Heat

Over 50,000 killed in Europe over summer due to worst heat wave on record

The analysis found that fossil fuel pollution-driven climate change accounts for about two-thirds of modern heat-related deaths, compared with around 40% earlier this century.

People cool off under the water sprays in Brussels, during a heatwave on June 19, 2026.
A US Marine Corps truck is seen carrying a palletized version of the Active Denial System, March 9, 2012, at the US Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia.

US to test Active Denial System energy weapon for potential use along border with Mexico - report

View of the closed frozen food aisle at a supermarket near Nantes after a cyberattack targeted refrigeration systems at French supermarket chains, causing food losses and fires at several stores, France, October 12, 2026.

Hackers heat French supermarket fridges, sparking fires, spoiling food

Inside the medieval heating system found in Basel, Switzerland, October 9, 2026.

Archaeologists unearth medieval convent’s heating system during renovations in Switzerland


Extreme heat may impact younger people more than elderly - study

This information is reportedly only being uncovered now because previous studies had only looked at hospitalizations among older adults.

 The newly uncovered 300-seat theater at Herodion.

What you need to know about air conditioning in Israel

The pitfalls of instillation and hidden prices are almost enough to deter a potential purchaser.

 THE IDEA of surviving a summer in Tel Aviv without aircon was not appealing

How to be a better baker through understanding heat transfer

Anyone who studied basic physics in high school will remember that there are three forms of heat transfer. 

 BREAD BAKES from the outside in.

MDA publishes guide for surviving the upcoming heatwave

The list of tips includes helpful suggestions for actions that will help keep you and your loved ones safe during the heatwave.

Thousands flock to Tel Aviv beaches during April 22 heat wave.

Pascale's kitchen: Summer spreads and snacks

Since it's so hot out, it's hard to stay in a kitchen and prepare food. Here are some fun homemade cracks and spreads to prepare ahead of time for family and guests.

 A delicious platter of colorful summer snacks

Israel is heating up - these are the caves to cool off in

Caves are underground, out of reach of sunlight, and remain cool all year round. And here in the Land of Israel, we are blessed with a plethora of caves.

The historic Finger Cave in the Carmel.

Israel's summer is heating up - here are the products to get you through:

Summer is here - protect yourself from the harsh sun and have fun safely.

L'Oréal Paris Elvive Dream Long serum.

Ice baths sooth the body and mind in the deserts of the UAE

As Israel is rocked with a major heatwave, maybe it's our turn to start ice bath therapy nationwide!

Benoit Demeulemeester helps a participant to breath as she sits in an ice bucket during an ice bath therapy session at the desert near Sharjah

Heatwave in Israel: MDA releases guide for how to stay safe in the heat

This week, temperatures in Israel are expected to range between 35 and 40 degrees celsius. Families with children and elderly people must take necessary caution in order to get through the week.

People visit a beach along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea during a heatwave in Israel as restrictions following the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) ease around the country, in Tel Aviv, Israel, May 17, 2020

Heatwave in Israel expected to continue until end of week

To cope with the heat, Israelis have been using air conditioners at a very high rate, causing power outages across the country.

Children wearing masks play in the water along the shore of the Mediterranean Sea as they visit Zikim beach, amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in southern Israel July 21, 2020