Feeling the Heat

The danger of sweltering temperatures. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( June 24, 2024 Good morning. Two years after the fall of Roe v. Wade, we're looking at [where abortion stands](. And after a scorching weekend, we’ve got the forecast of the extreme weather ahead — and a deeper look at [why these soaring temperatures can be dangerous]( for your health. In other hot topics, we’ll share [Kevin Costner’s final words]( on Yellowstone and [Mindy Kaling’s star-powered burger recipe](. Read on...   In the News [Picture of powerlines with the sun in the background]( Getty Images Feeling the Heat With summer in full swing, scorching temperatures have blanketed much of the country. Over the weekend, more than 100 million Americans across states including Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York, were placed under heat advisories. In addition, “catastrophic flooding” in Iowa prompted emergency evacuations on Saturday, and at least nine people were rescued in Sioux Falls, South Dakota following heavy rains. Both events have been linked to the effects of climate change. While some parts of the U.S. will get a reprieve from the heat early this week, the worst is expected to stretch from Oklahoma to Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and parts of the South. In the hottest spots, temperatures are forecast in the upper 90s and could approach 100°F. Some researchers say 2024 could rival 2023 as the hottest year on record. Aside from being seriously uncomfortable, we examined [how rising temperatures can]([be a health hazard](. [READ MORE]( PASS THIS STORY ALONG: mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20this%20story%20from%20Wake-Up%20Call%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fkatiecouric.com%2Fhealth%2Fheat-stroke-symptoms%2F   More Stories [Muslim pilgrims pray around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, in Mecca. ]( Muslim pilgrims pray around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, in Mecca. (Getty Images) More than 1,300 people have died on the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca. Saudi Arabian officials say many of the casualties are due to heat. Apparently, many pilgrims didn't have permits, and paid illicit guides to walk miles under the blazing sun. Prime Minister Netanyahu has indicated that Israel is entering a new phase of its war with Hamas, and will soon shift focus to the border with Lebanon, where fighting with the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah is intensifying. Donald Trump says he's chosen his VP candidate — but they don't know yet. South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem told NBC News that she hasn't "received any paperwork" and hasn't been formally vetted. [Here are some of Trump's potential VP picks.]( World golf number one Scottie Scheffler beat Tom Kim in a one-hole playoff to win the Travelers Championship, his sixth PGA tour win this season. Climate change protesters stormed the 18th green before the playoff began — but were removed quickly by security. Taylor Swift brought her boyfriend Travis Kelce on stage with her last night to perform the intro to I Can Do It With a Broken Heart. The ever-supportive Kelce performed a skit (including some dance moves) to rapturous applause from the London crowd.   Two Years Later [Protester holding a sign saying My Body My Choice in front of the Supreme Court]( Getty Images On this day in 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. In the 24 months since, reproductive rights have been rolled back in states across the country, and here’s [where abortion is currently illegal](. But those restrictions don’t tell the full story. Support for the procedure has risen since Dobbs, according to recent polling on [how Americans feel about abortion](. Ultimately, the decision to undergo an abortion is a deeply personal — and often, life-saving — one. For a more intimate understanding of how this issue impacts real Americans, members of the Wake-Up Call community bravely shared their stories of [why they chose to have an abortion](, and how they feel about others not being able to have that choice.   News That'll Make You Smile [Wild Thang, the Pekingese dog who won Ugliest Dog 2024] Wild Thang struts onstage during the annual World's Ugliest Dog contest. (Getty Images) We wanted to break up the negative news cycle with these stories that’ll brighten up the week ahead: Fifth time's the charm: After five attempts, 8-year-old Pekingese pup Wild Thang, pictured above, finally took home the crown at the World's Ugliest Dog competition over the weekend. Letting loose: Even the future King of England can't resist the musical powers of Taylor Swift! [This funny video of Prince William]( dancing to "Shake It Off" during the Eras Tour stop in London shows the royal family is sometimes just like us.   Colors of the Rainbow [Podcast art for ''Queer Chronicles'']( iHeart Podcasts The LGBTQ+ community has become a lightning rod for controversy in today's political landscape, but you can learn what their experience in America is really like in [the eye-opening podcast Queer Chronicles](. Award-winning author Raquel Willis speaks to teenagers about growing up queer, trans, and gender non-conforming while living in states where their very existence is under attack. Considering the high likelihood that you personally know someone from these communities, it's an essential listen. [LISTEN HERE]( [Sponsored by iHeart Podcasts](   Extra Credit [Mindy Kaling in front of turkey burgers]( KCM / Getty Images Cooking with gas: It's Mindy Kaling's birthday today! We're fans of just about everything this comedy queen does, including [her delicious turkey burger recipe](, which she adapted from another star. The final word: Kevin Costner has finally set the record straight on whether or not he'll be returning to Yellowstone for the finale — or its spin-offs. [Here's his answer, once and for all](. The long and short of it: Whether you're ready for them or not, pedal pushers are back. We found [these affordable and stylish capris]( over at Chico's, and they come in a slew of colors.   What We're Loving Lately [Charlotte Tilbury and Elf foundation on watercolor background]( KCM "I love makeup, but I rarely wear foundation. My dry skin usually sucks up product, leaving me with skin that looks more reptilian than glassy. 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