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Heat Wave Starts in North Texas, Temperatures to Reach Triple Digits

July 20, 2026

North Texas is set for a scorching week, with Monday’s high expected to climb to 101°F. The heat index could make it feel as hot as 106°F, turning the region into a true summer blaze. A light south‑southwest breeze of about 5 mph will drift in, offering a brief coolness during the day and night. Ove

science

Wind Power’s Real‑World Hurdles and the Science Trying to Fix Them

July 20, 2026

Wind energy is a growing part of America’s power mix, yet it still faces many real challenges. One of the biggest complaints is that wind can’t always blow, so power output swings wildly. Modern turbines can use even a light breeze, but to match the steady supply of coal or nuclear plants many m

science

Mosquito Moves North: Why We Need Better Tracking

July 19, 2026

A new wave of mosquitoes is slipping into places that used to stay cool, like New England. Climate change has made these areas warmer and wetter, giving insects that carry viruses a chance to settle in. In Connecticut, scientists have found 54 kinds of mosquitoes, including the Asian tiger mosquito

sports

Sunny Day, Strong Winds: A New Look at the Open’s Second Round

July 17, 2026

The Royal Birkdale course greeted players with a bright, warm morning that made for ideal golfing conditions. Temperatures climbed to 76 degrees during the day and dipped only to 56 at night, keeping everyone comfortable on the links. The sky stayed clear all day, and weather experts reported a zero

health

Keeping Your Dog Cool When the Heat Rises

July 16, 2026

Dogs can feel the summer heat just as we do, but their bodies react in ways that might surprise owners. When temperatures climb above 80°F, certain breeds and ages are more vulnerable to overheating. Small dogs, older pets, those with heavy coats or flat faces tend to overheat faster than others. ...

opinion

Venice Biennale: The US Pavilion That Said Nothing

July 16, 2026

The Venice Biennale is a big art event held every two years. Countries bring their best artists to show what they stand for. The United States usually uses this chance to share its values. This time, the US artist was chosen by a new group. The usual experts from the National Endowment for the Arts

weather

Heat and Smoke: New York City Faces a Double Threat

July 16, 2026

New Yorkers are bracing for the hottest day of the year, with temperatures climbing to 96 degrees. The heat is already intense, but a second problem looms: smoke from wildfires in Canada is drifting southward and will soon worsen the city’s air quality. The day that is expected to be the most swe

environment

Eggs Reveal Hidden Poison in New Hampshire Lakes

July 16, 2026

Scientists study abandoned loon eggs to learn about pollution. The eggs that never hatch are collected carefully after the mother has left them. Each egg carries a record of what the loon ate in the weeks before it was laid. Eggs are better than blood samples for this work. Blood shows onl

celebrities

Meghan’s Emmy Nod: A New Chapter After Netflix Exit

July 16, 2026

The Duchess of Sussex just received a shout‑out from the Emmy Awards. Her show, “With Love, Meghan, ” was nominated for Outstanding Lifestyle Series. The news came after the series had been cancelled by Netflix two months earlier. The nomination is a surprise, because the show only ran for two sea

weather

Heat Wave Warning Hits Detroit Area

July 14, 2026

A warning is in place for the Detroit region as a second hot spell of July arrives. The heat advisory covers Tuesday afternoon and evening, with temperatures climbing to 90 degrees at the local airport on Monday. This marks the start of a stretch that could see three or more days above 90 degrees, w