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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Why is the additive, safely used since the 1930s, being questioned again?
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Tropical Storm Chantal grew in strength as it approached the southeast U.S. coast. It's forecasted to bring heavy rains to parts of the Carolinas on Sunday.
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The Dalai Lama turned 90 on Sunday surrounded by thousands of followers, who thronged the Himalayan town of Dharamshala.
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Iran' s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday made his first public appearance since the 12-day war between Israel and Iran began, attending a mourning ceremony on the eve of Ashoura.
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At least 78 people are dead following flooding that slammed central Texas over the weekend, while a desperate search for 11 missing from a camp for girls continues.
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