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Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to rise

Europe is reeling from a devastating heatwave, with France reporting over 1,000 excess deaths, primarily among the elderly. Record temperatures have crippled infrastructure, strained power grids, and impacted vital river systems, affecting everything from nuclear cooling to agriculture. While some areas see relief, the WHO warns that such extreme events,…

The Economic Times

Stars, Stripes, VIPs and Protests: Brussels hosts US Independence bash

Among those attending are Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola.

Euronews

Photos show Pride around the world: Monthlong celebration ends with iconic U.S. parades

Born out of the 1969 Stonewall uprising in New York, Pride Month has grown into a global celebration of LGBTQ+ communities, with marches and festivals taking place in cities across the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. The month reached its peak Sunday with landmark Pride parades in New York and…

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Robert Lewandowski ‘Set to Join’ MLS, Could Debut Against Former Teammate

The Polish striker steps away from the European spotlight after an impressive spell with FC Barcelona.

Sports Illustrated

1,000 Excess Deaths: France's Record-Smashing Heatwave Sparks Chaos and Exploding WWII Ammo Across Europe

Europe faces a severe heatwave, with France reporting 1,000 excess deaths in three days. Climate change intensifies risks, affecting public health, infrastructure, and emergency services across the continent.

International Business Times UK

Swiss glaciers melting at alarming rate in June as Europe faces extreme heat

All snow and ice accumulated over the past winter is expected to have melted by Monday. Over the past century, this tipping point usually only arrives in mid-August on average.

Euronews

Europe swelters as heatwave moves east, excess deaths rise

PARIS (FRANCE) - Europe's deadly heatwave pushed east Sunday with hundreds of millions still sweltering across the continent despite fleeting relief from overnight storms, notably in France and Belgium.

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Europe temperatures shatter records: 191 mn face 35C on Sunday; over 1,300 dead in extreme heat

Europe is grappling with a devastating heatwave, claiming over 1,300 lives and shattering temperature records. Nations like Denmark, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic have seen unprecedented highs, leading to widespread infrastructure disruptions, including buckling roads and reduced train services. Rivers are drying up, impacting power generation and agriculture, while tragically,…

The Times of India

More than 1,300 excess deaths linked to record-breaking Europe heatwave, WHO says

More than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded in connection with Europe's record-breaking heatwave since June 21, according to the World Health Organization on Sunday. Earlier that day, health officials in France reported that there had been around 1,000 more deaths than expected in the country since Wednesday.

France 24

More than 1,300 excess deaths recorded in Europe heatwave: WHO

The World Health Organization said Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent. And across Europe, "more than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded since 21 June linked to high temperatures in Europe",…

The Economic Times

Harley-Davidson's Biggest European Party Is Heading Back To Croatia

Harley-Davidson is returning its massive European H.O.G. Rally to Croatia in 2027, complete with demo rides, concerts, and custom motorcycles.

RideApart

UV face masks, cooling ties: how cultures outside Europe deal with heat

Countries on other continents, far from Europe, have long devised ways of coping with sweltering heat. Here are a few examples – some unusual, others inspiring.

Euronews

Germany, Czechia, Poland and Hungary swelter through hottest days on record

Heat records of over 40C set as extreme weather spreads east, with more than 191m in Europe enduring 35C or above

The Guardian - UK

France records around 1,000 additional deaths amid extreme heat wave leading to European records

France has experienced a surge in deaths during its record-breaking heat wave, according to the country's public health agency

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‘We was hoodwinked’: Inside the ex-mining town that backed Brexit despite millions of pounds of EU funding

EUROPE: THE WAY BACK: Eyebrows were raised when the Welsh area of Blaenau Gwent, despite receiving huge swathes of EU funding, voted to leave the bloc 10 years ago. Alex Ross visits the area’s largest town of Ebbw Vale, and discovers a more complicated picture

Radio France Internationale

Why Germany is turning to Algeria for Europe's hydrogen future

Germany is strengthening its energy partnership with Algeria, as Europe searches for new long-term energy supplies and invests in renewable hydrogen to help cut emissions.

TechRadar

Battery swapping for EV trucks to go mainstream as Octopus teams with CATL to service 300,000+ electric trucks across Europe

Octopus and CATL plan European battery swapping hubs supporting 300000 electric trucks while expanding energy storage capabilities.

The Economic Times

Europe heatwave: 191 million people to face 35C+ temperatures on Sunday

Europe is bracing for a scorching Sunday as an estimated 191 million people are expected to face temperatures of 35C or higher, particularly in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland. Millions more will experience heat above 30C. This widespread heatwave is impacting large swathes of Central and Eastern Europe,…

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France records around 1,000 excess deaths during heatwave

The Public Health France agency said Sunday that around 1,000 more deaths than expected occurred during a record-breaking heatwave that baked much of western Europe for days, adding that 85 percent of the casualties were people aged 65 and over. The agency stressed that the figures were preliminary and were…

The Economic Times

European heatwave: Riot vehicles, fire hoses and soaked pedestrians. How Germany is battling record heat

Europe is grappling with an intense heatwave, shattering weather records and pushing temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius in several nations. Germany deployed water cannons to cool residents, while infrastructure like railways and nuclear power plants faced disruptions. Authorities issued widespread heat warnings as the extreme weather, linked to climate change,…

The Times of India

Europe heatwave turns deadly as France records 1,000 excess deaths

France has recorded around 1,000 more deaths than expected since June 24 during the record-breaking heatwave that swept across much of western Europe, with the vast majority of victims aged 65 and above, French health authorities said on Sunday.

The Economic Times

As Europe faces extreme heat, China's 'Spider-Woman' AC installer stuns the internet

As Europe swelters under a severe heatwave, a viral video of a woman expertly installing an air conditioner while dangling outside a Chinese high-rise has captivated social media. The clip highlights China's widespread AC use, contrasting with Europe's recent surge in demand due to extreme temperatures impacting infrastructure and daily…

Euronews

Where to travel in Europe and beyond, according to the world’s most travelled people

From lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites to foodie destinations you can’t miss, these are the recommendations of people who have seen it all – quite literally.

The Economic Times

Central Europe sizzles as heat records smashed in Switzerland, Denmark, Czech Republic

Europe is grappling with unprecedented heat waves, shattering temperature records from Switzerland to Denmark. Germany's infrastructure is buckling, with highway damage and advisories against non-essential train travel. France's hospitals are strained, while the UK has recorded its hottest June day ever. Italy remains under a red heat alert. Scientists link…

Euronews

Portugal gains 725 super-rich residents in five years. Why is it a magnet for wealth?

In recent years, Portugal has seen a sharp rise in the number of ultra-wealthy residents, fuelled by property investment, international capital flows and the appeal of the Portuguese way of life.

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