Record-Breaking Heatwave Scorches the Globe on July 3

July 3rd marked the hottest day ever recorded globally, with an average temperature of 17.01 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous record set in August 2016. Heatwaves have been affecting various regions, including the southern US, China, North Africa, and even Antarctica. Scientists attribute this extreme heat to climate change and an emerging El Nino pattern, warning that it is a concerning development with severe consequences for both people and ecosystems.