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Israeli strikes on Rafah raise fear assault could begin

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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.

Guys, who is Pelekanos?

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Guys, who is Pelekanos?

– A terrorist attack in Moscow resulted in the death of 137 people
– Marios Pelekanos is leaving DISY and joining ELAM in Cyprus
– A commercial ship struck a bridge in Baltimore causing it to collapse
– Battles continue in Ukraine for two years
– A princess in Britain announces she has cancer
– Pelekanos is a former banker with far-right views joining ELAM in Cyprus
– The rise of the far-right is a dangerous phenomenon worldwide

Cold night and holiday showers, as dust returns on Tuesday

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Cold night and holiday showers, as dust returns on Tuesday

A low pressure system is currently affecting Cyprus, leading to low temperatures and showers, especially on the national holiday of March 25th. Despite this, daytime temperatures will remain in the low over 20s. Saharan dust is expected to return to the atmosphere early next week. This evening, the weather will be clear and cold with light to moderate westerly to northwesterly winds and slight seas. Temperatures tonight will drop to 6°C inland, 8°C in southern and eastern coastal regions, 12°C in the west and north, and 1°C in the mountains, where frost is expected. Isolated showers are forecast for the national holiday, mainly in the western part of the island, with moderate to strong winds. Temperatures will reach 21°C inland and in southern and eastern coastal regions, 20°C in the west and north, and 10°C in the mountains. Isolated showers are expected to continue into the evening. Over the next week, temperatures are anticipated to rise significantly above the seasonal average.

Mostly clear for Sunday, dust levels increase throughout the week

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Mostly clear for Sunday, dust levels increase throughout the week

The weather on Sunday will be mostly clear with temperatures expected to rise throughout the week. On Sunday, temperatures will reach 19 degrees Celsius inland and on the western coast, 20 degrees on the eastern coast, and 9 degrees in the mountains. Evening temperatures will drop to 6 degrees inland, 8 degrees on the coast, and 1 degree in the mountains. Monday will see increased cloud cover and isolated storms in the afternoon. Tuesday will have increased levels of dust in the atmosphere.

The paradox of perfect company culture

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The paradox of perfect company culture

Today’s businesses are actively striving to create the ideal workplace culture to make work more engaging and enjoyable. This trend is evident across companies of various sizes, with efforts ranging from casual social events to appointing dedicated culture managers. Surveys by Robert Half and PwC highlight the importance of cultural fit over qualifications and the competitive advantage a strong culture can provide. However, the effectiveness and return on investment of these cultural initiatives are debated, with some employees feeling obligated to participate in company-organized activities. The emphasis on culture can sometimes feel overbearing or exclusionary, potentially stifling diversity and making it difficult for new employees to integrate. Despite these challenges, the pursuit of a positive company culture is seen as a strategic necessity for attracting and retaining talent, with a focus on work-life balance, social impact, employee well-being, and skill development.

Today, ’s weather: Increased clouds and isolated showers

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Today, ’s weather: Increased clouds and isolated showers

Saturday’s weather in Cyprus is forecasted to have increased cloud cover with isolated showers. The temperatures will reach up to 22 degrees Celsius inland, 21 degrees Celsius on the coasts, and nine degrees Celsius in the mountains. Winds are expected to be light to moderate, at three to four on the Beaufort scale, with the possibility of stronger winds in the afternoon. The night will be clear with temperatures dropping to seven degrees Celsius inland and on the south and east coasts, nine degrees Celsius on the west and north coasts, and two degrees Celsius in the mountains, where frost will form. Sunday and Green Monday will see partial clouds and possible isolated showers, especially in the afternoon and mostly in the eastern half of the island. Dust levels in the atmosphere are anticipated to rise on Green Monday and Tuesday.

Today, ’s weather: Partly cloudy

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Today, ’s weather: Partly cloudy

– Friday’s weather is expected to be partly cloudy with possible isolated rain or storms.
– Increased chance of rain initially in the west and north, moving towards the mountains and east.
– Temperatures will reach 20 degrees Celsius inland and on the coasts, and 10 degrees Celsius in the mountains.
– Winds will be light to moderate, between three and four on the Beaufort scale.
– Overnight, clear weather expected except in the west, where clouds and rain are forecast.
– Overnight temperatures will drop to eight degrees Celsius inland, 10 degrees Celsius on the south and east coasts, 12 degrees Celsius on the western and northern coasts, and two degrees Celsius in the mountains, with frost formation.
– Cloud cover with isolated rain expected on Saturday and Sunday.
– On Green Monday, cloud cover will persist with increased dust in the atmosphere.

Scattered showers expected tomorrow, sunshine returns for weekend

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Scattered showers expected tomorrow, sunshine returns for weekend

– The weather on Friday will be partly cloudy with occasional sunshine.
– There is a chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms, initially mainly in the west, spreading to other areas later.
– Winds will be southwesterly to northwesterly, light to moderate (3 to 4 Beaufort), becoming moderate to strong (4 to 5 Beaufort) in the afternoon on the windward side.
– The sea condition will be smooth to slight.
– The temperature will reach around 20 degrees Celsius in the interior and on the coast, and 11 degrees Celsius in the higher mountains.
– The weekend will have increased cloudiness occasionally, possibly leading to isolated showers.
– On Green Monday, the weather will be mostly cloudy with occasional local showers or isolated thunderstorms.
– There will be occasional thin dust in the atmosphere on Sunday and Green Monday.
– The temperature during the three-day period will remain close to or slightly above the average climatic values.