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Record heat wave fueling multiple California wildfires
Firefighters working in record heat are making progress against a wall of flames north of Sacramento that's forced thousands to leave their homes. Meanwhile, about 200 miles south of Oroville, the fast-moving French Fire triggered evacuation ...California -
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Torrid heat bakes millions across US, setting records and fanning wildfires
Forecasters say a long-running heat wave that has already shattered previous records across the U.S. will persist, baking parts of the West with dangerous temperatures that will soar into the 100s -
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TSA expects to screen a record number of travelers for the July 4th weekend
A long Fourth of July holiday weekend in the United States is expected to create new travel records -
Financial Times - World
Lib Dems return record number of MPs after Tory rout
Ed Davey’s party makes biggest gain in seats in its history, defeating two cabinet ministers -
ABC News - World
How Labour beat the Conservatives in Britain after 14 years, by the numbers
Great Britain’s Labour Party has defeated the Conservatives in a historic parliamentary electionUnited Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
Charter’s stock is down 20% this year — but Citi sees new reason to sell
Citi just downgraded Charter’s stock, warning that estimates could be too high. -
The Guardian - World
‘Once in a lifetime event’: rare chance to see explosion on dwarf star 3,000 light years away
T Coronae Borealis, or the Blaze Star, was last seen in 1946 and will be visible again some time between now and September. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastIn what is being called a “once-in-a-lifetime ... -
CNBC - Business
26-year-old was dropped from her record label, worked as a nanny and barista—4 years later, she's a breakout pop star
Singer Chappell Roan's quick rise to pop stardom didn't happen overnight — and presented a new set of career challenges for the 26-year-old from Missouri. -
CNBC - Business
SoftBank stock hits its first record high in 24 years — Arm and AI helped it get there
SoftBank shares have been boosted by the improved financial performance in the Vision Fund and by a rally in the stock of chip designer Arm. -
ABC News - Sports
In an Olympic tuneup, Ukraine's top high jumper breaks the 37-year-old world record
Yaroslava Mahuchikh of Ukraine has set a world record in the women’s high jump at a Diamond League track and field meeting in ParisUkraine -
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Blazing wildfires force evacuations in California
Low humidity, gusty winds, and a dangerous heatwave are exacerbating fire risks in the northern part of the state.California -
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California grapples with extreme heat and wildfires
The West Coast is sizzling under extreme heat, with several cities reaching temperatures 15 to 30 degrees above normal for this time of year. The intense heat and dry brush are also fueling wildfires near Yosemite National Park and in Northern ...California -
The Wall Street Journal - World
BMW Hopes to Be a Steady Hand Amid EV Uncertainty
BMW is sticking to planned investments for its battery-powered future while holding onto its conventional gasoline-fueled roots, its technology chief Frank Weber said in an interview. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden Presses Netanyahu to Close Cease-Fire Deal After Talks Show Progress
An embattled U.S. president pressed the Israeli prime minister to hammer out a Gaza cease-fire deal, saying now is the time to save the lives of hostages held by Hamas.Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Summer in the Hamptons Means $30 Berries and $120 Lobster Salad
The exclusive summertime playground also offers an $8.50 kimchi-cheddar croissant. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
What Happens if Biden Drops Out of the Election?
Democratic unity showed cracks after his shaky debate performance against Trump.Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Hard Financial Lessons I Learned as a New Freelancer
The first few months of being on my own were exhilarating—and scary. I needed to understand that I had to run my new business like a business. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Frostbite' Review: The Art of Keeping Cool
Refrigeration changed everything, overcoming seasonal and geographic limits on food, making shopping a weekly routine and not a daily one. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Why Young Voters Have Tired of the Biden Years
Things are a lot worse for them than the were in the days of Trump.Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Civilizational Imperative to Wear Seersucker in Summer
Shorts and T-shirts have become our national go-to outfit, but a classic lightweight suit looks better on almost every man—and the stripes are optional. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Wall Street Bids Adieu to Its Biggest Bear
JPMorgan’s Marko Kolanovic had a knack for making aggressive calls, but now the analyst is out after missing a roaring bull market. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
For $10.25 Million: A New Orleans Mansion With a Wine Cellar, 'PsychedelicRoom' and Ghosts
The infamous Lalaurie Mansion, which spans roughly 10,300 square feet in the city’s French Quarter, is rumored to be haunted. -
BBC News - Top stories
Electioncast: Starmer Inside No 10
Starmer holds cabinet meeting on his first full day as PM -
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26,000 Evacuate as Wildfire Spreads in Northern California
The fire has burned more than 3,000 acres and threatened residents of Oroville, near the town of Paradise, which was destroyed by a wildfire in 2018.California -
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How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke
Scientists are still studying the long-term health effects of smoke exposure. -
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Fast-moving Northern California wildfire forces evacuations
The Thompson Fire broke out Tuesday near the Northern California city of Oroville amid extreme heat and has forced thousands of people to flee their homes. The blaze is burning out of control in the same county as the town of Paradise, the site of ...California -
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California wildfire forces evacuations for 28,000 people
The Thompson Fire has burned through more than 3,500 acres in Butte County, California, since it started Tuesday morning, prompting the evacuations of over 28,000 people. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.California -
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Sir John Curtice: The dramatic Tory decline behind Labour's landslide
The BBC's polling expert says Labour is heading towards a landslide on the back of a dramatic Tory collapse. -
Inc. - Business
June Job Numbers Hit 206,000 as Economy Rolls On
Unemployment remains low as monthly Labor Department figures indicate continued strength, though signs of slowing are creeping in at the margins. -
Financial Times - World
Election special: Starmer moves into Number 10
The FT’s top political commentators answer listeners’ questions about the general election result -
The New York Times - World
Brazil Police Accuse Bolsonaro of Embezzling Saudi Jewels
Brazil’s former president, Jair Bolsonaro, may soon face criminal charges for stealing gifts he received from foreign leaders.Brazil -
Financial Times - World
Milei to meet Bolsonaro in Brazil amid feud with Lula
Argentine leader to see rightwing Brazilian ex-president at conservative event as he trades barbs with leftist incumbentBrazil -
ESPN - Sports
Brazil: Endrick to start for suspended Vinícius Jr.
Brazil coach Dorival Júnior has announced that 17-year-old prodigy Endrick will replace Vinicius Jr. in the starting lineup for the Copa América quarterfinal clash against Uruguay/.Brazil -
ESPN - Sports
Uruguay knock out Brazil in Copa QF shootout
Uruguay beat Brazil 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Saturday after a bruising 0-0 draw to march into the semifinals of the Copa América, where they will face Colombia.Brazil -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Uruguay’s brutality buries Brazil in Copa América quarterfinals
Uruguay finished with 26 fouls and only one shot on goal. But it bruised and eventually beat mighty Brazil in a penalty shootout. -
ESPN - Sports
Brazil boss takes 'full responsibility' for Copa exit
Brazil coach Dorival Junior said he takes "full responsibility" for his team's underwhelming Copa América quarterfinal exit after losing to 10-man Uruguay 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Saturday.Brazil -
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Four major wildfires burn in California amid severe heat wave
Thousands of people in Oroville, California, are under evacuation orders Wednesday because of a fast-moving wildfire. It's one of four major fires in the state, which is in the middle of a heat wave that is expected to last until next week.California -
The Guardian - World
Nearly 30,000 people in northern California evacuated as raging wildfire spreads
Thompson fire near Oroville destroys homes and vehicles as state simmers in brutal and potentially historic heatwave. Thousands of homes are under threat from a raging wildfire that erupted in northern California on Tuesday, as the state simmers ...California -
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Wildfire near Sacramento, California, torches more than 2,000 acres
A wildfire north of Sacramento, California, fueled by oppressively high temperatures has burned more than 2,000 acres. It's one of multiple wildfires the state is fighting. CBS News Sacramento reporter Rachel Wulff has more.California