Urban heat islands become dangerous when temperatures rise.
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Iranian state television broadcast the news that Iran had attacked American forces stationed at the Al Udeid Air Base.
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Locations across the city will provide relief during extreme heat warnings.
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Public meeting highlights in Central Virginia for the week beginning June 23.
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'Tapestry of Resilience' explored community's origins through artifacts, anecdotes.
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Tens of thousands of American troops are based in the Middle East.
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Updated June 23, 12:45 p.m.: Officials say the water is safe to drink; repairs are set to continue throughout the week.
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Erin Patterson hosted four of her estranged husband's relatives for lunch in July 2023. Three of them later died of death cap mushroom poisoning. Nearly two years later, a jury has found her guilty.
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Far more families are choosing to have fewer — or no — children. Many countries, including the U.S., now face a rapidly aging population that could begin to shrink.
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At least 78 people are reported dead after flooding over the weekend. Meanwhile, residents are advised to be cautious over the next 24 to 48 hours as more rain threatens the area.
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As searchers continue to look for victims in the deadly flash flooding in Texas, officials are answering questions about the weather forecasts ahead of and during the storm.
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Timelapse video shows authorities blocking off a low water crossing over the Llano River in Kingsland just before flash flooding completely inundated the area in just 10 minutes.
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