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Prisoners , ‘scared for their safety’ anti-torture report finds

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Prisoners , ‘scared for their safety’ anti-torture report finds

The Nicosia central prisons in Cyprus are overcrowded, with some accommodation blocks operating at more than 300 percent of their design capacity. Prisoners are forced to sleep on mattresses on the floor and urinate in bottles due to lack of access to toilets at night. The report also highlighted instances of violence against prisoners, including staff slapping prisoners and using wooden sticks to intimidate them. Additionally, there were concerns raised about racist behavior, inter-prisoner violence, and the development of informal prisoner hierarchies within the prison.

Are Billionaire Taxes Falling? That Depends On Who You Think Pays Corporate Taxes.

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Are Billionaire Taxes Falling? That Depends On Who You Think Pays Corporate Taxes.

The highest-income Americans pay only about 23 percent of their income in taxes, with billionaires having a lower effective tax rate than working-class Americans. Berkeley economist Gabriel Zucman argues that owners of capital receive all the benefits of corporate tax cuts, while other economists believe that workers also benefit through higher wages. The burden of corporate taxes may shift over time, with highly-paid employees bearing more of the burden initially, but workers benefiting once firms implement productivity-enhancing investments. Only about 28 percent of publicly traded corporate stock is held by taxable entities, highlighting the ongoing debate over corporate tax incidence.

Limassol mosque vandalism being “exploited to create tensions,” says T/C official

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Limassol mosque vandalism being “exploited to create tensions,” says T/C official

Ayhan Mehmet, the representative of Turkish Cypriots in Limassol, clarified that recent vandalism at the Jedit Mosque was not religiously motivated but rather sports-related slogans. The graffiti also affected a nearby Turkish Cypriot cemetery, and Mehmet emphasized that the issue should not be politicized or exploited to create tensions. He refuted accusations of racism and xenophobia against the Greek Cypriot community, stating that similar slogans were found in other establishments in the area.

Parkour competition “Renegade in Action” rescheduled for June 2

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Parkour competition “Renegade in Action” rescheduled for June 2

The 1st Pancyprian Parkour Competition, “Renegade in Action,” has been rescheduled for Sunday, June 2 at 10:30 a.m. at Eleftheria Square in Nicosia. The competition is free and open to all who want to discover the world of parkour and cheer on the athletes.

Man who murdered UK pensioner in revenge for Gaza jailed for at least 45 years

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Man who murdered UK pensioner in revenge for Gaza jailed for at least 45 years

Ahmed Alid, a Moroccan man seeking asylum in Britain, was sentenced to at least 45 years in prison for stabbing a passer-by to death on a British street as an act of terrorism, claiming it was revenge for Israeli actions in Gaza.

Hundreds more French police start deploying to secure New Caledonia

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Hundreds more French police start deploying to secure New Caledonia

French police reinforcements arrived in New Caledonia to regain control of the capital after riots resulted in four deaths and hundreds of arrests. The unrest was triggered by anger over an electoral reform, complicating President Macron’s plans to increase French influence in the Pacific. The number of police on the island will increase to 2,700 from 1,700. The government has food stocks for two months but faces distribution issues. Protesters demand the withdrawal of the electoral reform for peaceful talks to resume. France has declared a state of emergency, arrested suspects, and banned TikTok.

RE:SOURCE 2.0 exhibition announces list of artists

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RE:SOURCE 2.0 exhibition announces list of artists

The second edition of the environmental art exhibition RE:SOURCE will feature over 30 Cyprus and international artists selected from more than 100 applications. The exhibition aims to explore the nature-human bond in response to trash pollution and promote actions to tackle the environmental emergency. The artworks will include various mediums such as painting, sculpture, installation, photography, and interactive video art. The exhibition will also offer educational programs, workshops, and quests for all ages. RE:SOURCE 2.0 will be held at The Warehouse by IT Quarter in Limassol from May 18th to 21st, with the opening event on May 17th at 6 pm. The exhibition is free and open to the public.

Scheffler detained by police before US PGA second round

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Scheffler detained by police before US PGA second round

Fact: Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was detained by police while trying to enter the Valhalla Golf Club for the second round of the PGA Championship.

Cyprus , ‘not alone’ over migration

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Cyprus , ‘not alone’ over migration

Fact: Greek Migration Minister Dimitris Kairidis said that Cyprus is “not alone” on the matter of migration and that Greece supports the initiatives put forward by Cyprus.

Diplomats urge LGBT rights progress in Cyprus

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Diplomats urge LGBT rights progress in Cyprus

– Diplomatic missions in Cyprus issued a joint statement in support of human rights for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or sex characteristics.
– The statement praised Cyprus for progress in recognizing and protecting LGBTQI+ rights, including legislation criminalizing conversion therapies.
– Encouraged Cyprus to consider removing legislative exclusion of same-sex couples in civil union from adoption and to make progress on legal gender identity recognition and recognition of same-sex marriages conducted abroad.
– Highlighted the need for continued work towards a reality where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of sexual orientation.