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abcnews.go.comExtreme heat and strong winds have driven fast-moving fires in the three countries. Portugal requested extra aircraft from the EU Spain and Morocco while deploying more than 2,800 personnel.
The IndependentA fast-moving wildfire broke out Saturday evening near Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city. Officials ordered evacuations in three northern suburbs and a facility housing 157 people with special needs.
Cities and states across the western U.S. have limited or banned personal fireworks displays because of elevated wildfire risk. Utah imposed a statewide ban while governors in Colorado and New Mexico urged residents to skip private shows. Professional displays continue in multipl…
ABC NewsArthur Fery defeated Zizou Bergs 2-6 7-5 2-6 7-6 (7-3) 7-6 (10-5) on 4 July 2026. The match lasted four hours and 39 minutes. Fery suffered three nosebleeds during the contest.
winnipegfreepress.comThe Minnesota Wild acquired forward Blake Coleman and defenseman Olli Maatta from the Calgary Flames on Thursday. The Flames received defenseman Jake Middleton and three draft picks in return.
espn.com@AFP reported that firefighters stabilized 70 percent of one flank overnight. Around 150 people were evacuated from a holiday camp near La Bisbal d’Emporda with no injuries recorded.
sbs.com.auHundreds of Spanish firefighters worked to contain an expanding wildfire near Costa Brava on Friday. Portugal requested outside assistance to fight forest fires in its northern region.
sbs.com.auEuronews reported varying estimates of wildfire damage in Spain this year, with satellite and regional data showing 15,900 hectares burned in June alone. The European Union total reached 130,400 hectares, above the seasonal average.
Officials have stepped up beach patrols on the Mid North Coast after a giant petrel tested as a suspected H5N1 case. The detection occurred near a key breeding site for Gould’s petrel, prompting concerns about spread to native wildlife.
Al JazeeraA wildfire near Vouzela in central Portugal spread across several municipalities on July 3, driven by strong winds and extreme heat. Authorities reported thousands of hectares burned as residents defended homes and evacuations were ordered.
ibtimes.co.uk@NewScientist reported that wild Bornean orangutan mothers with similarly aged young spend more time near each other so the offspring can play. The 15-year analysis of 31 mother-offspring pairs found these encounters occur regardless of fruit availability and reduce mothers' feed…
The wildfire southwest of Denver expanded to nearly 105 square miles with zero containment by Friday. It prompted evacuations across two counties and the deployment of National Guard troops. The blaze is one of about 40 large uncontained fires burning in the West.
globalnews.caBritish Columbia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island are dispatching 101 wildland firefighters to Quebec this week. The reinforcements will support 640 local personnel already fighting 200 active fires, many burning underground.
Residents in several western states have faced multiple evacuations as fires spread under dry conditions. Firefighters continue to battle more than 50 large blazes with over 9,000 personnel deployed.
espn.comThe 39-year-old Ukrainian, who vacated three heavyweight titles last week, is in direct talks for a potential final bout in America. Managers for both fighters confirmed interest in the matchup.
news.sky.comA wildfire in France's Aude department has burned about 900 hectares. Firefighters and aircraft are fighting the blaze while evacuees shelter in Canet-en-Roussillon.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu toured a regional crisis center and chaired an interministerial committee on July 2. Officials reported 24 fires in one department the previous day and ongoing blazes threatening homes and campgrounds.
france24.comNearly 3,000 tourists left holiday areas in southern France after wildfires broke out in multiple regions. The fires followed record heat and strong winds that complicated containment efforts.
nationalobserver.comNearly 600 people from the remote Oji-Cree community remain in Toronto after wildfires prompted a state of emergency. Further evacuations have been halted as conditions stabilize.
Five firefighters were forced to use fire shelters during a fast-moving blaze last Saturday. Three died and two were hospitalized with injuries.
news.sky.comA 23-year-old British player advanced to the third round of Wimbledon for the first time. He defeated a Finnish qualifier in four sets on Court 18.
The IndependentLarge fires broke out in the Aude and Herault regions on Thursday, prompting deployment of 800 firefighters. Officials reported nearly 7,000 fires since the start of summer, with 8,700 hectares burned so far.
axios.comFederal data show dozens of large fires active in Alaska, Utah, Arizona and nine other states as of a Wednesday update. The National Weather Service has issued red flag warnings for parts of New Mexico, Colorado and Utah through Friday.
Science NewsResearchers examined nearly 3,000 aggressive wildlife incidents recorded in Canadian national parks between 2010 and 2023. Elk accounted for 62 percent of incidents, with the highest share occurring at campgrounds.
news.sky.comArthur Fery defeated Finnish qualifier Otto Virtanen 5-7 7-6 (3) 6-3 6-3 on Court 18. The Princess of Wales watched from the stands during the match.
The IndependentOfficials across the Western U.S. have imposed bans or limits on personal fireworks displays as dry conditions raise wildfire danger. Professional shows remain scheduled in many locations.
caracaschronicles.comYaguara, orphaned in 2024 wildfires, became the first jaguar successfully rehabilitated and freed in Bolivia. The release into Noel Kempff Mercado national park followed nearly two years of preparation by CIWY staff.
YonhapOfficials will examine changes to current drone regulations that limit the use of large unmanned aircraft in fighting wildfires. The review is one of three regulatory sandbox projects selected for the first half of the year.
fantasypros.comMiami out-hit Colorado 21-5 and set season highs in runs and hits. The victory gave the Marlins their best calendar month in franchise history and moved them into a tie for the third National League wild-card spot.
winnipegfreepress.comCities and states across the Western U.S. have imposed limits on personal fireworks displays as dry conditions raise wildfire concerns for the holiday. Professional shows remain scheduled in many locations.
news.sky.comA Texas woman received a prison sentence after pleading guilty to submitting false disaster assistance claims tied to the Los Angeles wildfires. Federal officials stated the case reflects ongoing efforts to pursue fraud against taxpayer-funded programs.
The IndependentA wildfire near Thessaloniki killed two people and injured one on Tuesday. France recorded at least 300 excess deaths during May heatwaves, and a storm in Romania killed one person and damaged homes.
nbcnews.comA federal judge declared a mistrial after jurors deadlocked on felony charges against a former Uber driver accused of starting a fire that later became one of California's most destructive wildfires. Prosecutors said they will retry the case.
abcnews.go.comState senators introduced legislation that would let California officials investigate suspected fuel price increases tied to overseas conflict. The measure would expand an existing statute that already covers emergencies such as wildfires and pandemics.
globalnews.caThe federal government will provide $520 million to rebuild damaged park infrastructure and supply interim housing for residents displaced by the 2024 wildfire. The new funds supplement $385 million already committed to the recovery effort.
news.sky.comSerena Williams fell to Maya Joint 6-3, 6-7, 6-3 in her first singles match in nearly four years. The 44-year-old received a wild-card entry and will next compete in doubles with Venus Williams.
New wildfires have rapidly expanded in Colorado, burning tens of thousands of acres and prompting evacuations. Several buildings have been destroyed.
ESPNThe 44-year-old American is set to face 20-year-old Maya Joint on Centre Court Tuesday. Organizers held a final wild-card spot for her return, drawing record ticket demand.
winnipegfreepress.comMore than 100 wildfires are active in Quebec as of Monday afternoon, with 88 in the northern zone. An orange air quality warning covers parts of the north, and the access road to Chisasibi remains closed.
news.sky.comThree members of a Helitack crew died Saturday west of Grand Junction, Colorado, while using fire shelters during a wildfire that has burned 44 square miles. Two other crew members were injured in the incident.
espn.comSeveral division and wild-card standings shifted as teams adjusted lineups and performance trends emerged. The changes affect playoff positioning for multiple clubs across both leagues.
Nbc NewsPublic Health France recorded around 1,000 excess deaths over three days in late June 2026. Record temperatures across Europe prompted infrastructure damage, wildfires and emergency measures in multiple countries.
washingtonpost.comA family in Ohio says a wild buck has begun appearing at their property each day. The animal's repeated presence has created an ongoing interaction between the household and the deer.
Le MondeFifty-two administrative departments across France face elevated forest fire risk. Training programs for wildland firefighting have expanded in response.
The VergeProsecutors introduced logs from Jonathan Rinderknecht's ChatGPT account as evidence in the trial over a New Year's Day 2025 wildfire. Jurors voted 10-2 for acquittal, resulting in a hung jury and mistrial.
news.sky.comThree firefighters died and two others sustained burn injuries Saturday while responding to wildfires near the Colorado-Utah border. The blazes, started by lightning, have burned tens of thousands of acres and prompted evacuations and air quality alerts.
usatoday.comA wildfire that burned near several whooping crane nests in Wood Buffalo National Park began in late May 2026 and was declared held in mid-June. Experts said population impacts appear limited while individual nest success remains uncertain. Researchers plan to review remote camer…
Abc NewsWildfire activity increased over the weekend in Utah, Arizona and other western states. Strong winds, low humidity and record-low snowpack contributed to rapid fire growth and prompted evacuations and power shutoffs.
foxnews.comA 12-year-old was injured by a bison near Mud Volcano on Friday morning and taken to a hospital. The incident is the first reported bison-related injury of the 2026 season. Park officials continue to investigate while reminding visitors of required distances from wildlife.
The Boston GlobeThe Cottonwood Fire has burned more than 144 square miles in Utah and damaged a ski resort. Officials have ordered evacuations and closed roads while crews fight the blaze under red-flag conditions.
Temperatures above 104 degrees Fahrenheit have been recorded across parts of Europe while dry conditions and heat have raised wildfire danger in several western states. Officials in multiple countries have closed schools and restricted outdoor work.
wri.orgA fast-moving wildfire in southern Utah has burned more than 92,000 acres with zero containment as of Saturday afternoon. Officials issued evacuation notices for three towns and closed nearby federal lands.
wri.orgThe Cottonwood fire in central Utah expanded by 20,000 acres in one day amid low humidity and strong winds. Officials reported no injuries but noted property damage and forest closures.
ESPNNovak Djokovic praised Serena Williams' return to the tour on Saturday. Williams, 44, received a wild card for the 2026 Wimbledon singles draw and will also compete in doubles with her sister.
ForbesSerena Williams will play singles as a wild card and doubles with Venus Williams at Wimbledon next week. The 44-year-old has not competed in singles since 2022.
The Boston GlobeFire crews in Utah and other western states contend with strong winds and single-digit humidity that have grounded aircraft and prompted fireworks restrictions. Officials have issued red flag warnings from Idaho to New Mexico and ordered temporary limits on fireworks through July…
Abc NewsThe Cottonwood Fire expanded rapidly in southern Utah under extreme weather conditions. Officials declared an emergency and restricted fireworks while air operations were suspended.
thegatewaypundit.comUtah declared a state of emergency and imposed temporary fireworks restrictions through July 5 on Friday as the Cottonwood Fire grew unchecked to more than 112 square miles. Ten active wildfires burned across more than 144,700 acres statewide with extreme conditions forecast thro…
ecns.cnGreece has integrated a four-satellite thermal constellation into its national firefighting system. The network, built by a German firm, sends AI-processed alerts on fire location, size, and intensity to commanders.
Nbc NewsThe National Weather Service in Salt Lake City issued a red flag warning Friday morning for much of central and southwest Utah. The warning covers the Cottonwood Fire near Beaver, which has burned nearly 71,000 acres since Monday.