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Aid trucks have commenced entering Gaza from southern Israel as part of a new agreement to bypass the Rafah crossing with Egypt. This move comes after Israeli forces took control of the Palestinian side of the crossing earlier this month. Egypt has refused to reopen its side of the Rafah crossing until control is handed back to Palestinians. Under pressure from the U.S. and Israel, Egypt has agreed to redirect traffic through Israel’s Kerem Shalom crossing, which is Gaza’s primary cargo terminal. However, due to fighting linked to Israel’s offensive in Rafah, access to the crossing has been limited. While Israel claims to have allowed hundreds of trucks to enter, United Nations agencies have stated that it is often too risky to retrieve the aid on the Gaza side.
Tornado Causes Damage in Texas and Oklahoma
A tornado touched down and crossed an interstate in Texas, resulting in damage and potential injuries as severe storms moved through Texas and Oklahoma. Forecasters issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings for various parts of both states. In Denton County, Texas, a tornado caused damage to homes, power lines, and trees. The tornado also overturned tractor-trailer trucks, halting traffic on Interstate 35. Meanwhile, the National Weather Service’s office in Norman, Oklahoma, issued a warning for an area north of Oklahoma City, urging residents to seek shelter immediately. Additionally, an excessive heat warning has been issued for South Texas, where temperatures are expected to reach 120 degrees Fahrenheit over the holiday weekend.
UN Estimates Over 670 Deaths in Papua New Guinea Landslide
The International Organization for Migration has revised its estimate of the death toll from a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea to over 670. The chief of the U.N. migration agency’s mission in the country stated that calculations by Yambali village and Enga provincial officials indicate that more than 150 homes were buried by the landslide that occurred on Friday. Previously, the death toll was believed to be lower, with local officials initially reporting 100 or more deaths. However, as of Sunday, only five bodies and a partial sixth victim have been recovered.
Trump Faces Booing at Libertarian Convention
Former President Donald Trump was met with repeated boos while speaking at the Libertarian Party National Convention in Washington. Many attendees shouted insults during his speech, criticizing him for escalating federal deficits and benefiting pharmaceutical companies through the development of COVID-19 vaccines. Upon taking the stage on Saturday night, Trump faced a divided audience, with some supporters cheering and chanting “USA! USA!” while others expressed their disapproval. This encounter marked a rare instance of Trump facing detractors, a departure from his usual rallies where he is met with unwavering support.
Chilean Volunteer Firefighter Accused of Causing Deadly Forest Fire
A Chilean judge has ordered the detention of a volunteer firefighter and a former forestry official for their alleged involvement in starting a massive forest fire that claimed 137 lives and displaced 16,000 people in February. The court in Valparaiso granted a 180-day detention period for the two suspects as investigations continue. The main suspect, Francisco Mondaca, a 22-year-old volunteer firefighter, is accused of physically starting the fire. Authorities found flares and fireworks in Mondaca’s vehicle. The second suspect, Franco Pinto, a former employee of the National Forest Corporation, is implicated in planning the crime.
Disney Composer Richard M. Sherman Passes Away at 95
Richard M. Sherman, one half of the renowned songwriting duo responsible for composing classic Disney tunes, has died at the age of 95. Alongside his late brother Robert, Sherman penned numerous songs for Disney films such as “Mary Poppins,” “The Jungle Book,” and “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.” The brothers also wrote the iconic song “It’s a Small World (After All).” The Walt Disney Co. announced Sherman’s passing on Saturday due to age-related illness. The duo won two Academy Awards for their work on Disney’s 1964 hit film “Mary Poppins.”
Chinese and Japanese Leaders Meet in South Korea
Leaders from China and Japan have arrived in Seoul for separate meetings with South Korea’s president ahead of a trilateral gathering. Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida are scheduled to hold bilateral talks with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol to discuss opportunities for cooperation. The three leaders will convene for a trilateral meeting on Monday, marking the first such meeting in over four years. While no major announcements are anticipated from the trilateral talks, the meeting signifies a positive step towards enhancing relations between the three Asian nations.
Spelling Bee Success Reflects Indian Immigrant Impact
Since 1999, 28 of the last 34 Scripps National Spelling Bee champions have been Indian American. The majority of these winners are the children of parents who immigrated to the United States on student or work visas. The achievements of first-generation Indian Americans and their spelling bee champion offspring underscore the economic prosperity and cultural influence of the second-largest immigrant group in the U.S. Many Indian American parents stress the value of education to their children, viewing education as the gateway to success in America. The upcoming spelling bee, set to commence outside Washington, is expected to feature numerous Indian American contenders.
PGA Golfer Grayson Murray Passes Away
Two-time PGA Tour winner Grayson Murray has died at the age of 30, as confirmed by the PGA Tour and his management company GSE Worldwide. Murray’s cause of death has not been disclosed. The golfer had withdrawn from the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial after opening with a 68 and being 5 over for his round. Murray secured victories at the Sony Open earlier this year and the Barbasol Championship in 2017. His sudden passing has left the golfing community in shock.
Rare Blue-Eyed Cicada Spotted in Illinois
The 2024 cicada emergence is underway in Illinois, with a rare blue-eyed female Magicicada cassini cicada sighted at The Morton Arboretum in suburban Chicago. This unusual sighting attracted attention from onlookers before the cicada was released back into its natural habitat alongside its red-eyed counterparts. According to the collections manager of the Department of Entomology at the Smithsonian Institute, blue-eyed cicadas are rare, though the exact frequency of their appearance is difficult to determine. The emergence of periodical cicadas every 13 or 17 years is a natural phenomenon, with the 17-year brood beginning to emerge in parts of northern Illinois.
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