Knoxville Rarities Damaged By Malfunctioning Air Conditioner

Rare Book Collection Interior 6 by UBC Library Graphics.

One of Knoxville’s most important historical libraries – the Calvin M. McClung Collection – suffered water damage earlier this week, as air conditioners and humidifier systems leaked into the building’s storage areas. Approximately 200 books were damaged by the leak, … Continue reading

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Rio De Janeiro Heat Wave Causes Over 30 Deaths, Slows Business

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, nov.07 by kaysha.

While Brazil’s capital city certainly isn’t renowned for cool temperatures, few residents expected summer heat levels to reach almost 40°C. Average high temperatures throughout March and April tend to hover around 32°C, but this year’s heat wave has seen daytime … Continue reading

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Bangladesh Government Enforces Air Conditioner Ban Despite April Humidity

Located in tropical South Asia, Bangladesh is one of the world’s hottest countries, and certainly a haven for ultra-hot, highly polluted urban areas. But despite the heat, the government will begin imposing severe restrictions on electricity usage including air conditioning … Continue reading

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