France struggles to deal with the heatwave hitting much of Europe
Much of Europe, including France, is dealing with a brutal heatwave. Some people are better prepared than others in a country where most people do not have air conditioning.
Texas Execution Nears For Murderer Whose Competence Was Debated
Next week, Texas is slated to execute Scott Panetti for murder. He has a long history of mental illness but was allowed to defend himself at trial, where he insisted he was a movie character.
Colorectal Cancer Cases Are Dropping — Except Among Young Adults
The number of Americans getting and dying from colorectal cancer has been dropping steadily except for one group — younger adults.
Though Usually Stoic, Merkel Shows Growing Ire With Russia
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has attacked Russian actions in Ukraine, telling the German parliament that it will take long-term sanctions and perseverance to end the crisis there.
Argentines March On Presidential Palace To Protest Inflation
Their wages have been battered by sky-high inflation. But this comes at a time when the government is in a battle with U.S. hedge funds over defaulted debt.
Shrinking Sea Ice Could Put Polar Bears In Grave Peril By 2100
A new study looks at the future of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago and finds that by the end of this century, the region might be ice-free for 2 to 5 months, something that puts bears in grave peril.
Lower Ozone Standard Would Raise The Compliance Bar For Business
Public health groups say lower levels will benefit people who suffer from asthma or other respiratory illnesses. Business groups say it's another expensive hoop to jump through.
How Can Vultures Eat Rotten Roadkill And Survive?
Vultures consume toxic bacteria that would sicken or kill humans. Stouter immune systems, colonies of helpful microbes and potent stomach acid may help the carrion eaters gorge with abandon.
National Guardsmen To Be Stationed Throughout Ferguson
Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon says more than 2,200 National Guardsmen will be stationed throughout Ferguson on Tuesday night, ready to act to protect lives and property.
