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Kate praised for , ‘extraordinary dignity’ after cancer diagnosis

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Kate praised for , ‘extraordinary dignity’ after cancer diagnosis

Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, was diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing preventative chemotherapy. This diagnosis came after major abdominal surgery in January revealed the presence of cancer. The 42-year-old princess described the diagnosis as a “huge shock.” The news has led to widespread support from the public, including messages from King Charles, Prince Harry, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, and U.S. President Joe Biden. King Charles is also undergoing cancer treatment. Kate made a video statement about her condition from Windsor. Her brother, James Middleton, expressed his support on Instagram. British newspapers covered the story extensively, with The Sun and the Daily Mirror highlighting the public’s support and Kate’s own words on the matter. The Daily Telegraph quoted Kate as saying she is “going to be OK,” while the Daily Mail criticized those who speculated about her health.

Disy will be , ‘victorious’ in upcoming elections

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Disy will be , ‘victorious’ in upcoming elections

Political party Disy, led by Annita Demetriou, is expected to win in the local and EU elections on June 9, despite facing significant opposition. During a speech where Disy’s MEP candidates and local government candidates for Larnaca district were presented, Demetriou highlighted the challenges the party is facing from various directions aimed at undermining its achievements. She emphasized the party’s resilience and determination to defend its values and achievements against those underestimating or betraying it. Demetriou also mentioned the departure of former party vice-president Marios Pelekanos, who joined nationalist Elam for the EU elections. She described Disy as a reformist political force that played a crucial role in Cyprus’s integration into the European Union, honoring the party’s founder Glafcos Clerides. Demetriou expressed confidence in Disy’s victory in the upcoming elections, emphasizing the importance of this win for representing the interests of the people, Cyprus, and Larnaca.

Kate, ’s cancer news should end speculation about her

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Kate, ’s cancer news should end speculation about her

Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, announced on Friday that she was undergoing treatment for cancer. This announcement aimed to address and put an end to the widespread speculation about her health that had been circulating on social media, newspapers, and some U.S. talk shows since she underwent abdominal surgery in January. Kate had taken a leave of absence from royal engagements to recover from the surgery. Despite efforts to maintain privacy, speculation continued, especially after her husband, Prince William, canceled his attendance at a memorial service for personal reasons. Kensington Palace stated that Kate wanted to share this information when it was right for her and her family. In a video message, Kate expressed gratitude for her medical team and explained the decision to manage this privately for the sake of their young family, which includes Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. The announcement follows a period of intense speculation and comes amid other challenges faced by the royal family, including King Charles’s battle with cancer and the public falling out with Prince Harry and Meghan.

Kate’s cancer news should end speculation about her, commentators say

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Kate’s cancer news should end speculation about her, commentators say

Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, announced on Friday that she was undergoing treatment for cancer. This announcement aimed to end speculation about her health, which had been rampant since she underwent abdominal surgery in January and took a leave of absence from royal engagements. Despite Kensington Palace stating she would not return to her public role until after Easter, speculation continued. The situation was further fueled by Prince William’s absence from a memorial service for his godfather due to an unspecified “personal matter” and intensified when Kate apologized for editing a photograph of her with her children for Mother’s Day. Kate and William have been focused on protecting their privacy and allowing their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, time to understand the situation. Kate expressed gratitude for her medical team and described the past couple of months as incredibly tough for their family. The revelation about Kate’s health follows news that William’s father, King Charles, is also battling cancer.

‘Mockery of justice’: Andreas Loizou’s family slams AG

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‘Mockery of justice’: Andreas Loizou’s family slams AG

The attorney-general decided to charge one police officer for failing to properly investigate the death of Andreas Loizou, who died in a road accident at age 17, 12 years ago. Despite two drivers being implicated in the accident, only one was identified and will not face criminal charges, with no efforts to locate the other driver. Loizou’s family accuses the police of a coverup and demands justice, highlighting the case’s reopening last year amid such accusations. The accident occurred under Moutayiaka bridge on September 2, 2012, involving Loizou on his motorbike and two cars, leading to his death.

UK royal Kate says she is having chemotherapy after cancer discovery

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UK royal Kate says she is having chemotherapy after cancer discovery

Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, is undergoing preventative chemotherapy after tests following major abdominal surgery in January revealed cancer. She had been hospitalized for two weeks in January for what was described as successful, planned surgery for a non-cancerous condition. Subsequent tests, however, found cancer, leading to her current treatment. Kate, aged 42 and the wife of Prince William, the heir to the throne, shared this information in a video message, noting that she and Prince William have been managing this privately for their young family. King Charles, her father-in-law, also announced in February that he was to have cancer treatment. Kensington Palace has not disclosed the type of cancer Kate has but stated she began preventative chemotherapy in February and is on a recovery pathway. Kate has been absent from official duties since her surgery, planning to return after Easter, and has not appeared at a public event since Christmas Day. She and William decided to keep her cancer diagnosis private until their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, were on school holidays.

Emirates cabin crew offer solo vacationers their travel tips

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Emirates cabin crew offer solo vacationers their travel tips

To celebrate ‘Plan a Solo Vacation Day’ on March 1, Emirates offers tips for solo travelers. Solo travel has become more popular post-pandemic, with a 2023 survey showing 68% of U.S. participants prefer traveling alone. Tips from Emirates’ cabin crew include booking hotels with flexible policies, exploring local food markets, prioritizing safety and local culture, and walking to explore destinations. Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has over 21,500 cabin crew members from around the globe, serving more than 140 destinations with a fleet of over 260 aircraft. The airline provides competitive benefits for its crew, including salary, medical coverage, accommodation, annual leave, and discounted airfares. Emirates is currently recruiting cabin crew worldwide, with Open Days held in over 460 cities across six continents.

Former officials can keep pocketing extra allowances, ministry says

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Former officials can keep pocketing extra allowances, ministry says

Former state officials in Cyprus, named by Auditor-general Odysseas Michaelides, including former presidents George Vassiliou and Nicos Anastasiades, and former House speakers Yiannakis Omirou, Marios Garoyian, and Demetris Syllouris, were investigated for allegedly misusing secretarial allowances. The finance ministry stated that these officials do not have to return the allowances as they are legally entitled to them, either to employ a civil servant or hire someone personally for the role. The allowance is set at €39,089 per year. The audit revealed discrepancies in how the funds were used, with some officials not employing a secretary as claimed or pocketing the difference. Specific findings include Vassiliou receiving a total of €709,352 from 2004 to December 2023, with allegations of employing a secretary through a company owned by his family. Anastasiades received €20,396 in 2023, with recommendations to return €11,314 due to overpayment. Omirou, Garoyian, and Syllouris were also found to have discrepancies in their allowance usage, with recommendations for refunds to the state.

A minute with Ivi Hadjivassiliou Dancer/performer , – Choreographer – Dance Teacher

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A minute with Ivi Hadjivassiliou Dancer/performer , – Choreographer – Dance Teacher

– The person lives in Nicosia with their two dogs.
– For breakfast, they had toast and coffee.
– Their perfect day involves spending a full day at the beach or in the forest, depending on the weather.
– The best book they’ve read is “The Courage to Be Disliked” by Fumitake Koga and Ichiro Kishimi, which offers a new perspective on changing one’s life and achieving happiness.
– Their best childhood memory is family holidays by the sea.
– Juice is always in their fridge.
– They are currently listening to Jet in the car.
– Their spirit animal is a horse, symbolizing power and freedom.
– They are most proud of remaining humane in a cruel world.
– A memorable movie scene for them is the last scene of “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
– They would choose to spend an evening by the sea with their best friend if they could pick anyone to go out with.
– They are not interested in time traveling, preferring to live in the present.
– Their greatest fear is the death of their loved ones.
– They would advise their 18-year-old self to always believe in themselves and be proud of who they are.
– Arrogance, sexism, or racism in a person would stop them from dating someone.
– If the world were ending in 24 hours, they would continue living life as they are currently.

Govt announces new criteria for naturalisation

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Govt announces new criteria for naturalisation

The interior ministry of the Republic of Cyprus announced a new set of criteria for naturalisation as citizens. Applicants must have legal and continuous residence for 12 months before applying, with absences not exceeding 90 days in total not interrupting this period. They must have legally resided in Cyprus for at least seven years within the ten years preceding the 12-month period. Applicants must be of good character, have a minimum B1 level knowledge of the Greek language, understand basic elements of Cyprus’s modern political and social reality, have adequate accommodation, stable and regular financial resources for themselves and their family, and intend to continue residing in Cyprus. There are also specific criteria for the naturalisation of “highly skilled” individuals, which applies to employees of companies with foreign interests operating in Cyprus, Cypriot shipping, high-tech, innovation, pharmaceutical, biogenetics, and technology companies. These applicants have reduced residence and language requirements, needing only three or four years of residence in Cyprus and a minimum A2 level of Greek language competence.