A Cypriot, ’s unexpected journey to the Emmys
Fact: Martinos Aristidou is the first Cypriot to be nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award and the only Cypriot with voting privileges at the Emmys.
Fact: Martinos Aristidou is the first Cypriot to be nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award and the only Cypriot with voting privileges at the Emmys.
The Home for Cooperation marked 13 years since its opening on Monday. They transformed an empty space designed to keep people apart into a melting pot where first steps to come closer can be taken. They hope to continue walking together, transforming physical and mental barriers along the way towards the united Cyprus they dream of.
The Minister of Justice criticized the media for complaining about the lack of information from the Police, calling their statements ill-advised and unacceptable. The Cyprus Police have been accused of concealing serious cases from the public, with the Minister suggesting that the media only focuses on the negatives. Journalists have the right to criticize and use independent sources in democracies, unlike in totalitarian regimes.
Wizz Air is celebrating its 20th anniversary next month and has been a key player in Cyprus’ aviation industry since establishing a base at Larnaca International Airport in 2010. The airline has received awards for its environmental practices and sustainability efforts. In 2023, Wizz Air played a significant role in Cyprus’ record-breaking tourist season by transporting passengers from various key markets. The airline increased its seat capacity by 70% in 2023 and is estimated to have injected €200 million into the Cypriot economy. Wizz Air holds the leading position for passenger numbers at Larnaca Airport and is set to offer 1.3 million seats on 25 routes to 16 countries from Cyprus in 2024. The airline’s presence has created 130 direct jobs and is estimated to support an additional 5,500 jobs in related sectors.
Fact: Xanthos Sarris founded the EUREKA company in 1959 after discovering the potential of a whitening product.