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The Texas floods on July 4 left over 130 fatalities, with authorities releasing distressing 911 calls that reveal the urgency of the situation. Kerrville Police Chief Chris McCall stated that some callers did not survive, urging the public to keep the victims' loved ones in their thoughts.

The calls included desperate pleas for help from those trapped in rising waters, including a woman at Camp Mystic, who reported, 'There is water everywhere, we cannot move.' In another call, a woman noted that cabins were floating, highlighting the extreme conditions faced by the victims.

On a separate note, Netflix has announced its acquisition of Warner Bros. for $82.7 billion, a significant move in the streaming industry. This merger combines Netflix, the largest streaming service, with a historic studio, enhancing Netflix's content creation capabilities.

The deal is expected to finalize after Warner Bros. Discovery separates its television networks, with Netflix paying $27.75 per share. Meanwhile, the U.S. military faced scrutiny over a controversial boat strike that killed survivors of a previous attack, leading to debates about the legality of such actions.

Survivors were reportedly seen waving for help before the second strike occurred, prompting concerns about potential war crimes. In community news, following a mall shooting, local residents quickly provided shelter and support to frightened shoppers, demonstrating resilience.

Lastly, a measles outbreak in the U.S. has reached record levels, with over 1,800 cases reported, the highest in decades, primarily linked to an outbreak in Texas, where two children died due to the disease.

Health officials are stressing the importance of vaccination to prevent further outbreaks.