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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

They can be used as backup power, or temporary power solutions as data centers wait to be connected to the larger electrical grid.

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

Because of the discovery of ether anesthesia, the doctors in the Ether Dome can take their time operating.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman