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  As with all historical figures, the Last Queen of Cyprus, Caterina Cornaro, inspired artists to create artworks dedicated to her.  Numerous portraits and paintings depict her as queen, while at the same time, at her fall. What is rather remarkable however is that long after her reign, composer Fromental Halèvy was so fascinated by her life that he composed the opera La Reine de Chypre in 1841 about the Venetian Queen's life.  The Opera is in 5 acts and even though it is not widely known, it is quite amazing to realize that the Last Queen of Cyprus still in modern times, captures the imagination of artists around the world. *Information taken from L eventis Municipal Museum Exhibition in Nicosia , Cyprus. * 2026

Even though Yoga has been widely practiced in the Western World as a form of exercise, its roots actually say a different story. What is Yoga? Yoga is an Indian practice originating around 5000 years ago according to ancient references. ( Explore The Ancient Roots of Yoga ).  What is Yoga's Purpose? Yoga is closely linked to Hinduism philosophy where it aims for spiritual freedom while worshiping God. ( Yoga Philosophy )  Is Yoga Divided Into Different Forms? Yoga is separated into different stages and has drastically evolved through all these years ( Yoga Philosophy ).  If Yoga is an Indian Practice, How Come it is So Popular in the Western World? The Western World first came in touch with Yoga when Indian Monks migrated to the United States and taught people Yoga ( Explore The Ancient Roots of Yoga ). Is The Yoga We Practice Today the Same as in The Past? Today, yoga is practiced differently. It has been adopted to various ages and levers, therefore it is accessible to ...

It was late. They have been travelling throughout the night.  They were very tired, however very excited to finally be arriving in a new country! Their hotel was a few kilometers away. They carefully followed the instructions as they were getting close.  At 3 in the morning, no one was around. The streets were empty. Only a few taxis were driving around the city center. The city was asleep.  The final turn was just around the corner.  The streets were getting dark.  Trees on the pavements and the street lights were dimmed to almost darkness.  They did not know what to expect and started questioning their choice of stay in this new country.  "Bip" the navigation signaled and they stopped outside a dark and old house.  "Is this our hotel?" - asked the woman. "Yes, this is what the navigation says" - the man replied.  They were skeptical, trying to size up their options. The place looked bizarre, it was 3 in the morning and there were no other o...

"The way you speak about them, makes you look bad and that is not you" - he told her. She paused. "Yes, but..." she tried to say "But what?" - he replied. "You seem to try to find the negative and wrongdoing in the situation but that is not like you" - he continued.  She paused again.  After giving it a thought she admitted. "I am saddened by the situation and disappointed. I feel that I am not good enough, not doing enough and not being appreciated." She paused for another second. "I am ok being around them, and I will always do the right thing. However, there will always be that one small part of me that is disappointed by their behaviour" "And that is ok" - he replied. "Until you are ready to forgive them and let go" - he continued. "That is when you will realize that the only person you were bringing down all along was yourself." 2026

She woke up early. The sun's rays were coming through her window.  It was one of those days where there was nothing planned to do.  She got out of bed and prepared for her morning walk. No headphones, just her and the sounds of her nature.  She walked through small neighborhoods and enjoyed the stillness of early mornings.  After a while, the bright blue and calm sea was appeared on the horizon. The sun rays were dancing on the water and she could hear the waves singing as she walked by.  She reached her favourite spot. Left her things on the sand and went into the fresh sea.  The cold water hugged her body and she laid on the water for a while enjoying the warmness of the sun.  She slowly returned to the sand. She took a few seconds to admire the calmness of nature and opened her book. She travelled into its pages for a while before coming back to reality.  The sun was stronger now, it was time to go.  She picked up her things and started he...

The lady walked down the street.  She was enjoying the sunny weather, however the breeze was still cold. Her white coat was long, bright and cozy!  She felt light and ready to discover the area of the city she had never visited before, even though she had been in that city many times.  She walked slowly admiring the architecture and trying to take in all the different scenery the city offered her.  Reading her map on the phone, she stopped at a crossroad. She focused on her phone, however when she turned to look back up, she noticed something strange.  A car she never saw before, seemed very familiar to her. She stopped and looked at it as if waiting for the car to give her an answer. She tried to look inside the car but the driver was not a familiar face.  The back seats were pitch black, not sure whether someone was sitting there.  She followed the car with her eyes.  Once the car left the street she continued walking. She tried to think about h...