Aug 1st, 2008 · The United Nations is relaxing its "dress protocols" this summer, encouraging staff to get out of their formal wool suits. U.N. headquarters says it could save $100,000 by re-setting thermostats to a warm 77 degrees during New York's sweltering month of August.
Jul 8th, 2008 · The summer sun is frying the concrete kingdom. Sweltering heat is parboiling millions of psyches around you. It's probably time to flee the city, but like many urbanites, you don't own a car. Book a rental and bring these five songs and crank the factory-installed stereo in your getaway car.
Jul 14th, 2007 · In the summer of 1967, Newark, N. J., exploded into violence. The five days of rioting left 26 people dead and lasting scars that still mark the city to this day. This week, Newark remembers the events of that sweltering July 40 years ago.
Aug 3rd, 2006 · This summer has brought stifling heat to many regions across the United States, and in some areas, longstanding records have been shattered. The sweltering weather is having a direct effect on the economic health of the nation.
Aug 2nd, 2006 · As parts of the U.S. bake in above-average temperatures, commentator Sandip Roy remembers the sweltering summer heat of his childhood in Calcutta.
Jul 22nd, 2006 · The National Guard is evacuating residents of St. Louis who are sweltering in the summer heat without power for fans or air conditioning. A dangerous storm lashed the city Wednesday and power isn't expected to be restored for many until next week.
Jul 17th, 2006 · The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings across the country as the blazing sun heats up every corner of the United States. The oppressive, often humid heat leads officials to urge most citizens to stay indoors and remain hydrated.
Jun 18th, 2005 · Living on a student's budget in sweltering heat led civil engineering student Geoff Milburn to a practical use of his education: creating an air conditioning system for under $25. Milburn tells Scott Simon about his invention.