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Record rainfall causes flooding in Florida and Southern Baptists formally oppose IVF: Morning Rundown
Preparations are being made for the possibility that Donald Trump won't be able to attend the Republican National Convention. Record rainfall floods parts of Florida. And a beautiful and rare discovery is made in Pompeii's biggest dig in a generation. Here’s what to know today. Republicans prepare for a...
Greece closes Acropolis and other ancient tourist sites in heatwave
Greece shut more ancient tourist sites in Athens on Thursday and elderly people took refuge at designated air-conditioned spots as the first heatwave of the summer persisted for a third day. The famous Acropolis, set on a rocky hill overlooking the capital, and other nearby tourist attractions were closed on...
Heat forces Greek authorities to shut down Acropolis during afternoon hours for a second day running
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Authorities in Greece are closing down the Acropolis in Athens during the afternoon on Thursday for a second day as the country swelters under unseasonably high temperatures. The Culture Ministry said the hilltop citadel, which is Greece’s most popular ancient site, would be closed from midday to 5 p.m. (0900-1400 GMT) because of the heat. All other archaeological sites in the Greek capital were closed during the same hours. People who had booked visits for that period could use their tickets later in the day until the sites close at 8 p.m., the ministry said. Temperatures are expected to exceed 40 C (104 F) on Thursday in much of central and southern Greece, including greater Athens, the Cyclades and Crete.
As pilgrims swelter, climate change looms over hajj
From misting systems to heat-reflective road coverings, Saudi officials are trying to aid hajj pilgrims in coping with heat, but scientists caution that climate change may outpace these efforts. Since last year, roads used by the faithful have been covered in a white cooling material that Saudi officials say reduces the temperature of the asphalt by 20 percent.
The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Florida flood threat continues as tropics awaken
Start your day with the latest weather news. Florida has been flooded by heavy rain produced by a system that’s being monitored for possible tropical development. Meanwhile, a second area is being tracked in the Gulf of Mexico.
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