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South Korea Records Hottest Day in Over a Century Amid Global Heatwave
South Korea hit a record 42.5C on August 2, 2026, marking the country’s highest temperature in over a century as extreme heat impacts regions globally.
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OutKick’s Bobby Burack Criticizes Katie Nolan Over Comments on Sophie Cunningham
Media personality Katie Nolan and OutKick’s Bobby Burack have clashed over WNBA player Sophie Cunningham’s recent comments on transgender athletes in sports.
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Three Killed, Two Injured in Shooting at Idaho Restaurant; Suspected Gunman Dead
A shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, left three people dead and two injured, with the suspected gunman also found dead by police.
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Woman with locked-in syndrome settles legal action against HSE with €3.7m payout
Lynsey Cribbin, living with locked-in syndrome since 2012, has reached a €3.7m interim settlement with the HSE and Beaumont Hospital following a 14-year legal battle.
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Two Firefighters Injured in Clementi Flat Fire
A fire in a Clementi flat resulted in one death and injuries to two SCDF firefighters, with investigations into the blaze now underway.
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San Diego Lifeguards Brace for High Surf and Record Rescue Demand
San Diego lifeguards reported 2,740 rescues in July as officials warn of dangerous rip currents and high surf conditions persisting into the weekend.
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Phoenix Under Strain: Rollover Crash, Fatal Utility Dispute, and Record Heat Wave Highlight Summer Safety Crises
An MCSO deputy and two civilians were injured in a rollover crash near I-17, adding to Phoenix’s summer strain alongside a fatal utility-bill dispute.
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Medical Experts and Lawsuits Target Viral ‘NeeDoh’ Toy Burn Risks
A viral social media trend involving heating NeeDoh toys has led to severe burns in children, prompting medical warnings and a proposed class-action lawsuit.
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New concrete medians on Louisville’s Broadway spark driver confusion, safety concerns
New concrete medians installed on Louisville’s Broadway have triggered driver confusion and safety concerns following recent vehicle collisions in the corridor.
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Truck Festival Investigates Food Poisoning Linked to ‘Yorky’ Vendor
Organizers removed a food vendor from Truck Festival following reports of severe illness among attendees, prompting a multi-agency health investigation.
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Singapore Tightens Demerit Point System as Road Fatalities Hit 10-Year High
Singapore will lower its license suspension threshold to 18 demerit points starting January 2027 to combat a decade-high surge in road fatalities.
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Calgary Police Shooting in Bridlewood Leaves Man in Critical Condition
A 36-year-old Calgary man is in critical condition after being shot by police during a disturbance in the Bridlewood neighborhood early Thursday morning.
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Channel 4 Commissions Documentary as ADHD Referrals Surge 200%
Channel 4’s new documentary investigates a 200% rise in NHS ADHD referrals, questioning if current diagnostic labels mask broader environmental struggles.
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American Red Cross Declares National Blood Supply Crisis
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis as donor turnout hits a four-year low due to extreme summer weather and travel patterns.
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Princess Charlene and Prince Albert of Monaco Issue Rare Joint Statement on European Wildfires
Monaco’s royal couple has issued a rare joint statement expressing solidarity with victims of the devastating wildfires currently sweeping across Europe.
