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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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National Guard Deployed Amid Immigration Protests in Los Angeles

In response to escalating protests against immigration enforcement operations, the Trump administration has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles. The demonstrations erupted following immigration raids conducted by federal agents, leading to clashes between protesters and law enforcement. 

The protests, which began on Friday night, intensified as demonstrators voiced opposition to the arrests of at least 44 individuals on alleged immigration violations. The situation in Paramount, southeast Los Angeles, saw security personnel in gas masks confronting protesters, some of whom waved Mexican flags. 

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized the deployment, calling it "purposefully inflammatory", while Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass condemned the immigration raids, stating that they "sow terror in our communities". Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security reported that 1,000 rioters had surrounded a federal law enforcement building, allegedly assaulting officers and defacing property. 

The protests highlight the ongoing tensions between Democratic-led Los Angeles and Trump’s Republican administration, which has prioritized strict immigration enforcement in his second term. With the National Guard now on the ground, the situation remains volatile as both sides brace for further developments.

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