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For those interested in watching a firework show the Los Angeles County Fire Department compiled an online list of firework displays, put on by certified professionals, which can be found here or by calling 888-654-3473.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

AFP witnessed one volunteer urging soldiers to put down their rifles and help with the rubble removal.

From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026

Latecomers put their pillows ever closer to the platform’s edge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

"We now need to put sensible arrangements in place for what has been proposed in the coalition committee," he said.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

Dr. Harlow dresses the burnt skin and has Phineas put to bed with his head elevated.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman