SUMMARY: Fox Four News reports a freight train derailment near Gordon in Palo Pinto County involving 35 cars and a grass fire; no leaks or injuries reported. Dallas city officials consider closing the Skillman Library amid budget cuts, despite efforts to keep it open. Arlington ISD expresses frustration over inaccurate STAAR test scores and plans an appeal, expecting improvements. Meanwhile, humanitarian conditions in Gaza remain catastrophic, with hospitals overwhelmed and over 1,600 deaths since May. Indonesia plans to airdrop 800 tons of aid. Diplomatic efforts for an Israel-Hamas ceasefire stalled, with Israeli PM Netanyahu stating a partial deal window has closed.

Here are four stories you should know about for Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. Cleanup is underway after major train derailment in Palo Pinto County. Dallas is considering closing four libraries. Arlington ISD is expressing frustration over what they say are inaccurate STAAR test scores. And mediators in Egypt are trying to help iron out a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Here’s what we know about the war.

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SUMMARY: President Donald Trump, now chairman of the Kennedy Center, announced nominees for the Kennedy Center Honors, including George Strait, Sylvester Stallone, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, and Michael Crawford. Trump pledged a full renovation of the center, aiming to restore it as a premier cultural venue for America’s 250th anniversary. After avoiding the event during his first term due to artist protests, Trump has taken control by replacing the board with loyalists and involving himself heavily in honoree selection, rejecting those he deemed “too woke.” His leadership has sparked criticism, including the withdrawal of “Hamilton” producers, amid controversies over programming and proposed renaming efforts.

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SUMMARY: Experts warn that excessive screen time can reshape eyes and increase nearsightedness in children. Today, over one-third of kids worldwide are nearsighted, up from one in four a generation ago. UT physician Dr. Stephanie Handel explains that constant near work, like using phones or devices, causes the eye to elongate, worsening nearsightedness. Lamar High students report spending several hours daily on screens, with the average child using screens 7.5 hours a day. To reduce digital eye strain, experts recommend the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Additionally, spending at least two hours outdoors daily can help lower nearsightedness risk.

There are some simple ways to help prevent vision problems, according to an optometrist with UT Physicians.

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