OLOI News & Blog
In the capital, the heart of the Cyclades, Syros impresses not only with its majestic architecture and cosmopolitan character but also with the humanity of its residents. The program Syros Cats, a non-profit initiative relying solely on volunteerism, has managed to create a model care network for stray cats across the island, offering food, medical […]
The art exhibition “Beauty in Question: thinking through and beyond form” opened in Berlin. This event is part of the cultural program for the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Deputy Minister of Culture Dr. Vasiliki Kassianidou led the inauguration. She highlighted how important this event is for showcasing Cypriot culture in […]
Nuclear energy is returning strongly to the European agenda, as energy security concerns and net-zero targets are pushing policymakers to consider new options. The summit on nuclear energy organised by the President of France has given fresh momentum to that debate. Within this context, Professor Ανδρέας Πουλλικκάς of Πανεπιστήμιο Frederick and former chairman of ΡΑΕΚ […]
Popular Greek singer Ilias Vrettos was attacked during a live performance at a nightclub in Nicosia last Saturday. According to ANT1’s morning show “Πρωινό”, the incident took place during the artist’s second set. A group of men began causing trouble over drink orders and song requests. The situation escalated when first a musician and then […]
MP Michalis Giakoumis has submitted two bills to the Cyprus Parliament aimed at tackling the housing crisis — one of the country’s most pressing social issues. The first bill provides for the establishment of a Housing Policy Fund, a permanent financing mechanism for housing policy implementation. The Fund will be primarily financed through a 1% […]
Rainy weather continues across Cyprus into the coming week, according to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Department. Today, Sunday 22 March, the sky will be mainly overcast. Local showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected, starting in the western half of the island and the mountains and gradually spreading to inland and northern areas. Hail […]
On Sunday morning (22/3), a building collapsed in the Fatih district of Istanbul. This caused panic and got authorities moving. Rescue teams arrived quickly. Turkish media reports that there are injuries, but the exact number is still unclear. Dramatic videos online show rescuers and bystanders using their hands to dig through the rubble. They are […]
Liasos Loukas talked about Akamba, who started for the first time, after the match against Omonia. The 18-year-old midfielder from Cameroon did well… We will see him play more during the playoffs. He is one of the investments made last summer from Africa. Time will tell if this investment pays off, like some others for […]
The match between Anorthosis and Akritas was a real nail-biter. The Lady won 3-2, scoring the winning goal in the 101st minute with a penalty by Lopes. Vasilis Charalambous, the spokesperson for the Paphos team, complained about poor hospitality from some Anorthosis representatives in the stadium boxes. He mentioned bullying. Anorthosis responded officially, stating they […]
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