Tag: christmas

ON THIS DAY: Franz Xaver Gruber composes “Silent Night” (1818)

On this Day December 24, 2024 at 16:35

On 24 December 1818, Austrian composer Franz Xaver Gruber created one of the most enduring and beloved Christmas carols of all time, "Silent Night"...

President announces defence upgrades and promotions

Cyprus December 24, 2024 at 13:30

Promotions for 104 Contracted Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) to the rank of Chief Sergeant will take place before the end of the year, President of...

Holiday operating hours for shops, supermarkets, and malls

Cyprus December 20, 2024 at 12:22

Shops, supermarkets, and malls will take centre stage in the coming days. General shops (including supermarkets) will operate until 18:00 on Christmas Eve (24th December)...

What will our Christmas feast cost this year?

Economy December 20, 2024 at 09:27

The Cyprus Consumers Association conducted a survey on the cost of the Christmas table. The survey was carried out from the 9th to the...

ON THIS DAY: Charles Dickens publishes “A Christmas carol” (1843)

On this Day December 19, 2024 at 16:01

On this day, 19 December 1843, the beloved British author Charles Dickens released A Christmas Carol, a novella that would become one of the...

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ON THIS DAY: Leif Erikson reaches Vinland (1000 AD)

October 9, 2025 at 16:52

Court suspends extension of Anna Aristotelous’ suspension

Cyprus October 9, 2025 at 16:42

Anna Aristotelous is no longer on administrative leave and...

Joy and relief after Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal announced

International October 9, 2025 at 16:18

Israelis and Palestinians rejoiced on Thursday after a ceasefire...

Naxos named best island in Europe for 2025, Cyprus ranks 15th

Life October 9, 2025 at 15:16

Naxos has been voted the best island in Europe...

Kombos: welcomes the announcement on the Gaza ceasefire deal

International October 9, 2025 at 14:55

Cyprus' Foreign Minister, Constantinos Kombos, has welcomed the announcement...

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