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Soaring temperatures starting July 12, 1995 combined with air pollution and high humidity made life unbearable in the Midwest.

Heat waves are deadly to both humans and animals. Learn how important the heat index is to weather forecasters and how alerts can help keep people safe in excessive heat.

Follow these simple tips to stay cool during a summer pregnancy and avoid overheating while pregnant.

Fans of the hit ABC series Castle will be thrilled with this book that is actually part of the television show.

Summer is a great time of year - the sun, the sand, the long patio lunches. Here's how to cope when temperatures soar to record highs.

Searing heat and recurring power outages caused hundreds of deaths in Canada and the United States during July and August 2006.

Countdown of the ten worst natural disasters in the United States related to hurricanes, tornadoes, drought, earthquakes, fires and floods.

Assessing the 2007 Atlantic Hurricane Season, with 15 named storms, while extreme drought plagued the SW and SE United States, heat waves led to wildfires in the West.

Feeling a little grouchy because of summer time heat? There is a reason for that.

What will happen to Greece's tourism when the fires finally die?

Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM or PAME) results in nausea, fever, headache and ultimately kills. Protect yourself from this rare but deadly amoebic infection.

Death Valley is aptly named for an oven-like basin in Eastern California. Since the turn of the last century, records have been collated on its temperature and rainfall.

Millions of visitors flock to the man-made beaches along the Seine River in Paris fleeing the heat and enjoying a taste of the tropical life.

The 2009 Vintage saw extreme weather conditions that contributed to low yields, droughts and some of the most devastating bush fires Australia has ever seen.

Summer is fast approaching and Memorial Day is a perfect oppurtunity to spend time with family and friends. Here is a great recipe to get you all in the mood for summer.

Many consider these confections to be the star product of the iconic Zurich-based firm which invented them, and the world's finest truffles.

Earthquakes and hurricanes make more headlines, but heat causes more fatalities across United States according to Death Map research released by BioMed.

In the mood for pizza tonight? With Domino's new Pizza Tracker, customers can view the progress of their Italian pie order, from start to finish, online.

Named as Black Friday, a sunny and humid day in Edmonton, Alberta turned into a barrage of thunderstorms, hail and a destructive tornado.

Scientific evidence mounts that the environmental future is bleak, yet people playing politics with science are distorting the message and creating a confused public.

The U.N.'s latest report carries the toughest warning about the impacts of global warming, which is affected marine life and tourist hot spots such as Goa.

"Iced tea is too pure and natural a creation not to have been invented as soon as tea, ice, and hot weather crossed paths." - John Egerton

The world has now seen ample footage of the horrific bushfires that have ravaged country Victoria, killing over 180 people and countless wildlife in its wake.

A runner collapsed and died during the 2007 Chicago Marathon run in record heat. There are risks to running in hot weather.

Nanjing was the first capital of the Republic of China and it's a worthwhile stop on any China itinerary.

By 1964, Motown Records had become one of the largest and most successful record companies in the United States.

Summer travel in Southern Europe can mean sweltering cities and overcrowded hot beaches, but Italy, Greece, Spain and Portugal also have cooler places to escape the heat.

Irish actor Dylan Moran writes and stars in this hidden BBC gem, now available as a box set on DVD. "I've never been up at half ten - what happens?!"

Fiction from Eugene Mirabelli, John Langan, regulars Robert Reed and Albert E Cowdrey, a reprint of a 1973 story from Edgar Allen Poe award winner Warner Law, and reviews

The catastrophic wildfires in Victoria and the associated heatwave have damaged the local wine industry.

Monthly chores and checks needed in vegetable, fruit and herb gardens for the month of May where the weather is hot.

A few tips and tricks for your workplace to keep the planet alive.

Runners who want to keep running in the summer heat must take special precautions against heat stroke and heat exhaustion.

The heat in summer can take its toll on the appetite. Eating light, healthy, raw foods and maintaining one's intake of fluids is vital.

Maori music and movement has always been a way to honour ancestors and keep history alive. Now these indigenous art forms are meeting the challenge of a global reality.

The Predator is back. This time it has landed in a busy city and is hunting down both cops and drug dealers within the uban jungle of Los Angeles.

Experts on health and climate change convene to help develop recommendations on how to prioritize health research and risk management in the face of climate change.

There are lots of holiday songs, but this tune has remained the "most requested christmas song" for over 20 years. Its Rock and Roll Hall of Fame writer sings up a storm.

Sleeping bags come in varied designs, temperature ratings, and materials. Choosing one for the Appalachian Trail depends on the season. Weight and warmth are priorities.

June has been the most popular wedding month for centuries, but statistics from the National Center for Health Statistics suggest the trend may be changing.

Though his assassine was convicted of his murder, the true blame for the death of James Garfield has been shown to rest, in part, on his doctors themselves.

Cooling beds or thermo regulating mats, as well as vests and bandanas, and plenty of water can help keep dogs from getting too hot, outdoors or in.

Water plants thoroughly with soaker hoses and other efficient watering aids.

An urban heat island is a metropolitan area which is significantly warmer than its surroundings, a phenomenon caused by buildings, roads, and similar elements.

This Historian writes from the perspective of the miner, cowboy, the farmer, saloon owner, prostitutes, and anyone else that spent time in the west during its expansion.

Parents don't need to play annoying children's CDs to get their kids interested in music. Their are plenty of musical choices that the family can listen to together.

The Top-10 American Idol finalists performed the best of Motown Wednesday night - find out which performances brought down the house, and who flopped on the show!

Recognizing heat exhaustion and heat stroke symptoms is critical for anyone who lives in a hot climate. Knowing how to treat hyperthermia victims may save a life.

While the world tries to stop global warming through reduction of greenhouse emissions and other means, Hollywood produces films about it.

Evergreen trees provide the best privacy screening for outdoor residential landscaping. Natural trees block undesirable views, reduce noise and benefit the environment.