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Record-Breaking June Heatwave Grips Europe

Spain and England recorded their hottest Junes ever, averaging 23.6°C and 16.9°C respectively, causing wildfires in Turkey (evacuating 50,000+), heat-related deaths in Italy, and widespread disruptions across Europe due to human-caused climate change.

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UK Ad Industry Backs Nationwide Fossil Fuel Advertising Ban

More than 100 UK advertising organizations, representing over 1,000 advertisers, are pushing for a nationwide ban on fossil fuel advertising and sponsorship, citing health concerns and drawing parallels to past tobacco advertising restrictions; a parliamentary debate is scheduled for July 7th.

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Syphilis Outbreak in Northern Territory, Australia: Over 195 Cases Recorded

The Northern Territory is experiencing a surge in syphilis cases, exceeding 195 this year, prompting a dedicated response team and widespread testing recommendations due to the infection's potential for severe complications.

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Hamburg Launches Anonymous Drug-Checking Pilot Program to Reduce Overdoses

Hamburg is implementing a pilot drug-checking program offering anonymous testing at supervised consumption sites and dedicated facilities to reduce health risks and connect users with support services, addressing inconsistent drug potency and dangerous combinations found on the black market.

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euronews.com
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Record European Heatwave Causes Widespread Disruptions and Health Concerns

A severe heatwave affecting Europe caused record-breaking temperatures exceeding 40°C in Portugal, Spain, France and Italy, leading to widespread disruptions, health concerns and increased wildfire risks, highlighting the impact of Europe's rapidly rising temperatures.

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bbc.com
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England's Southeast to Sizzle, While Rest of UK Cools Down Amidst Extended Heat Alert

Southeast England faces continued hot weather on Tuesday, with temperatures potentially reaching 34-35°C, while other areas experience cooler conditions; the UKHSA extended an amber heat health alert until Wednesday morning due to the impact on health services and public transport; this is the secon...

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Record-Breaking Heatwave Sweeps Southern Europe

A record-breaking heatwave in Southern Europe has caused temperatures to reach 46°C in Spain, leading to heat warnings across Germany, France, and Italy, along with infrastructure damage, forest fires, and thousands of hospitalizations.

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Italy Heatwave: Blackouts, Deaths, and Regional Responses

A deadly heatwave in Italy has caused blackouts, overwhelmed hospitals, and at least one death; multiple regions banned outdoor work, but some have yet to respond.

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German Heatwave Exposes Nursing Home Vulnerability

Germany anticipates a severe heatwave reaching 38°C (100.4°F), posing risks to vulnerable populations, especially the roughly 800,000 elderly in nursing homes often lacking sufficient heat protection measures.

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Lyme Disease Cases Surge in Saxony-Anhalt Amidst Climate Change

Lyme disease cases in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, have sharply increased to 429 in the first half of 2024 from an average of 111 during the same period from 2015-2019, potentially due to climate change extending tick activity, with the Salzlandkreis and Börde districts most affected.

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dw.com
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Record Heatwaves Scorch Globe, Underscoring Climate Change Impacts

Record-breaking June heatwaves scorch Southern Europe, parts of the US, and the UK, causing heatstroke, wildfires, and prompting authorities to issue urgent heat warnings, highlighting the accelerating impacts of climate change.

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euronews.com
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India Factory Explosion Kills 39, Raises Safety Concerns

A massive explosion and fire at a pharmaceutical factory in Telangana, India, killed at least 39 workers and injured 34, halting production for 90 days; the incident has raised concerns about safety standards in the Indian pharmaceutical industry.

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