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Several other strains of the bacteria exist and can infect other host plants, including citrus, stone fruits, almonds, oleander and some shade trees, according to the California Pierce’s Disease Control Program.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The insect can be identified by its flat triangular head, large eyes and clear wings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Its “rockblock” generators are made in factories and transported to their destination, where they can be assembled Lego-like into power systems of various sizes.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

"That's one of my favourite things," she says "I can write a song about being petty or jealous or super insecure, and I get it off my chest in a way that seems productive."

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The Whole Brainers believe that thoughts and commands can originate anywhere in the brain jelly/cloud and flash into action.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman