Podcasts about Cyprus

1896 PERSIAElizabeth Peak, columnist for The Hill and Fox News, discusses Wall Street's AI "doom" narrative, the disruption of white-collar professions, and market anxieties regarding potential conflict with Iran and new trade tariffs. 1.Elizabeth Peak, columnist for The Hill and Fox News, criticizes Mayor Mamdani's inexperienced handling of a deadly NYC blizzard, specifically his initial refusal to compel homeless individuals to enter shelters during extreme cold. 2.Judy Dempsey of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Thaddius McCotter of American Greatnessexamine the Ukraine war's stalemate, debating European unity, Putin's untrustworthiness, and the difficult search for a viable diplomatic peace offramp. 3.Judy Dempsey of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Thaddius McCotter of American Greatnessdiscuss the upcoming State of the Union, critiquing Trump's economic messaging while highlighting concerns over AI-driven job losses and the growing divide regarding national prosperity. 4.Mary Kissel, Executive Vice President at Stevens Incorporated, analyzes the US naval buildup near Iran, exploring potential regime change and the interconnected nature of global authoritarian threats from Russia to Beijing. 5.Mary Kissel, Executive Vice President at Stevens Incorporated, explains how unpredictable tariff policies create business uncertainty, hindering capital investment despite potential strategic benefits in managing trade relations with aggressive regimes like Beijing. 6.Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, discusses the massive USarmada near Iran and whether military pressure or internal protests can force the regime to negotiate on missiles and proxies. 7.Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, analyzes Hezbollah's remaining missile arsenal, Israeli deterrence strategies, and the security vacuum in Syria following the escape of ISISrelatives from detention camps. 8.David Livingston of The Space Show and Kishalay De of Columbia University discuss a star collapsing into a black hole without a supernova, challenging established theories about the minimum mass required for such cosmic events. 9.David Livingston of The Space Show and Kishalay De of Columbia University outline future astronomical surveys using advanced telescopes to identify more "disappearing" stars, aiming to create a comprehensive population road map for black hole formation. 10.Michael Toth, Research Director of the Civitas Institute, compares the thriving US equity markets with Europe's "eurosclerosis," attributing American growth to deregulation and dynamism while critiquing Europe's failure to produce new unicorns. 11.Michael Toth, Research Director of the Civitas Institute, defends financialization against critics, arguing that expanded market participation through 401ks and deregulation drives median income growth and American productivity compared to Europe. 12.Gregory Copley reports that amid a military buildup and failing talks, President Trump is considering kinetic action against Iran's clerical leadership, while the Iranian people remain largely anti-regime. 13.Gregory Copley reports that Prime Minister Starmer is blocking US use of British bases in Cyprus and Diego Garciafor Iran strikes, causing a terminal rift with President Donald Trump. 14.Gregory Copley reports that President Zelensky warns Putin is untrustworthy as the war reaches four years, while Copley suggests the conflict persists primarily because of continued external Western funding and arms. 15.Gregory Copley reports that King Charles is navigating a crisis involving Prince Andrew's arrest and Prime Minister Starmer's appointment of Ambassador Mendelson, both linked to the widening Jeffrey Epstein scandal. 16.

Gregory Copley reports that Prime Minister Starmer is blocking US use of British bases in Cyprus and Diego Garciafor Iran strikes, causing a terminal rift with President Donald Trump. 14.1896 PERSIA

Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Kevin Cole about one of his favorite discoveries from the Eurosonic Noorderslag Festival, the Cyprus-based songwriter Della. They discuss Kevin’s experience with Eurosonic over the years, what it was about Della that captivated him and the other judges, and the magic of her song “how do i?” The song comes from Della’s 2025 album, 13, out now from Louvana Records. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org. Photo credit: Shots by ShaliSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're travelling back to the year 2013, and Cyprus is in big trouble. Who's going to bail them out? Well we know that now, don't we. Enjoy that? Why not subscribe to the Bugle now through our voluntary donation scheme at thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer for the Middle East, Northeast Africa, Cyprus, and Greece at Radisson Hotel Group, talks about his journey with the company and how his role has evolved alongside Radisson's transformation over the years. He shares insights into the group's strategic shift toward more agile and diversified growth across his regions, explaining how market priorities differ and where investor sentiment remains strongest today.

James Daley preaches on Acts 13:4-12 Barnabas and Saul in Cyprus. Please Visit Us: milleravenuechurch.org  ---------------------------------------------------------------- Watch full service here https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1165554954 ---------------------------------------------------------------- LIVE - Sunday Morning Worship Service: 10:30am Pacific Time  Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/974567942 ---------------------------------------------------------------- Support the Ministry: If you are enjoying the programs and would like to send an offering of any amount, your gift helps us continue spreading the Good News! Thank you for your support!  Support Link: https://milleravenuechurch.org/giving 

Join the gang as they give their hottest takes on this year's Eurovision entries from Luxembourg, Ukraine, Cyprus, and Denmark! Plus, Alix rants in Danish! Songs featured: Eva Marija – Mother Nature Leleka – Ridnym Antigoni – Jalla Søren Torpegaard Lund – Før Vi Går Hjem

Last week, Irish consumers were warned that a range of household devices, including TV "dodgy boxes", could be secretly controlled by cybercriminals. Millions of these devices worldwide — including smart light bulbs, TVs, and other internet-connected gadgets — are susceptible to such attacks. Once inside your home network, attackers can monitor online activity and send fake messages that appear convincingly real. This is just one example of how quickly cyber threats are evolving. Critical infrastructures — such as hospitals, energy grids, and government services — are under constant attack. In response, researchers and policymakers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen digital defences. One of the most ambitious initiatives in this area is the EU-funded SYNAPSE project, a collaboration of 14 partners across eight countries. SYNAPSE aims to deliver an integrated risk and resilience management platform that provides holistic Situational Awareness (SA), cyber-incident response, and training and preparedness capabilities to safeguard critical environments. The platform is designed to detect cyber threats early, predict potential attacks, and guide security teams on how to respond effectively. To achieve this, SYNAPSE uses three powerful AI tools — explained here in simple terms. First, the platform learns what "normal" looks like within an organisation: how users log in, which files they access, and how devices communicate. When something deviates from this baseline, it raises an alert. Second, another component continuously scans global cybersecurity reports, databases, and open sources. It is like having an AI system that reads every cybersecurity article and threat bulletin worldwide and instantly identifies emerging risks relevant to your organisation. Third, the system connects different warning signals to forecast potential attacks before they fully unfold. It not only detects threats — it also recommends response strategies, helping security teams react faster and more effectively. These systems are currently being validated in real-world environments, including a hydrogen energy station in Germany, Cyprus's National Healthcare System, and a cyber-insurance company in Greece. But building powerful AI is only half the story. Whenever AI is deployed, strong ethical governance is essential. Eunomia Ltd, an Irish company, acts as the ethics and legal partner, ensuring that regulatory compliance, fundamental rights considerations, and trustworthy AI principles are embedded throughout the project lifecycle. Europe's new EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act), which entered into force last year, classifies AI systems depending on the risk they pose for safety and fundamental rights and tailors the level of the intervention to the level of risk. The most regulated systems are the high-risk AI systems, which are those that may significantly affect individuals' safety or fundamental rights. Typical examples include AI used in employment and HR decisions (e.g., CV screening), access to education (e.g., exam scoring), creditworthiness and access to essential services (e.g., loan approvals), migration and border management (e.g., risk profiling), and certain law-enforcement or critical infrastructure uses. This classification triggers strict requirements, including robust risk management systems, human oversight mechanisms, transparency and documentation, technical robustness and accuracy, continuous monitoring and post-deployment evaluation. In parallel, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) continues to regulate how personal data may be processed, including in the context of automated monitoring. While the AI Act does not apply directly to research-stage systems, responsible projects must anticipate these requirements. For this reason, SYNAPSE is being evaluated based on the EU's Assessment List for Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (ALTAI) — a voluntary but influential framework developed by the Euro...

Nog 83 dagen tot het 70e Eurovisie Songfestival in Wenen en Europa draaide dit weekend overuren. Denemarken, Griekenland, Kroatië, Letland en Estland kozen hun inzending, de BBC onthulde haar artiest en ondertussen werd Eurovision on Tour… gecanceld. Ja, echt.Marco en GJ nemen je mee langs alle nieuwe liedjes: Vanilla Ninja wint in Estland met slechts 3% verschil, Denemarken blijft trouw aan de eigen taal, Kroatië kiest voor LELEK en Griekenland scoort kijkcijferrecords. In het VK zorgt LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER voor een opvallende keuze, terwijl Cyprus verwikkeld raakt in videoclips, verkeersboetes en controverse.Daarnaast bespreken we de nieuwe Code of Conduct, het stoppen van Wiwibloggs als blogplatform, de halve finalisten van San Marino (met Nederlandse namen!), het Poolse format-gedoe en alle korte nieuwtjes uit Zweden, Italië, Oostenrijk en België.Het voorrondeseizoen is in volle gang. Sommige keuzes voelen logisch, andere totaal niet en wij praten je erdoorheen.CODES EUROPARTY APPALLE LIEDJES - Z2UHL SEMI 1 - FW8GE SEMI 2 - TRL6A https://europarty.appMarco Dreijer en GJ Kooijman duiken deze week in de wervelende wereld van het Eurovisie Songfestival. Van diepe songanalyses tot sappige showbizzpolitiek.. niets blijft onbesproken. Verwacht bops, drama én duiding. Want achter elk liedje schuilt een artiest met een verhaal.⁠⁠De nieuwe nieuwsbrief? Die heet.. "ESCxistential" en vind je hier https://escxistential.substack.com/Reageren op de uitzendingen? - Dat kan: mail naar info[at]songfestivalpodcast.nlWil je Marco en GJ supporten met het maken van de podcast? Dat kan via https://petjeaf.com/eurovisionpodcast - Het kan eenmalig of op regelmatige basis. En je krijgt er leuke extra's voor terug...Ding-A-Dong is onderdeel van Spraakmaker Media. Interesse in adverteren in deze podcast of een samenwerking? Neem dan contact op met info@spraakmaker.mediaTijdscodes 00:00:00 - 00:02:40 - Intro 02:40:00 - 00:07:59 - Luisteraarsreacties 00:07:59 - 00:17:25- Hoe was je week? 00:17:25 - 00:32:54 - Het Songfestivalnieuws 00:32:54 - 00:36:51 - De Mededelingen 00:36:51 - 00:41:17 - Estland 00:41:17 - 00:42:23 - Too Epic to be True 00:42:23 - 00:47:26 - Estland 2 00:47:26 - 00:55:47 - Denemarken 00:55:47 - 00:56:56 - Før Vi Går Hjem 00:56:56 - 01:01:55 - Denemarken 2 01:01:55 - 01:04:06 - Letland 01:04:06 - 01:05:25 - Ēnā 01:05:25 - 01:08:59 - Letland 2 01:08:59 - 01:13:06 - Kroatië 01:13:06 - 01:14:39 - Andromeda 01:14:39 - 01:17:18 - Kroatië 2 01:17:18 - 01:23:24 - Griekenland 01:23:24 - 01:24:30 - Ferto 01:24:30 - 01:31:29 - Griekenland 2 01:31:29 - 01:34:16 - United Kingdom 01:34:16 - 01:46:09 - Overig nieuws 01:46:09 - 01:48:17 - De Agenda 01:48:17 - 01:49:35 - Winactie, nieuwsbrief & afsluitenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jungian psychoanalyst and developmental psychologist Angeliki Yiassemides, Ph.D. joins us from Nicosia, Cyprus to discuss her decades-long research on the psychology of time, C.G. Jung, and his concept of synchronicity. She is the author of Time and Timelessness: Temporality in the Theory of Carl Jung, and the editor of Time and the Psyche: Jungian Perspectives.

Over the past weeks we've seen some major developments in the region, with Greece stepping into the limelight. These include Greece's announcement that it will send a special battalion to participate in the International Stabilization Force in Gaza, its decision to join the Board of Peace as an observer, and a key briefing hosted by the Eastern Mediterranean Knesset Caucus bringing together legislators and experts from Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and the US. At the same time, we've also seen Greece's defense ties with Israel come under the spotlight as Athens looks to grow its own defense industrial base. Tom Ellis, John Psaropoulos, Gregg Roman, and Endy Zemenides join Thanos Davelis this week as we dig into Greece's decision to be part of the Gaza Stabilization Force and the Board of Peace, deepening Greek-Israeli defense ties, and the challenges and opportunities for the 3+1 partnership between Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and the US. Taking us to our “I am HALC” segment, we're taking a look at one of HALC's emerging leaders and Leadership 2030 fellows, Alexis Nash, exploring how advocacy - on Hellenic issues and in her professional life - has become a key part of her story.  A little more info on our guests: Tom Ellis is the editor in chief of Kathimerini's English Edition. John Psaropoulos is an independent journalist and Al Jazeera's correspondent in southeast Europe. He publishes Hellenica, a weekly deep dive into Greek current affairs and history that you can find on Substack.com. Gregg Roman is executive director of the Middle East Forum. Endy Zemenides is executive director of the Hellenic American Leadership Council. You can support The Greek Current by joining HALC as a member here.

In a big week we go through the results of Greece with Kyriakos, Denmark with Craig, Estonia with Laura plus Latvia and Croatia with. We also discuss the internal selection in Cyprus and UK and share a snippet of our interview with Mileo- the Australia-Norwegian competing in Melodi Grand Prix. Full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rs6WJQO29Mk&feature=youtu.be Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/aussievision

Het begin van Gip's Big Year moest en zou natuurlijk in het Vondelpark zijn. Weet je het nog, de eerste stapjes, Gisbert nog zo groen als gras en als doelsoort de grote bonte specht. Maar ook de halsbandparkiet, de meerkoet en verschillende andere vogels passeerde toen de revue. Nu zal het vast niet anders gaan, maar met het enige verschil dat Arjan ze niet mag aanwijzen. En de doelsoort is ook veranderd en wel een hele bijzondere soort, namelijk Ronnie. Het zal de fanatieke vogelaar niet ontgaan zijn, maar afgelopen winter huist er een roerdomp in het park en laat dat nou ook de lievelingsvogel van Gip zijn. Dus als de cirkel nu niet rond is, weten we het ook niet meer.Partnerships:Vogelbescherming Nederland - Wil je een gratis magazine uit de aflevering? Ga dan naar vogelbescherming.nl/tijdschrift en meld je aan.Vivara - Meer vogels in je tuin? Koop dan nu vogelvoer en vogelhuisjes van onze eigen vogelspotcastlijn en voor je het weet zit je tuin vol vogels. Check vivara.nl/vogelspotcast voor het assortimentSNP - Wil je mee met Arjan en Gip naar Cyprus in september. Wees er dan snel bij. Ga naar SNP CyprusDwaalgasten - Lid worden van de leukste vogelcommunity van Nederland? Word lid van de dwaalgasten via Petje AfLuistervinken - Wil je niks missen van Gip's Big Year? Luister dan ook de extra afleveringen via Petje AfZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you longed to integrate your Christian faith into your patient care—on the mission field abroad, in your work in the US, and during your training? Are you not sure how to do this in a caring, ethical, sensitive, and relevant manner? This “working” session will explore the ethical basis for spiritual care and provide you with professional, timely, and proven practical methods to care for the whole person in the clinical setting. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/qpah9kh1lttg6cm1jjop9/Bob-Mason-Ethics-of-Spiritual-Care-revised.pptx?rlkey=0emve2ja8282nv8xc4uinq1hg&st=9033htwx&dl=0

Prosecutors never summoned key witnesses in the highest-profile case from the Al Jazeera scandal; the attorney general now signals an appeal.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Acts 27 And when it was decided that we should sail for Italy, they delivered Paul and some other prisoners to a centurion of the Augustan Cohort named Julius. 2 And embarking in a ship of Adramyttium, which was about to sail to the ports along the coast of Asia, we put to sea, accompanied by Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica. 3 The next day we put in at Sidon. And Julius treated Paul kindly and gave him leave to go to his friends and be cared for. 4 And putting out to sea from there we sailed under the lee of Cyprus, because the winds were against us. 5 And when we had sailed across the open sea along the coast of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra in Lycia. 6 There the centurion found a ship of Alexandria sailing for Italy and put us on board. 7 We sailed slowly for a number of days and arrived with difficulty off Cnidus, and as the wind did not allow us to go farther, we sailed under the lee of Crete off Salmone. 8 Coasting along it with difficulty, we came to a place called Fair Havens, near which was the city of Lasea. 9 Since much time had passed, and the voyage was now dangerous because even the Fast was already over, Paul advised them, 10 saying, “Sirs, I perceive that the voyage will be with injury and much loss, not only of the cargo and the ship, but also of our lives.” 11 But the centurion paid more attention to the pilot and to the owner of the ship than to what Paul said. 12 And because the harbor was not suitable to spend the winter in, the majority decided to put out to sea from there, on the chance that somehow they could reach Phoenix, a harbor of Crete, facing both southwest and northwest, and spend the winter there. The Storm at Sea 13 Now when the south wind blew gently, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, they weighed anchor and sailed along Crete, close to the shore. 14 But soon a tempestuous wind, called the northeaster, struck down from the land. 15 And when the ship was caught and could not face the wind, we gave way to it and were driven along. 16 Running under the lee of a small island called Cauda, we managed with difficulty to secure the ship's boat. 17 After hoisting it up, they used supports to undergird the ship. Then, fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis, they lowered the gear, and thus they were driven along. 18 Since we were violently storm-tossed, they began the next day to jettison the cargo. 19 And on the third day they threw the ship's tackle overboard with their own hands. 20 When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope of our being saved was at last abandoned. 21 Since they had been without food for a long time, Paul stood up among them and said, “Men, you should have listened to me and not have set sail from Crete and incurred this injury and loss. 22 Yet now I urge you to take heart, for there will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship. 23 For this very night there stood before me an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I worship, 24 and he said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must stand before Caesar. And behold, God has granted you all those who sail with you.' 25 So take heart, men, for I have faith in God that it will be exactly as I have been told. 26 But we must run aground on some island.” 27 When the fourteenth night had come, as we were being driven across the Adriatic Sea, about midnight the sailors suspected that they were nearing land. 28 So they took a sounding and found twenty fathoms.[d] A little farther on they took a sounding again and found fifteen fathoms.29 And fearing that we might run on the rocks, they let down four anchors from the stern and prayed for day to come. 30 And as the sailors were seeking to escape from the ship, and had lowered the ship's boat into the sea under pretense of laying out anchors from the bow, 31 Paul said to the centurion and the soldiers, “Unless these men stay in the ship, you cannot be saved.” 32 Then the soldiers cut away the ropes of the ship's boat and let it go. 33 As day was about to dawn, Paul urged them all to take some food, saying, “Today is the fourteenth day that you have continued in suspense and without food, having taken nothing. 34 Therefore I urge you to take some food. For it will give you strength, for not a hair is to perish from the head of any of you.” 35 And when he had said these things, he took bread, and giving thanks to God in the presence of all he broke it and began to eat. 36 Then they all were encouraged and ate some food themselves. 37 (We were in all 276 persons in the ship.) 38 And when they had eaten enough, they lightened the ship, throwing out the wheat into the sea. The Shipwreck 39 Now when it was day, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a bay with a beach, on which they planned if possible to run the ship ashore. 40 So they cast off the anchors and left them in the sea, at the same time loosening the ropes that tied the rudders. Then hoisting the foresail to the wind they made for the beach. 41 But striking a reef, they ran the vessel aground. The bow stuck and remained immovable, and the stern was being broken up by the surf. 42 The soldiers' plan was to kill the prisoners, lest any should swim away and escape. 43 But the centurion, wishing to save Paul, kept them from carrying out their plan. He ordered those who could swim to jump overboard first and make for the land, 44 and the rest on planks or on pieces of the ship. And so it was that all were brought safely to land.

Lieutenant General Sir Nick Borton was commissioned into the British Army in 1991. Over a 34 year career, he has served in UK, Germany, Belize, Bosnia, Brunei, Cyprus, Iraq and Afghanistan. He has worked in strategy and policy in the UK Ministry of Defence, and commanded at every level from platoon to corps. His most recent appointments included: Commander 16 Air Assault Brigade; Commander 3rd (UK) Division, and Chief of Staff UK Permanent Joint HQ, where he was responsible for the daily running of all UK joint operations globally. His most recent appointment was command of the NATO Allied Rapid Reaction Corps, UK's senior field formation, focused on NATO deterrence in Europe. He was awarded the MBE in 2002, the Distinguished Service Order for commanding his Battalion in Helmand, Afghanistan in 2008, and was appointed Knight Commander of The Order of the Bath in the 2023 King's Birthday Honours. He is a graduate of: University of Stirling; Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Cranfield University; Joint Services Command and Staff College; National Defence University Washington DC, and is a Distinguished Fellow of the Royal United Services Institute. On leaving the Army, he has pursued various strategic advisory, board and business roles and is a NATO Senior Mentor. He is married to Amanda, and they have two daughters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Acts 13: The Mission Begins In this study of Acts 13 with Michael Taliercio, we witness a major turning point in the early church as the Holy Spirit sets apart Barnabas and Saul for their first missionary journey. Key Highlights: Power & Name Change: Paul confronts the magician Elymas in Cyprus, witnessing the conversion of Proconsul Sergius Paulus. Michael shares Augustine's insight on why Saul began using the name Paul to commemorate this victory. The Message of Justification: In Antioch of Pisidia, Paul delivers a landmark sermon proving Jesus is the fulfillment of Israel's history. He proclaims that through Jesus, we are justified from everything the Law of Moses could not provide. Light to the Gentiles: Faced with jealousy and rejection from religious leaders, the apostles boldly turn to the Gentiles, fulfilling the call to bring salvation to the ends of the earth. Despite persecution, the chapter ends with a powerful reminder: the disciples were filled with joy and the Holy Spirit.

Music and news from Cyprus and Greece.

Ever heard of the names "Finikou" or "Pastirou?" Neither have I! In this bonus clip from episode 31 on "Cyprus in the Great War: The Cypriot Mule Corps with Andrekos Varnava," Andrekos helps me work through the enlistment data from my grandparents' villages. We discuss Cypriot naming conventions and the frustrating dearth of data based on the inconsistent record keeping and the unusual Cypriot names from the period in a lighthearted discussion. Enjoy! Some of the roll call can be found in Andrekos' book, "Serving the Empire in the Great War."* **https://www.amazon.ca/Serving-empire-Great-War-imperial/dp/1526103699/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

We warmly welcome you to join from Cyprus, Missionary Braden Reeves in this Sunday morning message!

In this episode of the Eurovision Showcase, Ciaran Urry-Tuttiett brings you the newest songs from the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, with fresh entries from Cyprus, Estonia, Denmark and Latvia. Also in the show: Eurovision news, Rob's Random Request, and a Live & Kicking track. Thanks for listening!

Staunchly allied with Turkey, Somalia has become a flashpoint in Turkey's rivalry with Israel. Ankara recently deployed fighter jets to Mogadishu in the latest signal that it is determined to protect its strategic interests in the Horn of Africa after Israel recognised the breakaway region of Somaliland. In a conspicuous display of military strength, Turkish F-16 fighter jets roared over the Somali capital, Mogadishu, in late January. According to Turkish officials, the deployment was aimed at protecting Turkish interests and supporting Somali efforts to counter an insurgency by the radical Islamist group al-Shabaab.  It follows Israel's recognition of Somaliland in December, which Ankara condemned as a threat to Somalia's territorial integrity. Turkish international relations expert Soli Ozel said the jets send a message to Israel: "Don't mess with our interests here." Somalia is poised to become the latest point of tension between the countries, he predicts. "I don't think they will fight, but they are both showing their colours. Israel's recognition of Somaliland and the Turks sending F-16s and drones are attempts to set limits to what the other party can do," he said. "Could it get out of hand? I don't know. It may." The risky calculations behind Israel's recognition of Somaliland Mutual suspicion The episode reflects broader strains in Israeli-Turkish relations, which remain fraught over Ankara's support of Hamas and Israel's war in Gaza. "It's a new chapter in the competition between the two countries, which are now the dominant military powers in the Middle East," said Norman Ricklefs, CEO of geopolitical consultancy Namea Group. According to Gallia Lindenstrauss, an Israeli foreign policy specialist at the Institute for National Security Studies in Tel Aviv, Israel is not seeking to challenge the interests of Turkey or Somalia. Instead, she argues Israel's recognition of Somaliland and its commitment to deepening cooperation are motivated by the breakaway's state strategic location facing Yemen, where Houthi rebels launched attacks against Israeli cities last year. "The Houthis were the last ones who were still launching missiles against Israel, from the Iranian proxies. This is the most major threat for Israel," she said.  However, Lindenstrauss acknowledges that both sides increasingly view each other's actions with suspicion. "What Israel sees as defence, Turkey sees as something against Ankara." Rival blocs Turkey's suspicions could grow if Israel deploys military hardware in Somaliland to counter threats from Yemen, a move an anonymous Israeli expert suggested is Israel's aim. Ricklefs warns Israel needs to tread carefully, given the significant investments Turkey had made in Somalia over the past 15 years. Turkey has its largest overseas military base and embassy in Somalia, while Ankara has signed agreements with Mogadishu to explore potential energy reserves, as well as a naval accord. "Turkey is running the [Mogadishu] port, counterterrorism training, charities, NGOs, and all that kind of stuff. So it appears very important to Turkey's regional strategic ambitions," said Ricklefs. He noted that Somalia's location on the Horn of Africa, with coastlines in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean, makes it "key for regional influence". With Somalia naval deal, Turkey steers into strategic but volatile region Lindenstrauss observed that the Turkish-Israeli rivalry over Somalia is further complicated by the emergence of two competing axes: "On the one hand, you see Greece, Cyprus, Israel, the UAE. On the other hand, you see Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt and Qatar," she explained.   "They are loose axes, but you do see that on many issues, these two axes think differently. And that's also a cause of the rising tensions." Ricklefs noted that tensions have already spilled over into confrontation elsewhere. “We've already seen the pretty strong competition leading to violence in Libya, between blocs aligned with the Emirates and, on the other side, blocs aligned with Turkey in Libya," he said. As for whether the same could happen in Somalia, Ricklefs said he doesn't believe the situation has yet reached that point.  "I don't think we're there just yet with Somaliland and Somalia," he said. "And frankly, the only party that can play a mediating role, a conflict-reducing role, in this situation is the United States."

Beginnen bij het begin. We doen als mens niet anders. Soms is het goed om een stapje terug nemen, om alles weer even op een rijtje te zetten en te herijken. Maar natuurlijk begin je niet zoals je ooit begon. Je bent heb ondertussen een hoop dingen meegemaakt, hebt fouten gemaakt, gelachen, gehuild en vast veel geleerd. Zo ook Gip. Ruim vijf jaar geleden zijn we met de Vogelspotcast begonnen en hebben de jongens meer dan 270 soorten gezien en vele avonturen meegemaakt. Maar toch knaagt er iets. Gip is er achter gekomen dat hij nog niet echt zelfstandig kan vogelen. In de figuurlijke zijspan aangehaakt bij Arjan is er enorm veel gezien en gehoord, maar echt zelf ontdekt niet echt. Dus hebben we besloten het roer om te gooien. Het is tijd dat Gip zelfstandig gaat vogelen en een eigen lijst begint. En daar heeft Arjan het perfecte plan voor... Benieuwd? Luister de eerste podcast waar we tegen alle tradities in een indoor podcast maken. Want tja, plannen maak je toch aan de tekentafel. Deze podcast is mede mogelijk gemaakt door: Vogelbescherming Nederland - Wil je een gratis magazine uit de aflevering? Ga dan naar vogelbescherming.nl/tijdschrift en meld je aan.Vivara - Meer vogels in je tuin? Koop dan nu vogelvoer en vogelhuisjes van onze eigen vogelspotcastlijn en voor je het weet zit je tuin vol vogels. Check vivara.nl/vogelspotcast voor het assortimentSprinkl - Wil jij ook een mooie haag in de tuin waar alle vogels op af komen? Bestel deze dan nu bij sprinklr.co/products/tuiny-haag en krijg het 4 maart geleverd. SNP - Wil je mee met Arjan en Gip naar Cyprus in september. Wees er dan snel bij. Ga naar SNP Cyprus Dwaalgasten - Lid worden van de leukste vogelcommunity van Nederland? Word lid van de dwaalgasten via Petje Af Luistervinken - Wil je niks missen van Gip's Big Year? Luister dan ook de extra afleveringen via Petje Af Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Those who hope to honor God and advance Jesus' Kingdom face powerful opposition from spiritual, physical, and psychological enemies. Successful launching and long term fruitfulness depends on recognizing and, in dependence on the Holy Spirit, waging war against those enemies.

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Adonis Aletras is a long-time TAXI member and successful composer who lives on the island of Cyprus, several thousand miles away from the United States. But being thousands of miles away from the epicenter of the U.S. sync market hasn't been an issue for him! As a matter of fact, he's repeatedly told me, “If I can succeed at this from a tiny island nation in the Mediterranean, I think anybody from anywhere can do it as well.” I recently asked Adonis what he'd like to discuss on this episode of TAXI TV, and his answer was immediate: “Let's talk about what composers and artists can do to make editors want to use their music more often!” I've been talking about the “usability” factor when creating music for sync licensing for years, so I was excited that he suggested that topic! Please join Aletras and me for this frank and informative conversation that could help you succeed as well!

Cyprus charges 5% tax on foreign pensions, Italy and Greece charge 7%, and 29 countries charge absolutely nothing. In this video, we break down every country where your pension faces taxation below 10% and the requirements to qualify. Whether you're planning retirement in the EU or considering 0% tax territorial jurisdictions in Latin America, Asia, or the Middle East, this is the most complete guide to low-tax retirement destinations in 2026.Read the full article "Countries Where Your Pension Gets Taxed at 10% or Less" here.

Acts 11:19-30 (ESV) 19 Now those who were scattered because of the persecution that arose over Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia and Cyprus and Antioch, speaking the word to no one except Jews. 20 But there were some of them, men of Cyprus and Cyrene, who on coming to Antioch spoke to the Hellenists […] The post What Do People Call You? (Acts 11:19-30) first appeared on Hope of Christ Church.

A meeting between the leaders of Greece and Turkey next week seeks to rejuvenate a stalled rapprochement process between the neighbouring countries, amid growing tensions and fears of an unpredictable intervention by US President Donald Trump. Wednesday's meeting in Ankara between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is the latest in a series aimed at improving relations. It stems from the 2023 Athens Declaration, a formal statement of friendship that led to better economic cooperation and a cooling of military tensions over the disputed Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean Seas. Mitsotakis's visit comes at a critical time for the process. “I think it's very important, the meeting has been postponed twice in the past,” says former Greek foreign ministry advisor Panayotis Ioakimidis, who now teaches at the University of Athens. “There are some people within the [Greek] governing party, and outside it, who have serious reservations about improving or even talking about relations with Turkey,” he notes. “So it's very important for the meeting to happen, to keep cooperation going; otherwise, relations risk sliding into conflict.” Claims on the Aegean The talks come as tensions over the Aegean Sea – believed to have vast untapped energy reserves – are on the rise. In January, the Greek foreign minister, George Gerapetritis, announced Greece's intent to exercise its right under international law to extend its territorial waters in the Aegean from six to 12 nautical miles, to create a marine park. Erdogan is expected to remind his Greek counterpart that any extension of territorial waters is a red line for Turkey. “Mitsotakis will get some lectures in Ankara,” predicts international relations professor Huseyin Bagci of Ankara's Middle East Technical University. In 1995, the Turkish parliament passed a motion declaring that Greece unilaterally extending its waters beyond six miles was a casus belli – cause for war. “Twelve miles [of] territorial waters for Greece means the Turkish ships cannot go one kilometre outside of Turkish territory. Turkey cannot accept this,” says Bagci. In response, Athens is using Greece's European Union veto to prevent Turkey from joining the EU's SAFE defence procurement programme until Turkey withdraws its threat of war. Turkey and Egypt's joint naval drill signals shifting Eastern Med alliances Alliance with Israel Adding to tensions, last December Greece and Cyprus signed a series of defence agreements with one of Turkey's fiercest rivals – Israel. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan accused Israel of seeking to encircle Turkey, while Turkish media dubbed it an “axis of evil”. Mitsotakis is expected to try to allay such concerns during his visit to Ankara. “The Greek side thinks it can separate these issues and keep them quite separate from the bilateral issues between Greece and Turkey,” says Ioakimidis. “But it's a very likely scenario to take the countries into very dangerous waters.” Israel's military support of Greece is to blame for Athens' more assertive stance in the Aegean, argues Murat Aslan of the Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research, a Turkish pro-government think tank. He says that Greece acts more boldly when backed by others: “Once they enjoy the support of another, material or narrative, they are much more courageous to challenge.” If Greece maintains this approach, Aslan suggests, Turkey will likely go back to increasing its military activity. Prior to recent attempts at rapprochement, Turkish and Greek warplanes often challenged each another in mock dogfights in the disputed airspace over the Aegean. Turkey flexes naval muscles as neighbours fear escalating arms race Trump effect However, Trump could provide an impetus to contain tensions. With the American ambassador to Greece announcing this week that the US president will visit Athens, both Erdogan and Mitsotakis will be wary of Trump's involvement in their bilateral affairs. “I think both countries are concerned about this destabilisation to the international order that the Trump administration has brought,” says Ioannis Grigoriadis of Ankara's Bilkent University, a specialist in Greek-Turkish relations. “It may be a strong incentive for both sides to declare that things are OK, so let's keep Trump's intervention away from Turkish-Greek relations. I don't think that any side would like that to happen, given the circumstances and the unpredictability of such an intervention.” Wednesday's meeting is set to emphasise the economic benefits of rapprochement and regional cooperation. However, amid persistent Aegean tensions and Turkey's concerns over Israel's role, expectations for progress remain low.

Greece and Cyprus took center stage this week in Washington, DC, as HALC, the Delphi Economic Forum, and Kathimerini's english edition once again brought top officials and leading experts together to highlight the important role both countries are playing in the Eastern Mediterranean, and the major opportunities - and challenges - ahead for Greece, Cyprus and the US. A few of the headline attendees included Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos and Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias, who engaged with leading think tanks, members of Congress, and US officials.Lena Argiri, Nik Nanos, and Vassilis Nedos join Thanos Davelis this week as we give you an inside look at what took place in DC, break down what the Greek brand is today and how to strengthen it, and shift to the Aegean where we explore how the 30 year anniversary of the Imia crisis still impacts Greek-Turkish relations.Taking us to our “I am HALC” segment, we're putting the spotlight on Dimitri Eliopoulos, the CEO of Curi Capital and a national leader in finance and wealth management.You can support The Greek Current by joining HALC as a member here.

Paul finishes his sermon on Cyprus. He says that everyone who believes will be justified. What does that mean? Let's find out together as we read Acts 13:26-41 and Isaiah 55.

And so Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus; but Paul chose Silas and departed, being 5commended by the brethren to the grace of God. [1 hour]

Medical missionaries often feel powerful emotional burden from moral injury, and it is a leading cause of departure from the mission field. But we have learned proven methods of preventing and dealing with moral injury. Use God’s powerful methods to protect yourself and your team, and to grow in wisdom and spirit!

Ever felt like you're building an empire on an island, carrying the entire mental load of your business while wondering why there isn't a roadmap for women like you? Scaling to the top of this industry requires more than just strategy; it requires the grit to go first and the heart to bring others with you.In this episode, I'm joined by the legendary Lisa Roads, a trailblazer who grew a UK property portfolio into a powerhouse managing over 175 luxury villas in Cyprus, all while pioneering a movement for women in hospitality.We talk about:How Lisa spotted a gap in the Cyprus market and scaled to 175+ luxury units before the industry had a manual.The raw reality of the loneliness and lack of support that often comes with rapid growth.Why Lisa is dedicated to solving the representation crisis and lifting the "unique burdens" women face in property management.The essential boundaries you must set to ensure your business doesn't consume your life.But this isn't just about property counts or profit margins. It's about reclaiming the narrative of the female entrepreneur. You'll hear why true success isn't just about the daring leaps you take for yourself, but about the space you carve out for others to be heard, supported, and celebrated.If you've ever felt the weight of being the "only one" in the room or are ready to scale a business that aligns with your deepest values, this conversation is your blueprint. Get ready to move beyond the grind and start leading with legacy.HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS:[01:01] A short introduction about our guests Lisa Roads, and shares her journey from long-term investor to industry leader while explaining her mission to elevate and support women in the short-term rental space[05:31] Lisa Rhodes and I reflect on the power of women-centered communities to build confidence, visibility, and leadership in short-term rental businesses [11:38] Lisa shares the realities of scaling a property management business to 175 high-performing properties by prioritizing alignment, systems, and long-term profitability [14:22] Lisa emphasizes the importance of intentional, systems-driven growth over chasing door count and scaling chaos in large property management portfolios[16:29] How intentionally defining the ideal guest, designing for that audience, and building strategic partnerships allowed Lisa to create demand in an undeveloped short-term rental market [18:11] Lisa on creating high-trust travel agent partnerships and the operational systems that made them scalable [20:51] Lisa explains how she built custom systems to manage bookings, property operations, and service delivery in a market without established short-term rental technology[22:31] How building a support network was essential to managing the invisible mental load of running a business and caring for family[25:50] Lisa emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, protecting mental and physical health, and intentionally scheduling downtime to prevent burnout as an entrepreneur[29:19] Lisa reflects on growing up in an entrepreneurial, nomadic family, and emphasizes the importance of self-belief and having a solid...

Ever heard of a band that traveled to Egypt on a Goethe Institute tour, recorded street sounds in Cairo bazaars, then came home to Berlin and created one of the most mind-bending krautrock albums of the '70s? This week, we're digging into Malesch by Agitation Free—a 1972 experimental masterpiece that won our listener poll despite none of us having ever heard it before. This is pure discovery territory.In this episode, we explore how a Berlin rock band named themselves after playing a free show, lost their drummer to Tangerine Dream, then embarked on a two-week Middle Eastern tour that changed everything. Armed with field recorders and cutting-edge EMS Synthi A synthesizers, Agitation Free created an album that sounds simultaneously prehistoric and futuristic—cosmic krautrock fused with Egyptian street recordings, primal percussion, and space-age electronics.We discuss what makes Malesch so challenging yet compelling: the lack of traditional song structures, the subtle integration of Middle Eastern influences without clichés, the innovative use of early synth technology, and why this album works better as immersive background music than active listening. Is this metal? Barely. Is it original? Absolutely. Does it connect to modern bands like Blood Incantation? More than you'd think.If you love Tangerine Dream, Can, Cluster, early Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead jams, or experimental krautrock that defies easy categorization, this episode is for you.Episode Highlights0:00 – Intro & Poll Results – How an obscure 1972 krautrock album beat out Humble Pie for our January 70s poll4:32 – Band History – From “Agitation” to “Agitation Free” and the Tangerine Dream connection6:10 – The Middle East Tour – Goethe Institute sponsorship, field recordings in Egypt, Lebanon, Cyprus, and Greece9:21 – “You Play For Us Today” – Opening the album with phrases captured from a Middle East Airlines pilot13:17 – What Works – Atmospheric mood-setting, early synth innovation, and why this sounds like nothing else from 197219:00 – “Pulse” – The buzzing, bee-like synthesizer showcase that's both annoying and mesmerizing21:10 – Krautrock Context – How German post-war youth created experimental music that influenced decades of rock22:26 – The Blood Incantation Connection – Modern death metal's surprising embrace of ambient krautrock24:03 – The Jandek Tangent – Why Malesch is challenging but not that challenging28:05 – What Doesn't Work – Fragmented structure, lack of consistent grooves, and the “convincing metalheads this is metal” challenge30:39 – “Malesch” – The eight-minute title track that's the album's most mesmerizing moment34:01 – Final Ratings – Worthy Album vs. Decent Single debate37:40 – Band Legacy – Still active in 2023, Christopher Franke's Tangerine Dream career, and the Vertigo swirl label collectibilityJoin the Metal Union! Become a Patreon member at digmeoutpodcast.com to vote on future albums, access bonus episodes, and join our private Discord community. Visit dmounion.com to keep the metal ad-free and make the next episode happen.Explore more 70s and 80s metal deep cuts, forgotten krautrock gems, and underrated progressive rock classics. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts and follow us for weekly episodes covering everything from Humble Pie to Agitation Free—the albums you know and the ones you've never heard of.#AgitationFree #Malesch #Krautrock #GermanRock #1970sRock #ExperimentalRock #ProgRock #TangerineDream #VertigoRecords #DigMeOut #MetalPodcast #70sMetal #KrautrockClassics #PsychedelicRock #EMSSynthiA #MiddleEasternRock #CultClassics #ObscureAlbums This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.digmeoutpodcast.com/subscribe

In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou teaches that instead of being afraid of physical dangers, believers should strengthen their trust in God and the saints, because true safety comes from faith and participating in the Church.This English translation of the sermon of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios. The sermon was delivered on 26 October 2020 at the Divine Liturgy on the feast of Saint Demetrios the Myrrh-Streamer, held at the patronal church dedicated to the saint in the community of Saint Dimitrios in Marathasa under the Metropolis of Morphou, Cyprus.

Support the Podcast! Nominate The History of Cyprus Podcast for the 2026 CYDIA Award: https://www.cyprusdiasporaforum.com/nominate  Cypro-Minoan is an undeciphered syllabic script in use during the Late Bronze Age, offering a rare glimpse into a local writing tradition at the crossroads of Aegean, Levantine, and Anatolian exchange. In this episode, Cassandra Donnelly breaks down what we do know about Cypro-Minoan—from its discovery and visual features to its possible uses in trade and identity. We explore the difference between script and language, discuss the curious appearance of single-sign texts, and examine how writing may have been taught “on the job” by merchants rather than in scribal schools. Donnelly explains how the writing system's survival during the broader Bronze Age collapse reveals something unique about Cyprus' decentralized social structure. We also dig into how early 20th-century archaeological ideologies shaped assumptions about ethnicity and literacy on the island. 

If you find FreshEd a valuable education resource, please consider becoming a member by visiting freshedpodcast.com/support. -- Today we explore peace education as a form of global citizenship education in universities in divided settings. My guest, Kevin Kester, travelled to China/Taiwan, Cyprus, Korea, and Somalia/Somaliland to understand if peace as a form of global citizenship can be taught in universities where legacies of war, division, and colonialism remain deeply rooted. Kevin Kester is an Associate Professor of Comparative International Education and Peace/Development Studies at Seoul National University (서울대학교) and director of the Education, Conflict and Peace Lab. His latest article is entitled “Peace education as a form of global citizenship education in universities in divided settings: challenges and prospects” which was published in Discourse: Studies in the Cultural Politics of Education. freshedpodcast.com/kester/ -- Get in touch! LinkedIn: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

Our inheritance tracks this week come from the musician and broadcaster Mika, who is back out on tour with his latest album Hyperlove. Mika was born in Lebanon, and raised in Cyprus, Paris and London, all of which feed into his intriguing new album and makes for a fascinating edition of Inheritance Tracks. Inherited: Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana Passing on: Pata Pata by Miriam MakebaProducer: Ben Mitchell

What if the clearest next step is simply to go—without a map, a timeline, or a promise of applause? We take you to Antioch, where an unglamorous team of teachers and prophets fasts, prays, and hears the Spirit say just seven disruptive words: “Set apart Barnabas and Saul for the work.” No itinerary. No metrics. Just obedience. That choice launches a shift from reaction to persecution toward intentional mission, and it challenges our modern reflex to measure faithfulness by momentum.As the journey reaches Cyprus, we meet Bar-Jesus, a polished insider who speaks fluent faith while quietly bending truth around power. Luke's insight cuts deep: resistance to God's work often comes as subtle redirection, not open hostility. Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, confronts with clarity, and the result isn't spectacle for its own sake. The governor believes not because of a dramatic sign, but because he is astonished at the teaching about the Lord. Signs may expose deception; teaching forms faith that lasts. Along the way, we explore why posture beats strategy, why availability matters more than outcomes, and how discernment helps us navigate half-truths delivered with confidence.We don't tie a bow on the story. Luke refuses tidy endings, and that's the point. The earliest church was formed in the discomfort of the unfinished—trusting God when clarity was scarce and applause absent. That pattern still holds: ordinary conversations about Jesus, generosity without recognition, staying put in hard places, and praying more when the Spirit speaks. Communion reframes our expectations too: the cross looked like failure before it became victory. Trust comes before understanding, and the “best” God intends may pass through pain before it bears fruit. If your story feels unresolved, you are not off course. You might be right where the Spirit leads.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs courage for the next faithful step, and leave a review to help others find these conversations.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website.Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.

Since its announcement, President Trump's “Board of Peace” has made a number of headlines, and many in the region are asking if it can live up to its name, especially when it comes to the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. As the President talks peace, he's also raising the temperature with Iran, with a US aircraft carrier and warships approaching the region. More alarming however, is what seems to be an abandonment of Syria's Kurds and the message it sends not just to America's partners and allies, but to minorities in the region.Thanos Davelis is joined by experts Aaron David Miller, Nadine Maenza, Sinan Ciddi, and Michael Rubin as we try to make sense of what's going on in a region of particular importance to Greece and Cyprus. Taking us to our “I am HALC” segment, this week we are dedicating it to the life and legacy of a giant in the Greek-American community, John Marks, who passed away this month. He was a man who not only poured himself into Greek causes, but helped build the community that we all cherish.You can support The Greek Current by joining HALC as member here.

As president of The Recording Academy, which organises the Grammy Awards, Panos A. Panay is grappling with how artificial intelligence and streaming is transforming the music industry, often at the expense of artists. A former agent who worked with the likes of Leonard Cohen and Nina Simone, Panos tells Amol about his love of music and how that led to him becoming one of the most influential figures in the industry. And against the backdrop of record-breaking tours from Beyonce and Taylor Swift, he reflects on why the next generation of artists like Sabrina Carpenter are forging real connections with audiences through live performances. (00:04:16) What is the Recording Academy? (00:05:17) How did he want to change the Academy as president? (00:07:10) Finding his love for music growing up in Cyprus (00:10:39) Panos' career in the music industry (00:17:01) What does an agent look for in an artist in 2000 vs 2026? (00:22:19) Are artists being unfairly paid by music streaming companies? (00:25:55) How do you get a better deal for artists? (00:27:45) The threat of AI to the music industry (00:33:11) Panos' RADICAL ideas (00:37:32) The rise of live music (00:39:20) The popularity of music in different languages (00:45:51) Amol's Reflections GET IN TOUCH * WhatsApp: 0330 123 9480 * Email: radical@bbc.co.uk Episodes of Radical with Amol Rajan are released every Thursday and you can also watch them on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m002f1d0/radical-with-amol-rajan Amol Rajan is a presenter of the Today programme on BBC Radio 4. He is also the host of University Challenge on BBC One. Before that, Amol was media editor at the BBC and editor at The Independent. Radical with Amol Rajan is a Today Podcast. It was made by Lewis Vickers with Anna Budd. Digital production was by Gabriel Purcell-Davis. Technical production was by Dave O'Neill. The editor is Sam Bonham. The executive producer is Owenna Griffiths.

Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic, as Arthur C. Clarke put it. In that spirit, the way we get closest to “magic” in physics is not by memorizing more facts or equations, but by learning a few mental tools that help us see through the illusion of complexity by extracting the wheat from the chaff. They are all simple at heart, but nevertheless quite powerful, and they form the core of what I call the Gestalt of Physics—the worldview that governs how physicists approach nature. And some of them can actually seem like magic to the uninitiated! I'm also pleased to share a quick PSA. We're organizing our next Origins travel adventure: a sailing expedition through the Greek archipelago (July 24 to 31) with bestselling author and Biblical and ancient civilization scholar Bart Ehrman and me, with a possible Cyprus add-on (July 18 to 23). If you're interested, it's worth raising your hand early. These trips tend to fill quickly. Express interest at http://originsproject.org/greece-2026In Lecture 1, I used powers of ten as an intellectual zoom lens, a way to escape the trap of human scale. Lecture 2 steps back and asks a more fundamental question: how do physicists consistently make progress when the world looks hopelessly complicated?This lecture focuses on the fundamental toolkit for seeing. We will use these tools throughout the series, because they are the difference between being dazzled by nature and being able to interrogate it, and ultimately understand it.First, order of magnitude thinking, the art of using powers of ten and rough estimates. It is how you keep your intuition tethered to reality, and how you avoid being bullied by big numbers dressed up with false precision.Second, approximation, which is where I introduce my super cow. It is not only a spherical cow. It's better. My super cow has exactly the features we need for the question at hand, no more, no less, and it politely agrees to ignore everything irrelevant. I introduce it with a joke, but it is also the core of how we turn messy reality into something we can actually calculate without lying to ourselves.Third, dimensional analysis, one of the great bargains in science. The fact that there are essentially only 3 fundamental ‘dimensional' quantities describing nature—Length, Time, and Mass—means that all physical quantities can be related to other physical quantities through a small set of relations. Keeping track of dimensions allows us to often guess what the relations are, without knowing any details of specific physical situations. It seems like magic. By keeping track of the dimensions underlying quantities, you can often infer the form of an answer and you can catch nonsense instantly. Sometimes the most important result is realizing something cannot be right, because that is where new physics likes to hide.Along the way I adopt some Fermi style challenges—named after the remarkable physicist Enrico Fermi—to show how these ideas work in real time, and why they are not parlor tricks. They provide a training in scientific judgment. I also end with a preview of what comes next, symmetry, a concept that quietly runs far more of the universe than most people realize.Enjoy, and feel free to share.LawrenceAs always, an ad-free video version of this podcast is also available to paid Critical Mass subscribers. Your subscriptions support the non-profit Origins Project Foundation, which produces the podcast. The audio version is available free on the Critical Mass site and on all podcast sites, and the video version will also be available on the Origins Project YouTube. Get full access to Critical Mass at lawrencekrauss.substack.com/subscribe

On this special podcast, Harry Symeou travels to his beloved Cyprus to tell the story of Pafos FC's rise to prominence on the Island and journey into the UEFA Champions League. We visit Nicosia to speak to Cypriot sports presenter Andrea Kafa and lifelong Pafos fan & TV personality Michalis Sofokleous. Then it was time to head down to Pafos where Harry sat down with the club's CEO Haris Theoharous and goalkeeper Neofytos Michail. To sign up as a Patreon, get additional episodes, ad-free episodes and become a part of our discord server, click the link below. https://patreon.com/thechroniclesofagooner?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Enter the code 'JANUARYSALE' to get 25% off your first month's membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"The ultimate goal is to make cat welfare and population management so normal, so embedded in our communities, that it's simply what a community does." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund, The Animal Rights Foundation, and The Underfoot Podcast. In this insightful follow-up to episode 605, Stacy LeBaron welcomes back global animal welfare strategist Harry Eckman, who shares groundbreaking findings from an ambitious five-country research initiative on cat population management. Funded by the Bates Global Enablers Grant and spearheaded by International Cat Care, the project explores the cat welfare landscapes of Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Australia, and the UK—identifying challenges, public perceptions, and innovative strategies tailored to each country. Harry delves into what makes this research unique: over 120 in-depth stakeholder interviews, public opinion surveys, and detailed country reports culminating in two critical resources—a foundational 18-month strategy and a visionary 10-year framework. With an upstream-thinking approach, he emphasizes aligning communities, funders, and policymakers under shared goals, whether on a city block or a national level. From addressing cat stigmatization in Australia to proposing a model project in Cyprus, Harry's holistic, data-driven approach provides a roadmap for turning compassion into coordinated, sustainable action. Whether you're managing a colony or planning municipal policies, this episode will inspire you to think bigger—and upstream—about community cat care. Press Play Now For: The difference between treating cat population symptoms vs. root causes Key findings from five countries and how cultural context shapes cat welfare How to use a "community cat needs assessment" to create localized strategies Insights on why Australia's media portrayal of cats matters What makes Portugal a model for progress—and why Cyprus needs proof-of-concept projects Why long-term thinking is essential for sustainable TNR efforts How Singapore is innovating spay/neuter solutions at scale The power of inclusive frameworks that serve both rescuers and policymakers Resources & Links: International Cat Care's Website ICAM Conference – Cat Management in the Urban City State of Singapore Previous episode with Harry Eckman: Episode 605 – Managing Cat Populations: A Global Perspective Harry Eckman on LinkedIn Harry's Published Research on Cat & Dog Welfare in Portugal

SHOW 1-5-26 THE SHOW BEGINS IN DOUBTS ABOUT VENEZUELA, NIGERIA, SYRIA, RUSSIA, CHINA 1936 KENYA 1. NIGERIA AIRSTRIKE AND THE JIHADIST SHIFT Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown Edmund Fitton-Brown analyzes a US airstrike against ISIS in Nigeria, discussing the growing jihadist threat in West Africa's "ungoverned spaces." He highlights a strategic shift where African juntas reject Western support for Russian mercenaries, who offer security without governance conditions, inadvertently boosting local support for Al-Qaeda coalitions like JNIM,,. 2. EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN ALLIANCE VS. TURKEY Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown Fitton-Brown examines the cooperation between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel as a necessary pushback against Turkish President Erdogan's neo-Ottoman expansionism. He argues Erdogan's aggressive rhetoric regarding Jerusalem and maritime claims threatens regional stability, necessitating a unified defense from these democracies to counter Turkish overreach in the Mediterranean,. 3. CHINA'S OIL LOSS IN VENEZUELA Guest: Gordon Chang and Charles Burton The guests discuss how the US removal of Maduro disrupts China's oil supply, leaving Beijing with billions in unpaid debt. They note that Chinese military equipment failed to detect the US operation, embarrassing Beijing. Burton suggests Canada faces a difficult choice between aligning with US hemispheric security or appeasing China,,. 4. 2026: A HOLLOW SUPERPOWER Guest: Gordon Chang and Charles Burton Chang and Burton speculate that the US operation in Venezuela exposes China's inability to protect its allies, making Beijing appear "hollow." Chang argues this weakens China's threat against Taiwan, while Burton suggests that with China's economy failing and its allies collapsing, the regime faces internal instability and a loss of global prestige,. 5. SECTARIAN WARFARE IN SYRIA Guest: Akmed Sharawari Akmed Sharawari reports on escalating violence between Syria's Alawite minority and the central government led by former jihadist Al-Shara. He explains that regime remnants and Russian influence are fueling Alawite defiance, while Druze and Kurdish factions also resist integration, complicating US hopes for a stable, unified post-Assad state,,. 6. WESTERN AIRSTRIKES ON ISIS Guest: Akmed Sharawari Sharawari discusses recent British and French airstrikes against ISIS weapons caches in Syria. He notes that despite opposing the central government, ISIS remains a universal threat. The chaos following the Assad regime's fall has allowed ISIS cells to regroup in urban areas, necessitating Western intervention to destroy their stolen arsenals,. 7. HEZBOLLAH'S LATIN AMERICAN FINANCING Guest: David Daoud David Daoud details Hezbollah's deep entrenchment in Venezuela, used to challenge US hegemony. He explains how the group exploits Latin American networks, illicit trade, and legitimate business fronts within expatriate communities to generate essential funding, compensating for losses in Lebanon and serving Iran's broader strategy in the Western Hemisphere,. 8. LEBANESE ARMY COLLUSION Guest: David Daoud Daoud highlights the compromised nature of the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), citing a recent incident where an LAF soldier killed alongside Hezbollah members received a joint funeral. He argues this collusion makes the LAF an untrustworthy partner for Israel, as sectarian loyalties often supersede national duty, leading to dangerous intelligence leaks,. 9. THE FALL OF MADURO Guest: Alejandro Peña Esclusa and Ernesto Araújo Alejandro Peña Esclusa celebrates the swift US capture of Maduro as Venezuela's liberation. He argues Vice President Delcy Rodriguez must now dismantle the "Cartel of the Suns" to avoid Maduro's fate. Ernesto Araújo frames this as a decisive victory for freedom, forcing a choice between democracy and criminal syndicates,,. 10. US DEMANDS: TERRORISTS OUT Guest: Alejandro Peña Esclusa Peña Esclusa supports US demands for Iran, Hezbollah, and the ELN to be expelled from Venezuela, asserting the population shares these desires. He characterizes Maduro as a drug lord and a threat to Western security, criticizing European leftists who condemn the operation for failing to recognize the regime's criminal nature. 11. PANIC AMONG THE LATIN LEFT Guest: Alejandro Peña Esclusa and Ernesto Araújo Ernesto Araújo explains that leftist leaders like Lula and Petro fear the US action against Maduro because their power structures share similar corruption. Peña Esclusa adds that Colombian President Petro is terrified because his campaign was funded by Venezuelan drug money, making him vulnerable to the exposure of these secrets,. 12. THE RIGHTWARD SHIFT IN ELECTIONS Guest: Alejandro Peña Esclusa and Ernesto Araújo Araújo predicts the US action in Venezuela will energize the Latin American right, specifically boosting the Bolsonaro movement in Brazil. Peña Esclusa forecasts electoral defeats for the left in Costa Rica, Peru, and Colombia, arguing the region is turning away from narco-socialism toward US-aligned conservative leadership,. 13. RUSSIA'S MAXIMALIST DEMANDS Guest: John Hardie John Hardie outlines Russia's unyielding demands for peace, including territorial concessions and barring Ukraine from NATO. He notes that while Zelensky is nearing agreement with the West on security guarantees, the gap with Russia remains wide. Hardie urges the Trump administration to increase pressure to force Putin to compromise,. 14. THE IMPOSSIBLE DMZ Guest: John Hardie Hardie discusses the complexities of implementing a demilitarized zone (DMZ) in Ukraine, citing disagreements over sovereignty and administration. Regarding the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, he notes Russia is unlikely to return control to Ukraine. He concludes that peace deals requiring Ukraine to cede territory are "poison pills" likely to fail,. 15. HAMAS AND THE IMPOSSIBLE RECONSTRUCTION Guest: Peter Berkowitz Peter Berkowitz argues that Hamas, as a Muslim Brotherhood offshoot, remains committed to Israel's destruction, making peace impossible. He criticizes the "Project Sunrise" reconstruction plan, noting that US-led development is futile without first disarming and deradicalizing Gaza, a task only the IDF can currently achieve given Hamas's refusal to surrender,. 16. IRAN ON THE BRINK Guest: Jonathan Sia Jonathan Sia reports on unprecedented Iranian protests and rumors that Ayatollah Khamenei plans to flee to Moscow. He attributes the regime's panic to the recent fall of allies like Maduro. Sia notes a shift in protester sentiment toward pro-monarchy chants, suggesting a coordinated opposition now exists to replace the theocracy,.

EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN ALLIANCE VS. TURKEY Colleague Edmund Fitton-Brown. Fitton-Brownexamines the cooperation between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel as a necessary pushback against Turkish President Erdogan's neo-Ottoman expansionism. He argues Erdogan's aggressive rhetoric regarding Jerusalem and maritime claims threatens regional stability, necessitating a unified defense from these democracies to counter Turkish overreach in the Mediterranean. NUMBER 2