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Europe Scorched by Record Heatwave: France and Italy Take Emergency Measures

As a blistering heatwave tightens its grip on Europe, countries are scrambling to protect citizens from soaring temperatures and mounting health risks. France has shuttered over 1,350 schools  and closed the top floor of the Eiffel Tower as temperatures surged past 40°C (104°F)  in several regions. Sixteen French departments are now under the highest heat alert, with authorities urging people to stay hydrated and indoors during peak hours. Meanwhile, Italy has imposed restrictions on outdoor work , particularly in agriculture and construction, during the hottest parts of the day. Cities like Rome, Milan, and Venice are under red alerts, with hospitals reporting a spike in heat-related illnesses. The Mediterranean Sea has also hit record highs, with waters in Spain’s Balearic Sea reaching 30°C , up to 6 degrees above average. Scientists warn that Europe—already warming at twice the global average —is facing increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves due to climate change. New ...
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Tragic Crash: Azerbaijan Airlines Flight Crashes in Kazakhstan, Dozens Feared Dead


A devastating incident occurred early Wednesday morning when an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane, en route from Baku to Grozny, crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan. The Embraer 190 aircraft, carrying 67 people, including 62 passengers and 5 crew members, collided with birds and attempted an emergency landing.

The crash resulted in a massive fireball, with initial reports indicating that at least 42 people have lost their lives. Emergency services have managed to extinguish the fire and rescue 25 survivors, 22 of whom have been hospitalized. The passengers included nationals from Azerbaijan, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan.

Authorities from both Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan have launched investigations to determine the exact cause of the accident. The incident has drawn condolences from leaders across the region, including Chechnyan leader Ramzan Kadyrov and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

As the investigation continues, the focus remains on providing support to the survivors and the families of the deceased. The aviation community is also closely monitoring the situation to prevent such tragedies in the future.




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