EnvironmentScience
August 2026 Was Earth's Hottest Month Ever Measured
Scientists say August 2026 was Earth's joint-hottest month on record at 1.65C above pre-industrial levels, as the U.S. saw its hottest summer ever.
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Environment
AP-NORC Poll: Extreme Heat Reshaping Americans' Daily Lives
AP-NORC poll shows extreme heat increasingly affecting Americans' electricity bills, travel plans, and outdoor activities since 2024.
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Weather & Environment
Heat Dome Expands Across Central US, Threatening Millions
A dangerous heat dome is expanding across the central US, threatening 80M with extreme heat warnings and little overnight relief.
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EntertainmentWeather
Defqon.1 Cancelled as Extreme Heat Triggers First Code Red
Defqon.1 in Biddinghuizen was fully cancelled after the KNMI issued its first code red for extreme heat, leaving thousands stranded.
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DisasterWildfires
Heat, Wind and Drought Fuel Wildfires Across the US West
Extreme heat, drought and high winds fuel wildfires across the western US, forcing evacuations in Utah, Arizona, and Florida.
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Weather & Public SafetyU.S. News
Grand Canyon Extreme Heat Warning After 3 Hikers Die
Three hikers died from heat-related illness at Grand Canyon as temperatures near 112°F. NWS issues extreme heat watch for June 22-23.
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