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In this Aug. 9, 2017 file photo tourists refresh themselves at a fountain in Rome. A relentless heat wave that gripped parts of Europe has sent temperatures soaring to record highs for several days. Researchers say the likelihood of scorching summer temperatures in southern Europe is increasing because of man-made climate change. Hotter-than-usual temperatures in the Mediterranean region - including an August heatwave in Italy and the Balkans dubbed ‘Lucifer’ - resulted in higher hospital admissions, numerous forest fires and widespread economic losses this summer. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia,file)
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Military parade celebrates Army’s 250th
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Hegseth joins veterans, generals to mark 80th anniversary of battle of Iwo Jima
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