The Latest Breaking News from Death Valley

When the driest place in North America and one of the hottest places on Earth becomes a desert oasis complete with a lake, it's impossible not to take note.

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"The spider walked away unscathed," the National Park Service wrote in a statement

‘Our roads still have gravel patches due to flood damage, and wildlife of all sizes are out,’ warns National Parks Service

Shimmering bodies of water have appeared in the dunes of the recently reopened national park after a summer deluge

Follow live as Tropical Storm Harold tracks towards southern Texas

Hilary, now downgraded to a post-tropical storm, marches northward, prompting flood watches and warnings in half a dozen states

Earlier this year, temperatures at Death Valley National Park neared 130 degrees

Two men were issued a mandatory court appearance

Temperature-related deaths led park service to create a new advice page for visitors who want to explore despite the heat

Hiker dies as US national park exceeds 50C, while heatwave in southern Europe is expected to ease