The western U.S. is at high risk of devastating wildfires during the current scorching heat wave. But California developers are still building homes in fire zones. The Sacramento Bee explains why. Senate Republicans blocked a sweeping bill from Democrats to overhaul federal voting rules. The Washington Post reports on how it happened and what comes next. It’s ridiculously easy to make a fake vaccination card in America. Bloomberg News breaks down why that’s bad news for businesses across the country. If you’re feeling anxious about returning to post-pandemic life, some experts recommend befriending a tree. The Wall Street Journal explains why this isn’t as crazy as it may sound.

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