Tag: Easter traditions

Red Easter eggs: History and symbolism

Life April 12, 2026 at 16:00

Ancient roots of the Easter egg The egg has long been a symbol of life, predating its inclusion in Christian traditions. Originally featured in pagan...

The Holy Light arrives in Cyprus this afternoon

Cyprus April 11, 2026 at 10:54

The Holy Light is set to arrive in Cyprus this afternoon on a special flight operated by Aegean Airlines. The flight will land at the old...

Friday is Good because Sunday is coming

Cyprus April 10, 2026 at 19:55

In Cyprus, we spend a whole 50 days gearing up for Easter. It starts with feasting on Tsiknopempti, rolls through Tyrini, and then Green...

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October 27, 2026 at 19:32

ON THIS DAY: Cuban Missile Crisis Black Saturday (1962)

On this Day October 27, 2026 at 18:25

On 27 October 1962, the Cold War came perilously...

“Nicosia is not a neutral background for contemporary art”

Life October 27, 2026 at 17:49

PSI Foundation’s Art Director, Danila Parniouk, talks about the...

Israel election turnout highest in over 40 years

International October 27, 2026 at 17:22

Israel election turnout has reached its highest level in...

Cyprus receives 80,000 flu vaccines after delays

Cyprus October 27, 2026 at 16:47

Cyprus has received around 80,000 flu vaccines, with distribution...