Ala was one of 4.6 million Filipinos affected by the extreme heat wave that hit the country last year. Heat indices surpassed 42 degrees Celsius and forced the closure of 4,000 schools nationwide.

From photos by Ansel Adams to intriguing works by emergent talent, here’s a bundle of ideas to enjoy Seattle’s visual art scene this winter. Pompeii, the ancient Roman city buried by ash and ...

Coltrane, a jazz virtuoso who devoted much of her life to a spiritual journey, is a beacon for today’s artists. An exhibition at the Hammer Museum shows why. By Siddhartha Mitter The first ...

Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home. If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool. For information on staying safe ...