July 22, 2026
Scientific study finds over 60,000 deaths from heat-related causes in 2022 heatwaves
At least 55 people have died in France as authorities warn the heatwave is far from over
From rail delays to nuclear cutbacks, soaring temperatures are testing infrastructure
Arctic regions are expected to warm faster than the rest of the world
Scientists believe higher temperatures will lead to hotter and longer heatwaves, and more powerful storms and floods
The split over fossil fuels highlights the challenge of reaching consensus
Winters may disappear by the century’s end, with intense rain, floods, and landslides threatening communities
Some including Brazil have suggested that countries focus on smaller efforts that do not need consensus, such as deforestation
