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Why Germans don't have air conditioning
Unlike the US or parts of Asia, many homes in Germany and northern Europe aren't equipped to deal with extreme heat. But as the world gets hotter, trends are changing.
Heat wave: Why you should skip that cold beer or cocktail
Summer, the FIFA World Cup and a cold beer. Sounds like a dream? Be careful, though; the combination of heat and alcohol can quickly take a very bad turn.
European heat wave is not normal summer weather
Human-induced climate change has intensified temperatures, making this year's record heat wave up to 4 degrees Celsius hotter.
Trump offers Iran an economic lifeline — with strings
Iran has seen a speedy rebound in oil exports after the US-Iran deal granted immediate waivers on US sanctions. Relief on frozen assets and a $300 billion reconstruction fund now …
World Cup: Why Mexico may be LA's favorite team
Mexican-American football fans in the USA often split allegiances between their two cultures. For many in Los Angeles, the Mexico national team trumps the nation they call home.
Why Austrian author Ingeborg Bachmann remains a literary icon
A new documentary featuring Sandra Hüller celebrates the Austrian poet and author who was a literary star of her era. She would have turned 100 this year.
Curacao's trailblazing doctor at the World Cup
Suzanne Huurman is the only female chief doctor at the 2026 World Cup. Her work is inspiring change in men's football.
Experts axed by Trump keep climate information flowing
Fired US federal workers have revived a defunct climate website — pushing back as the Trump administration escalates cuts to publicly funded science and research.
Schweinsteiger's Ivory Coast comments spark racism debate
Bastian Schweinsteiger's TV analysis of Germany's World Cup opponents Ivory Coast appeared to draw on racist stereotypes. For some observers, the comments are evidence that racist…
Europe is spending billions to rearm, so why the delays?
European countries have been trying to scale up their military capabilities, but their current defense production and procurement model is not fit for purpose, say experts.
