U.S., Venezuela strike oil deal. And, the staggering hidden toll of U.S. heat deaths

The U.S. and Venezuela have made a significant oil agreement, which could reshape energy dynamics and relations between the two countries. Meanwhile, a two-year study by NPR reveals that heat-related deaths in the U.S. are far more numerous than official records suggest, highlighting the severe, often overlooked impact of climate change. This data underscores the urgent need for better public health measures and climate action to mitigate the hidden toll of extreme heat on American communities.