Europe’s extreme heat would be impossible without climate change, scientists say
admin The record-breaking heat that’s scorching Europe day and night this month would not have been possible without climate change, according…
June 2026
Things to know about the Venezuela earthquakes
A rare double earthquake ravaged Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 188 people and leaving more than 200 trapped. Many…
What to know about earthquake early warning systems
Many countries have systems to alert people seconds before shaking begins in an earthquake. Experts say even a slight warning…
The 2 earthquakes that struck Venezuela are known as a ‘doublet.’ Here’s how they happen
The deadly earthquakes that have struck Venezuela’s northern coast were an event known as a “doublet.” The U.S. Geological Survey…
Supreme Court allows Trump administration to end legal protections for Haitians, Syrians
The Supreme Court is allowing the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disaster in…
By the numbers: What to know about Europe’s record-breaking heat wave
Western Europe is baking under a heat dome, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius in many areas. This extreme…
Twin earthquakes strike Venezuela, in photos
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within about a minute of each other on Wednesday, causing buildings…
An oil tanker navigates the Strait of Hormuz despite threats from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard
A Liberian oil tanker has navigated the Strait of Hormuz, using a new route close to Oman's shores that has…
Mexico’s president seeks to restart oil shipments to Cuba as island’s crises deepen
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country seeks to restart oil shipments to Cuba soon, a move that could provide…
Acting Venezuela President Rodríguez says 32 dead and 700 injured after earthquakes
Powerful back-to-back earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings and sending panicked residents into the streets as communities across…