Karachi breaks 57-year heat record
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Karachi breaks 57-year heat record

November 1, 2024
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The city of Karachi experienced the hottest nights this October which broke a 57-year heat record.

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Heat in China causes cars to swell, shocking video goes viral
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Heat in China causes cars to swell, shocking video goes viral

August 19, 2024
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China is witnessing an extreme heatwave that has not only disrupted daily life but also led to an unexpected phenomenon involving vehicles. A video going viral on X shows how cars are getting “pregnant” in China due to rising heat. The soaring temperatures in the country have led to the protective films

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Over 15 peacocks die in Tharparkar heatwave
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Over 15 peacocks die in Tharparkar heatwave

July 6, 2024
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WEB DESK: In the Tehsil Islamkot area of Tharparkar district, more than 15 peacocks have reportedly died in neighboring villages. The affected areas include Morano village, Seringho, and Kehri Morani, with numerous other peacocks falling ill. Residents have expressed concern, stating that despite informing the wildlife department through a video,

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UAE shortens weekly Friday Prayers until October due to extreme heat
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UAE shortens weekly Friday Prayers until October due to extreme heat

June 28, 2024
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With temperatures surpassing 50°C, authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have mandated that Friday sermons and prayers in mosques be limited to 10 minutes across the nation. This measure, effective from June 28 through October, aims to protect worshippers from the scorching summer heat. Friday, revered as the holiest

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Karachi heat kills two people
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Karachi heat kills two people

June 24, 2024
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Karachi is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures rising sharply due to a change in wind direction. The Meteorological Department reported that today’s maximum temperature reached 42 degrees Celsius, while the heat index, indicating how hot it feels, exceeded 50 degrees Celsius. Unfortunately, the extreme heat has led to fatalities.

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Heat kills over 500 pilgrims during Hajj
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Heat kills over 500 pilgrims during Hajj

June 19, 2024
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Diplomats have reported that at least 550 pilgrims lost their lives during this year’s Hajj, highlighting the arduous nature of the pilgrimage, which once again unfolded under scorching temperatures. Among the deceased, at least 323 were Egyptians, with the majority succumbing to heat-related illnesses. Additionally, at least 60 Jordanians were

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Delhi shuts down all schools immediately amid intense heatwave
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Delhi shuts down all schools immediately amid intense heatwave

May 21, 2024
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Amid a severe heatwave gripping Delhi, the government has ordered an immediate shutdown of all private and government schools for summer vacations. The directive, issued by the Department of Education, emphasised that some schools in the national capital have been operating despite clear instructions to close from May 11 to

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