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Prince Harry and Meghan, greeted with cheers, talk mental health in Nigeria

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Prince Harry and Meghan, greeted with cheers, talk mental health in Nigeria

Prince Harry and Meghan visited a school in Nigeria’s capital Abuja to talk about mental health. They were greeted with cheers, song, and dance. Harry later met wounded soldiers in Kaduna. Nigeria expressed interest in hosting the 2029 Invictus Games. The couple urged students to take care of their mental health and spoke about the importance of addressing mental health issues. Meghan mentioned their son Archie during the visit.

Thanasis Nicolaou , ‘feared for his life’ in army camp, court hears 

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Thanasis Nicolaou , ‘feared for his life’ in army camp, court hears 

Fact: Thanasis Nicolaou was found dead under Alassa bridge in September 2005, and his death was ruled as a suicide by a forensic pathologist.

National guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou was strangled, judge rules (Update 4)

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National guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou was strangled, judge rules (Update 4)

Fact: The death of national guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou in 2005 was ruled as a result of strangulation and not suicide by a judge.

Analysis: Why German politicians are facing growing violence

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Analysis: Why German politicians are facing growing violence

German politicians have been experiencing a surge in physical and verbal attacks, with 22 assaults reported so far in 2024 compared to 27 in all of 2023. The Green party has been the most targeted, with 1,219 incidents reported last year, followed by the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party with 478 incidents. The rise in confrontations is attributed to the divisive rhetoric of populist politics, affecting the overall mood and safety of politicians. The attacks have led to concerns about the impact on election outcomes and have prompted some politicians to take precautions, such as avoiding publicizing campaign events and increasing security measures.

Israeli tanks encircle eastern half of Rafah

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Israeli tanks encircle eastern half of Rafah

Israeli tanks captured the main road dividing the eastern and western halves of Rafah, encircling the entire eastern side of the city in the southern Gaza Strip. Residents reported intense fighting between Israeli forces and militants from Hamas and Islamic Jihad. Israel ordered civilians out of the eastern half of Rafah, forcing tens of thousands to seek shelter outside the city. Israel believes there are thousands of Hamas fighters in Rafah and cannot win the war without assaulting the city. The Israeli military located tunnel shafts in eastern Rafah and fought at close quarters with Hamas fighters. Ceasefire talks broke up with no agreement to halt the fighting. Over 34,000 Gazans have been killed in the seven months of war.

Time for the red card?

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Time for the red card?

Ms Holguin is hoping to see and understand more than those who have been deeply involved in the Cyprus issue for a long time. It is noted that there is a lack of seriousness towards the statements made by leaders and politicians regarding the national issue. Civil society in Cyprus has various conflicting opinions on how to move forward, including preferences for a unitary state, a bizonal, bicommunal federation, a two-state solution, or maintaining the status quo. Ms Holguin has expressed a desire for leaders to listen to civil society, but it is uncertain if she fully comprehends the complexities of the issue. It is suggested that her focus should be on her meetings with key officials to gauge the true sentiments and potential for progress.

ELAM is running rampant and Makarios is resurrected

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ELAM is running rampant and Makarios is resurrected

On Holy Saturday, ELAM’s candidate carried the Holy Fire to a hospital with men performing Nazi salutes as motorcyclists. The hospital patients were used in a performance without their consent. DIKO resurrected Makarios on social media to counter ELAM’s popularity. DIKO invokes Makarios’ spirit for assistance despite ongoing issues in Cyprus. Voters are expected to place their hopes in Makarios once again, even though past hopes were dashed.

Judge rules Thanasis Nicolaou death was murder by strangulation

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Judge rules Thanasis Nicolaou death was murder by strangulation

Thanasis Nicolaou’s death in 2005 was ruled as resulting from strangulation by a judge, confirming his family’s belief of foul play. The decision was based on a comprehensive examination that concluded his death was a criminal act, despite initial reports of suicide by the army and police. The judge highlighted the clarity of forensic pathologist Dimitra Karagianni’s evidence, which supported the cause of death as strangulation. Relatives of the Nicolaou family applauded the verdict in court, with Thanasis’ mother expressing relief that justice had been served.

Greece to bring in Egyptian farm workers amid labour shortage

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Greece to bring in Egyptian farm workers amid labour shortage

Greece will bring in 5,000 seasonal farm workers from Egypt to address a labor shortage, with plans to expand the scheme to other sectors. The countries aim to cooperate on preventing illegal migration flows, as Egypt has successfully reduced migrants attempting to cross into Europe since 2016.

House unanimously rejects Christodoulides, ’ police law change

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House unanimously rejects Christodoulides, ’ police law change

Parliament unanimously rejected a law proposed by President Nikos Christodoulides, which would have allowed the police chief to unilaterally appoint and promote specialist staff regardless of their qualifications. Instead, the legislation sent back to Christodoulides allows the police chief to appoint specialist staff under certain conditions and upon the approval of the justice minister. The government argues that parliament’s version of the law is unconstitutional as it violates Article 80 of the constitution. Independent MP Kostis Efstathiou raised concerns about Christodoulides’ version of the law, stating that it would put democracy at risk.