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In an Already Broiling Summer, El Niño Is About to Turn Up the Heat
Climate experts warn that a Super El Niño is poised to intensify an already broiling summer, with significant impacts expected for coastal regions.
Climate
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Europe's hot, dry summer takes its toll with fires in France and Greece, and drought in the UK
European wildfire costs have exceeded €3bn as a hot, dry summer triggers severe weather events across France, Greece, and the UK.
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South Korea has hottest day on record amid extreme weather globally
South Korea records its highest ever temperature as a record heatwave triggers emergency responses and the first 'severe heatwave warning' in Seoul.
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UN, scientists warn that strong El Nino will add fuel to ‘a planet already on fire’
United Nations officials and scientists warn that a powerful El Nino event will further heat a warming planet.
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Powerful El Nino to intensify heat on ‘a planet already on fire’: UN
The United Nations weather agency warns of a strong upcoming El Niño system set to intensify global heat.
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‘The fire has such power’: why the wildfires gripping France and Spain are off the charts
6 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Fire-ravaged France evacuates tourists and braces for new heatwave
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This El Niño Is on Track to Become the Strongest on Record by a ‘Mind-Blowing Margin’
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How wildfires in France and Spain may affect your travel plans
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It’s So Hot That Japan Needs a New Word for It
Japan has introduced the term 'kokushobi' to describe 'cruelly hot days' as temperatures hit 40 degrees Celsius and heatstroke cases soar.
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Japan sizzles in first 'brutally hot' days of the year
Japan swelters under record-breaking temperatures as central cities hit 40 C, triggering the country's first officially marked 'cruelly hot day.'
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136°C difference: Amid extreme heat, Earth records its coldest temperature
Earth has recorded an extreme temperature variance of 136°C between its hottest and coldest points during a period of intense global heat.
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‘Rare’ La Niña may form in the Atlantic at the same time as this year’s ‘super’ El Niño
Meteorologists are monitoring the potential simultaneous occurrence of a 'super' El Niño and a rare 'Atlantic Niña' event.
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German government to trim climate fund spending under budget plans
Germany is implementing sweeping budget adjustments, including a multi-billion euro cut to its climate fund and a new energy relief package.
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July 13 Sunny And Pleasant Today With Surging Heat Mid Week
Weather coverage on July 13 tracks sunny conditions alongside rising heat projections for later in the week.
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Western Europe Had Its Hottest June on Record
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Without Climate Change, U.S. Heat Wave Called ‘Virtually Impossible’
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An American in Paris, Sans Air-Conditioning
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A heat dome will engulf World Cup games in the eastern US this week. Here's what to expect
11 news sources are covering this Sports story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Why some Europeans resist air conditioning, even amid deadly heat waves
European demand for cooling technology is rising as record heat waves trigger debate over infrastructure, policy, and reliance on air conditioning.
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Germany hit by record temperatures as European heatwave moves east
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Global Warming Upends London Climate Week
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Entertainment
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Paris Is Shvitzing
Paris is grappling with a historic heat wave during Spring 2027 menswear shows, forcing the industry to confront fashion's climate calculus.
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European heatwave's unlikely accomplice: an ocean 'cold blob'
A persistent North Atlantic 'cold blob' is being linked to heightened European heat risks as climate patterns shift.
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‘London cooking’: Why can’t the UK cope with the heat; when will it adapt?
Record-breaking June temperatures and high humidity levels are sparking questions regarding the United Kingdom’s infrastructure and heat adaptation.
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Spain Records 212 Deaths Due To Heatwave In 4 Days: Report
Spain reports 212 heat-related deaths over a four-day period as the country faces a persistent and record-breaking heatwave.
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Europe heatwave: Power outages hit France as it records hottest day since measurements began
France reports record-breaking temperatures and localized power outages as an intense heat wave persists across Europe.
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Climate crisis: UN chief lays out solutions blueprint for clean energy transition
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We recreated the legendary heatwave summer of 1976 in today’s climate
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Heat wave grips Europe, triggering alerts and disruptions
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Study: Climate Risk to Data Centers Much Higher Than Thought
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‘This Is Absolutely Crazy’: Antarctic Temperatures Hit a Record High This Month
Antarctica is experiencing record-breaking winter temperatures alongside significant sea ice loss, sparking urgent scientific concern.