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Wildfires in California and Central Oregon intensified, leading to hundreds of evacuations as firefighters battled the blazes amid extreme heat. The Pickett Fire in Napa County grew to over 10 square miles and was 11% contained, while Oregon's Flat Fire expanded to nearly 34 square miles, with thousands of homes under evacuation orders, complicating firefighting efforts due to challenging terrain and dry conditions. Want More Context? 🔎

Israeli bulldozers, accompanied by military forces, uprooted hundreds of olive trees in the West Bank village of al-Mughayyir, affecting local farmers' livelihoods and escalating tensions amid ongoing violence in the region. Residents reported that the demolition began following a shooting incident, with the Israeli army vowing punitive measures against villages linked to attacks on Israelis, amidst rising casualties since the Gaza conflict intensified. Want More Context? 🔎

Jerry Adler, known for his role as Hesh Rabkin on The Sopranos, passed away at 96, as confirmed by friend Frank J. Reilly. An accomplished theater veteran and director, Adler gained fame later in life, appearing in numerous shows including The Good Wife, where his character became a fan favorite over six years. Want More Context? 🔎

Over 2.2 million people have signed a petition urging Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to show leniency for Harjinder Singh, a 28-year-old Indian-origin man facing vehicular homicide charges after a crash that killed three people. Singh, who entered the US illegally in 2018, is accused of making an illegal U-turn; if convicted, he could face up to 45 years in prison, sparking a divisive debate on social media regarding the severity of his potential sentence. Want...

Ten individuals were involved in a crash near Maketū, Bay of Plenty, where a van rolled on Wilson Rd North. Emergency services, including St John and Fire and Emergency NZ, are on-site treating multiple victims with varying injuries, while police manage traffic and council contractors work to remove the vehicle. Want More Context? 🔎

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