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Wildfires rage, destroying homes on UK’s hottest day

Wildfires ripped through central England on the UK's hottest day, destroying about 20 to 30 homes in Stourbridge. Crews battled nearly a dozen major fires as temperatures hit 100 degrees, and dozens of people were hospitalized. Europe is now blistering under its fifth heat wave of the summer, with wildfires burning across the continent.

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Unbelievably, this state approaches record for most tornadoes in a year

Illinois has seen more than 200 confirmed tornadoes in 2026 so far, breaking the all-time record in the state for most tornadoes in one year, and it is on pace to see the most tornadoes in a year for any state. Should they see 245 tornadoes in 2026, they would beat out Texas for the record.

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Why bees, wasps and hornets get so aggressive in August

Yellowjackets, hornets and bees all get their most aggressive as summer winds down, making August peak sting season. Here's why late-summer barbecues attract so many stinging insects, and how to protect your food, your drinks and yourself without getting stung.

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