Global heat wave shatters records. Will Wednesday break another?
When the heat spikes, humans suffer health effects — especially young and elderly people, who are vulnerable to heat even under normal conditions.
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July 3 was the world’s hottest day ever, U.S. scientists say
This average temperature may not seem that hot, but it’s the first time in the 44 years of this dataset that the temperature surpassed the 17-degree Celsius mark.
China Reels From Floods and a Bruising Heat Wave
Heavy rains and heat waves have affected parts of China and the Asia Pacific region this week. More of the same was in the forecast.
As Canada faces wildfires and smoke, is it ready for climate migrants?
As more Canadians experience the impacts of a changing climate firsthand, will their appetite for supporting migrants fleeing climate change from the global south grow or wane?
Canada Offers Lesson in the Economic Toll of Climate Change
Wildfires are hurting many industries and could strain households across Canada, one of many countries reckoning with the impact of extreme weather.
Chilling video shows how World War 3 between Russia and US would kill millions after plunging globe into nuclear winter
A CHILLING video has revealed how a World War 3 between Russia and the US would kill millions after plunging the planet into a horror nuclear winter.
The grim simulation predicts how cities around the globe will be wiped out following an initial nuc…
Heat Wave and Wildfire Smoke Affecting Huge Portions of North America
The twin threats have sickened people across the continent with little relief in sight.
Mexico’s Heat Wave Raises Concerns for Deaths and Energy Grid
Blistering heat has gripped the northern part of the country, leading to concerns about people’s health and the energy grid.
Montreal air quality ranks worst in the world as officials urge people to stay indoors
Officials say the risk is highest for people with lung or heart disease, the elderly, children, pregnant people and those who work outdoors.
Tropical Storm Bret gains strength as it nears Caribbean islands
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has forecast 12 to 17 named storms for this year’s season, with between five and nine storms that could become hurricanes.