About 80 hostages held in Gaza are believed to be still alive, according to the Israeli government. Israel declared a further four hostages dead on Monday. Three of them had appeared in a video in December begging for their release. In March, Hamas claimed the men were killed by Israeli strikes. Hamas said numerous hostages have been killed by Israel’s ground and air operations in Gaza. Israel said it has discovered the remains of hostages killed execution-style by Hamas. Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed more than 36,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. Protesters blocked a Tel Aviv highway…
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Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why do astronomers look for signs of life on other planets based on how life is on Earth? Couldn’t there be totally different kinds of life on other planets? – Henry, age 13, Somerville, Massachusetts Have you ever played hide-and-seek in a new place? It’s much harder than playing at home. You only know the obvious hiding spots: under the bed, in the closet, behind the couch. The trick is trying to think of hiding…
The King has approved the nomination of The Right Reverend Mike Harrison, Suffragan Bishop of Dunwich in the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich, for election as Bishop of Exeter, in succession to The Right Reverend Robert Atwell, following his retirement. Background Mike’s undergraduate studies were in Mathematics & Statistics at Selwyn College, Cambridge, after which he worked as both a Management Consultant and a Social Worker in London. He trained for ministry at Oxford and served as Assistant Curate at St Anne and All Saints, South Lambeth in the Southwark Diocese for four years. During this time he studied…
Home » Places » Klis Historic Klis Fortress: Stunning views and rich history Welcome to our comprehensive travel guide for visiting Fortress Klis, a destination known for its unique blend of cultural richness, history, and educational value in Klis, Croatia. Here, you will find detailed insights into what makes Fortress Klis such a unique cultural attraction. About Perched above the village of Klis near Split, Klis Fortress is not just a historic marvel but a cultural treasure. It’s known for its panoramic views that are simply a photographer’s dream. But there’s more – the fortress is tied to local traditions…
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke by phone today with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan about the proposal to achieve an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, secure the release of all hostages, and end the war. They discussed the deal’s extensive benefits for the people of Gaza, including a massive influx of humanitarian assistance, the return of Palestinians to North Gaza, and the beginning of the reconstruction of Gaza. The Secretary underscored that the proposal is in the interests of both Israelis and Palestinians. He emphasized that Hamas should accept the deal and that every country with a relationship with Hamas should press it to do…
I became newly worried about the state of democracy when, a few years ago, my mother was elected president of her neighborhood garden club. Her election wasn’t my worry – far from it. At the time, I was trying to resolve a conflict on a large email group I had created. Someone, inevitably, was being a jerk on the internet. I had the power to remove them, but did I have the right? I realized that the garden club had in its bylaws something I had never seen in nearly all the online communities I had been part of: basic…
Last week, Science and Industry Minister Ed Husic announced with little fanfare that the position of Australia’s Women in STEM Ambassador would be discontinued, effective three days later. The role was created in October 2018 “to encourage girls and women to study and work in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields”. Astrophysicist Lisa Harvey-Smith held the job for its entire existence. Was the ambassador a success? It’s hard to quantify exactly, but Department of Industry figures show the number of women in STEM-qualified occupations increased by 38% during the ambassador’s tenure, compared with a 10% rise for men. University…
DUBLIN, June 4 (Reuters) – Ireland’s manufacturing sector steadied last month after contracting in April although demand remained subdued, a survey showed on Tuesday. The AIB S&P Global manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for Ireland stood at 49.8 in May, up from April’s nine-month low of 47.6, and close to the all-important 50 level that marks growth in activity. Respondents to the survey said economic conditions continued to be sluggish, with demand from domestic and international customers subdued. Still, production volumes and incoming new work only fell marginally, and there was a solid rise in staffing levels that reflected increased…
More finance newsJosé Manuel Campa has been Chair of the European Banking Authority (EBA) since March 2019. He talks to us about the role of the EBA, how prepared banks are to weather future crises, and how digitalization is impacting the EU’s banking sector.What does the EBA do to make the EU banking sector work for all of us who depend on it?First, we contribute to the single set of rules that lay down how banks work and operate within the European Union and ensure consistent supervision of the banks. The rules are written with two main goals in mind. One…
Instead, Biden appears set to attend a Hollywood fundraising event planned for the summit weekend. “The Vice President will underscore the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s effort to secure a just and lasting peace, based on Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and the principles of the U.N. Charter,” the White House said. Ukraine has already secured promises from more than 100 countries to attend, according to Zelenskyy’s office, although some key states, including China, refused to come, citing the absence of a representative from Russia during the summit. Zelenskyy criticized Beijing for skipping the event, saying it was helping…