Weeks of triple-digit heat spark wildfires in Texas as nation scorches
Drought conditions driven by weeks of triple-digit heat are turning Texas into a tinderbox.
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Europe faces extreme heat
Northwestern parts of Europe are seeing some relief today as the high temperatures shift east. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe explains how leaders are responding to the weather crisis.
What's driving Europe's extreme heat wave
The dangerous heat wave in Europe is breaking records and fueling wildfires across the region, CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports. New York Times climate reporter Henry Fountain speaks with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on what's driving the life-threatening conditions.
London wakes up to the grim realities of heat wave hell
"This is the climate change that we've been promised," one expert tells CBS News, and it is "here to stay."
Heatwave in Europe escalates
Dozens of buildings were destroyed across London on Tuesday, the hottest day ever recorded in the U.K. Ramy Innocencio reports on how European countries are battling with the dangerous effects of climate change.
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Millions in U.S. and Europe face extreme heat as wildfires break out
The National Weather Service said that more than 60 new record highs will be set across 20 states by the end of the week.
Europe struggles with deadly heat wave
Europe is facing a deadly heat wave, with high temperatures typically seen in the Middle East rather than in Paris, London or Madrid. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe gives an update from Paris and explains when western Europe will see some relief.
Europe heat wave turns deadly
In Spain, wildfires engulfed farmland and lead to one man's narrow escape, and a heat wave across Europe presents record temperatures. As Roxana Saberi reports, the UK warns of widespread impacts on infrastructure.
Europe faces record-breaking heat wave
Europe is facing a record-breaking heat wave. The UK has declared a state of emergency, wildfires are burning across Spain, France and Greece and hundreds of deaths in Portugal and Spain have been attributed to the extreme heat. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio is in London's Hyde Park where people are turning to public lakes for relief.
Brutal heat and wildfires grip Europe
The brutal heat in Europe is fueling deadly wildfires in some areas. In the UK, a country not accustomed to this type of weather, many people are struggling to cope. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joined "CBS News Mornings" from London with details.
Heat wave across Europe
Thousands of people have been evacuated across Europe as wildfires continue to spread amid dangerous heat waves. Record temperatures could be seen in the U.K. on Monday and Tuesday. Roxana Saberi reports.
Devastating heatwave sweeps Europe
Dangerous, record-breaking heat is sweeping across parts of Europe. The soaring temperatures are linked to several deaths and a number of wildfires. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Fire threatens Yosemite sequoias
Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire in California's Yosemite National Park that's been raging for days and threatening hundreds of ancient sequoia trees. Jonathan Vigliotti is live with the latest on the efforts to contain the fire.
Heat wave forces French to nix Bastille Day fireworks over fire risk
With thousands of acres already charred by wildfires amid the 2nd bout of extreme heat this year, many towns and villages have decided it's not worth the risk.
Firefighters gain ground against Yosemite wildfire
A wildfire burning in California's Yosemite National Park continues to grow, but firefighters have been gaining ground in their battle to get it under control. The fire is threatening giant sequoias that are thousands of years old.
Wildfires threaten sequoia trees
Crews are taking creative measures to contain wildfires engulfing Yosemite National Park. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti joins CBS News Mornings with more details.
California firefighters gain against Yosemite wildfire
The Washburn Fire on the western flank of the Sierra Nevada was 25% contained as of early afternoon, according to an incident update.
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Yosemite wildfire threatens sequoias
Officials are reporting that the Washburn Fire is 25% contained. CBS News Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti is at Yosemite to discuss their cautious optimism and the threat to the famous sequoia trees.
Wildfire threatens iconic sequoias in Yosemite
The Washburn fire in Yosemite National Park is threatening the park's famous giant sequoias. The fire grew five times larger over the weekend and has scorched more than 2,300 acres. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Wildfire threatens Yosemite's giant sequoias
Firefighters are racing to save Yosemite's giant sequoias, which are thousands of years old, from a raging wildfire. The plan is to protect the ancient trees with a sprinkler system. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Wildfire threatens giant sequoias at Yosemite
An out-of-control wildfire is threatening Yosemite National Park's famous giant sequoias. The fire has forced the evacuation of some parts of the park. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Mariposa, California.
Growing wildfire in Yosemite National Park
Firefighters are working to fight a wildfire threatening the largest grove of giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park. The fire has more than doubled in size in a day. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Sprinklers used to protect iconic sequoias from Yosemite wildfire
Blistering temperatures, low humidity, and heavy terrain have made it difficult for firefighters to gain control of the Washburn Fire.
Everything we know about Minnesota's massive fraud schemes
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Videos released in Epstein files raise fresh questions about jail footage
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Zohran Mamdani sworn in to become New York City's 112th mayor
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Alleged drug smugglers jumped overboard in recent boat strikes, U.S. military says
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Police say many killed as fire tears through bar at Swiss Alps ski resort
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Judge voids decision to end legal status of 60,000 immigrants
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Transcript, video of Jack Smith's testimony on Trump cases released
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Can you guess 6-7 words on the 50th annual "Banished Words List"?
Respondents to a Michigan college's survey of overused and misused words and phrases say "6-7" is "cooked" and should come to a massive full-stop.
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Can you guess 6-7 words on the 50th annual "Banished Words List"?
Respondents to a Michigan college's survey of overused and misused words and phrases say "6-7" is "cooked" and should come to a massive full-stop.
Federal appeals court blocks Hawaii's tourist tax on cruise ships
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Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
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Judge voids decision to end legal status of 60,000 immigrants
A U.S. District Court judge issued a summary judgment on Wednesday, finding that the effort to revoke the legal status of tens of thousands of Hondurans, Nepalis and Nicaraguans was unlawful
Some states set to impose SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods
Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.
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Federal appeals court blocks Hawaii's tourist tax on cruise ships
The levy, which would impose a new 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passenger, was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.
Some states set to impose SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods
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Mortgage rates fall to their lowest level in 2025
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These national and regional retailers went out of business in 2025
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Trump Mobile pushes back release of gold-colored phone
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Zohran Mamdani sworn in at abandoned NYC subway station, becoming city's 112th mayor
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Alleged drug smugglers jumped overboard in recent boat strikes, U.S. military says
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Some states set to impose SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods
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Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits
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Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
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New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
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Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
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Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
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Police say many killed as fire tears through bar at Swiss Alps ski resort
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Alleged drug smugglers jumped overboard in recent boat strikes, U.S. military says
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U.S. sanctions 4 firms, oil tankers with ties to Venezuela
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France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
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Noah Wyle on authenticity of "The Pitt"
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Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
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Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
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Tech companies push for data centers
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
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Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
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Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
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Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
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Fallout grows over freezing of child care funds
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Epstein survivors decry delay in releasing files
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New Orleans marks 1 year since terror attack
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
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Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
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Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
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Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits
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