Anas Baba, a Palestinian journalist working for NPR, is reporting from Gaza, where international journalists are banned from independent access. The region has been devastated by a conflict between Hamas and Israel, resulting in thousands of casualties and widespread destruction. Gaza’s Health Ministry reports over 48,000 people killed by Israeli fire, with more than 90% of homes damaged or destroyed. The situation is dire, with people living in makeshift shelters without basic necessities.
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Landmark 200th St. Patrick's Day parade rolls through Montreal
In the two centuries since Montreal’s first St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the local Irish community has evolved, with longtime attendee Rick Fitzgerald noting that it has become smaller and older. Fitzgerald, who has attended the parade 50 times, reflects on the changes that have taken place over the years, highlighting the shifting demographics within the community. Despite the changes, the tradition of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Montreal continues to endure, albeit with a different...
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