Explainer-How is climate change driving dangerous 'wet-bulb' temperatures?
By Gloria Dickie LONDON A dangerous combination of heat and humidity is sweeping the Gulf region this week,
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European bank stocks bounce as Italy softens windfall tax blow
Banking stocks in Italy and elsewhere in Europe rebounded Wednesday after the country watered down a plan to whack its banks with a surprise one-off 40% tax on their windfall profits.
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Biden tries to bolster his climate credentials as activists push for more urgency
President Joe Biden is traveling west this week on a mission to ramp up excitement for an agenda that -- so far -- is yielding little political upside.
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World Scout Jamboree: How troubles plagued South Korea's operation
Witnesses say the event was struck by bad weather but also plagued by mismanagement and safety risks.
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British Museum agrees to pay translator whose work it used without permission
A translator whose work was used by the British Museum without her permission won a victory this week after reaching a settlement with the institution, following two months of negotiations and online campaigning -- with a little help from the fans of K-pop superstars BTS.
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Dave Roberts, Dodgers fire back at Padres pitcher's 'bush league' comments
Padres starter Seth Lugo accused the Dodgers of knowing what pitches were coming on Monday. On Tuesday, they fired back at the right-hander.After the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 13-7 on Monday, fueled by an eight-run fourth inning, Padres starter Seth Lugo said he believed that...
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iPhone users will soon have to adjust to this small but significant change
Get your thumb ready for next month. Apple is making a subtle change to the iPhone's software that will likely mess with your muscle memory: The big red "end call" button is moving.
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What Is Vocal Fry?
Vocal fry describes a specific sound quality caused by the movement of the vocal folds—and it’s nothing new.
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Angel Hernandez Is Still the Worst Umpire in MLB History
Angel Hernandez is still an awful umpire.
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Sparks vs. Fever prediction and odds for Tuesday, Aug. 8 (Fade Indiana at home)
The Indiana Fever are looking for some revenge against the Los Angeles Sparks after losing two games to them at the end of last month.Indiana is just 2-8 in its last 10 games and currently sits in last place in the Eastern Conference.The Sparks (10-18) have really struggled on the road this ...
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What is Ohio's Issue 1- and why is the vote so controversial?
A seemingly tedious constitutional amendment could have a significant impact on abortion rights.
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MLB Rumors: Giants recruit Ohtani, Juan Soto suitor, Royals-White Sox trade nixed
MLB rumors: Giants ace Logan Webb has nothing but good things to say about Ohtani, begins recruitment of himThis week, the Giants traveled to visit the Angels, giving them another front-row seat to see just how magnificent of a year Shohei Ohtani is having. Ohtani is a free agent this offseason an...
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