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Police scrutinising CCTV footage from Saint Habakkuk Monastery

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Police scrutinising CCTV footage from Saint Habakkuk Monastery

– CCTV footage from the Monastery of Saint Habakkuk is central to a growing scandal.
– The footage and a safe with potentially incriminating material are affecting three police investigations.
– The video surveillance system was installed with the monks’ knowledge but reportedly lacked audio recording capabilities, and access was restricted to a few individuals.
– Lawyers allege that an individual, formerly affiliated with the Tamassos Bishopric, enabled audio recording, which might explain the monks’ behavior in front of the cameras.
– The footage is being processed by a police unit specializing in financial crimes and will be used in investigations into allegations against certain individuals, including Bishop Isaias.
– Citizens have complained about the release of videos containing personal information, prompting potential investigation by the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection.
– The Police Sub-Department for vulnerable persons is investigating a harassment complaint, focusing on an ethical issue.
– The situation at the Monastery is under thorough investigation by the police.

Second British royal photograph involving Kate was digitally altered, Reuters says

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Second British royal photograph involving Kate was digitally altered, Reuters says

A second royal photograph issued by Kensington Palace, the office of Prince William and Kate, was found to be digitally altered in eight places according to Reuters, after an analysis by the news organization’s photo editors. The picture, released in April of the previous year to commemorate the 97th birthday of the late Queen Elizabeth, depicted the former monarch with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren at Balmoral Castle, taken by Kate. Getty Images informed its clients that the Balmoral picture had been “digitally enhanced at source” and is reviewing handout images for digital enhancements. The alterations were made through digital cloning, but the reasons for these changes were not immediately clear. Kensington Palace has not commented on the alterations. Following this, Reuters is updating its procedures for vetting images from Kensington Palace to ensure they meet editorial standards. Earlier, a photograph of Kate with her children was withdrawn by news organizations after failing to meet editorial standards, leading to Kate issuing an apology for any confusion caused by her editing of the photo.

Youth and climate advocacy: opportunities and action!

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Youth and climate advocacy: opportunities and action!

Climate change significantly impacts the world’s youth, affecting their health, education, and economic opportunities. A 2018 poll by the Cyprus Institute of Statisticians revealed that 63.2% of young people aged 18 to 35 intend to abstain from general elections in Cyprus, indicating a lack of interest in participating in decision-making. Challenges for youth involvement in climate activism include lack of time, social and political suppression, lack of supportive structures, and lack of representation. However, opportunities exist through grassroots movements, social media campaigns, and collective action. The EU promotes youth participation in climate initiatives. Friends of the Earth Cyprus aims to involve youth in climate activism through European-funded projects like GreenViDialogue and Embrace the World project.

In Gaza, starving children fill hospital wards as famine looms

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In Gaza, starving children fill hospital wards as famine looms

Six-year-old Fadi al-Zant from Gaza is acutely malnourished, unable to walk, and suffers from cystic fibrosis. His health has deteriorated since the conflict began, as his medication is no longer available and his diet has been severely restricted. The Kamal Adwan hospital, where Fadi is being treated, has seen most of the 27 children who have died from malnutrition and dehydration recently. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) warns that famine is imminent in northern Gaza, affecting over two-thirds of the people there. Despite Israel’s claims of not limiting aid, shortages of food, medicines, and clean water persist. Fadi’s condition worsened about two months ago, with his weight dropping from 30kg to 12kg. The U.N. children’s agency UNICEF reports nearly 1 in 3 children under two in northern Gaza suffer from acute malnutrition. Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of obstructing the provision of basic services and lifesaving aid, which Israel denies. Conditions in Gaza have been exacerbated by disease, with a significant increase in diarrhoea cases among children under 5, further hastening malnutrition.

Indonesia fishing village grapples with piles of trash brought in by tides

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Indonesia fishing village grapples with piles of trash brought in by tides

Solikah, a 58-year-old Indonesian housewife from Teluk, a fishing village in Banten province on Java island, is distressed by the trash covering her local beach. Teluk is known for having one of Indonesia’s dirtiest beaches, exacerbated by heavy rains causing stronger tides that bring more trash ashore. Indonesia’s meteorological agency forecasts a milder dry season starting later than usual, in May and June. Fikri Jufri, leading a community beach cleaning effort, attributes the accumulation of trash to the rain and wind bringing sea-borne trash, including plastic waste, back to shore. Indonesia is a major contributor to the global issue of plastic waste in the oceans. A video of environmentalists cleaning the beach in Teluk went viral on TikTok. Local fishermen, like 33-year-old Jayadi, are impacted by weather unpredictability and high tides, affecting their income, especially ahead of the Islamic Eid al-Fitr festival.

Navalnaya says Putin is not Russia, ’s legitimate president

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Navalnaya says Putin is not Russia, ’s legitimate president

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, declared that Vladimir Putin is not the legitimate president of Russia and expressed her intention to persuade world leaders not to engage in negotiations with him. She made these remarks following an election in which Putin secured 87.3% of the vote, an outcome criticized by the West as neither free nor fair, while countries like China and India congratulated him. Navalnaya’s comments were part of a video message, where she also commended the participation of thousands in protests against Putin’s rule, both within Russia and internationally. She participated in the protest from Berlin. Navalnaya has committed to continuing her late husband’s work and holds Putin responsible for his death, a claim the Kremlin denies. The election confirmed Putin’s dominance in Russian politics, despite the opposition’s fragmented state and the incarceration or exile of many opponents. Navalnaya encouraged her supporters to spend 15 minutes daily opposing the regime, aiming for a peaceful, free, and happy Russia.

Musk defends his ketamine use as beneficial for investors

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Musk defends his ketamine use as beneficial for investors

Elon Musk stated in a video interview that his ketamine prescription has been beneficial for Tesla’s investors, as it helps him manage a condition similar to depression. He mentioned that from Wall Street’s perspective, execution is what matters and argued that Tesla’s valuation is as much as the rest of the car industry combined. A Wall Street Journal investigation had previously reported Musk’s use of drugs, raising concerns about potential violations of federal policies that could affect SpaceX’s government contracts. Musk responded to these concerns by stating he agreed to three years of random drug testing by NASA, with no trace quantities of drugs or alcohol found. He confirmed having a doctor’s prescription for ketamine, taking a small amount every other week.

Archimandrite summoned for questioning over St Habakkuk assult

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Archimandrite summoned for questioning over St Habakkuk assult

Father Porphyrios, the Archimandrite of the Abbey of Habakkuk, is expected to appear for questioning as a suspect in the assault of a woman in the monastery courtyard. The investigation by the Vulnerable Persons Management Division began after a video surfaced showing a monk assaulting a woman. Despite Eleni Rousou’s refusal to file a complaint and her statement that it was her mistake and the incident had ended, the police summoned her to testify, and her lawyers reported pressure from investigators to sign a complaint. The abbot of the monastery, Archimandrite Nektarios, did not provide useful information for the investigation. Father Porphyrios is expected to be interrogated about the video without invoking his right to silence, and the outcome will influence the case’s direction. The police dossier on the assault will be sent to the Legal Service for examination and guidance.

Man falls 80m, rescued by helicopter (video)

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Man falls 80m, rescued by helicopter (video)

A national guardsman fell down an 80-metre cliff near the Lefka crossing point and was rescued by an Emak helicopter crew. He sustained relatively minor injuries, including a broken arm. The rescue operation involved firefighters from the Evryhou and Lakatamia stations, and the area was inaccessible on foot, necessitating the helicopter rescue. The man’s health is still being monitored.

Reddit, ’s IPO as much as five times oversubscribed, according to sources

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Reddit, ’s IPO as much as five times oversubscribed, according to sources

Reddit’s initial public offering (IPO) is between four and five times oversubscribed, indicating a high demand for its shares. The company aims for a .5 billion valuation and expects to price its shares between to during the IPO in New York. Reddit has adjusted its valuation expectations from a billion private fundraising round in 2021 to seeking to raise up to 8 million through the IPO. Despite never having been profitable since its 2005 launch and facing challenges with advertiser appeal due to its content moderation practices, Reddit has a loyal user base. The platform is known for its role in the 2021 “meme-stock” saga and has reserved 8% of its IPO shares for its users and moderators, among others. As of December 31, 2023, Reddit reported an average of 73.1 million daily active users.