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The leaders of Ireland, Norway and Spain announced their countries would officially recognize the Palestinian state on May 28. Simon Harris, the Irish taoiseach or prime minister, said he was convinced that other countries would join him. In Norway, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre insisted that without recognition of the Palestinian state, “there can be no peace in the Middle East.” Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz said he would recall the ambassadors of the three states. More than 100 United Nations member states recognize a Palestinian state. This is not the case for the United States and many European countries.
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris, left, flanked by Irish Foreign Minister Micheál Martin, speaks in Dublin on Wednesday to announce Ireland’s recognition of a Palestinian state.
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Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris, left, flanked by Irish Foreign Minister Micheál Martin, speaks in Dublin on Wednesday to announce Ireland’s recognition of a Palestinian state.
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- Little will change in Spain, which already has open channels of communication with the Palestinian Authority, reports independent NPR journalist Miguel Macias. “You could say it’s mostly a symbolic gesture.” But with more countries making this decision, the Palestinians could have more leverage when it comes to a potential peace deal.
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump and two co-defendants appear in a Florida court today. ask a federal judge to dismiss the charges against their clients. Trump is accused of taking classified documents with him to his Mar-a-Lago home and then participating in a plot to hide documents from federal investigators. The former president’s lawyers say he is the victim of “selective and vindictive” prosecutions, and that this case constitutes a “personal and political attack” against him. Earlier this month, a federal judge indefinitely delayed the start of the trial.
- The case is unlikely to start before the fall at the earliest, NPR’s Greg Allen says. Lawyers for Trump and his co-defendants have filed a series of motions, including today’s, that contain references to sensitive information that prosecutors do not want made public before trial. The confidential nature of the documents is another complication, as the jury will not be allowed to see them
Ascension, one of the nation’s largest health systems, is still dealing with the aftermath of a ransomware attack two weeks ago. Hospital staff do not have access to electronic records, and the system’s pharmacies have also been hit hard, making it difficult for patients to access their medications. Healthcare systems have become increasingly attractive targets for cyberattacks due to the amount of sensitive patient data they hold and their level of funding.
- “There are delays at every stage” Olivia Aldridge of NPR station KUT in Austin says. Staff must do everything by hand, including writing orders for medications, imaging and labs, which must be delivered on foot to other departments. Ascension is working with several cybersecurity companies and federal agencies, including the FBI, as part of an ongoing investigation.
Deep dive
A Singapore Airlines plane takes off after taking off from Singapore’s Changi Airport on February 20. A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore has been diverted after encountering severe turbulence.
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A Singapore Airlines plane takes off after taking off from Singapore’s Changi Airport on February 20. A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore has been diverted after encountering severe turbulence.
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One man died and 30 people were injured yesterday after a Singapore Airlines flight experienced severe turbulence. The deceased passenger may have had a heart attack, the general director of Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport told reporters. Turbulence is generally a minor inconvenience, but its severity can vary. Here’s why this happens and how you can stay safe.
- Turbulence is irregular air movement this causes erratic changes in the aircraft’s altitude or angle. Passengers may feel jerking, jerking, or jerking.
- Atmospheric pressure, air around mountains, weather fronts or storms and jet streams all this can cause turbulence.
- Clear air turbulence is one of the most dangerous forms because this gives no visible warning and can occur before drivers have time to turn on the “Fasten your seat belt” sign.
- Injuries due to turbulence are rare. Most seriously injured passengers were not wearing seat belts, according to a 2021 National Transportation Safety Board report.
Today, there is 55% more severe turbulence on flights than in the 1970s, according to Paul Williams, professor of atmospheric sciences at the University of Reading. On Morning editionhe explains why this is partly due to climate change.
The Science of Siblings
Eddie Almance (left) and his sister Leila pose for their cousin Ailem Villarreal on the rooftop of the Marriott Hotel in downtown Odessa, Texas, before heading to prom. Their grandmother says that for seven generations, the family members have forged close ties.
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Eddie Almance (left) and his sister Leila pose for their cousin Ailem Villarreal on the rooftop of the Marriott Hotel in downtown Odessa, Texas, before heading to prom. Their grandmother says that for seven generations, the family members have forged close ties.
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THE Sibling Science is a new series from NPR exploring how our brothers and sisters can influence us, from our money and our mental health to our very molecules.
Many people count their siblings among their best friends. The Science of Siblings team asked NPR readers to share personal stories about their sibling relationships and received more than 100 responses. Some spoke of the strength of their bond from the beginning. Others explained how their bonds strengthened and evolved over time. Whether it’s coming together during health crises or staying in touch through group chats, readers shared their secrets to strengthening brotherly bonds.
3 things to know before you leave
Harlan Gough holds a recently collected tiger beetle attached to a tether.
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Harlan Gough holds a recently collected tiger beetle attached to a tether.
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- For many insects, flying at night is a matter of life and death, because hungry bats use their echolocation to search for food. New research reveals that tiger beetles produce their own ultrasound sounds to trick bats into thinking they are poisonous.
- Patricia Nieshoff found herself alone in the hospital in September 2006 after her son had a grand mal seizure. With no family nearby, she was afraid until a neighbor and unsung hero showed up to support her.
- New research finds microplastics can accumulate in the testicles of humans and dogs – adding new meaning to the term “plastic waste”.
This newsletter was published by Majd Al-Waheidi.
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