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.
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The WNBA suspended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for one game after reviewing a no-call and assigning a Flagrant Foul 2 for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat. Fever coach Stephanie White criticized officials for failing to call the play during Wednesday’s game.
Michael Banks, chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, resigns amid a series of leadership changes in immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. Banks cited family reasons and highlighted his role in securing the border during his tenure.
President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV have engaged in a public dispute over the U.S. war in Iran, with Trump criticizing the pope's calls for peace and the pope urging an end to violence. The conflict has divided opinions among Trump supporters and religious leaders about the roles of political and spiritual authority in war.
Che Flores, the NBA's first out nonbinary and transgender referee, has entered their second season as an NBA staff referee. They have experienced being misgendered in the past, but being able to identify as nonbinary and transgender has allowed them to feel more comfortable. The NBA has been making strides to be more inclusive and accepting of the LGBTQ+ community, including launching the NBA Pride Collection and hosting its first-ever Pride Game in June 2021. Flores's story is a reminder of the importance of representation in sports.
A woman in Arizona was rescued after she passed a note to a customer at a gas station begging for help. She had been abducted by a man posing as an Uber driver and was being driven towards Las Vegas. The customer contacted the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, who were able to locate the van and rescue the woman. The woman was reunited with her family and the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office commended her quick thinking and bravery.
Phoenix experienced a record-breaking heatwave throughout July, with temperatures reaching 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 degrees Celsius) or higher for 31 consecutive days. Monsoon rains have cooled the area slightly, but temperatures are still expected to remain high. The National Weather Service has urged residents to take precautions to stay safe in the heat, including drinking plenty of water, avoiding strenuous activity, and wearing light, loose-fitting clothing.
This article discusses the record-breaking heatwave that has been affecting the United States in recent weeks. The National Weather Service has reported temperatures of at least 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Phoenix, Arizona and other parts of the country have also been affected. Experts have warned that the heatwave is likely to continue and have urged people to take necessary precautions to protect themselves and conserve energy.