Salwa al-Masri, displaced by Israel’s offensive in Gaza, doubts that the UN’s ruling to halt the offensive in Rafah will help. The World Court ordered Israel to stop the offensive, but Israel stated it will continue the war against Hamas. The conflict has caused a high number of casualties and a new wave of displacement. Palestinians are calling for immediate action to end the war.
Cypriot authorities are revoking the citizenship of 68 investors and 165 dependents next week due to criminal offenses pending against them. Among those affected are individuals from China, Russia, and India. The decision to strip citizenship was made based on information provided by Interpol regarding various criminal charges, such as fraud and bribery, that carry significant prison sentences. The individuals have the right to appeal the decision with the Independent Authority on Citizenship Debarment.
Forty three people remain hospitalized in Bangkok four days after a Singapore Airlines flight hit severe turbulence. Seven patients are in intensive care at Samitivej Srinakarin hospital, including three Australians, two Malaysians, one British, and one New Zealander. 22 patients have spinal cord injuries and six have brain and skull injuries, but none are life-threatening. One passenger died of a suspected heart attack during the incident.
Two women in Paphos were robbed at gunpoint by two unknown men who entered their residence after the main door was left open. The women reported to the police that the assailants demanded money and took €1,830 from them. The suspects were described as being of strong build, 1.75m to 1.8m tall, and aged between 35 and 40 years old. Police in Paphos are continuing examinations to locate the suspects.
The Sapeurs, known for their offbeat and baroque sartorial style, originated in Central Africa around 1919-1920. They participate in parades and competitions to showcase their skills and abilities in dressing up. The movement gained momentum in the 1950s and expanded to Europe in the 1970s. Sapeurs seek social recognition through luxury brands and use clothing to make a political statement for dignity. They aim to create ambiance and encourage sociability through their colorful and luxurious outfits.
– Thanasis Nicolaou’s mother, Andriana, called for justice over her son’s murder while in the National Guard in 2005.
– After 19 years of efforts by the family, the cause of Thanasis’s death was proven, leading to a new investigation being launched by the present government.
– Andriana Nicolaou asked for the constitution to be immediately amended to separate the powers of the attorney-general and appoint an independent person in charge of criminal proceedings.
– She also called for Thanasis’s case to be kept away from all previous parties involved and for continuous, detailed, and accurate information on the progress of the new investigation.
Fact: Gazpacho is a cold soup that originated in Andalusia, Spain, with roots tracing back to the Roman Empire and influenced by the Moors’ occupation of Spain.
Forty three people who were on board a Singapore Airlines flight that hit severe turbulence remain hospitalized in Bangkok four days after the emergency.
Novak Djokovic’s form has been erratic in the first five months of 2024, with tame defeats affecting his rhythm ahead of the French Open.
Four people have been arrested for stealing parked vehicles and taking property in Limassol and Larnaca. In Limassol, a 64-year-old man reported his van stolen with tools inside, which was later found with the tools missing. Two men, aged 31 and 28, were arrested in connection with the theft. In Larnaca, a 64-year-old man reported money stolen from his unlocked vehicle, leading to the arrest of a 19-year-old and a 17-year-old.