The traditional Japanese diet, focusing on rice, fish, and citrus fruits, may help maintain cognitive health by reducing brain shrinkage. Including foods like miso and seaweed could offer significant brain health benefits, according to a study by Giovanni Sala and Shu Zhang.
The Nicosia protest for migrant rights demanded justice, respect, and protection for migrants in Cyprus. Demonstrators gathered in unity, calling for an end to secondclass treatment, systemic change, and recognition of their contributions to society.
Summary: A 19yearold motorcyclist collided with an electricity pole in Dromoloxia, causing his bike to burst into flames. He is currently receiving medical treatment at Larnaca hospital as authorities investigate the cause of the accident, emphasizing the importance of road safety and emergency response.
The hotel employee’s involvement in the coastal hotel thefts was confirmed by finding room keys and a stolen safe box with jewelry and cannabis in his possessions, clearly linking him to the crimes. The evidence was uncovered during a police search, following suspicions due to the pattern of thefts occurring within the hotel where he worked.
Panayiota Demetriou, known as Yiota, preserves the art of Lefkara lace in Cyprus, connecting tradition with the future. Her journey from Kato Drys to the UK and back reflects resilience, embodying the cultural spirit of Cypriot heritage.
In Cyprus, a land of storytelling and sunshine, the reading culture struggles to flourish with only 0.4% of household income spent on books. Factors like historical oral traditions, limited Greek language titles, and high book import costs hinder literary growth, but the rise of BookTok offers a glimmer of hope for a brighter chapter in Cypriot reading habits.
Recent developments in the Cyprus banking sector include Hellenic Bank’s agreement with the bank workers’ union, Etyk, and CySEC imposing fines on MCA Intelifunds for law infringements. These events mark progress in labor relations and regulatory compliance within the sector.
UN Envoy Maria Angela Holguin is returning to Cyprus to reignite peace talks and bridge the divide between the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities. Her visit aims to continue diplomatic efforts, engage with key leaders, and work towards resolving the island’s longstanding division.
The Eurobarometer survey reveals a bleak outlook on living standards in Cyprus, with 63% of respondents reporting a decline in the past five years, surpassing the EU average of 45%. Additionally, a majority of Cypriots anticipate further deterioration in the near future, reflecting widespread pessimism about economic prospects.
Summary: The development of Larnaca Port and Marina is stalled due to a lack of a necessary financial guarantee from contractor Kition Ocean Holdings. The €10 million guarantee required has only seen €4.2 million submitted, leading to legal disputes and halting progress on the project.
