and fresh colors turn the Solea Valley into a social media favorite

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From Cyprus to Bristol: One dog brings a neighborhood together

From Cyprus to Bristol: One dog brings a neighborhood together

Stevie Ticks, a lively adoptee from Cyprus, helps friends and neighbors connect in a season of joy and community.

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In the hands of two refugees, a small piece of paper unlocks decades of memories and unwavering devotion.

A wedding invitation finds its way home after 55 years

A forgotten envelope resurrects a love story from occupied Dikomo and returns a couple to the tenderness of their beginnings. ...

Apostolos Kouroupakis

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Qatar National Day celebrated in Nicosia with warmth, tradition and a hint of incense

Qatar National Day celebrated in Nicosia with warmth, tradition and a hint of incense

Despite a rainy start to the day, the reception at the ambassador’s residence offered a lively mix of culture, hospitality ...

Shemaine Bushnell Kyriakides

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Romania’s National Day brings diplomats and friends together in Nicosia

Romania’s National Day brings diplomats and friends together in Nicosia

Over 300 guests celebrate with music, food, and heartfelt speeches as Ambassador Michalache reflects on his final term.

Shemaine Bushnell Kyriakides

03/12/2025 | LIFE

Cypriot startup turns olive pits into stylish, plastic-free furniture panels

Cypriot startup turns olive pits into stylish, plastic-free furniture panels

Turning waste into beauty and bringing the island together in the process.

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27/11/2025 | LIFE

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F1 stars cash in millions from fake Instagram fans

Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and others could be earning tens of thousands per post from phantom followers.

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27/11/2025 | LIFE

The most expensive house (mansion, palace, estate, whatever you want to call it) in Cyprus today is available for sale at a price of 16 million euros (Photos: bazaraki.com)

Cyprus mansion hits €16 million, yes, you read that right

Pareklisia palace joins Limassol’s league of jaw-dropping real estate for the mega-rich.

Shemaine Bushnell Kyriakides

25/11/2025 | LIFE

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''You don’t get rich in the police,'' Chief says as unions revolt

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''You don’t get rich in the police,'' Chief says as unions revolt

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Cyprus' new minimum wage of €979 kicks in today, but is it enough?

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