June's tumbling heat records portend another summer of extremes
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Top stories - CBS News
Eye on America: Inside an extreme sports camp, and a look at how libraries are innovating
In Pennsylvania, we visit a sleepaway camp that’s training the next generation of extreme sports stars. And in South Carolina, we see how public libraries are evolving to better serve the growing ...35 minutes ago -
Sports - ESPN
From 106 losses to the ALDS!? How the Royals have renewed a once-heated rivalry
Kansas City heads to New York with a chance to make its mark on the baseball world -- and a once "abhorred" rival.1 hour ago -
World - The Guardian
Ben Stokes confident England have characters who can take the heat
Pressure will be on inexperienced bowling lineup as tourists aim to repeat triumph of 2022. Last month as much rain fell on Bedfordshire as Multan has in a year. The city gets about 2mm in an ...3 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Within Our Lifetime Has Made Pro-Palestinian Activism More Extreme
Within Our Lifetime, a group formed by New York students, has galvanized pro-Palestinian activists who are calling for the end of Israel — and facing accusations of antisemitism.3 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
In California, heat and dry conditions make arson a more potent threat
In California, nearly half the acres burned this year were due to blazes allegedly ignited by arson. The damage shows how climate change is exacerbating the danger of arson.4 hours ago - California -
World - The Guardian
Coco Gauff roars back from summer slide to make China Open final
American fights back to beat Paula Badosa 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 Novak Djokovic beats Alex Michelsen on return to China Coco Gauff will contest her first final for nine months at the China Open in ...7 hours ago - China -
Sports - ESPN
11 wins away from forever: Bryce Harper, built for October, begins another chase for his first title
As the Phillies try to bring a title to one of baseball's most passionate cities, they are fueled by a star who has been in the headlines since he was 15.8 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Harsh terrain, extreme fatigue. Life as a wildland firefighter in a heatwave: ‘It’s not normal for humans’
Firefighters carry heavy packs along rugged slopes to calm fast-moving fires, and sweltering weather is compounding already dangerous work. Life as a roofer in Florida’s sweltering heat: ‘It ...9 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Marathon runner secures world record after completing global challenge
Andy Tomlinson took 938 days to complete the six World Marathon Majors - Berlin, New York City, Boston, Chicago, Tokyo and London11 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Warriors camp takeaways: Knox building on strong Summer League showing
Kevin Knox continues to build on a strong NBA Summer League performance, earning praise for his training camp showing from Warriors coach Steve Kerr.17 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
How an N.F.L. Journeyman Gave the Falcons Another Unlikely Win
On Thursday night, KhaDarel Hodge caught two passes, the second of which he took 45 yards for the winning touchdown in overtime.19 hours ago - NFL -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL turned down 49ers' request to wear white uniforms Sunday vs. Cardinals despite heat wave, coach says
San Francisco will have to wear their red jerseys at home during record heat, despite Kyle Shanahan's request to wear white.21 hours ago - NFL -
World - The Guardian
Premier League rejects Manchester City’s plea for longer summer break
Guardiola tells league ‘thank you so much’ for refusal City’s campaign extended by Club World Cup defence Pep Guardiola has revealed the Premier League has rejected Manchester City’s request to ...22 hours ago - Premier League -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Shaikin: In yet another Dodgers-Padres NLDS matchup, Steve Garvey can't lose
Checking in with Steve Garvey, who won a World Series with the Dodgers and a National League pennant with the Padres and is running for U.S. Senate in California.23 hours ago - MLB -
Business - CNBC
Spirit tumbles to record low on report it's exploring a bankruptcy filing. Here's how it got here
A blocked merger with JetBlue, an engine recall and changing consumer habits contributed to Spirit's troubles.23 hours ago -
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Business - The New York Times
Jobs Report Gives Kamala Harris Another Boost
Recent reports have shown inflation slowing and the economy growing at a robust clip. The Fed has also cut interest rates, bringing mortgage rates down.Yesterday - Kamala Harris -
Sports - CBS Sports
NHL Eastern Conference preview, storylines: Panthers look to make another run with contenders getting closer
Are the Panthers the team to beat in the East?Yesterday - NHL -
Top stories - BBC News
Man found guilty of stabbing another man to death in Perth
Caleb Ferguson, 20, was found guilty of the 2023 murder of Cameron Rae, 20, in Perth.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
What is Marburg virus? Outbreak of Ebola-like disease detected in yet another country
Health officials in Rwanda are dealing with the country’s first outbreak of the Marburg virus, an Ebola-like disease which, if left untreated, has a fatality rate of up to 88%.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Dead heat gets even hotter for Harris
Kamala Harris' campaign is facing pressure as polls tighten, and her recent actions such as visiting the southern border, giving an economic speech, and holding a softball interview suggest that ...Yesterday -
Sports - CBS Sports
NFL could soon be making another rule change involving the new kickoff: Here's what Roger Goodell had to say
The NFL commissioner sounds pretty convinced that the new kickoff rule is going to undergo at least one changeYesterday - NFL -
Top stories - NBC News
Phoenix smashes heat records for 10 straight days as sweltering temps grip West
A scorching streak in Phoenix has set new daily records for 10 straight days during an October heat wave sweeping much of the West.Yesterday -
Top stories - ABC News
Freedom Summer pioneers reflect on legacy of voting drive 60 years later
Amid a push to register voters in 2024, advocates who risked their lives to do the same in Mississippi's1964 Freedom Summer project reflect on the legacy of the movement.Yesterday -
Tech - Wired
Wastewater Offers an Early Alarm System for Another Deadly Virus
A surveillance system proven during Covid-19 is now being used to track outbreaks of RSV.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Antarctica is ‘greening’ at dramatic rate as climate heats
Analysis of satellite data finds plant cover has increased more than tenfold over the last few decades. Plant cover across the Antarctic peninsula has soared more than tenfold over the last few ...Yesterday - Climate -
Politics - NBC News
'Another major weather event is not something we can handle': Asheville, N.C. mayor
As recovery efforts continue in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Greenville, South Carolina Mayor Knox White, and Asheville, North Carolina Mayor Esther Manheimer, join Meet the Press NOW to ...Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
October heat wave sets dozens of records in California and Arizona
More than 50 new heat records were set on Wednesday, as an October heat wave continues to bake California and Arizona.2 days ago - California -
Politics - The Hill
California to see unusual October heat wave with record-setting temperatures
California is set to see an unusual October heat wave with a chance of record-setting temperatures in the coming days, the National Weather Service (NWS) said Wednesday. “Record-breaking heat will ...2 days ago - California -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Fantasy Football Week 5: Breece (Hall) yourselves for another down game ...
Beware of these players with fantasy football bust potential in Week 6!2 days ago - Fantasy Football -
Politics - The Hill
Palestinians’ approval of US leadership at record low: Gallup
The approval rating in Palestine of U.S. leaders has dropped to a record low, a new survey found. Just 5 percent of Palestinians in the West Bank and East Jerusalem approve of U.S. leadership, the ...2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Another Woman Dies in Childbirth at Woodhull Hospital in Brooklyn
After the death of a 24-year-old woman, Woodhull Hospital could face questions, for the third time since 2020, about the safety of its labor and delivery floor.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
"48 Hours" show schedule: A summer of crime time double features
True crime. Real justice. To miss it would be a crime.2 days ago -
Health - The New York Times
Trump Promised to Release His Medical Records. He Still Won’t Do It.
If elected again, he would become the oldest president by the end of his term. Yet he is refusing to disclose even basic health information.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Everything is getting politicized in heated Trump-Harris battle
Disaster response, the Secret Service and a city of 60,000 people in Ohio all have become fodder for an increasingly heated campaign season, underscoring how once nonpolitical events and people are ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - MarketWatch
Jim Carrey takes another try at selling L.A. mansion, this time for $19.75 million
This is the 4th time in 2 years the comedic actor has slashed the price of this enviable Brentwood estate.2 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Witt gets another big hit to send the Royals into ALDS with a 2-game sweep of the Orioles
Bobby Witt Jr. beat out an infield single to drive in the go-ahead run and send the Kansas City Royals into an AL Division Series with a 2-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles for a two-game sweep ...2 days ago - MLB -