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UK’s infected blood scandal could and should have been avoided, inquiry finds

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UK’s infected blood scandal could and should have been avoided, inquiry finds

An infected blood scandal in Britain led to 3,000 deaths and thousands more contracting hepatitis or HIV due to doctors and governments fault. Over 30,000 people received infected blood in the 1970s and 1980s, destroying lives, with some blood products being made from high-risk donations. The government hid the truth to save face. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to apologize on behalf of the state. The scandal rocked trust in the medical establishment. The infected blood products were used for transfusions and treatments, with some haemophiliacs receiving Factor 8 concentrates with a high risk of infection. Between 80 and 100 people became infected with HIV by transfusion, and about 26,800 were infected with Hepatitis C. The British inquiry found systemic failures and lack of meaningful apology or redress. The inquiry does not have the power to recommend prosecutions. Former health minister Edmond Herve in France was convicted for his role in the scandal.

Why the American-Anglo-Canadian plan of 1978 failed

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Why the American-Anglo-Canadian plan of 1978 failed

The Soviet Union influenced Akel to reject a solution plan proposed by the US, UK, and Canada for the Cyprus problem in 1976. The Soviet Union did not want the Cyprus problem to be solved by a US initiative, as it would strengthen the US’s prestige in the region and maintain tension in Greece-Turkey relations.

Turkey convicts former pro-Kurdish party officials over 2014 Kobani protests

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Turkey convicts former pro-Kurdish party officials over 2014 Kobani protests

Fact: Former pro-Kurdish party leader Selahattin Demirtas was sentenced to more than 40 years in jail for instigating protests in 2014 triggered by an Islamic State attack on the Syrian Kurdish town of Kobani.

Three to stand trial in Larnaca couple extortion case

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Three to stand trial in Larnaca couple extortion case

Three individuals aged 32, 46, and 50 are facing charges of conspiracy to commit a felony, extortion, and demanding money under threat in the Larnaca District Court. Prosecutors claim they threatened and intimidated a couple, demanding €300,000 due to past financial dealings. The case has been adjourned until December 4, 2024. The 46-year-old and 32-year-old defendants were granted bail with conditions, while the 50-year-old defendant remains in custody for not meeting the bail requirements.

Monks testify over scandal-hit Osiou Avakoum

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Monks testify over scandal-hit Osiou Avakoum

Monks Isiais and Timotheos from the Osiou Avakoum monastery testified before a church investigative committee for around two hours each.

Monk testifies for four hours in Osiou Avakoum scandal

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Monk testifies for four hours in Osiou Avakoum scandal

Fact: Archimandrite Nektarios testified for over four hours before the Synod-appointed investigative committee on Monday.

The far-right has already been normalised

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The far-right has already been normalised

The rise of the far-right is becoming normalized in Cyprus and beyond, with political parties adopting its rhetoric in an attempt to tame it. This normalization is not exclusive to Cyprus or Greece, as far-right parties are gaining power in countries like Italy, Hungary, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, Spain, Romania, Slovakia, Czechia, Belgium, the USA, and Argentina. The far-right’s communication skills and appeal in a conspiracy-obsessed society are contributing to its success, raising concerns about a return to pseudo-eugenic and misanthropic theories reminiscent of the Middle Ages.

Tunisian police arrest prominent lawyer critical of president

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Tunisian police arrest prominent lawyer critical of president

Tunisian police arrested lawyer Sonia Dahmani, known for criticizing President Kais Saied, along with two journalists.

Thanasis Nicolaou, ’s murder ‘proved the existence of the deep state’

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Thanasis Nicolaou, ’s murder ‘proved the existence of the deep state’

Fact: The Green Party stated that the murder of Thanasis Nicolaou “proved the existence of the deep state” and that his mother was vindicated by the court’s decision that he died by strangulation and not suicide.

‘, Eunuch Maker’ jailed for penis, testicles amputations

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‘, Eunuch Maker’ jailed for penis, testicles amputations

Fact: Marius Gustavson, the ringleader of an extreme body modification conspiracy, was jailed for a minimum of 22 years in a London court for cutting off men’s genitals and uploading videos to his ‘Eunuch Maker’ website.