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Do World Cup hydration breaks protect players in the heat?

Scientists are questioning whether FIFA's hydration breaks do enough to protect players competing in extreme heat. While some argue the breaks disrupt the game, researchers say longer cooling periods and active cooling measures may better reduce heat-related health risks.

Europe in Motion

Who in Europe is the most affected by extreme heatwaves?

Europeans are experiencing another record-breaking heatwave, but not everyone is affected equally. Who is the most affected by these extreme climate events on the old continent?

Climate

Inside the underground network cooling Europe without using air con

“District cooling offers clear benefits for cities aiming to safeguard public health and cut emissions.”

Health news

WHO warns Europe's heat preparedness falls short

The World Health Organization has warned that Europe must be better prepared for further "deadly weeks" of extreme heat.

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Europe News

Cooling down a 'logistical nightmare' at Tour de France, Pogacar says

Beyond just the heat, Monday's third stage from Granollers in Spain, over the border into Les Angles in France, was threatened by wildfires which had broken out around 70km from the finish.

Water

Is France heading for a severe summer drought?

Record heat and climate change are creating more frequent and severe droughts.

Climate

Up to 44°C in Spain: red alert expected in several regions

Spain’s national meteorological agency has issued orange alerts across much of the country for the summer’s second heatwave, with temperatures of 42–44 ºC expected from Sunday to Tuesday in several regions.

Climate

Up to 42ºC in Spain, nine regions on extreme heat alert

Spain's weather service has extended a special heatwave alert, the summer's second, with orange warnings and highs near 42°C in Andalucía, Extremadura and the Tagus valley this weekend.

Climate

El Niño is ‘strengthening rapidly’. How worried should Europe be?

Forecasters warn that a strong El Niño is increasing the likelihood of extreme weather, but is Europe immune from its impact?

Health news

Deaths in Belgium increased by 39% during June heatwave

It comes as Public Health France announced an increase of 29.1% in the number of deaths in France from 22 to 28 June compared to the week prior.

Health news

Heatwave leaves Europe with thousands of excess deaths

Preliminary data from Western Europe points to more than 4,000 additional deaths as record June temperatures strain health systems — with governments now scrambling to bolster preparedness for future heatwaves.

Earth News

Portugal activates EU civil protection mechanism over wildfires

The fire in Vouzela is the main concern, with around 1,100 firefighters deployed. The blaze keeps spreading as the country remains on red alert due to the heat.

Europe News

Air conditioner rush: Scuffles break out at Lidl stores across France

Hundreds of shoppers queued outside Lidl supermarkets across France on Thursday after the retailer announced the sale of 200,000 fans and portable air conditioners, triggering long lines, scuffles and police intervention at several stores.

Health news

France records nearly 30% increase in deaths during June heatwave

The number of deaths rose most sharply in the Île-de-France region, up 62.8%. A similar surge was also reported in the Pays de la Loire region in western France.

Climate

Spain set to see temperatures soar again this weekend

Extremadura and Andalusia are under orange heat alerts, with temperatures of 40ºC to 42ºC expected.

Europe News

EU pivots from climate mitigation to adaptation in bid to beat heat

After a brutal heatwave killed 1,300 people in western Europe, the European Commission has pledged to step up climate adaptation efforts – but part of the burden was shifted to local and regional governments.

Climate

Heatwave in Portugal: wildfires mobilise over 1,000 firefighters

From midnight to 3 p.m. Thursday, 1,995 responders and hundreds of assets tackled rural fires on the mainland; Civil Protection reports 62 incidents. The Vouzela fire remains active in a “complex area”, worrying the authorities.

Earth News

Spain on wildfire alert as active blazes prompt evacuations

Spain has already lost nearly 50,000 hectares to wildfires in 2026, according to European estimates.

Earth News

Extreme heat: Portugal under red warning and state of alert

Portugal’s weather service IPMA extends the red warning to Aveiro, Beja, Braga, Évora, Portalegre, Porto, Santarém and Viana do Castelo at least until Sunday. The government declares a state of alert and tightens access to forests.

The Ring

MEPs clash in The Ring over the way forward after Europe's heat dome

A record-breaking heatwave is baking Europe - have politicians failed to protect citizens? Is air-conditioning the answer? In this edition, Benedetta Scuderi (Greens) and Andrea Wechsler (EPP) talk about the political consequences of a (failed?) climate policy.

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