World Cup fans sweat through US 'heat dome'

Here is the latest breaking news from around the world: World Cup fans sweat through US 'heat dome' World Cup fans sweat through US 'heat dome' CloseAs a “heat dome” radiates across the US east coast, fans are turning up in record heat to cheer on their teams in the middle of the World Cup. Temperatures in parts of the north-east have soared to 38C, and Fifa has introduced hydration breaks during the match for players to cool down.

The 's Nada Tawfik caught up with fans at the New York New Jersey stadium, the venue for the finals which has no air conditioning installed, who are braving the heatwave to support their team. SubsectionUS & CanadaPublished17 minutes ago Share close panelShare page Copy linkAbout sharingRelated topicsUnited States Follow United States close panelYou are now following United StatesUpdates from your News topics will appear in My News and in a collection on the News homepage.

The development has drawn wide international attention, with diplomatic circles watching closely.