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GLOBAL WARMING HEAT EXTREMES
In 1981, climate researchers began tracking hourly temperatures that would eventually span 43 years of global data. 47 years later, their projections show hot days could contain more than 4 extra hours of extreme heat, revealing risks daily averages miss- US heat wave could feel like 115°F as millions brace for dangerous days
- Since 2025, University of Manchester researchers modelled 2,300 urban canal sections across Great Britain and Ireland. Now, the study shows canals can lower nearby temperatures by as much as 2.3°C during heatwaves
- Something is thawing beneath Alaska — and the price tag could be $43 trillionAlaska's tundra holds immense frozen carbon stores which are thawing. This thaw releases greenhouse gases, potentially causing significant ...14 Aug, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
- How to cool down a hot car quickly without overworking the AC: Try this simple trick before you start drivingTo efficiently cool down hot cars, start by opening windows and a door on opposite sides to encourage airflow. Additionally, roll down the ...14 Aug, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
- Aluminum pans need the right kind of cleaning if grease, grime, burnt food or mineral deposits make them look permanently blackened; here are a few ways to bring back their shineAluminum pans can become blackened due to heat and food residue. Proper cleaning techniques can restore their original luster and appearanc...14 Aug, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
- France Heatwave Shock: What’s really driving the €15 billion economic toll?France faces enormous economic costs from ongoing summer heatwaves and drought. These combined direct and indirect losses are estimated bet...12 Aug, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
- In 1976, famously hot European summer gave hints about intense heatwave, now deadly warning about global warming issued as weather scientists predict dangerous new patternWorld Meteorological Organization's head of climate information said the current pattern of heat across Europe, the world's fastest-warming...12 Aug, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
- France faces record nuclear shortfall amid heat, drought & jellyfish invasionFrance experienced a record nuclear power deficit exceeding twenty percent. This significant shortfall resulted from environmental factors ...12 Aug, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
- Tokyo used rooftop rainwater and AI-powered spraying to fight extreme urban heat; study finds potential to cool buildings and cut air-conditioning demand and reducing the intensity of heat wavesRooftop rainwater harvesting: Tokyo's rooftops may offer a new strategy for extreme heat management. Rainwater harvesting and roof sprinkli...10 Aug, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
- UK and France prepare for another heat wave as western Europe sets new temperature recordEurope is experiencing its fifth heat wave this season with temperatures nearing forty degrees Celsius. The United Kingdom and France are p...10 Aug, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
- Europe’s economy faces the hard reality of climate change this summerThe intense heatwaves sweeping across Europe this summer are leaving deep economic scars. With soaring temperatures and severe drought hamp...10 Aug, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
- Why are people wrapping their feet with aluminum foil? Expert reacts to viral social media claims about its benefitsRecently, an unusual trend on social media has surfaced, suggesting the use of aluminum foil around feet to keep warm in the winter season....10 Aug, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Mark Twain, 'Climate is what we expect, weather is what we get' teaches timeless lesson on expectations, reality, true meaning of life's unpredictabilityQuote of the day by Mark Twain carries a broader philosophical message. Human beings naturally seek certainty. We like schedules, predictio...08 Aug, 2026, 08.55 PM IST
- This summer isn't breaking heat records - yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists sayWith a formidable El Nino set to escalate global temperatures, the weather patterns we rely on are likely to be severely altered. Experts w...07 Aug, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
- Europe swelters as heat wave grips continent, Italy issues nationwide red alertItaly issued its highest heat alert across major cities as Europe faced extreme weather. Record temperatures were recorded in Austria, whil...06 Aug, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
- From higher power bills to canceled trips: How extreme heat is reshaping daily life in the USAmericans report extreme heat significantly impacts daily life and finances. Electricity bills are rising, affecting nearly all households ...06 Aug, 2026, 03.16 PM IST
- Austria records all-time temperature high of 41CAustria has set a new record with temperatures soaring to a staggering 41 degrees Celsius, marking its hottest day in history. This heat wa...04 Aug, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
- No electricity, no diesel: Sonam Wangchuk's invented tent can stay warm at up to -14 degrees. How does it work?Sonam Wangchuk’s innovative tent was designed to stay warm even when temperatures outside dropped to -14°C. In 2021, he said it could reach...04 Aug, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
- Heat to hit jobs across Indian cities: World BankExtreme heat could make outdoor work increasingly unsafe across Indian cities, leading to significant job-equivalent labour losses and econ...31 Jul, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
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