Trusted Community News for a New Generation
Pi News is the evolution of Parikiaki — continuing a long-standing tradition of trusted community journalism while embracing a modern digital future.
For decades, Parikiaki has connected the British Cypriot and wider Greek Cypriot community through news, culture, opinion and storytelling. Today, Pi News builds that legacy through a modern platform delivering breaking news, community stories, business coverage, lifestyle content and cultural features across both print and digital channels.
From local community updates to international stories impacting Cyprus and the diaspora, Pi News remains committed to informing, connecting and representing the community it serves.
What We Cover
- Community news
- Cyprus and international news
- Sport
- Business and trade stories
- Lifestyle and culture
- Events and community initiatives
- Opinion and commentary
- Memorials and obituaries
Our People
George Tsialos
George leads the overall direction and operations of the publication, overseeing both editorial and commercial activity.
Having begun his journey through volunteering, he has progressed through a range of roles, bringing a strong understanding of the organisation and its audience. Today, he plays a key role in driving growth, maintaining standards, and ensuring the continued development of the platform.
Bambos Charalambous
Bambos has overseen and edited numerous editions of the Parikiaki newspaper, drawing on his experience as former Managing Director.
He leads the coordination of the news desk, managing contributors and content to ensure each edition is delivered on time and upholds the consistency and quality expected by its readers.
Andrea Georgiou
Andrea is the longest-serving member of the team, having begun her journey with the organisation at just 14 through work experience.
Starting as a writer, she has grown into her role and now manages both online and print content, overseeing contributions from a wide network of writers and ensuring consistency across all editorial output.
Theodora Kyriakou
Theodora brings strong experience across a range of editing platforms, supporting both digital and print content.
With the launch of the new website, she plays a key role in developing and elevating Greek-language content, ensuring it is properly represented and accessible to readers.
Michael Yiakoumi
Michael leads the coordination of sports contributors, overseeing coverage across local, Cypriot, and Greek sport, as well as major international competitions.
He produces a weekly roundup featuring analysis and predictions from both community experts and the wider public. Passionate and engaging, Michael is always open to discussion, especially when it comes to football.
Andreas Gregoriou
Andreas leads the publication’s political coverage, overseeing reporting and analysis across UK, Cypriot, and international affairs.
He works closely with contributors to deliver timely, well-informed content, providing readers with clear insight into key political developments and their wider impact on the community.
Vasiliki Prestidge
Vasiliki leads the publication’s lifestyle and fashion coverage, curating content that reflects contemporary trends alongside community interests.
She works with contributors to deliver engaging features across fashion, culture, and everyday living, bringing a fresh and accessible perspective to the platform.
Stavri Kleanthous
Stavri brings a strong creative skillset, combining design expertise with an eye for photography to support both digital and print content.
She plays a key role in delivering high-quality visual assets to tight deadlines, ensuring content is produced to spec while maintaining consistency across platforms. Her work is essential in supporting fast-paced publishing and keeping exclusive stories visually compelling and timely.