Cyprus welcomes a wave of art exhibitions
In May, Nicosia and Limassol will host several new art exhibitions showcasing traditional and contemporary works by various artists on the island.
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La Petite Maison to mark second anniversary in style at Parklane
La Petite Maison (LPM) is celebrating its second-year anniversary at Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa on May 25-26, 2024.
Switzerland breaks the Eurovision code as Cyprus finishes 15th
Switzerland won Eurovision 2024 in Malmo, beating Croatia. The winning song, “The Code,” was performed by Swiss rapper and singer Nemo, who expressed hope for peace and dignity. Israel’s entry faced protests due to the conflict in Gaza.
Eurovision chaos: Ireland a no-show for dress rehearsal as French act sends anti-war message [VIDEO]
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Ireland, along with Greece and Switzerland, did not appear during the parade at the start of the Family Rehearsal for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. Bambie Thug, representing Ireland, was absent from the stage, citing an urgent situation requiring attention from the organisers. The European Broadcasting Union is currently discussing necessary actions in response to the absence. France’s act Slimane stopped his performance midway to send a peace message, chanting “United by music yes, but for love, for peace.” The Eurovision contest has been thrust into political conflict with protests calling for Israel’s exclusion and demands for changes to Israel’s entry lyrics.
Agriculture minister extols the virtues of roses
Fact: The most common variety of rose seen in Cyprus today, the Damask Rose, was first imported to the island by monks from the Kykkos Monastery after they had made a trip to Romania.
Who do we really trust in Cyprus?
Fact: In 2010, an EU study stated that just three in 10,000 Cypriots ‘had no relatives’.
Celebration planned in parliament for Cyprus, ’ EU anniversary
High-level guests will attend a celebration in the parliament on Friday during a special session of the House plenum to mark Cyprus’ 20th anniversary since joining the European Union. President Nikos Christodoulides, cabinet ministers, the diplomatic corps, and other officials of the Republic will be present. The event will conclude with an award ceremony for students of high schools and technical schools in the essay competition on “20 years since Cyprus’ accession to the EU.”
Easter in Paphos
Cyprus is celebrating the Resurrection with church services and family gatherings. Thousands of people are enjoying good weather in Paphos after yesterday’s bad weather. The sunny day is perfect for strolling and enjoying the beautiful harbor, making it a prime opportunity for rest and recreation in the tourism showcase.
More than 1.5 million flock Brazil’s Copacabana for free Madonna concert [PHOTOS]
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More than a million people attended a free Madonna concert on Copacabana beach in Brazil, with the city estimating a crowd of 1.6 million. The concert took place in hot temperatures, with firefighters spraying water to cool fans. Madonna performed for over two hours, including hits like “Like a Prayer” and “Vogue”. The event also featured Brazilian pop artists and samba musicians. Authorities deployed 3,000 police officers to ensure safety, and the concert was expected to boost Rio’s economy by about 300 million reais.
Chios keeps tradition alive with thundering Easter rocket war [VIDEO]
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Vrontados in Chios held its annual Easter rocket war tradition, where rival teams launched thousands of rockets in a spectacular display for 20,000 spectators. Volunteers ensured the event ran smoothly, with the Fire Service putting out minor fires and police managing traffic. The tradition ends with the cleanup of spent rocket casings until the next rocket war in 2025.