News in :90 – Dec. 5, 2023

 

11 bodies of climbers were found by rescuers searching the hazardous slopes of Indonesia’s Mount Marapi Volcano. 1 person still remains missing as officials comfirm 22 dead. Following the eruption on Sunday, more than 50 climbers were rescued.

A bloody new phase of the Israel-Palestinian conflict has erupted. The bombardment by Israel in and around Gaza’s second largest city has intensified, sending numerous ambulances and private cars into the local hospital carrying the wounded.

Israel says it is being more precise as it widens its offensive into Southern Gaza, after destroying much of the North after facing pressure from the U.S. Palestinians are fearing for their safety and the loss of their homes.

This fall, the University of St. Thomas opened a new fuel station intended for student athletes on training days. The University’s sports dieticians believe that this will help in the effort to further diversify the community landscape.

Maria Galo Garcia can be reached at galo5245@stthomas.edu