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St. Patrick's Day on March 17 saw worldwide festivities, including New York's parade with 2 million spectators, Edinburgh's city-wide events, Montserrat's commemorations of a historic rebellion, and innovative celebrations like a mobile Irish pub in New England. The day highlights Irish culture and history globally.
A pygmy hippopotamus has arrived at Hai Park in Kiryat Motzkin, Israel, sourced from Prague Zoo. The zoo plans to establish a breeding program with a male arriving later this year. The arrival was delayed due to security concerns amid regional tensions.
The Buenos Aires Sports Security Committee has issued a preventive ban on confetti in stadiums after a fire damaged seats during a match between River Plate and Boca Juniors. The fire was caused by confetti igniting, leading to injuries and arrests. The ban aims to prevent future incidents as authorities review stadium safety protocols.
This month Nepal has seen a record single-day peak of climbers summiting Mount Everest from the south side while China has kept the northern route closed. An 18-year-old Australian has become the youngest Australian to reach the summit; veteran Sherpas have set new personal records. Several climbers have died this season and a dangerous serac and icefall conditions have delayed the route.
A busy Everest climbing season has seen hundreds reaching the summit from Nepal, with a surge in permits and concerns over crowding and safety. Notable young climber Bianca Adler has become the youngest Australian to summit, while Everest trends show overcrowding and environmental pressures. Five climbers have died this season.