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Fan Dies at Taylor Swift Concert in Rio’s Extreme Heat
Many fans fell sick at the show, where temperatures broke records and concertgoers complained of a lack of water. Saturday’s…
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Health Risks Linked to Climate Change Are Getting Worse, Experts Warn
The 8th update to a major international report shows more people are getting sick and dying from extreme heat, drought…
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Why Summers May Never Be the Same
The globe’s warmest months on record redefined summer for many Americans.
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Workers Exposed to Extreme Heat Have Few Protections
Tens of millions of Americans are struggling to cope with soaring temperatures. OSHA is developing new workplace safety standards, but…
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Central U.S. Swelters Under Heat Dome, Forcing Cancellations and Precautions
A summer of extreme weather continued as residents coped with oppressive heat across a large stretch of the nation’s midsection.
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It’s Been a Hellish Summer for the Mediterranean. And It’s Not Over.
Record heat and wildfires have turned summer holidays into nightmares and called into question the future of cherished tourist destinations.
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How to Stay Cool in New York City During Extreme Heat
Officials are encouraging residents to take advantage of cooling centers and splash pads. They are also warning against operating air…
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What You Can Do at Home to Help Stem Climate Change
Relatively simple measures like thermostat control, composting and switching to electric appliances can make a big difference.
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It’s Scorching in Iran, and There’s Less and Less Water to Help
Water shortages from longtime mismanagement have left people with shrinking options, as temperatures spike and growing poverty makes air-conditioning unaffordable…
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Around the Globe, Searing Heat With No Sign of Relief
In Asia, Europe and the United States, records are shattering, and forecasters say there’s no respite in sight.
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