Heat Wave, Swift’s Gift, and Team USA | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Scorching heatwaves are gripping the nation, with temps nearing 100 degrees and humidity making it feel like a sauna — a punishing stretch of weather that’s pushing limits and disrupting daily life. Amtrak canceled a dozen trains as heat warped tracks, while thousands of outdoor workers brave the danger. Amid the heat, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce dropped a surprise $1 million donation to Rhode Island’s food bank — a powerful act of compassion. On the sports front, Team USA punched its ticket to the next World Cup round despite a red card drama. And in Warwick, police are urgently asking the…