When Cyprus meets Vienna

It’s something that the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra knows all too well and every January they present iconic musical pieces to celebrate the New Year. This

Annual Boxing Day swim in Paphos

Swimmers participating in the annual Boxing Day swim have said they will take to the water in Paphos on Thursday whatever the weather. Tens of

Christmas and other hatreds

By Richard Dickenson I don’t seem to ever have been much good at hating things. I think the hate gene got left behind somewhere when

The best of times, the worst of times

From itchy hand-knitted outfits to a vibrator bought in the belief it was a back massager, Cyprus Mail journalists have had some rum Christmas presents.

Where to celebrate the New Year

How to mark the new year is the big question come December. And if you still haven’t decided, here are some suggestions.   Nicosia The