A video discovered on a paramedic’s cellphone in Gaza shows marked ambulances and a fire truck with emergency lights on being fired upon by Israeli troops, resulting in the deaths of 15 aid workers. The Palestine Red Crescent Society presented the footage, contradicting Israel’s claim of self-defense, and the bodies were found in a mass grave after days of negotiation for safe passage. The paramedic filming the video was later found dead, and international condemnation has followed the incident.
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Homeowners and home buyers seize a brief — but steep — drop in mortgage rates
Mortgage applications surged to a six-month high after a brief dip in rates, with purchase activity up 9.2% and refinance activity rising 35.3%. The drop in rates was attributed to uncertainties surrounding the U.S. economy and the median home price in the U.S. hitting $398,400, prompting many buyers to take advantage of the lower rates across various types of home loans. Full Article
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