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Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · Jericho
Mendoza Selected as Top Pick in NFL Draft
Fernando Mendoza was selected as the consensus top pick in the NFL Draft. The quarterback will join a new franchise after distinguishing himself as a prospect through an unorthodox playing style and decision-making approach.
How extreme heat damages the human body
Human bodies employ natural cooling mechanisms, but these systems fail under sustained high heat and humidity. Understanding the physiological effects of extreme temperatures can help people recognize danger signs and take protective steps.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
More than a dozen tornadoes sweep through Midwest, damaging homes and structures across three states
More than a dozen tornadoes struck Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin, leaving a trail of damaged homes and structures. The severe weather outbreak coincides with dangerous heat affecting the East Coast.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Lakers improve title odds to 35-1 after taking 2-0 series lead against Rockets
The Lakers' 2-0 series lead over Houston has shortened their championship odds to 35-1. Oklahoma City maintains the best odds to win the title.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
National Weather Service declares El Niño has begun
The National Weather Service officially confirmed the arrival of El Niño, a weather pattern that forecasters say could match some of the most intense versions recorded. The phenomenon typically brings heat waves, drought conditions and severe flooding to different parts of the world.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026