Scientists warn ‘grueling heat’ could impact quarter of World Cup games
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Source: The Japan Times
Published: 2026-05-15 10:47 UTC+10:00
Section: ENVIRONMENT
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Europe, Weather, World News, Environment & Climate
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Paris – Climate experts challenged FIFA on Thursday after a warning that 1 in 4 of the 2026 World Cup games could take place in very hot conditions as global warming has increased the risk of extreme heat in North America since the U.S. hosted the 1994 tournament.
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