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Israeli inquiry finds Oct 7 hostage likely killed by friendly fire

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Israeli inquiry finds Oct 7 hostage likely killed by friendly fire

One of the hostages seized by Hamas gunmen during an attack on Israeli communities around Gaza was likely killed by an Israeli helicopter gunship that was responding to the attack. The military conducted an investigation into the kidnapping of Efrat Katz and found that the helicopter fired at a vehicle carrying gunmen and hostages, resulting in the death of most of the terrorists and possibly Efrat Katz. The investigation concluded that the hostages could not be distinguished by existing surveillance systems, and the air force commander did not find fault in the operation.

Israel approves reopening of Erez crossing into Gaza, use of Ashdod port for aid

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Israel approves reopening of Erez crossing into Gaza, use of Ashdod port for aid

Israel approved the reopening of the Erez crossing into northern Gaza and the temporary use of Ashdod port in southern Israel following U.S. demands to increase humanitarian aid supplies into Gaza. The decision was made after U.S. President Joe Biden demanded specific steps to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and warned of potential conditions on U.S. aid if Israel did not respond. Israel also faced pressure after the killing of seven aid workers in an Israeli strike triggered global outrage. The move was welcomed by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who emphasized the need to see results on the ground in Gaza. UNRWA urged Israel to do more to prevent famine in Gaza, while a senior Hamas official expressed concerns about potential delays in the implementation of aid. Israel has faced international pressure to assist civilians in Gaza and has previously blamed distribution problems on international agencies inside Gaza.

Tiger has , ‘zero mobility’ with ankle

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Tiger has , ‘zero mobility’ with ankle

Tiger Woods has been dealing with health issues, including zero mobility in his left ankle and low-back challenges. He withdrew from the Genesis Invitational in February and has been nursing injuries since a car accident in February 2021. Woods played a round of golf at Augusta National Golf Club in preparation for the Masters Tournament.

One in five Cypriots suffer from spring allergies

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One in five Cypriots suffer from spring allergies

One in five Cypriots suffers from allergic rhinitis, with olive, grass, corn pollen, ragweed pollen, and the fungus Alternaria being common triggers. Respiratory allergies are often hereditary and linked to other allergic conditions, but can also develop in adults. The spring allergy season in Cyprus starts in March and can be influenced by winter weather conditions. House dust mites are another prevalent allergen in Cyprus. Allergic rhinitis can impact quality of life, travel plans, and social activities, and untreated allergies can worsen over time. Pitsios recommends a natural lifestyle and proper treatment for those with allergies. Early exposure to nature can help strengthen the immune system and prevent allergies.

Unions raise alarm over north airport electrical explosions

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Unions raise alarm over north airport electrical explosions

Two small electrical explosions occurred at the north’s Ercan (Tymbou) airport. One worker received burns on both of his arms while performing unauthorized work on a panel box, and another employee was not injured when a transformer exploded. The airport is still operating on a transient current, posing a serious risk of danger. The airport operator has not completed the installation of the system, and the transfer to a regular current must be done immediately to prevent accidents. The airport had not passed the requisite electrical checks, and the transport minister is responsible for the incidents.

Russian drone attack kills four in Ukraine’s Kharkiv, cuts power supply

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Russian drone attack kills four in Ukraine’s Kharkiv, cuts power supply

A Russian drone attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine killed four people and left 350,000 residents without power. The attack damaged residential buildings, a medical facility, and cars. Governor Oleh Synehubov reported three rescue workers were killed in a repeat strike. Ukraine’s military shot down 11 drones out of 20 launched at the country. Russia also targeted a solar power plant in Dnipropetrovsk region. Kharkiv has been a frequent target of Russian attacks, with recent incidents including an aerial bomb killing one person and a missile attack killing five.

Russia pounded Ukraine with 3,000 bombs in March, Zelenskiy says

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Russia pounded Ukraine with 3,000 bombs in March, Zelenskiy says

Russia significantly escalated its military attacks on Ukraine in March, launching over 3,000 guided aerial bombs, 600 drones, and 400 missiles. Additionally, Russia has intensified its air strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, causing further damage to an already weakened system. The use of guided air-dropped bombs has also increased, allowing Russia to efficiently target Ukrainian positions with large amounts of explosives.

Neocleous Tower: A paradigm of sustainable and innovative workspace in Limassol

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Neocleous Tower: A paradigm of sustainable and innovative workspace in Limassol

The Neocleous Tower in Limassol is a sustainable office building that has attained LEED certification, making it the first commercial building in Cyprus to do so.

Warm weather continues on Wednesday

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Warm weather continues on Wednesday

The air mass affecting the area will gradually recede from Thursday, with intermittent dust in the atmosphere until Friday. Today, the weather will be mainly clear with occasional high clouds. Winds will be variable and weak, becoming southwest to northwest and weak to moderate. The sea will be smooth to slight. Temperatures will reach around 34 degrees Celsius inland, around 29 on the coasts, around 24 on the western coasts, and around 23 in higher mountainous areas. Tonight will continue to be mainly clear with temperatures dropping to around 14 degrees Celsius inland and on the coasts, and around 12 degrees Celsius in higher mountainous areas.