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Global tensions rise as past atrocities like Srebrenica are invoked amid Gaza's crisis, while concerns grow over extremism linked to 'traditional values' and backlash follows a Texas official's racist remarks.

Child at California day camp killed by falling tree branch; others injured

The Washington TimesThursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:39:00 PM
Child at California day camp killed by falling tree branch; others injured
A tragic accident at a California day camp left one child dead and several others injured when a tree branch suddenly fell on them. The incident happened in the Santa Monica Mountains, turning what should have been a fun summer outing into a heartbreaking disaster.
Editor’s Note: This story hits hard because it’s the kind of freak accident no parent should ever have to fear—kids just trying to enjoy camp, only for nature to turn deadly in an instant. It raises tough questions about safety checks in outdoor spaces, especially with climate change making extreme weather (and weakened trees) more common. A grim reminder that even routine outings can carry hidden risks.
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