Why Republicans can't get out of their climate bind, even as extreme heat overwhelms the US
Deadly heatwaves are baking the US. Scientists just reported that July will be the hottest month on record. And now, after years of skepticism and denial in the GOP ranks, a small number of Republicans are urging their party to get proactive on the climate crisis.
2023-07-30 20:27
Europe fires: How Canadair pilots battle the Mediterranean blazes
Water bombers have become a cornerstone of the fight – but flying them requires courage and skill.
2023-07-30 07:53
Relief from heat wave is on the way for Northeast and mid-Atlantic, but southern areas remain at risk
The brunt of extreme heat that has been choking the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions this week is expected to end late Saturday, but many in southern US are set to endure suffocating temperatures for a few more days as heat-related deaths rise.
2023-07-29 14:24
Northeast and Midwest set to bake under intense heat this weekend
Scorching temperatures will continue to smother millions from the Midwest to the Northeast on Friday and into the weekend, triggering emergency mode for cities and testing nation's largest power grid.
2023-07-28 16:55
US lawmaker Greg Casar ends thirst strike after nine hours
Greg Casar calls off his protest over a law to end some protections for outdoor workers in Texas.
2023-07-27 05:50
Deadly Mediterranean wildfires kill more than 40
Wildfires have claimed most lives in Algeria, but blazes are also widespread in Greece and Italy.
2023-07-26 14:00
Storms ravage northern Italy as Sicily burns
Torrential rain and hailstorms have caused damage in the north while Sicily battles extensive wildfires.
2023-07-25 21:49
Rhodes evacuation was 'like something from a film', says Devon mum
Amy Walker and her family, from Dawlish, are hoping to fly back to the UK later.
2023-07-25 21:20
Rhodes: Holidaymaker criticises Tui for flying to fire-hit island
Matthew Guy and his family were taken straight from the airport to an evacuation centre.
2023-07-25 20:29
Unilever hoping for higher Europe ice cream sales but weather a worry
By Richa Naidu LONDON Unilever, which makes Ben & Jerry's and Magnum ice creams, said on Tuesday that
2023-07-25 20:25
Rhodes fires: Hundreds back in UK after 'traumatic' Rhodes fires
Britons have been flying into airports including Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Birmingham and Bristol.
2023-07-25 11:27
US heatwave leads to rising number of burns, medics say
Superheated asphalt or metal seatbelts can melt flesh in minutes, officials warn amid intense heat.
2023-07-25 06:56