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At Least 25 Die in US Heatwave as Record Temperatures Scorch More Than 20 States

A major heat dome over the eastern US has caused record temperatures, leading to at least two dozen deaths and widespread heat alerts during the July 4 holiday weekend.

Jul 6, 2026, 1:24 AM Guardian US

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The arrival of El Niño in the tropical Pacific Ocean triggers a cascade of changes in tropical rainfall and wind patterns that echo around the globe. For the United States, the most significant impact is a shift in the path of the mid-latitude jet streams. These swift, high-level winds play a major role in separating warm and cool air masses and steering storms from the Pacific across the U.S. This map illustrates the typical impacts of El Niño on U.S. winter weather. During El Niño, the Pacific jet stream is more reliable across the southern tier of the United States. Southern and interior Alaska and the Pacific Northwest tend to be warmer than average, and the southern tier of U.S. states—from California to the Carolinas—tends to be wetter than average. Farther north, the Ohio and Upper Mississippi River Valleys may be drier than usual. One or more of these climate patterns have occurred during many El Niño events in the past. That doesn’t mean that all of these impacts happen during every episode. Every event is somewhat different. In other words, the influence of El Niño on U.S. winter climate is a matter of probability, not certainty. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of a natural climate pattern across the tropical Pacific Ocean that swings back and forth every 3-7 years on average. El Niño and La Niña alternately warm and cool large areas of the tropical Pacific—the world’s largest ocean—which significantly influences where and how much it rains there. Like a boulder dropped into a stream, this shift in the location of tropical rainfall disrupts the atmospheric circulation patterns that connect the tropics with the middle latitudes, which in turn modifies the mid-latitude jet streams. By modifying the jet streams, El Niño and La Niña can affect temperature and precipitation across the United States and other parts of the world. The influence on the U.S. is strongest during the winter (December-February), but it may linger into early spring.

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Super El Niño Expected to Cause Major Economic Losses Across Africa

African Development Bank warns of a $10 billion to $20 billion economic impact and lasting effects on GDP due to a strong El Niño event.

Africanews | Jul 27, 2026, 8:08 AM

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France Battles Record Wildfires, 220,000 Evacuated in Gironde

Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez reports 115,000 hectares scorched across France in 2026, with worsening conditions expected in Gironde.

France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 1:46 AM

Place de la Bourse Bordeaux Gironde France

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Bordeaux Faces Threat as France and Spain Combat Unprecedented Wildfires

Wildfires near Bordeaux in southwest France and across regions in Spain have forced the evacuation of over 300,000 people amid record-high temperatures and challenging weather conditions.

France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 12:17 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Wildfires have scorched large areas in Spain and France as both countries face continued threats due to soaring temperatures and dry winds.

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Spain and France Battle Raging Wildfires Amid High Risk of More

Wildfires have scorched large areas in Spain and France as both countries face continued threats due to soaring temperatures and dry winds.

Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 3:46 AM

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Kazakhstan’s Astana Faces Record Heat Amid Rising Climate Risks

The Kazakh capital, known as the world’s second-coldest capital, has experienced unprecedented heatwaves this summer, highlighting growing climate threats across Central Asia.

Euronews | Jul 22, 2026, 5:11 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating A large fire near Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in south-west France has claimed the lives of two firefighters amid ongoing efforts to contain the rapidly evolving blaze.

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Two French Firefighters Die Battling Blaze Near Bordeaux Airport

A large fire near Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in south-west France has claimed the lives of two firefighters amid ongoing efforts to contain the rapidly evolving blaze.

BBC World | Jul 22, 2026, 3:21 AM

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Spain Battles Major Wildfire in Aragon Amid Intense Heatwave

Over 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft are deployed to contain a fast-moving wildfire in northeastern Spain following a deadly blaze in Almería province.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 9:53 PM

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WHO Urges Europe to Heat-Proof Hospitals Amid Deadly Heatwave

The World Health Organization issues new guidance to help European countries prepare health systems for rising temperatures and prevent heat-related deaths.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:42 PM

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Toronto Experiences Worst Air Quality Globally Amid Widespread Wildfire Smoke

Smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario blankets Toronto and spreads into the northeastern US, prompting health warnings and evacuations.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 3:20 AM

Major Heat Warnings Issued Across US as Record Temperatures Hit Montana and Utah

A heat dome causes record-breaking temperatures in Billings, Montana, and Salt Lake City, Utah, while air quality warnings extend from Minnesota to New York amid wildfires near Toronto.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 8:16 PM

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More Than 125 Million Americans Face Dangerous Heat Across the Country

Heat alerts span from Southern California to the Northeast, with multiple cities breaking or tying daily temperature records.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 11:04 AM

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Western Europe Records Hottest June as Climate Change Drives Rising Heat Extremes

The World Meteorological Organization reports Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record in 2026, with global sea surface temperatures also reaching new highs amid escalating climate impacts.

UN News | Jul 10, 2026, 3:55 AM

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Western Europe Records Hottest June as Heatwave Causes Thousands of Deaths

June 2026 marked the hottest June ever in Western Europe, with temperatures soaring above historical averages and heatwaves impacting millions across the continent.

Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 10:00 AM

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Southwest Pacific Faces Escalating Climate Risks as Last Tropical Glacier Nears Disappearance

The World Meteorological Organization warns of rising ocean temperatures, acidification, and the imminent loss of the region’s last tropical glacier, threatening ecosystems and coastal communities.

UN News | Jul 8, 2026, 12:32 AM

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Wildfire in Southern France Forces Evacuation of 10,000 Amid Heatwave

A large wildfire near the French Pyrenees has led to mass evacuations and impacted the Tour de France schedule.

BBC World | Jul 7, 2026, 8:04 AM

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Trump Hails America as 'Crowning Achievement' in 250th Independence Anniversary Speech

US President Donald Trump celebrated the United States' 250th birthday in Washington, emphasizing national pride and renewing criticism of domestic opponents.

France 24 English | Jul 5, 2026, 8:32 AM

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WMO Warns of Intensifying El Niño and Rising Global Temperatures

The UN World Meteorological Organization forecasts strong El Niño conditions developing rapidly, increasing the likelihood of major heatwaves and weather extremes worldwide.

UN News | Jul 3, 2026, 5:18 PM

Section of the Oregon Trail Blue Mountain Crossing Segment — of the pioneer [[:en:Oregon Trail| Oregon Trail ]] in [[:en:Wyoming| Wyoming ]]. Protected within a Bureau of Land Management area in Wyoming . Oregon National Historic Trail — National historic trails can take us back, returning us literally and symbolically to a point of departure in geography and time. Who among us has not wondered what it was like for America's pioneers to lie on the open ground of the western high plains on a starlit night and to hear wolves howl in the distance? To walk in the footsteps of these men and women today is to glimpse their experience and to feel their purpose and courage. National historic trails help us recreate this unique chapter in American history when, starting more than 170 years ago, some 500,000 emigrants made their way overland to the far western edge of the continent. Their determination resulted in 12 new states joining the Republic between 1840 and 1890, all west of the Mississippi River . Congress designates national historic trails “to protect historic landscapes and inform our curiosity about the past.” Visitors to the Oregon National Historic Trail have more than 350 miles to explore on Wyoming public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management . One pristine stretch extends a full 35 miles entirely on BLM lands—farther than most emigrant parties could walk in a single day. Thanks to the foresight and dedication of preservation-minded citizens and volunteers, the Oregon, Mormon Pioneer , California , and Pony Express routes are all managed as national historic trails. BLM-managed sections are part of the National Conservation Lands .

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Oregon Faces Worst Wildfire Season on Record

Central and eastern Oregon experience widespread wildfires, leading to evacuations and significant challenges for local ranchers.

NPR News | Jul 30, 2026, 2:48 AM

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2025 Marked Deadliest Year for Antisemitic Attacks Outside Israel, Report Finds

A new report reveals a record rise in antisemitic attacks worldwide in 2025, with Germany experiencing the highest number of incidents both in absolute and relative terms.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 29, 2026, 10:29 PM

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Hunger Undermines Ebola Response as Cases Surpass 3,200 in DR Congo

The UN World Food Programme calls for urgent funding to address worsening food insecurity that hampers efforts to control the fastest growing Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Jul 29, 2026, 7:56 PM

St. Paul statue in front of St. Peters Basilica (Vatican). (Sculptor: Adamo Tadolini)

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment 111 Times During Senate Hearing Led by Rand Paul

During a Senate hearing on July 29, 2026, Anthony Fauci repeatedly declined to answer questions about gain-of-function research, prompting calls for contempt charges.

Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 7:33 PM

WASHINGTON (October 31, 2023) Homeland Security Secretary, Alejandro Mayorkas, testifies before the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee alongside the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Christopher Wray, and the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Christine Abizaid, in Washington, DC. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment During Senate COVID-19 Hearing

Former NIH Director Anthony Fauci refrains from answering questions by invoking his constitutional right amid accusations related to the COVID-19 pandemic response.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 29, 2026, 6:26 PM

Israel's "Security Fence", "West Bank Barrier", is a solid wall along 5% of its length. 10 metres high and reinforced concrete.

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UN Warns West Bank Settler Violence Reaches All-Time High Amid Settlement Expansion

The UN’s human rights office reports escalating violence in the West Bank, with rising settler attacks and new settlements approved by the Israeli government, prompting calls for urgent international action.

UN News | Jul 29, 2026, 6:05 PM