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Seoul braces for heatwave sweeping South Korea as death toll reaches 16
South Korea faces a mounting public health crisis as a severe summer heatwave leads to 16 confirmed deaths.
Heatwave
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Seoul braces for first severe heat warning as heatwave sweeps South Korea
South Korea is facing a deadly heatwave that has claimed 16 lives, prompting urgent government calls for increased support.
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Record heatwave spreads across Korean Peninsula, prompting emergency response
The Korean Peninsula is facing a record-breaking heatwave, triggering the highest-level emergency alerts for the Greater Seoul area.
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South Korea has hottest day on record amid extreme weather globally
South Korea has recorded its highest temperature ever as a record-breaking heatwave disrupts the Korean peninsula.
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Sunken Nazi warship uncovered in shrinking river during heatwave
Dropping water levels during a heatwave have revealed sunken Nazi warships, bringing hidden wartime history back to the surface.
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South Korea records highest-ever temperature of 41.4 C as heatwave intensifies
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In Prague, They're Putting the Polar Bears on Ice
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‘Nightmarish’ Wildfire in Crete Kills Two Firefighters as Thousands Evacuate
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Live updates: Spain and France wildfires stabilize but risks remain with temperatures set to spike above 100 degrees
European heatwave pushes Spain and France wildfires toward record levels as temperatures near 100 °F.
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Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwave
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Live updates: France issues heat warnings in wildfire-hit areas, as at least 63,000 evacuated near Madrid
Severe wildfires in France and Spain have forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate as emergency crews race against an incoming heatwave.
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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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France recorded 5,700 more deaths than usual during its historic June heatwave
France recorded thousands of excess deaths during a historic June-July heatwave, sparking widespread international news coverage.
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Thousands died in England and Wales from recent heat waves: Report
New estimates from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine link over 2,700 excess deaths in England and Wales to recent record heatwaves.
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Wildfire rages near Paris as heatwave scorches Europe
A severe wildfire destroys thousands of hectares in the historic Fontainebleau forest near Paris amid a European heatwave.
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Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show
New data reveals 10,000 excess deaths across Europe following a severe, record-breaking heatwave in late June.
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Thousands may have died in UK's exceptional May and June heatwaves
Recent studies indicate that over 2,700 deaths occurred in England and Wales during exceptional May and June heatwaves.
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A Week of Easy High-Protein Dinners for Summer (Weekly Plan & Shopping List!)
A surge in high-protein, quick-prep meal guides is trending as consumers seek ways to eat healthily during peak summer heat.
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Change to the route of Stage 9 as the department of Corrèze passes on red alert for a heatwave
Extreme heat forces route changes, time limit extensions, and safety debates at Stage 9 of the Tour de France.
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Stage 9 of Tour de France shortened amid 'red alert' heatwave warning in central France
Tour de France organizers shorten stage nine as an 'exceptionally intense' heatwave triggers red alert warnings across central France.
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How to handle the heatwave mosquito surge
Heatwave spikes mosquito activity, prompting a wave of practical advice on bite prevention and backyard control.
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Western Europe Had Its Hottest June on Record
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Wildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Severe wildfires rage across Portugal, Greece, France, and Spain amidst widespread European heatwave warnings.
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I Got a First Look at Sony’s Cooling Neck Device, Just in Time for the Heat Wave
Sony’s $259 REON POCKET PRO Plus wearable AC hits the US as heatwaves intensify
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NYC HEATWAVE: Power problems force Con Edison to temporarily shut off nearly 10,000 Queens customers; nearly 400,000 others have voltage reduced
An extreme heat wave has forced Con Edison to cut power to thousands and reduce voltage for hundreds of thousands across New York City.
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How Heat Affects the Brain
New reports highlight a rising correlation between extreme summer temperatures and various impacts on cognitive function and mental health.
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Pharmacist warns of heat risks for people on common medications
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Con Edison shuts off power to parts of Bronx neighborhood on hottest day of the year
A severe heat wave is straining New York City's electrical grid, resulting in thousands of outages and calls for conservation from Con Edison and Gov. Hochul.
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Unprecedented European Heatwave Has Killed More Than 20,000, New Study Claims
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After France Swelters, Now It Burns
Southern France is facing significant wildfires, resulting in thousands of evacuations following a period of record-breaking heat.
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Is Your Air Conditioning Killing People Thousands of Miles Away?
French consumers are engaging in frantic struggles to acquire air conditioning units as the country prepares for an incoming heatwave.
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Heatwave scorches east Europe as Slovakia, Czechia see record temperatures
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Emergency Ordered for Largest US Power Grid as Record Heat Nears
Record heat drives emergency orders for the U.S.'s largest power grid as nearly a million lose electricity.
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An American in Paris, Sans Air-Conditioning
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Some medications can make it harder for your body to handle extreme heat, experts say
Health experts and agencies are cautioning that common medications, including antidepressants and insulin, can impact the body's ability to handle extreme heat.
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Germany news: Heat record broken for second consecutive day
Germany shatters heat records again as 41.7 °C sparks melting Autobahn and highlights infrastructure gaps.
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Harry Styles chokes on water, collapses on stage while performing during heatwave
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Germany hit by record temperatures as European heatwave moves east
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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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Paris dream turns to nightmare as rooftop dwellers bake in historic heatwave
Extreme heatwaves across Europe have pushed France to its highest health alert level as Paris rooftop dwellers face historic temperatures.
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Heat records shattered as Spain sets double June high
Spain reports record-shattering temperatures as heatwave conditions trigger safety alerts and travel warnings across the country.
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To Escape the Heat, Parisians Jump into an Old Industrial Canal
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France, UK and Spain see record temperatures as heatwave grips western Europe
A severe, record-breaking heatwave is currently intensifying across Western Europe and spreading eastward into Germany and Poland.
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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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We recreated the legendary heatwave summer of 1976 in today’s climate
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Millions of Metformin drug users issued serious four day warning
Pharmacists are issuing heatwave-related usage warnings for a wide range of medications as temperatures rise in England and Wales.
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Europe's current heat wave is so bad the French are considering adopting AC 'if necessary'
Europe's extreme heat wave prompts severe alerts, energy grid strain, and rare considerations regarding air conditioning in France.
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3 die in France as temperatures to exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit in European heatwave
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Heat wave grips Europe, triggering alerts and disruptions
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France swelters in heatwave as temperatures look set to hit 40C
France implements strict public restrictions and red alerts as an intensifying European heatwave pushes temperatures toward 40C.
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Scorching Heat for the Summer Solstice: The Dangerous Longevity of Europe’s New June Heatwave
A persistent heatwave is disrupting infrastructure and daily life across Europe as officials issue emergency warnings for the summer solstice.
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Western Europe Braces for Another Round of Heat
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