Tag: history

ON THIS DAY: Star Wars premiered in Europe

On May 30, 1978, Star Wars expanded its international reach with major European releases, introducing audiences across the continent to what would become one...

ON THIS DAY: The night the RMS Titanic sinking began (1912)

On the night of April 14, 1912, the world’s largest and most luxurious ocean liner, the RMS Titanic, was nearing the end of its...

Greek historian Eleni Glykatzi-Ahrweiler dies at 99

The iconic historian Eleni Glykatzi-Ahrweiler passed away at the age of 99, leaving behind a rich intellectual legacy. Born in Athens in 1926 to parents...

Viking rune stones: Love, loss and legacy

Ancient messages still emerging Viking rune stones continue to surface across Sweden, nearly 1,000 years after they were carved, offering rare insights into love, grief,...

ON THIS DAY: Vatican City independence established (1929)

On This Day: The Lateran Treaty is signed Vatican City independence was formally established on 11 February 1929, when the Lateran Treaty was signed between...

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

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

“Nicosia is not a neutral background for contemporary art”

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

Israel election turnout highest in over 40 years

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

Cyprus receives 80,000 flu vaccines after delays

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