What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse

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  I can tell you what we know so far about the Baltimore bridge collapse:   Incident: A large cargo ship, the Dali, collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on Tuesday, March 26th, 2024 The ship reportedly lost power before hitting a support column, causing a significant portion of the bridge to collapse into the Patapsco River. Casualties:   Tragically, six construction workers who were on the bridge at the time are presumed dead. Thankfully, two people were rescued from the water. Impact: This incident has severely disrupted traffic flow in Baltimore as the bridge is a major artery. The collapse could also have significant economic consequences, potentially impacting the port's operations for months. Investigation: The cause of the power loss on the ship and the full extent of the damage are still under investigation. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is likely looking into various factors, including the ship's operational records, the bridge'

Moscow concert hall attack: What do we know so far?

 The Moscow concert hall attack is a very recent event, having just happened yesterday (March 22nd, 2024). Here's a summary of what we know so far:


Fatalities and Injuries: The reported death toll is at least 60, with over 145 people injured [Al Jazeera].

Location: The attack occurred at Crocus City Hall, a large concert venue northwest of central Moscow [NBC News].

Attackers: Details are scarce. Reports describe masked gunmen, but there haven't been any reports of their capture [Al Jazeera].

Responsibility: The Islamic State (ISIL) has claimed responsibility for the attack, but confirmation is ongoing [NBC News].

Investigation: The investigation is in its early stages. Authorities are still piecing together details about the attackers' motives and how they carried out the assault [Al Jazeera].

As this is a developing situation, expect further updates to emerge. Keep an eye on reliable news sources like Al Jazeera or NBC News for the latest information.

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