Weather tracker: Scorching temperatures in California threaten heat records
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Death Valley will hit 130 degrees and could break world record amid blistering heat wave
California’s Death Valley could reach a scorching 130 degrees next week and could come close to breaking its blistering world record as parts of the west, Southwest and Mid-Atlantic are under an intense heat wave forecast to intensify this weekend. -
The Hill - Politics
Long-running heat wave expected to break more records with over 130M under advisories
The heat waves that broke records across the nation over the last month are showing no signs of stopping, as more than 130 million people remain under advisories of extreme heat — and temperatures are expected to be 15-30 degrees higher than ... -
NBC News - Top stories
Persistent heat wave in the U.S. expected to shatter new records as it bakes West and swelters in East
LOS ANGELES — A long-running heat wave that has already shattered previous records across the U.S. persisted on Sunday, baking parts of the West with dangerous temperatures that caused the death of a motorcyclist in Death Valley and held the East ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Another wave of record-setting heat looms for the U.S. West Coast this week, while the East Coast swelters in sticky humidity.
Another wave of record-setting heat looms for the U.S. West Coast this week, while the East Coast swelters in sticky humidity. -
NBC News - Top stories
Deadly heat wave cripples parts of the country, forecast to shatter even more records in the West
A blistering, prolonged heat wave is forecast to shatter even more triple-digit records this week, after a sweltering weekend that saw Las Vegas hit a new record of 120 degrees and led to the death of a motorcyclist in Death Valley. -
BBC News - Top stories
No, UK weather is not being manipulated
False claims about weather manipulation and geoengineering have been spreading online. What are the facts?United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
What is the polling day weather forecast?
Alexandra Humphreys has Thursday's weather forecast for across the UK. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
AI Drones Threaten U.S. Forces
Swarms of cheap versions of a technology we invented could overrun the American military.Artificial Intelligence -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Proliferating Recusal Demands Threaten the Judiciary
Activist groups are trying to force judges off cases by claiming dubious conflicts of interest. -
Financial Times - World
Ask a Stylist: dressing for summer events — whatever the weather
Choose clever materials that can help to regulate your body temperature -
CBS News - Top stories
Can 3D-printed homes weather climate change?
3D printing startup co-founder Jason Ballard explains how he thinks 3D-printed houses will transform construction jobs and resist the effects of climate change.Climate -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Climate Tech Is No Longer Weathering Venture's Slump
Climate-tech investments were frequently a bright spot in a largely gloomy venture market over the past couple of years. No longer.Climate -
ESPN - Sports
NHL free agency tracker: Details on all the new deals this summer
Our updated list features details on every player signed, analysis of those moves and buzz on what could happen next.NHL -
ESPN - Sports
WNBA rookie tracker: Clark has big day in Fever's frustrating loss
We're tracking every game for one of the most anticipated rookie classes in WNBA history.WNBA -
The New York Times - Top stories
Soaring Temperatures and Profit Seekers Amplify Dangers on the Hajj
“The halls felt like they were on fire,” one Jordanian woman said of her accommodations after she opted to take a cheaper travel package for “unregistered” pilgrims to Saudi Arabia. -
The New York Times - Top stories
They Shoot Owls in California, Don’t They?
An audacious federal plan to protect the spotted owl would eradicate hundreds of thousands of barred owls in the coming years.California -
The Hill - Politics
Liz Cheney: Trump 'threatens to unravel our Republic'
Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) said in a post on X Thursday that former President Trump “threatens to unravel our Republic.” “Take a few minutes today to read David McCullough’s speech: ‘The Glorious Cause of America.' For 248 years, our freedom ...Donald Trump -
Inc. - Business
Beryl Snarls Air Traffic, Threatens Ports
The early hurricane forced the cancellation of more than 1,300 flights, and prompted a Coast Guard warning that Gulf Coast oil ports might have to close. -
CNBC - Business
United Airlines is texting travelers live weather maps to explain flight delays
Even when it's bright and sunny, a thunderstorm hundreds of miles away can still disrupt flights.Travel -
CBS News - Top stories
United Airlines texts customers live radar maps during weather delays
United says it's using AI to power the effort to keep customers apprised of factors affecting flight status.Travel -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Cooler U.S. Job Creation Pushes Gold Back Toward $2,400/Oz
The June jobs report lifted gold futures toward their highest levels in nearly a month. -
BBC News - Top stories
Why has it been raining so much?
Some parts of the UK have seen a month's worth of rain in the first week of July. Is there any end in sight to this wet spell? -
The New York Times - Top stories
Millions in U.S. Swelter in Heat Wave
The health care system in Houston, where more than a million customers lack power, was overwhelmed because some patients couldn’t be discharged amid a punishing heat wave. -
Financial Times - Business
Brompton boss says decision to shun private equity helped weather downturn
Britain’s largest bicycle maker wanted long-term investors to help it pay down debt rather than increase leverage -
BBC News - Top stories
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 -
CBS News - Top stories
Meet the dog catching California waves
If you're watching the waves in California, you might spot an unusual surfer out there. Skyler, a 15-year-old dog, has been catching waves since she was a pup, handling the ocean's rhythms all on her own.California -
The Hill - Politics
California Democrat announces cancer diagnosis
Rep. John Garamendi (D-Calif.) revealed Monday he has been diagnosed with blood cancer and started treatment for it. Garamendi, 79, said in a statement he has early-stage multiple myeloma, which he described as a “treatable” form of blood cancer. ...California -
The New York Times - Top stories
What to Know About the Wildfires in California
The state has had more than 3,500 wildfires this year, and the peak of the annual fire season has yet to arrive.California -
ABC News - Health
As temperatures soar, judge tells Louisiana to help protect prisoners working in fields
A federal judge has ordered Louisiana to take steps to protect the health and safety of incarcerated workers toiling in the fields of a former slave plantation -
CBS News - Top stories
West contends with blistering temperatures as Texas prepares for Beryl's arrival
Scorching temperatures, high winds and dry brush were fueling more than 100 wildfires that erupted in California in the past 24 hours. In South Texas, communities were scrambling to prepare for the arrival of Tropical Storm Beryl, which could gain ... -
The Guardian - World
Hurricane Beryl supercharged by ‘crazy’ ocean temperatures, experts say
Warning after intensification of storm aided by unusually hot ocean waters in much of Beryl’s path. Hurricane Beryl, which slammed into Texas on Monday after wreaking havoc in the Caribbean, was supercharged by “absolutely crazy” ocean ... -
ESPN - Sports
Who are the favorites for MVP, Rookie of Year and more?
A'ja Wilson is MVP favorite, but the Rookie of the Year race between might not be decided until September. -
CBS Sports - Sports
Talent Tracker: If Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia land their dream classes, who finishes No. 1 in 2025 rankings?
And don't sleep on Oregon, which could charge from No. 7 to No. 2 -
CBS Sports - Sports
2024 NBA free agency tracker: DeMar DeRozan finally off the market as top players find new homes
NBA free agency got started in earnest on Sunday nightNBA -
The Hill - Politics
Tropical Storm Beryl tracker: Millions without power in Texas, flood-prone communities in storm's path
Tropical Storm Beryl is making a slow, ruinous passage out of Houston, where it is flooding highways and knocking out power lines. As of 3 p.m. local time Monday, as the eye of the storm moved over the western Houston suburbs, more than 2.7 ... -
ABC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl tracker: Death toll rises to 6 in Texas, over 2 million without power
Beryl strengthened to a Category 1 hurricane before making landfall along Texas' Gulf Coast Monday morning. -
NBC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl lashes Jamaica with 140 mph winds and dangerous storm surge
Beryl lashed Jamaica with strong winds and storm surge and strong waves as the Category 4 hurricane brushed the southern coast of the island Wednesday, officials said. -
The Guardian - World
‘Potentially historic’ heatwave threatens more than 130 million people across US
Temperatures could crest 100F (38C) in many regions after breaking records and sparking dozens of wildfires. A long-running heatwave that has already broken records, sparked dozens of wildfires and left about 130 million people under a ... -
CNBC - Business
Southwest Airlines activist Elliott threatens proxy fight for new leadership
Activist Elliott said in a letter to Southwest's board that shareholders and stakeholders were supportive of its campaign and that it would seek a vote soon.Travel -
Financial Times - Business
Singapore port congestion threatens to gum up global trade
And the longer bottlenecks last the higher the risk for another inflationary jolt for the world