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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ON THIS DAY: Mike the Headless Chicken refuses to die (1945)

September 10, 2026 at 16:45

Kyrenia shipwreck: Final victim laid to rest as search operations continue

Cyprus September 10, 2026 at 15:54

The Filo Jet shipwreck off Kyrenia has left 14...

ECB raises interest rates to 2.5%

Economy September 10, 2026 at 15:47

The European Central Bank has raised its interest rates...

England’s mayors set to gain power to impose tourist tax

International September 10, 2026 at 15:27

Mayors in England are set to gain powers to...

Twins identified as targets of an assassination plot by a criminal gang in Cyprus

Cyprus September 10, 2026 at 15:08

British twins Jamie and Aaron Small have been identified...