Democrats in Congress are dealing with the aftermath of President Joe Biden’s debate performance last week, with some raising concerns about his ability to continue in the race against Donald Trump. Despite the doubts, Biden has made it clear that he is not dropping out of the race. Meanwhile, Trump is enjoying legal and political victories as he prepares for the Republican National Convention. The focus is now on the drama within the Democratic Party.
Israel has recently approved the largest seizure of land in the West Bank in over three decades, according to an anti-settlement watchdog. The move has sparked criticism from the Palestinians and the international community, who view the expansion of settlements as illegitimate. Meanwhile, a deadly stampede in India has left more than 120 people dead, with authorities investigating the causes of the tragedy.
Violence and mass shootings tend to increase in the summer months, with factors such as social events, hotter temperatures, and teenagers being out of school contributing to the higher rates of violence. President Biden’s debate performance has raised concerns among Democratic Party leaders, who worry about his ability to win the election against Trump.
Hurricane Beryl is heading towards Jamaica after causing damage and fatalities in the southeast Caribbean. U.S. wildlife officials are planning to kill hundreds of thousands of barred owls to protect the spotted owl population, which is facing extinction due to the invasion of the larger barred owls. TikTok has had a significant influence on American culture, launching numerous trends and changing the way people engage with food and fashion.
High air temperatures in Southwest cities like Phoenix and Las Vegas are posing risks for surface burns, especially for vulnerable groups like young children and older adults. Last summer saw an increase in hospitalizations due to contact burns from hot surfaces, and this trend is expected to continue this year.
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