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His estate was awarded $50,000 in a class-action lawsuit over his cause of death.

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Scientists have long debated the cause of this delay, considering explanations such as volcanic emissions, chemical sinks, and biological interactions.

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Multiple local authorities described the incident as an explosion, though regional Governor Alfonso Durazo said the exact cause had yet to be determined.

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He said there was no indication that the fire had been started intentionally, but added that he could not rule out an investigation into the cause.

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He is a long-standing supporter of the Palestinian cause but has also made a point of vocally denouncing antisemitism in recent months.

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