EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNINGS CONTINUE. High Temperatures From Chicago To New York.
You must try to stay comfortable. In NYC locate cooling centers: http://bit.ly/LC9EQ5.
To find public swimming pools: http://on.nyc.gov/KOQ8Un

FIGHTING IN SYRIA CONTINUES SPREADING. Now Spilling Inside Lebanon.
Syria's conflict inside Lebanon as mortars from government forces killed two women and a man after rebels crossed the border for refuge.

LIBYA ELECTION. Old Rivalries Threatened Fresh Political Future in Libya.

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the New York City area until 6:00 PM Saturday .

Additionally, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Saturday.

These conditions are dangerous to health. Avoid strenuous activity. People without air conditioning, older adults and people with chronic health conditions are most at risk.

If Orchard Beach, or Coney Island are not your thing, then New York City's outdoor pools will remain open for the 2012 season until September 3rd. Indoor pools are open year-round.

When using the outdoor pools, you must wear a bathing suit and bring a padlock with you. You are not allowed to bring beach chairs, baby strollers, bags, blankets, or beach balls on the pool deck. Before going to the pool, review the rules for other important information. Swimming is allowed at the discretion of the lifeguard.

Noting gross violations of human rights and the ongoing violence there, the United Nations Human Rights Council today condemned the situation in Syria, and urged authorities to immediately implement a peace plan and grant unimpeded access to assistance organizations.

US JOBS STATISTICS. Affecting and Defining Political Campaign.
All eyes are on the employment figures. as President Obama and Mitt Romney move forward with their campaigns only months before Election Day.

SYRIA SUPPORTERS MEET. To Replace Assad.
Meanwhile, a senior member of the president's inner circle defects, as nearly one hundred nations seek enforcement on UN plan. How will Russia and China respond?

MEXICAN VOTE COUNT. Confirms Victory Pena Nieto
They're back...Longtime ruling PRI party set to return to power after 12 years.

LONDON OLYMPICS. Wet and Rainy Weather.