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The video covers three main news stories: militants in the Gaza Strip fired rockets into Israel, prompting the IDF to intercept some and close schools and businesses near the border. Former President Jimmy Carter is hospitalized in Georgia for a procedure to relieve brain pressure caused by recent falls. In Australia, bushfires are raging across New South Wales, with 74 fires burning and a total fire ban in place as fire crews work to contain the blazes.

What action did Israel take in response to the rocket attacks from Gaza?

• Increased trade with Gaza

• Closed all schools and nonessential businesses near the border

• Opened all schools near the border

• Deployed ground troops into Gaza

What was the reason for Jimmy Carter's hospitalization?

• A heart attack

• A procedure to relieve brain pressure

• A routine check-up

• A broken leg

What was the cause of the pressure on Jimmy Carter's brain?

• A car accident

• A genetic condition

• A viral infection

• A recent fall

How many fires were burning across New South Wales as of 9:00 PM local time?

• 36

• 100

• 74

• 50

What measure did the NSW Rural Fire Service implement due to the bushfires?

• A curfew for residents

• A water usage restriction

• Evacuation of the entire state

• A total fire ban