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Southern European countries have issued health and fire warnings as temperatures may exceed forty Celsius this weekend. Spanish emergency services are on standby for a surge in heatstroke cases, while Italian authorities are advising residents in several cities to stay indoors during the middle of the day. We hear from the UN Habitat's Global Heat Officer, Dr Eleni Myrivili. Also in the programme: reportage from our Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet in Iran; a controversial smoking ban in France; and a high-profile wedding in Venice. (Photo: People cool off in a fountain during a heatwave, in Rome, Italy, 28 June 2025. Credit: ANGELO CARCONI/EPA/Shutterstock)
It's hot in NYC and even hotter in the NNFA studio! This week on another splendiferous episode of No Need For Apologies Napoleon Emill is back in the turtle lair! We're cutting-off shirts at Trader Joe's, talking WW3 plans and why Duolingo might be coming for Dave. Plus, we talk Karen Read case, Tyler Perry's lawsuit, and answer wild fan questions.Support the show and get 20% off your 1st Sheath order with code NNFA at https://www.sheathunderwear.com NO NEED FOR APOLOGIES TOUR DATES https://www.linktr.ee/nnfaNNFA MERCH https://nnfa.creator-spring.com/ LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to NNFA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLAUp-4rTF4q4XLujbJ51YQ BONUS EPISODEShttps://www.patreon.com/ImDaveTemple?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=join_link -----------------Follow host Derek GainesIG https://www.instagram.com/thegreatboy/ Follow host Dave TempleIG https://www.instagram.com/imdavetemple/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DAT46Follow Napoleon EmillIG https://www.instagram.com/napoleonemill/ Follow No Need for ApologiesInstagram https://www.instagram.com/nnfapodcast/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@noneedforapologies Facebook https://www.facebook.com/noneedforapologies/Produced by Teona Sasha https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCpLHZlQZvisMMdWk_P7Rw0w IG https://www.instagram.com/teonasasha/ -----------------To advertise your product on our podcasts please email jimmy@gasdigitalmarketing.com with a brief description about your product and any shows you may be interested in advertising on.SEND US MAIL:GaS Digital StudiosAttn: NNFA151 1st Ave # 311New York, NY 10003"No Need for Apologies" - NEW Episodes every Saturday at 3PM/ET on YouTube-----------------See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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(Friday 06/27/25)Supreme Court to issue rulings today on birthright citizenship, porn sites, and more. Malaysia will stop taking U.S. plastic waste… What will California do? I have incontinence... how to avoid accidents when you leave home. Trump bans ‘negative' signage at national park, asks visitors to report unpatriotic text.
There have been extreme heat warnings across parts of Europe today, and over the weekend ahead, with temperatures potentially pushing above 40 degrees in areas of the continent. Michelle Dillon is a meteorologist with Met Eireann.
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WBS: Having a Heatwave, a Tropical Heatwave #315 6-26-2025 -- The gang is at it again. Brimstone is joined by his wing-man Alex DaPonte, Meg Suss and Brim's wife Danielle as they chat about a recent trip into Manhattan to see the Off-Broadway presentation of the Imaginary Invalid with Emily Swallow, Danielle explains how much fun it was and urged everyone to get there before it's over, why Meg took a solo trip to a local waterpark, and what did it have to do with Hershey Park. They discuss the new version of Home Sweet Home by Motley Crue… with Dolly Parton, a very bite-y Martin Kove, and the rules of biting friends, or co-stars. They discuss life-sized Pokemon, fear of what the internet will end up doing to them, and they discuss doing another Salem trip. They also chat about celebrity softball, and potentially doing something wrestling soon. Brim explains what gets Within Brim's Skin.
From a record-breaking heatwave on the longest day of the year, to Tinder's new face-check to stop bots. We break down Connor McDavid's future with the Oilers, Seth Rogen on the audition that could've ended his career, and 16 billion login credentials leaked in a massive cyber breach. Plus, a Brampton man's huge cocaine bust at the border, a lawyer who called a judge “honey,” and the early reviews for the new Superman movie.
Sam & Nicole talk about last week's canonization fall out, Nicole's problem with heat, her husband's most recent panic attack, and more
BT & Sal discuss the awful state of baseball in New York.
Toronto is adapting to climate change with new Thermal Comfort Guidelines, developed after a city-wide study by DIALOG and Buro Happold. With the number of days exceeding 30 C projected to rise from 10 to 55 annually by 2080, we're examining how the city is reimagining public spaces to stay livable throughout the year. Field reporter Jeyan Jeganathan dives into what makes us feel comfortable outdoors-examining the role of wind, humidity, sun, and shade-and how better design can create more resilient, equitable cities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Patients Moved From One Sweltering Hospital To Another ‘Just Trying To Survive': After its air conditioning failed, Uptown's Weiss Hospital moved patients elsewhere, including to West Suburban Medical Center, which one patient […]
It's another hot, ridiculous day in the Nonsense studio, and the topics are melting brains left and right. ☀️
Today we daydreamed about owning the new Olive Garden pasta pool floats, talked summer staycations, and went inside the fuselage of an airline without AC. TikTok brainrot has now been taken over by physical robots, and the Jeff Bezos wedding has taken over Venice! We also got another listener email, this time involving a statue standoff. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Le service Copernicus a confirmé que mai 2025 a été le deuxième mois le plus chaud jamais enregistré. Des anomalies océaniques persistantes et des records régionaux laissent craindre des sécheresses et incendies à venir.Traduction: The Copernicus service confirmed that May 2025 was the second hottest month ever recorded. Persistent ocean anomalies and regional heat records raise concerns about future droughts and wildfires. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Topics discussed on today's show: National Catfish Day, National Beatles Day, Leon Day, Israel and Iran, Birthdays, History Quiz, Get The Fake Out, 20 in 25, Heatwave, Hurricane Andrea, Florida News, Gay Guys, NBA News, Stealing Red Bull, It's Just A Joke, Filipino Singers, Macular Degeneration, Deep Cut Face Off, and Apologies.
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With a commanding lead in the Democratic Primary, Zohran Mamdani says he's now focusing his attention on New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Also, a slate of recently announced developments will create more than 700 affordable units in Coney Island. Plus, the MTA is making a small tweak to two lines that could bring big changes to riders. Meanwhile, residents in a small Queens neighborhood are in a battle over air quality. And finally, a new book dives into the stories behind thirty monuments and statues commemorating Black Americans around New York City.
This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek is joined by Meteorologist Erich Ahlf to talk about the early summer heat wave that has pushed temperatures to record limits across Delmarva. They discuss how unusual it is to have such a dangerous heat wave in late June and how this stacks up against past early heat waves. They also talk about the relief that's in play for later in the week that will bring temperatures back to more seasonal norms for heat.
Extreme Heat: More Dangerous Than We Think?Extreme heat, one of the adverse consequences of climate change, exacerbates drought, damages agriculture, and profoundly impacts human health. Heat is the top weather-related killer in the United States, contributing to deaths that arise from heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular diseases. As temperatures are projected to increase, so will the risk of heat-related deaths. Urban heat islands, cities with large numbers of buildings, roads, and other infrastructure, are ‘islands' of hot temperatures due to the reduced natural landscape, heat-generating human-made activities, and large-scale urban configuration. More than 40 million people live in urban heat islands in the United States, with this number only increasing as people continue to move from rural to urban areas. Around 56% of the world's total population lives in cities. Those living in large cities are more vulnerable to the effects of extreme heat, with research showing an increased mortality risk of 45% compared to rural areas. The risk of heat-related exhaustion and death is a major public health concern that is exacerbated by the climate crisis. The National Weather Service is in the process of creating a new interface known as HeatRisk, which uses a five-point scale to monitor the heat-related risk for vulnerable populations based on local weather data and health indicators. By mapping heat risk, climate scientists hope that individuals will now have a better understanding of the safety concerns associated with being outside during times of extreme heat. Understanding Heat Index DynamicsBefore stepping outside, most individuals check the daily weather prediction to get a sense of the average temperature. In order to measure the perceived temperature, climate scientists use a heat index, a calculation that combines air temperature and relative humidity to create a human-perceived equivalent temperature. Accurate prediction of the heat index is imperative as every passing year marks the warmest on record, with dangerous extreme heat predicted to become commonplace across arid regions of the world. Therefore, tracking such calculations is necessary in assessing future climate risk. Areas especially vulnerable to extreme heat heavily rely on an accurate prediction of temperature to determine if it is safe to go outside.However, there are over 300 heat indexes used worldwide to calculate the threat from heat, defeating the potential universality of this metric. Each heat index weighs factors differently, making it difficult to differentiate between various metrics. Dozens of factors are used to estimate the daily temperature based on predictions of vapor pressure, height, clothing, or sunshine levels. In addition, most heat indexes report the temperature assuming that you are a young, healthy adult and are resting in the shade, not in the sun. If outdoors, the heat index could be 15 degrees higher. If you are older, you may not be as resilient during intense temperatures.As a result, many climate scientists are calling for heat indexes that reveal the apparent risk of being outdoors on any given day. The elderly, children and infants, and those suffering from chronic diseases are more vulnerable to high temperatures than healthy, young adults, which needs to be accounted for when surveying temperature risk. Advanced Heat Assessment Tools: HeatRisk and WBGTThe National Weather Service's HeatRisk index is different from previous models as it identifies unusual heat times and places, also taking into account unusually warm nights. As such, it provides a more universal measure accounting for the degree to which people in the area are acclimated to various heat temperatures. The HeatRisk index can thus be used to gauge levels of danger associated with temperature, potentially altering an individual's behavioral patterns. For those working in outdoor fields, the WetBulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) measure can be particularly useful as a way to measure heat stress as it takes into account temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle, and cloud coverage. Different from the heat index, the WBGT includes both temperature and humidity and is calculated for areas in the shade. If not exercising or working outdoors, people can revert to the HeatRisk scale to calculate the potential hazards of being outside for longer periods. Heat Indexes are Harder to Calculate Than They AppearBecause scientists have to account for a variety of factors like geography, physics, and physiology, establishing a truly universal heat index is unlikely. For regions like Colorado, creating the criteria for a heat advisory has proven shockingly difficult. Heat indexes typically rely on temperature and humidity, however, the Colorado landscape is so dry that an advisory is very rarely triggered, even during heat waves. In such scenarios, the HeatRisk index provides a better gauge for outdoor safety. Most people underestimate the dangers of extreme heat and often ignore warning messages from local authorities. Educational programs are vital in informing the public on the dangers of extreme heat.Who is David Romps?David Romps, UC Berkeley professor of Earth and Planetary Science, is at the forefront of heat index research. Romps has found that those exposed to extreme heat suffer restricted blood flow and are often unable to physiologically compensate. Through his research, Romps believes that heat index calculations often underestimate the potential heat impacts on individuals, with the human body being more susceptible to heightened temperatures than commonly understood. Further ReadingCenter for Climate and Energy Solutions, Heat Waves and Climate ChangeHuang, et.al, Economic valuation of temperature-related mortality attributed to urban heat islands in European cities, Nature Communications, 2023National Weather Service, What is the heat index?National Weather Service, NWS Heat Risk PrototypeNational Weather Service, WetBulb Globe TemperatureSharma, More than 40 million people in the U.S. live in urban heat islands, climate group finds, NBC News, 20232023 was the world's warmest year on record, by far, NOAA, 2024Coren, The world needs a new way to talk about heat, The Washington Post, 2023Hawryluk and KFF Health News, A New Way to Measure Heat Risks for People, Scientific American, 2022UC Berkeley Heat Index Research, David RompsUS EPA, Climate Change Indicators: Heat-Related DeathsUS EPA, What are Heat Islands? For at transcript of this episode, please visit https://climatebreak.org/calculating-threats-from-rising-temperatures-using-heat-indexing-with-professor-david-romps/
UPMC Chief Medical Officer Don Yealy on staying safe during the heatwave full 556 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:14:12 +0000 18cr30xghqbwwnQyiMYlQfQGeAcU5oEz upmc marty,news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin upmc marty,news,a-newscasts,top picks UPMC Chief Medical Officer Don Yealy on staying safe during the heatwave On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amper
Is the NBA Draft lottery? Chuck lays down his argument one final time- you be the judge! :30- ANGIE MENTINK (Root Sports) joins the show live from the road as the Mariners wrap up the series with the Twins tonight. :45- Aaron Rodgers joined his buddy Pat yesterday and found a way to make headlines once again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
64 year old man gas toothbrush removed hat he swallowed when he was 12. Tonya J Powers on the country's current heatwave. First named storm fizzled out quickly. More DOGE findings of mismanaged funds. Eben Brown on the CA Law would require Federal Agents to ID themselves. Gov DeSantis might be eyeing a presidential run.
In our news wrap Tuesday, a heatwave is peaking in some parts of the Northeast with more than 160 million people enduring brutal conditions, RFK Jr. told lawmakers that he's hired back nearly 1,000 staffers who had been laid off from the CDC and the National Institutes of Health and the NTSB said failures at several levels led a door plug panel to come off during an Alaska Airlines flight. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
On this week's Vogue & Amber: Vogue's a nose picker, Amber's had an issue with an unlucky squirrel who's met an untimely end and Imo's live-testing ranch. Plus, dodgy tans, Netflix password revenge, the great DUNNES vouchers debate & Youtube is coming.Remember, if you want to get involved you can:Email us at vogueandamberpod@global.com OR find us on socials @voguewilliams, @ambrerosolero @vogueandamberpodListen and subscribe to Vogue & Amber on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/
In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: Last Night’s Virginia Special Election Forum and Upcoming Weekend Primary Trump Says Israel-Iran Ceasefire ‘In Effect’ After Deadly Overnight Strikes Supreme Court Allows Trump's Third-Country Deportations, in Major Test for President Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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New Yorkers are casting ballots for their choice for Mayor, Public Advocate, City Council and other citywide offices. Plus, one of the issues that's top of mind for candidates in the mayor's race is housing affordability. Also, unemployment is increasing nationwide, but in New York State it's going the other way. And finally, what New Yorkers should watch out for in the city's first heat wave of the year.
Send us a textSummer brings sun, sizzle… and safety responsibilities for landlords. In this episode, we are giving you a fast-paced roundup of our best summer reminders to protect your property, keep your tenants safe, and stay legally protected.We cover everything from fireworks laws and grilling guidelines to guest liability and servicing your air conditioners. With the 4th of July approaching, it's a great time to double-check your lease terms, share safety policies, and confirm insurance coverage. We also talk about how to help your tenants beat the heat, and why early prep can make or break your summer maintenance game.You'll also hear about tax-saving tips for employing your kids over break and why preventative maintenance should happen in the spring—so your summer is smooth sailing.
In our news wrap Tuesday, a heatwave is peaking in some parts of the Northeast with more than 160 million people enduring brutal conditions, RFK Jr. told lawmakers that he's hired back nearly 1,000 staffers who had been laid off from the CDC and the National Institutes of Health and the NTSB said failures at several levels led a door plug panel to come off during an Alaska Airlines flight. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
Join Opie on a lively Long Island morning as he dives into the latest global chaos—U.S. strikes on Iran, geopolitical tensions, and Trump's push for peace—broken down hilariously by a guest's “In a Nutshell” take. From sweating through a heatwave with busted AC dampers to reminiscing about shooting hoops with NBA legend Pete Maravich, Opie's got stories for days. Plus, NBA finals talk, rants about rusted beach house woes, and a nod to his supporters (not fans!) keeping the vibe alive. It's a rollercoaster of laughs, nostalgia, and real talk—don't miss it!
You know the drill!! Every summer we drop the mixtape that features many of the mainstream hits you will be vibing to. Those that love that top 40 mainstream vibe will like this one. Features Morgan Wallen, Bad Bunny, Drake, Gigi Perez, Ed Sheeran, Sabrina Carpenter, Burns Boy and so many more. Enjoy!
On The Other Side of Midnight, Lionel talks about people's connection to The Real Housewives of New Jersey, the inevitability of the 15-minute city and the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of George Reeves. Lionel later talks about the redundancy of TV weather people, Tourette's Syndrome awareness and excessive drinking. Lionel starts the third hour chatting about the anatomy and definition of a lie. He later talks to a man who hates online banking, talks about the danger of groupthink and much more. Lionel wraps up the show talking about the travesty of the Vietnam War, the purpose of war as a whole and also the versatility of AAA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, I'm bringing the heat (literally and figuratively
The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. We are in a bit of hot streak lately and Lou offers up some tips to keep your house cool during the heat wave. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions. […]
The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. We are in a bit of hot streak lately and Lou offers up some tips to keep your house cool during the heat wave. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions. […]
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John Maino and Jim Schmitt chat about enduring extreme heat while discussing everything from weekend activities to weight loss victories. They delve into John's misadventures at a ribfest, the allure of Black Rocks on Lake Superior, and lament the challenges of humid weather. The duo debates the merits of deep-dish pizza and classic movies like 'The Godfather' versus 'Sound of Music.' Weather updates from Brittney Merlot hint at storms ahead, while John recounts an expensive act of kindness at a convenience store. The episode wraps with a bet on whether banks still accept loose change deposits. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Brittney Merlot
The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. We are in a bit of hot streak lately and Lou offers up some tips to keep your house cool during the heat wave. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions. […]
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Despite Climate Change Committee warnings, the Scottish Government says it will not reduce livestock numbers.Some good news on rural crime, but livestock theft remains high.Could a trade deal with the Gulf States open the door to low-welfare meat imports?Mud sunscreen for pigs: farmers tell us what they do for livestock and crops to combat a heatwave.Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Beatrice Fenton.
Friday is the summer solstice and much of the U.S. is going to be baking in serious heat starting this weekend with a heat dome expected to keep temperatures soaring. Stephanie Sy reports on what you need to know about the days ahead. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chadcrouch.substack.comMore than once in recent conversations I've revealed I'm not all that fond of Summer. The response has been interesting: incredulous laughter; a bemused disbelief. Why? Explain, they seemed to say.Maybe you recall the sleeper hit “Heatwaves” by Glass Animals that was ubiquitous in the Summer of 2022? There's a line that I always misheard: Heat waves been fakin' me outCan't make you happier now…Well, I always thought it was heat waves been freakin' me out, because that made perfect sense to me. The year before, in late June 2021, the US Pacific Northwest experienced a Heat Dome event that shattered all kinds of records. It reached 116 degrees Fahrenheit here in Portland, Oregon. It sparked wildfires, warped train tracks, and contributed to a heat-related death toll of over 1400 people in the greater geographic area including Canada. Over 70 heat-related deaths occurred in the county I live in.I rarely enjoy feeling hot. The smell of forest fires provokes an adrenaline flight response that requires distinctly modern reasoning to suppress. The cabin fever that settles in after multiple bad air days due to wildfire smoke produces a profound feeling of disassociation. Smoky skies were until recently thought to be a western US state phenomenon, but that seems to up for debate now.The anticipation of these sensations as markers of Summer, often arriving earlier in the season each year, just makes me wish I could skip to fall. These are a couple of the reasons I don't entirely look forward to summer.Nevertheless, apart from two days with temperatures in the 90's, it's been a mild and dry June here. Temperature-wise, it's felt more or less in line with an average end to spring in the Pacific Northwest, which is to say, lovely. Highs have hovered in the low 70's.Back in Forest park, baby bird voices can be heard seemingly around every other bend along the trails. Baby bird sounds are imbued with so much joy, new life, and vulnerability. You'll get better looks at the parents too, as they dart through the shrubs and understory defensively. American Robins can be seen hopping along the trail in front of you in an apparent defensive distraction behavior to protect a nearby nest. In this way, it is a season of being on guard for the birds too. The trills of Pacific Wrens overlap at intervals. Their effusive song is sweetened by the columnar structure of the conifer woodlands. I picture the frenetic notes of their song like pinballs bouncing off bumpers, scattering through the understory, arriving at my ears in a wash.At the 16-minute mark we hear a Stellar's Jay practicing its Red-tailed Hawk imitation. It must be a youngster because it calls again and again, not quite getting it right. Summer officially starts on June 21st, the day after this recording is released. All but the deepest creek canyons have already dried up in Forest Park. A wildfire 75 miles east of here destroyed 56 homes in the Columbia Gorge community of Rowena, Oregon last week. As I sit here writing this, it's 34% contained. This news is just one of many developments in that time span to absorb, consider, and file away in my mental model of the world.I was out near where this soundscape was recorded last week, doing some plein air sketching and recording. It was so serene. When the world can feel overwhelming, it's nice to just have something to do with your hands, something to focus on in the present, something to contemplate with a sense of wonder.Happy Summer Solstice. Thanks for being here; for listening and reading. Forest Spring Suite is available under the artist name Listening Spot on all streaming platforms Friday, June 20th.
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