President Biden condemned the shooting at a Wisconsin Christian school, calling it "shocking and unconscionable." He expressed grief for the victims, including a teacher and student, and praised first responders. Biden urged Congress to enact stricter gun laws, citing the need to protect children from gun violence.
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Kilauea volcano in Hawaii has erupted again, sending lava over 300 feet into the air. The eruption on Halemaumau Crater's floor began at 10:16 am, with significant hazards from volcanic gas emissions and windblown volcanic glass affecting the surrounding areas.
Canadian hockey fans at the Ottawa Senators game booed the U.S. national anthem as a reaction to President Trump's tariffs on Canadian imports. Despite the hostility, the singer continued performing, and fans expressed patriotism during the Canadian anthem. Tensions over trade policies influenced their unusual behavior.
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