A heat dome is expected to bring dangerous and potentially record-setting heat across the central and eastern U.S. through the July 4 weekend. Forecasters warn high humidity could push heat indexes to 100 to 110 degrees, with some areas feeling as hot as 115.
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A prolonged heat wave is spreading across the central and eastern United States, with heat index values expected to top 100 degrees in many cities ahead of the July Fourth holiday. Forecasters warned that high humidity, warm nights and multiple days of heat will raise risks for millions of people.
Forest and Bird announced that the pūteketeke, a small, black and white bird native to New Zealand, has won the Bird of the Century contest. This was due to John Oliver's humorous campaign on his HBO show, which resulted in a surge of foreign interference in the voting. The success of the pūteketeke is hoped to raise awareness of the plight of New Zealand's native birds and encourage people to take action to protect them.
Austin Majors, a former child actor best known for his role on "NYPD Blue," has died in Los Angeles at the age of 33. The cause of death is pending further investigation. Majors was honored with a Young Artist Award in 2009 for his work on the show and is survived by his parents, two sisters, and a brother. His family has asked for privacy during this difficult time.
Soccer stars from around the world have paid their respects to the late great Pelé, who passed away at the age of 80. He was born into poverty in Brazil and rose to fame, winning the World Cup in 1958, 1962 and 1970, and setting up the Pelé Foundation in 2018. His death is mourned by soccer fans all over the world, and his legacy will live on for future generations.