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The world endured its hottest summer with devastating impacts

The world endured its hottest summer with devastating impacts

This summer was the hottest on record, with severe heat, storms and rising diseases affecting every continent.

Sarah Kaplan reports for The Washington Post.

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Rising heat and wildfires pose increasing risks to the elderly

Rising heat and wildfires pose increasing risks to the elderly

As extreme heat events and wildfires become more frequent and intense, America’s growing elderly population faces escalating health and safety threats.

Sharon Udasin reports for The Hill.

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The big chill: How Africa is moving to battle 'zombie' appliances

Used refrigerators and air conditioners, imported from Europe, are straining Africa's limited power supplies as the continent battles rising heat.

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