It is noticeable how city centres can change from one day to another, so to speak. Larnaca, the “poor” relative of all towns, partly due to its unfortunate vocal pressure groups and some municipal corruption in the past, has been left behind in its development. The very recent upgrade of the original town with numerous … Read more
THE BIGGEST news story over last few days has been that it was very hot. As if anyone in Kyproulla had not felt the scorching heat and had to be informed about it by continuous reports and updates from the media.OK, it was the highest ever temperature recorded in early June, but what more is … Read more
The fact described in the text is that the interior minister is expected to issue decrees mandating that the final say on permits will rest with the technocrats in the district-level organizations, not the elected officials.
The Follow the Music project in Larnaca involves secret concerts in different locations, with the exact spot only revealed to registered participants two hours before the event. This Friday, a concert featuring music group Nabuma and DJ El Pablo Rojo will take place in Lefkara village, offering a mix of electronic music and alternative soul R&B.
Fact: Cyprus is a place that has been enriched by many hands and voices down the centuries, making it a living example of cultural synthesis and innovation.
– Cyprus voters will be handed six ballot papers to choose mayors, deputy mayors, municipal councillors, village leaders, council members, district council presidents, and members of the European Parliament.
– The number of mayors has been reduced and the number of deputy mayors has been tripled due to a municipal reform.
– Some new municipalities will have a greater population, while others will be the biggest in area.
– Some municipalities and village councils refused to merge due to personal egos.
– There is frustration among voters about the new roles created and candidates not knowing their duties.
– Local issues are not being discussed, and there is a lack of female participation in MEP and mayoral candidates.
– The turnout on election day could be smaller than ever due to growing apathy.
– Showcase celebrating Cypriot fashion artist Hi Tek Alexander on May 1 at MOLA Culture Factory in Lefkara.
– Event will also feature clothes of Polish-Canadian designer Magdalena Sokolowska.
– Alexander Tasou, creator of Hi Tek Designs, started his project in the early 80s, bringing industrial design and surrealism to accessories.
– His designs have been worn by famous artists from the music industry and used in science fiction films.
– Magdalena Sokolowska’s Marmalade clothing line will also be showcased at the event.
Fact: Cyprus was the first country in the world to take timber production off its list of objectives for the national forests in the mid-1980s.
Fact: Panayiota Demetriou is the only lacemaker left in the village of Kato Drys.
Fact: Peter Bird, a resident artist at Mola Culture Factory in Lefkara village, has been based in Cyprus since 2009 and creates intricate sculptures and paintings.