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EU warns deadly flooding and wildfires show climate breakdown is fast becoming the norm

The European Union's head office is warning that devastating floods through much of Central Europe and deadly wildfires in Portugal are joint proof of a “climate breakdown” that will become the norm unless drastic action is taken

The Independent UK

More parts of central Europe braced for flooding as death toll across region rises to at least 22

Storm Boris has caused serious flooding across Central and Eastern Europe

Evening Standard

Central Europe Braces For Worst Flooding In Years

Central Europe battles severe flooding with military aid, evacuations, and community resilience amidst widespread destruction.

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Budapest and Wroclaw reinforce river banks ahead of more flooding

A state of natural disaster has been declared across the affected region of southern Poland

The Independent UK

Deadly floods hit central Europe as thousands evacuated

So far 16 people have died

The Independent UK

David Lammy sounds alarm on global warming 'accelerating towards us' as thousands flee central Europe floods

In Poland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk declared a disaster in flooded areas

Evening Standard

'Oil giants should pay for the damage', Greenpeace activist says amid deadly floods in Europe

Exceptionally heavy rainfall pounding Central Europe has prompted deadly flooding in the region. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to Ian Duff, head of Greenpeace International's "Stop Drilling Start Paying" campaign. He says that oil and gas companies have created this problem and should pay for the damage.

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No pressure on Pajari after surprise Toyota Rally1 call-up for WRC Chile

Sami Pajari says there is no pressure to deliver results in his surprise two extra World Rally Championship Rally1 outings in Chile and Central Europe.

Motorsport

Flooding in central Europe kills five more as cities submerged

Floods have already killed six people in Romania and one in Austria

The Independent UK

Rising floodwaters trigger evacuations in Czech Republic and Poland

Another night of torrential rains pounding Central Europe have forced massive evacuations in the hardest hit areas in the Czech Republic, where floods reached extreme levels

The Independent UK

Central Europe braces for heavy rains and flooding forecast over the weekend

The nations of Central Europe are bracing for severe flooding forecast to hit the Czech Republic, Poland, Austria, Germany, Slovakia and Hungary over the weekend

The Independent UK

Gambling on the Road: How to Diversify Your European Journey

Exploring Europe by car is a timeless adventure that allows travelers to experience the continent's diverse landscapes, cultures, and hidden gems. From the scenic highways of the French Riviera to the historic routes of Central Europe, a road trip offers the freedom to create your own itinerary and discover places…

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AP PHOTOS: Estonia, one of the first countries to introduce Christmas trees, celebrates the holiday

Christmas trees started appearing in Central Europe and the Baltic States, including Estonia, as early as the Middle Ages and have now become traditional across much of the world.

The Independent UK

EA Sports WRC Heads to Central Europe for Season 2

Season 2 is here and unlocks Central Europe for players to take on.

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New Central European Rally to offer “huge challenge” for WRC teams

This weekend’s Central European Rally will undertake a first for the WRC as it hosts a rally that will feature stages in three countries, namely the Czech Republic, Austria and Germany.

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Estonia becomes first country in Central Europe to legalize same-sex marriage

Estonia’s parliament on Tuesday passed a law legalizing same-sex marriage, making history as the first country in Central Europe to pass such legislation.

Bangkok Post

Tour the heart of Central Europe with Siam Society

Siam Society is holding a study trip to explore magnificent heritage sites in the Czech Republic and the capital of Slovakia, from Aug 29 to Sept 8.

Autosport

Could Europe's newest circuit be a refreshing change for F1?

Amid a desert of street circuits, a rare oasis of a newly built traditional circuit appears – all 4.1km/2.5 miles and 16 corners of it. Four years in the making, Balaton Park Circuit is a proper, old-school track, nestled close to its namesake Lake Balaton, the largest in Central Europe.

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The Grand Tour Returns June 16 With New Special Through Central Europe

The three will be driving a Chevrolet SSR, a Mitsuoka Le-Seyde, and a Crosley convertible.

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The Grand Tour: Eurocrash — release date, first look, premise and everything we know

The Grand Tour: Eurocrash is the latest Prime Video motoring special.

Manchester Evening News

Amazon Prime Video confirms new The Grand Tour release date

Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May are back for a Central European adventure

Tribune News Service

Say hello to 'Central Europe' as Eastern begins fading into history

Did you know that Vienna is farther east than both Prague and Zagreb? Or that Slovenia shares a border with Italy?

Reuters

Ransomware outbreak hits Florida Supreme Court, US and European universities

A global ransomware outbreak has scrambled servers belonging to Florida's Supreme Court and several universities in the U.S. and Central Europe, according to a Reuters analysis of ransom notes posted online to stricken servers.

The Conversation

Ancient DNA from the teeth of 14th-century Ashkenazi Jews in Germany already included genetic variations common in modern Jews

About two-thirds of Jews today – or about 10 million people – are Ashkenazi, referring to a recent origin from Eastern and Central Europe. They reside mostly in the United States and Israel. Ashkenazi Jews carry a particularly high burden of disease-causing genetic mutations, such as those in the BRCA1…

Reuters

Lights off, heat down: central Europe governments save power to set example

Turning off lights, lowering thermostats and installing motion detectors are among the ways central European governments have begun energy saving, as part of efforts to trim costs and avoid shortages in the incoming heating season to address cuts in gas supplies from Russia.

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