Archive for 2019

Central Bank of Cyprus sees downside risks to the economy despite strong growth 

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) sees certain downside risks to the Cypriot economy for the period 2020-2022, that may lead to slower economic growth, despite the positive course of economic activity, as well as the continued robust economic growth.…

Stefanos Tsitsipas loses Abu Dhabi final to Nadal

Greece’s tennis champion and ATP Tour finals winner Stefanos Tsitsipas fought a nerve-breaking game with Spain’s Rafael Nadal to come second in this year’s Mubadala World Tennis Championship after three sets, winning 6-7, 7-5, 7-6.

Nadal’s breathtaking win came after …

Cyprus and Greece urge countries to join them in their common partnerships for stability in the region 

The Foreign Ministers of Greece and Cyprus, Nikos Dendias and Nikos Christodoulides are calling on countries that respect international law to join them in their common initiatives to create the proper infrastructure to improve the lives of their countries’ citizens.…

Witness appeal after serious road traffic collision near Potters Bar

Did you see serious collision of car and pedal cycle?We’re appealing for witnesses and dash cam footagePlease get in touch with the investigating officer if you can help

Officers investigating a serious road traffic collision near Potters Bar yesterday afternoon …

Omonia beats AEK and leads the race for the Cyprus Football League title

Omonia of Nicosia achieved a great victory on Sunday over AEK of Larnaca with 3-2, in the framework of the Match Day 14 of the Cyprus Football League and reached the first place on the standings.

The Omonia goals came …

Man in his 20’s shot in Enfield town

Police called at approximately 02:50hrs on Sunday, 22 December to reports of a man suffering a gunshot injury in Church Lane, Enfield near Enfield tiwn centre and Enfield County School.

Police Officers & Ambulance Services  attended; the man, believed aged …

How I lost weight

Those who read my last article (Parikiaki 17/10/19) will be aware that as a by-product of reversing my diabetes, I lost in less than 6 months, 2½ stones (15 kilos) in weight. Although clinically obese, my portly figure was not …

Unique authentic Greek Grill opens at Brighton Marina

Long term Brighton resident George Afentakis 60, who owns the successful Greek restaurant Adelphia in Preston Street, is finally about to realise his dream.

George, who was brought up in Crete, has always dreamed of re-creating an authentic Greek Grill …

Christmas party at the Kosmos Centre

The Kosmos Centre held its annual Christmas party on Tuesday 10th December 2019 at the church hall of Agioi Anargyroi in Gospel Oak. The event was a great success with the elderly who attended enjoying a traditional lunch, live music …

St Andrew’s Choir takes over Trafalgar Square!

Under the lights of the famous tree in the centre of Trafalgar Square, St Andrew the Apostle School Choir spread some festive joy for busy Londoners by performing Christmas Carols to support Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice on Tuesday 10th December …