Hamas releases names of hostages due for release on Saturday

Thunder vs. Pacers Game HighlightsDuring Game 2 of the Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder maintained a strong lead against the Indiana Pacers, heading into halftime with a score of 59-41. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led all scorers with 15 points, while the Thunder's defense stifled the Pacers, limiting them to just 34.9% shooting. Despite a brief 10-0 run from Indiana, the Thunder's aggressive play and crowd support kept them firmly in control of the game. Full Article

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has pledged to prevent the aid vessel Madleen, carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists, from reaching Gaza, emphasizing that Israel will act against any attempts to breach its naval blockade. The ship, which departed Sicily, aims to deliver humanitarian aid amidst a worsening crisis in Gaza, while Katz labeled the mission a "hate flotilla" and warned activists to turn back. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, responsible for aid distribution in the...

The NHS is urgently seeking one million new blood donors to address a critical shortfall, having faced low stocks and issued an ‘amber alert’ due to insufficient donations over the past year. Four-year-old Isaac Balmer, who receives regular transfusions for hereditary spherocytosis, symbolizes the need for increased donations, as his mother emphasizes the life-saving impact of donor blood. NHS Blood and Transplant officials stress the importance of diverse donors, especially those with O negative blood,...

Activists report that Israeli troops have boarded the Madleen, a yacht attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, with communication lost shortly after the incident. Among those on board is climate activist Greta Thunberg, and the vessel is reportedly located off the Egyptian coast. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that the military was ordered to prevent the ship from breaching the blockade of Gaza, which Israel maintains is essential to stop weapons from reaching...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Unrealistic job postings can discourage qualified candidates. Han Lee from Lico Resources advises applicants to recognize that job descriptions are often wish lists and that having 60-70% of the qualifications is sufficient to apply confidently. Companies may also post jobs to collect resumes for future openings rather than immediate hires. Full Article

Severe Storms Impact the SouthSevere storms across the South over the weekend resulted in two fatalities from falling trees and left nearly 150,000 people without power, with significant damage reported from Texas to South Carolina. Mississippi and Georgia each recorded one death due to trees falling on vehicles, while an EF-1 tornado caused injuries and property damage in Arkansas. The National Weather Service anticipates another wave of severe weather, including destructive winds and potential tornadoes,...