Dangerous wildfire smoke hurting air quality in US as extreme heat and fire concerns grow

Berkshire Hathaway reported a significant profit decline in Q2, earning $12.37 billion due to a $3.76 billion writedown on its Kraft Heinz stake, as the food company considers reversing its merger. Despite this, Berkshire's operating earnings slightly decreased to $11.16 billion, surpassing analyst expectations, while CEO Warren Buffett prepares to transition leadership to Vice Chairman Greg Abel later this year. Want More Context? 🔎

A federal appeals panel has limited President Trump's efforts to close the U.S. asylum system, ruling that his administration cannot unilaterally suspend laws protecting migrants from deportation to places where they face persecution. While allowing some aspects of Trump's proclamation to remain, the judges emphasized that migrants must still have access to mandatory humanitarian protections under U.S. law. Want More Context? 🔎

Austin Drummond, a 28-year-old suspect in a quadruple murder case in Tiptonville, Tennessee, is currently being hunted by police after his abandoned vehicle was discovered. The victims, related to Drummond's girlfriend, were found earlier this week, and he is considered armed and dangerous, with a $15,000 reward offered for information leading to his arrest. Want More Context? 🔎

Amber Meade suffered from debilitating pain following foot surgery, which led to a diagnosis of chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) nearly a year later. Despite various treatments and a specialized physical therapy routine, CRPS remains a lifelong condition with no cure, impacting her daily life and ability to participate in family activities. Want More Context? 🔎

A Florida jury found Tesla partly liable for a 2019 crash involving a Model S with Autopilot, resulting in a $329 million verdict, including $200 million in punitive damages. Tesla plans to appeal, asserting the driver was solely at fault, while plaintiffs argue the software's failures contributed to the accident, marking a significant setback for the company and its self-driving technology claims. Want More Context? 🔎

A shooting at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana, has left four people dead, with the suspect, Michael Paul Brown, still at large and considered armed and dangerous. Authorities are urging residents to stay indoors while law enforcement, including the FBI, conducts a manhunt assisted by drones. Want More Context? 🔎