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On October 1, 2024, a shooting and stabbing attack in Tel Aviv left six civilians dead and nine injured. The assailants were neutralized by police and civilians. This incident coincided with Iran launching over 180 missiles at Israel, escalating tensions in the region.
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On October 2, 2024, an annular solar eclipse occurred, visible primarily over Easter Island, Argentina, and Chile. The event featured a 'ring of fire' effect as the moon obscured most of the sun, while a partial eclipse was visible in a broader region, including Brazil and Hawaii.
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Two Chinese nationals were killed in a terrorist attack near Karachi's international airport on Sunday night. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility, stating they targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers. The incident raises concerns over the safety of Chinese workers in Pakistan amid ongoing separatist violence.
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The UK Ministry of Defence plans to sell Middlewick Ranges for housing, despite its ecological significance. Conservationists argue that flawed environmental assessments underestimate the site's biodiversity, which includes rare species and habitats. Experts urge the government to reconsider the sale, warning it could set a dangerous precedent for future developments.
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The Taliban's Ministry for Vice and Virtue has imposed a ban on media in several Afghan provinces from showing images of living beings, including people and animals. This directive raises significant concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists in Afghanistan as the regime tightens its grip on media representation.
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Dunedin Airport in New Zealand has introduced a three-minute limit on goodbye hugs in its drop-off zone to prevent traffic congestion. The airport's CEO stated that the rule aims to facilitate quick farewells while allowing longer goodbyes in the car park. The policy has sparked mixed reactions on social media.