June 18 2024 Us Heat Wave News
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NBC News - Top stories
Evacuations ordered as new California wildfire ignites in scorching heat wave
Scorching temperatures on the Fourth of July fueled wildfires in California that have burned through the night.California -
The Wall Street Journal - World
New Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filings -- Week Ending June 30, 2024
A list of some new chapter 11 bankruptcy filings made during the last week. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
How to Dress for a Heat Wave: Tips for Staying Cool
As temperatures rise, a reader wonders how to dress for sweaty summers while maintaining a sense of style. -
CBS News - Top stories
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 -
The Hill - Politics
US economy adds 206K jobs in June
The U.S. economy added 206,000 jobs in June and the unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.1 percent, according to Labor Department data released Friday. The latest jobs numbers are are largely in line with expectations that the economy would add ... -
CBS News - Top stories
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 -
CBS News - Top stories
Thompson Fire rages in Northern California amid heat wave
Crews are still trying to contain the Thompson Fire in Northern California as a new fire spreads further south in Mariposa County. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston is following new developments with the French Fire and other wildfires in ...California -
ABC News - Top stories
Evacuation orders issued for latest California wildfire amid scorching heat wave
The French Fire in Mariposa County has burned more than 840 acres since erupting Thursday and is 5% contained as of Friday morning, according to fire officials.California -
ABC News - Top stories
More than 128 million under heat alerts across US
Absurd heat continues across a large portion of the country this weekend, with many locations from coast to coast already setting all-time record high temperatures. -
CBS News - Top stories
Slow-moving heat wave and wildfires pose threat in California
A brutal, slow-moving and potentially historic heat wave is intensifying on the West Coast and raising wildfire risks in California. In Sacramento, temperatures could top 111 degrees today, while a nearby wildfire has already destroyed over two ...California -
NBC News - Top stories
Health risks linked to extreme heat linger even as temperatures drop
A dangerous heat wave imperiling people on the West Coast is expected to peak Saturday, but experts say the health risks will persist long after temperatures crest. -
NBC News - Top stories
June's tumbling heat records portend another summer of extremes
Parts of Arizona, Nevada and Texas just endured their hottest June on record, where sweltering conditions shattered several long-standing marks. -
ABC News - Health
India is likely undercounting heat deaths, affecting its response to increasingly harsh heat waves
Months of scorching temperatures sometimes over 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit) in parts of India this year left hundreds dead or ill -
Yahoo News - World
India is likely undercounting heat deaths, affecting its response to increasingly harsh heat waves
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CNN - Top stories
US job growth slowed in June, latest employment data shows
Live coverage of the June jobs report has now ended. The US economy added 206,000 jobs in June and the unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. -
CBS News - Top stories
Fast-moving California wildfire forces thousands to evacuate amid scorching heat wave
Fueled by extreme heat, bone-dry brush and strong winds, the fast-moving Thompson fire has scorched nearly 4,000 acres in just two days and destroyed multiple structures.California -
NBC News - Top stories
'Extremely dangerous,' record-breaking heat wave takes hold across much of U.S.
A heat wave that's set to break daily temperature records across western and southern states through the weekend has been called "extremely dangerous." -
NBC News - Top stories
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 ... -
The Guardian - World
US swelters on Independence Day with over 150m people under heat alerts
‘Severe’ and ‘potentially record-breaking’ heatwave sends temperatures soaring across US . More than 134 million people were under heat alerts on Thursday morning, as a brutal and potentially historic heatwave sent temperatures soaring across the ... -
ABC News - Top stories
US employers added solid 206,000 jobs in June in sign of continued economic strength
America’s employers delivered another healthy month of hiring in June, adding 206,000 jobs and once again displaying the U.S. economy’s ability to withstand continually high interest rates -
CBS News - Top stories
How soldiers use this fast, cheap solution to quickly cool down in intense heat
Some of the cheapest and most innovative ideas to fight the extreme heat come from the U.S. Army, including arm immersion tables in use across the country. It's low-tech, inexpensive and easy to implement. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
News Quiz for July 6, 2024
Test your knowledge of the week’s events as reported in The Wall Street Journal. -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: NBA prospect Pate, 18, joins Capitanes
Dink Pate, who became the youngest known pro basketball player in U.S. history last year at age 17, is joining the G League's Mexico City Capitanes, sources told ESPN.NBA -
Inc. - Business
Among This Year’s Crop of New Unicorns, AI Companies--and the US--Dominate the Field
The rate at which new, privately held startups reach unicorn status is slowing. But among recent successes, it's clear that one buzzy new tech trend leads the field: AI. -
The Guardian - World
US calls new Hamas ceasefire proposal for Gaza a ‘breakthrough’
White House says proposal is in line with deal outlined by Joe Biden in late May, but work is still to be done. The White House has described the latest Hamas ceasefire proposal for Gaza as a “breakthrough” establishing a framework for a possible ... -
Yahoo News - World
Fox News Digital's News Quiz: July 5, 2024
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Yahoo News - World
China's Shenzhou 18 astronauts prep for 2nd spacewalk (video)
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Garrett Crochet makes MLB history through first 18 career starts
Garrett Crochet is the first player since 1901 to pull off this ridiculous featMLB -
CBS Sports - Sports
2024 MLB Mock Draft: Healthy JJ Wetherholt goes No. 1, Cardinals use highest pick in decades on high schooler
The draft begins Sunday, July 14MLB -
The Hill - Politics
The June jobs slowdown
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Job market slows down with rate cuts on horizon Softer employment numbers for June highlight recent cautionary positions from the ... -
CBS News - Top stories
"CBS Evening News" headlines for Friday, July 5, 2024
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News" with Adriana Diaz. -
ESPN - Sports
NBA free agency 2024: Latest signings, news, buzz and reports
All of the deals we've seen so far -- including Klay Thompson's big move to the Mavs.NBA -
The Guardian - World
‘Rachel Reeves becomes UK’s first female chancellor; former Tory chair says party faces ‘oblivion’ – election live
Rachel Reeves becomes first woman to hold post in 800-years as Angela Rayner named secretary of state for levelling up. UK general election results 2024: live trackerHow Labour did it: inside the campaign that led to ‘Starmergeddon’Clive Myrie is ... -
The Guardian - World
Digested week: Biden’s travails and why the UK election isn’t big news in the US | Emma Brockes
Contest in Britain – between ‘the rich one, the “boring” one, and Trump’s buddy’ – has felt like a foregone conclusion. School’s out in the US, sleep-away camp has started, and as 4 July falls on a Thursday this year, lots of Americans prepare to ...United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
A wild and woolly time awaits on the opposition benches
Tactical voting has ensured success for the Lib Dems and the Greens -
Financial Times - World
South Africa’s Eskom expects fresh loss as it keeps lights on
State-owned utility manages 100 days without power cuts -
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 -
Financial Times - World
Indonesia’s Prabowo sparks spending concerns with $28bn free school meals plan
Incoming president considers enlarged government and increased borrowing in break with predecessor Widodo -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Democratic governors back Biden
Also in today’s newsletter, a $2.65bn luxury department store deal and Goldman lobbies to change Fed’s stress test resultJoe Biden