US 2 days ago Millions of people across Oklahoma, southern Kansas at risk of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms Long-track tornados and baseball-sized hail are among the threats facing millions in the central U.S.; forecasters have issued a rare high risk warning for southern Kansas and central Oklahoma.
Arizona 4 days ago Arizona is boosting efforts to protect people from the extreme heat after hundreds died last summer To help prevent heat-related deaths, Arizona's new heat officer Dr. Eugene Livar said he is working with nonprofit groups and local governments to ensure homes have working air conditioners.
Africa 6 days ago Tourists airlifted from Kenyan reserve as freak floods continue Tourists were evacuated by air Wednesday from the Maasai Mara national reserve in Kenya as devastating flash floods continued encroaching on the African nation.
Brazil May 1 Heavy rains leave at least 10 dead in southern Brazil Heavy rains in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state have left at least 10 people dead and 21 others missing since Monday, according to national authorities.
Arizona May 1 2-year-old dead in Arizona after bounce house was swept away by wind One child was killed and a second injured in Casa Grande, Arizona, after a bounce house was swept up by strong winds, according to local authorities.
Asia April 29 Philippine schools cancel classes as major heat wave spreads across Southeast Asia Millions of students in public schools across the Philippines are being ordered to stay home after urgent health warnings spread throughout Southeast Asia as major heatwave continues to hit region.
LIFESTYLE April 29 Why do we say ‘under the weather’ and other popular expressions? Here are 3 fun origin stories Why do we use popular metaphorical expressions like "under the weather' and more? Here are three fun origin stories and meanings behind commonly used idioms in English.
Weather April 28 Dangerous storms result in flash flooding, severe weather over Southern Plains More life-threatening severe weather is expected over the Southern Plains, following reports of twisters ripping through the nation's heartland on Friday.
Nebraska April 26 Tornado tears through suburban Omaha A tornado touched down in suburban Omaha, Nebraska, on Friday afternoon, seriously damaging homes and shredding trees.
Africa April 25 155 dead in Tanzania amid El Niño-induced flooding 155 people have been reported dead and over 200,000 otherwise affected by widespread flooding in Tanzania following weeks' worth of heavy rain.