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Rod Stewart uses oxygen tank on stage, says he nearly fainted
Stewart has recently cancelled or postponed several shows on his 'One Last Time Tour,' which is scheduled at numerous venues across North America.
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The Watchers
· Jul 7, 2026
New Jersey reports 29 suspected heat-related deaths after prolonged early July heat wave
Health officials in New Jersey have increased the number of suspected heat-related deaths associated with last week's extreme heat wave to 29, on Monday, July 6, 2026. A prolonged heat wave brought temperatures above 38°C (100°F) and dangerous heat index values approaching 43°C (110°F) across parts of the state over the Independence Day weekend. Most fatalities are yet to be certified as heat-related deaths by the forensics department, hence the toll remains preliminary. Source
Wildlife | The Guardian
· Jul 8, 2026
UK waters hit with extreme heatwave as global sea temperatures reach record levels
Experts warn that some marine species are at risk of ‘mass mortality events’ in ever-warming oceansUK waters are being hit with an “extreme” marine heatwave, the Met Office has said, as scientists warn that high ocean temperatures globally could result in “mass-mortality events” for some species.The forecasters said these elevated temperatures have developed rapidly because of last month’s heat dome, during which most of Europe sweltered in its worst ever heatwave that scientists said would have been impossible without the climate crisis. Continue reading...
Washington Examiner
· Jul 6, 2026
At least 25 deaths over Fourth of July weekend attributed to heat
More than two dozen people have died nationwide, primarily in New Jersey, over the Fourth of July weekend due to the unrelenting heat. New Jersey officials recorded at least 22 heat-related deaths during the heat dome, which has now subsided. At least two more deaths were confirmed in Mississippi, and another was reported in Illinois. []
Medical Daily
· Jul 9, 2026
New Jersey Floodwaters Have Receded, but Sewage, Chemical Runoff, and Mold Create New Health Dangers
New Jersey flooding after the July heat wave left floodwater contaminated with E. coli, sewage, and fuel. Mold can begin growing in 24–48 hours. Here's how to stay safe.
Euronews
· Jul 7, 2026
Death toll from China storms and floods rises to 15, state media says
Scientists warn the intensity and frequency of global extreme weather events will increase as the planet continues to heat up because of fossil fuel emissions.
Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 6, 2026
Heatwave death toll in New Jersey rises to 19
Washington, July 6 (SANA) The death toll linked to the severe heatwave in the U.S. state of New Jersey has risen to 19, according to official health data released on Monday. The state’s health commissioner said the suspected heat-related deaths involved people found in homes without air conditioning, on streets and inside parked vehicles, Agence []
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Related coverage for "Rod Stewart uses oxygen tank on stage, says he nearly fainted": The Watchers — New Jersey reports 29 suspected heat-related deaths after prolonged early July heat wave. Wildlife | The Guardian — UK waters hit with extreme heatwave as global sea temperatures reach record levels. Washington Examiner — At least 25 deaths over Fourth of July weekend attributed to heat. Medical Daily — New Jersey Floodwaters Have Receded, but Sewage, Chemical Runoff, and Mold Create New Health Dangers. Euronews — Death toll from China storms and floods rises to 15, state media says. Syrian Arab News Agency — Heatwave death toll in New Jersey rises to 19