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Hiker falls to death during storm on Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome

A bucket-list climb to the top of Yosemite’s Half Dome turned to tragedy for a young woman who fell to her death during a descent forced by a sudden storm that pounded the iconic granite monolith.

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In fiery speech to Congress, Netanyahu seeks support for war in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel’s ongoing war in Gaza and condemned American protesters in a scathing speech to Congress Wednesday.

Geyser eruption highlights little-known hazard at Yellowstone

The hydrothermal explosion on Tuesday in Biscuit Basin caused no injuries as dozens of people fled down the boardwalk before the wooden walkway was destroyed.

Utah hiker dies after running out of water

A woman died while hiking near a state park in southwestern Utah after running out of water on a sweltering day, officials said.

Last Sunday was hottest day on Earth in recorded history, climate agency says

“It’s certainly a worrying sign coming on the heels of 13 straight record -setting months,” said Berkeley Earth climate scientist Zeke Hausfather, who estimates there’s a 92% chance that 2024 will beat 2023 as the warmest year on record.

Surprise blast in Yellowstone sends dozens running for safety

A surprise eruption that shot steam, water and dark-colored rock and dirt dozens of feet into the sky Tuesday sent people running in Yellowstone National Park.

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