Canadian Wildfires Send Smoke Across Eastern US
Eleven weekend fires in Canada have sent a new wave of wildfire smoke to blanket large areas of the eastern United States in mid-July.
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Eleven weekend fires in Canada have sent a new wave of wildfire smoke to blanket large areas of the eastern United States in mid-July.

Extreme weather, including torrential rain, high winds, and flash flooding, has hit several north-eastern US states, leading to a fatality in New Jersey, power outages, and travel disruptions.

The eastern US is experiencing wildfire smoke from the Great Lakes to Washington, DC, while floodwaters continue to impact Texas's Hill Country for a third day. New fires have also erupted in the Pacific Northwest, with 68 large blazes now active across 15 states.

At least 19 deaths in New Jersey, northeastern USA, have been attributed to a prolonged heatwave affecting the eastern part of the country.
Temperatures are set to rise as a heat dome forms over parts of the US. Spencer Platt/Getty Images A heat dome is sending temperatures soaring in parts of the central and eastern US. The extreme temperatures come just around the corner from the Fourth of July holiday weekend. High electricity use is straining the grid, and Chicago residents are being told to reduce consumption. An intense heat dome is building across parts of the US ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. People in cen...

The eastern United States is preparing for an oppressive and unrelenting heatwave, with authorities urging residents to take precautions and stay safe.

France, Mexico, and Norway have secured their places in the next stage of the World Cup, with Mexico ending a 40-year knockout drought. Meanwhile, fans and players are contending with a significant heatwave affecting the tournament in the US.
Tropical Storm Arthur has weakened but its remnants are poised to unleash days of heavy rain and potentially life-threatening floods across the southeastern US.
A recent blaze in Georgia serves as an example of how climate change is contributing to a rise in wildfires across the Eastern United States, according to an AP News report.

Iran has offered a proposal to allow ships to exit the Oman side of the Strait of Hormuz free of attack, amidst ongoing tensions and warnings to the United States regarding blockades. This comes as the US and Israel affirm identical goals concerning Iran.
The PJM Interconnection, which operates a large electricity grid in the eastern US, is described as broken, indicating significant operational challenges.
A high risk for severe weather is predicted to erupt across the central and eastern United States, prompting concerns for potential storms.
An unprecedented blizzard hit parts of the northeastern United States, dropping 76.2 cm (30 inches) of snow and bringing travel to a near standstill for millions.

A powerful bomb cyclone brought severe snowstorms to the northeastern United States, with New York City experiencing over half a meter of snow, leading to closed schools and empty stores.

A powerful snow blizzard hit the northeastern USA, bringing up to 76 cm of snow. Millions were affected, 7400 flights were canceled, and thousands were left without power. A state of emergency has been declared.
Severe Storm Intensifies in Northeast, Snarling Travel The Wall Street Journal

A powerful winter storm has impacted the northeastern United States, leading to states of emergency in several areas including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. Travel restrictions and thousands of flight cancellations have been implemented, with a travel ban in New York.

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City and New Jersey announced travel bans, airlines canceled thousands of flights and even Broadway shows were canceled Sunday evening as a fierce winter storm bore down on the Northeastern US, prompting blizzard warnings from Maryland to Massachusetts. Snow began falling in New Jersey and New York as the storm moved northward. The National Weather Service said 30 to 60 centimeters of snow was possible in many areas, along with heavy winds. Visibility in many areas was e
A historic winter storm is threatening the Northeastern United States, placing 54 million people under storm warnings and leading to over 3500 flight cancellations. States of emergency have been declared in several areas, including a travel ban in New York City.
The father-in-law of Rhode Island shooter Robert Dorgan allegedly threatened to have him murdered by an 'Asian street gang' due to his gender transition.
Road dust in seven eastern US cities contains toxic metals linked to historical industrial activities, posing health risks, particularly for children, through regular dust exposure.

England defeated France 6-4 in a high-scoring and chaotic match to claim third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick for England, while France's Michael Olise set a new World Cup assist record during the game.

Smoke from widespread Canadian wildfires has caused Toronto to experience the world's worst air quality, with the haze also reaching and affecting major US cities like New York. The skies in affected areas have turned orange and yellow, prompting emergency warnings.

President Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore celebrating America's 250th anniversary, praising the nation while also issuing warnings against communism. Concurrently, Pope Leo XIV marked the U.S. anniversary and visited Lampedusa, urging the country to welcome and protect immigrants.
A 'heat dome' over the eastern US has led to temperatures nearing 40C, straining utility grids, causing electricity prices to soar, and leaving over 150,000 households without power.

A prolonged and dangerous heatwave is expected to intensify across parts of the central US, Ohio Valley, and East Coast, with the National Weather Service warning that the heat index could reach 115F.

A potentially dangerous heatwave is forecast to sweep across the eastern United States ahead of a holiday weekend. Meanwhile, Latvia expects rain in many areas on Wednesday, with heat persisting in its eastern regions.
Natural gas prices have fallen due to updated forecasts predicting cooler weather across the Eastern United States.

US sanctions against Iran's oil industry have intensified tensions, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane. Iran has responded with proposals for safe passage and threats against US vessels if control of the strait is challenged.

Giant Joro spiders, known for their 4-inch leg spans, are reportedly spreading across the eastern United U.S. and could reach Pennsylvania, though experts emphasize they are shy and rarely bite.
Powerful storms are sweeping across the central and eastern United States, prompting the National Weather Service to issue tornado warnings. In one locality, strong winds destroyed a barn housing donkeys, causing the animals to flee in panic.

The northeastern USA is under the grip of a historic snowstorm, with temperatures dropping to -23 degrees Celsius. Rhode Island saw over 90 centimeters of snowfall, breaking a 1978 record, leaving residents waking up to frozen landscapes.

A cyclone named Hernando brought a massive snowstorm to New York and the northeastern United States, affecting over 40 million Americans with up to 90 centimeters of snow and leading to states of emergency.
A powerful snowstorm has struck the northeastern United States, leaving hundreds of thousands of households without power, canceling thousands of flights, and causing widespread disruption.

A severe snow blizzard hit parts of the northeastern United States, causing over 30 cm of snow, blocking millions of travelers, and leading to the closure of roads, suspension of trains, and cancellation of approximately 5700 flights.

A powerful blizzard struck the northeastern United States, causing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and the cancellation of over 5,000 flights, with New York experiencing its first significant snowfall in nine years.
A severe winter storm is approaching millions of people in the northeastern USA. Authorities have issued a blizzard warning.
The northeastern United States was hit by a powerful winter storm, bringing heavy snowfall and winds with gusts up to 100 km/h. Thousands of households were left without electricity, and most roads are closed.

Snow could fall at a rate of five to seven centimeters per hour during the storm, with nearly 54 million people in the storm's path in the eastern US.
A new study found that organically managed bee colonies on farms in the northeastern US produced honey with pesticide residue levels comparable to certified organic honey.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires continued to blanket parts of the eastern and midwestern US, leading to air quality concerns and flash flood warnings, while also igniting a cross-border dispute over Canada's handling of the fires.
Heavy rainfall has prompted flood watches across New York and the Eastern United States, as weather officials monitor the situation.

A severe heatwave across the Eastern US has led to the cancellation and disruption of numerous Fourth of July events and is straining power grids. The largest US power grid, PJM, has ordered emergency electricity curbs to prevent blackouts.

A dangerous heat dome is bringing extreme temperatures to the US, intensifying in the Northeast with temperatures hitting 38°C in cities like New York and Washington. This has prompted health warnings, the opening of cooling centers, and the cancellation of July 4 events and Amtrak train routes, as experts explain how this extreme heat affects the human body.

Iconic billboards in Times Square have been dimmed as a severe heat wave impacts the eastern U.S., prompting urgent calls for residents to reduce energy consumption to prevent power grid overload.

A deadly heatwave, with humidity making temperatures feel up to 46°C, is gripping the eastern US, while wildfires continue to rage in the West, threatening millions.

A meteor fireball exploded over the United States, causing a loud boom that alarmed residents across New England. NASA confirmed the event, which was equivalent to 300 tonnes of TNT.
A storm with hail caused significant damage in the northeastern US state of Ohio. The ice chunks falling from the sky were the size of golf balls.
A town in the Northeastern United States has received an extraordinary 32 feet of snow this winter, with forecasts indicating that more snowfall is on the way.
A powerful low-pressure system is forecast to bring low temperatures and snow to the central and eastern United States on Sunday, potentially impacting nearly 200 million people.

A powerful winter blizzard that hit the north-eastern US has left two dead in Maryland and continues to delay flights and cause widespread power outages across the region.

Winter storm Hernando has swept across the northeastern USA in recent days. Life came to a standstill in many places.

A powerful snowstorm with strong winds hit the northeastern United States, dumping over 60 centimeters of snow in some regions and leaving households without power. New York officials declared the blizzard over by late afternoon.

A massive snowstorm struck the northeastern United States, trapping millions indoors and causing widespread power outages. Blizzard warnings, travel disruptions, and school closures are in effect.

A massive winter storm, classified as a 'bomb cyclone,' struck the northeastern United States, bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and widespread disruption to millions of residents.
The northeastern US is bracing for a severe winter storm. The governors of New York and New Jersey have declared a state of emergency, as have several other states. Thousands of flights z

Millions in the northeastern USA are bracing for a severe winter storm, with authorities issuing a blizzard warning and New York City closing its roads to car traffic.
A winter storm is expected to hit the northeastern United States, with blizzard warnings in effect for millions of people.