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Schools Close as Over Half of France Faces Red Heat Alerts Amid Intense Heatwave

Over half of France faces red heat alerts as temperatures soar above 40°C, prompting school closures and safety warnings amid a prolonged heatwave affecting millions.

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Getty Images A woman takes pictures of a thermometer reading 40 degrees Celsius on June 21, 2026 in Seville, Spain. Western Europe i

Germany Considers Extending Coal Use Amid Energy Supply Concerns

Germany, Europe's largest coal consumer, faces pressure to reconsider its coal phase-out amid rising gas prices and energy security concerns. The government weighs extending coal use, balancing environmental goals with industry demands and political divisions.

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AFP via Getty Images Vapour billowing from the cooling towers of the Niederaussem power station in Germany, which burns cheap, lignite coal

Half of France on Red Heat Alert as Alcohol Ban Enforced at Music Festival

France faces a red heatwave alert covering half the country, including Paris, with temperatures nearing records. Authorities have banned alcohol at the Fête de la Musique festival to protect healthcare services amid disruptions caused by the heatwave.

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EPA people under an umbrella because of the heat in paris with the Eiffel Tower in the background

Fuel Sales Suspended in Occupied Crimea Amid Ukraine's Targeted Attacks on Oil Facilities

Fuel sales have been suspended in occupied Crimea amid Ukraine's intensified attacks on oil facilities, causing casualties and logistical shortages in the region.

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Reuters Cars queue for fuel at a gas station after the authorities restricted fuel sales amid a supply shortage following Ukrainian attacks on logistics routes

Zelensky Returns Poland's Highest Honor After It Was Revoked

President Zelensky returned Poland's highest honor after it was revoked over controversy surrounding a Ukrainian army unit named after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, sparking diplomatic tensions between Ukraine and Poland.

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EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock Polish President Andrzej Duda (R), wearing a suit and tie, awards Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, wearing a black-long sleeve shirt, with the Order of the White Eagle during his visit in Warsaw, Poland. The medal is lying in an opened box, which Zelensky is holding.

Drone Attack on Moscow Oil Refinery Brings War Closer to Russian Capital

A Ukrainian drone attack on a Moscow oil refinery marks a significant escalation, bringing the war closer to the Russian capital. Despite damage and casualties, official responses downplay the impact while residents adjust to a new normal amid ongoing conflict.

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EPA A woman walks in a park as smoke billows in the background following a reported Ukrainian drone attack, in Moscow, Russia, 18 June 2026.

Edinburgh Airport Evacuated Over Suspicious Package, Disruptions Expected

Edinburgh Airport was evacuated Friday evening after a suspicious package was found. Police and specialist teams responded, causing road closures and flight disruptions. Passengers are urged to check with airlines for updates.

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BBC Stranded travellers waiting outside the airport

Poland Revokes Zelensky's Top Honor Over Naming Military Unit After WWII Group

Poland revoked President Zelensky's Order of the White Eagle after Ukraine named a military unit after the controversial WWII Ukrainian Insurgent Army, sparking diplomatic tensions amid Ukraine's EU ambitions.

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NurPhoto via Getty Images President Volodymyr Zelensky, bearded and wearing a black jumper, holds a box containing a medal next to then-President Andrzej Duda, who is wearing a suit and stands next to a red and white flag.

Meloni Denies Trump’s Claim She ‘Begged’ for Photo, Sparks Diplomatic Tension

Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni denies Trump's claim she begged for a photo, sparking diplomatic tensions and political support across Italy.

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Handout via REUTERS US President Donald Trump speaks to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, June 17

Farnham Unveils Ambitious Vision for Jersey's Future as Chief Minister

Lyndon Farnham, unopposed for Jersey's Chief Minister, pledges to tackle cost of living, boost investment, increase housing, and deliver a new hospital on time.

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BBC Lyndon Farnham is smiling at the camera. He is wearing a blue suit jacket with a blue tie and white shirt and is standing outside the stone-clad Royal Court in Jersey.

US Defense Secretary Criticizes NATO Allies, Announces Review of US Forces in Europe

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticizes some NATO allies for free-riding and announces a six-month review of US forces in Europe, urging increased defense spending and highlighting ongoing troop adjustments.

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EPA Hegseth gestures with both of his hands as he stands in front of a Nato branded blue backdrop at a summit. He is wearing a dark blue suit, white shirt and white, blue and pink striped tie.

Largest Ukrainian Drone Attack Hits Moscow, Causing Black Smoke and Injuries

Moscow faced its largest Ukrainian drone attack with nearly 200 drones striking key sites, causing fires, injuries, and flight disruptions. Kyiv's strikes respond to Russian attacks on Ukraine, highlighting escalating long-range conflict.

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Reuters Black smoke billows over the Moscow ringroad from a fire at a Moscow oil refinery