Israeli strikes on Syria kill dozens, security sources say
Israeli strikes in Aleppo killed 38 people, including five members of Hezbollah, in the deadliest attacks in an intensified campaign against Iran’s allies in Syria.
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40-year-old arrested for Larnaca car arson
A 40-year-old resident of Larnaca was arrested to assist with investigations into a suspected car arson case that occurred in the early hours of 25th March 2024 in Larnaca. The fire in the car was deliberately set and completely destroyed the vehicle.
Hundreds of birds dead in cage fire
– A total of 247 finches were killed in a fire set on bird cages in the village of Mandres in the north.
– The cause of the fire was believed to be a short circuit in an electrical installation.
– 30 bird cages were damaged in addition to the finches being burned to death.
– The police’s investigation into the matter is ongoing.
Fire at Omonia clubhouse under investigation
Fact: Nicosia police are investigating a fire that broke out outside the Omonia clubhouse on Thursday morning.
Israeli strikes on Rafah raise fear assault could begin
Israel bombed at least three homes in Rafah overnight, killing 11 people from a family. Residents fear a ground assault could be coming despite a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire. In the West Bank, three Palestinians were killed and four wounded by Israeli fire during a raid in Jenin. Israeli forces have imposed a blockade on hospitals in Gaza, claiming they have been used by Hamas fighters. Residents report hearing explosions and seeing smoke coming from buildings inside the medical facility.
Chinese TikTok sellers complain of under-fire platform tightening US rule enforcement
Chinese e-commerce vendors selling on TikTok Shop in the U.S. are upset by the platform’s tighter enforcement of rules for overseas sellers. TikTok now requires U.S. entities registered by sellers to be 51% U.S. owned and chaired by a U.S. passport holder, putting Chinese sellers at a disadvantage compared to U.S. sellers. TikTok has not changed its policies for international sellers since introducing TikTok Shop in the U.S. in September 2023.
Nearly 100 people still missing after Moscow concert attack
Fact: The official toll from the attack on Crocus City Hall stands at 140 dead and 182 wounded.
Further sexual harassment allegations at water board
Fact: A fourth woman has stepped forward to file a complaint of sexual harassment against the same individual at the Nicosia water board.
Six workers presumed dead after crippled cargo ship knocks down Baltimore bridge
Six workers were missing and presumed dead after a cargo ship collided with a bridge in Baltimore Harbor, causing a section of the bridge to collapse. Active search-and-rescue operations were suspended due to treacherous conditions in the water. The ship reported a power failure before impact, and all 22 crew members were accounted for. The closure of the port could have a major impact on supply chains. President Biden promised to visit Baltimore and rebuild the bridge. The incident may be the worst U.S. bridge collapse since 2007.