What to Know About the Heat Dome, in Three Charts
Temperatures are hitting the mid- to upper 90s in many places across the Northeast.

Entry to the National Mall for a record-breaking fireworks show celebrating July 4 has been delayed as Washington, D.C. braces for extreme heat, Freedom 250 organizers said Thursday. President Trump insisted he would still deliver a lengthy speech at Saturday’s “Salute to America 250 Celebration & Fireworks” event, despite forecasts that temperatures will climb to 107 degrees.…
Temperatures are hitting the mid- to upper 90s in many places across the Northeast.
Iran and Oman have presented to the U.S. a proposal for the administration of the Strait of Hormuz that includes the joint collection of administrative fees by the two Middle East nations, four sources told NBC News.
Michael Scurr, a volunteer for Britain’s National Archives, found a copy of the Declaration of Independence while going through letters from an 18th century Royal Navy captain.
Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani has ignited a GOP firestorm after urging residents to set their air conditioners to a certain temperature to help prevent strain on the city's power grid.
The Trump administration will launch new investment accounts for children on July 4, with the initiative intended to boost the financial standing of millions of Americans under the age of 18. Dubbed “Trump Accounts” by the administration, the program will be available for children who do not turn 18 before the end of the calendar…
President Donald Trump said Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh may not be able to compel his colleagues on the central bank to do what the new chair wants on monetary policy.
President Donald Trump said he sees the need for some standards on artificial intelligence technology, but wants to avoid burdensome restrictions that may hamper American companies competing with China.
“Our officers are already working overtime for 4th of July festivities & NYC taxpayers should NOT be on the hook."