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The US Senate confirmed Emil Bove, former defense lawyer for President Trump, to a lifetime position on the federal appeals court with a 50-49 vote, despite opposition from Democrats and two Republican senators. Bove, criticized for his loyalty to Trump and alleged misconduct, will oversee cases in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, amidst calls from former justice department employees and judges to withdraw his nomination. Want More Context? 🔎

A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting tsunami alerts in Japan, Hawaii, and parts of Alaska. The quake, which occurred at a depth of 19.3 kilometers, caused damage and evacuations in nearby Russian regions and led to warnings of potential tsunami waves up to 3 meters affecting several coastal areas across the Pacific. Want More Context? 🔎

Earthquake 'the strongest in decades', says Russian officialAn 8.7 magnitude earthquake struck 78 miles from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia, at a depth of 18 kilometers, generating a 3-4 meter tsunami in Kamchatka. While there were no reported injuries, a kindergarten was damaged, and local officials described it as the strongest tremor in decades. Want More Context? 🔎

The Senate confirmed Emil Bove, President Trump's former defense lawyer, to a lifetime position on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit with a narrow 50-49 vote, despite allegations of unethical conduct, including suggestions to ignore court orders. Critics, including former Justice Department officials and whistleblowers, have urged rejection, citing concerns about his judicial fitness and past actions during the Trump administration. Want More Context? 🔎

Millions in the US are under heat advisories as a severe heatwave affects 168 million people, particularly in the mid-west, south-east, and north-east. New York Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized the dangers of extreme heat, urging residents to check on vulnerable neighbors, while authorities set up cooling centers and extended pool hours amid record temperatures. Want More Context? 🔎

As extreme heat increasingly impacts Phoenix, the city's Fire Department is employing a novel lifesaving method: cold water immersion using bags of ice, originally developed by the military. This technique cools heatstroke victims three to five times faster than traditional methods, significantly reducing heat-related deaths despite rising temperatures, and is being stockpiled at fire stations and popular trailheads for rapid response. Want More Context? 🔎