Sardinia sizzles in 46C as Italian cities placed on heatwave red alert An intense heatwave has caused devastating wildfires in parts of southern Europe Evening Standard · Jul 19, 2023
Germany debates siestas as Europe grapples with soaring heat Germans should follow southern Europeans, who have more experience with extremely hot weather, officials say. Al Jazeera · Jul 19, 2023
Mapped: How does UK’s inflation compare with the rest of Europe? Rising prices slow to 7.9 per cent in June. But how does this compare with our neighbours across the Channel? The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023
Five European countries will extend ban on Ukraine's grain but let it head to other places Five European Union countries will extend their ban on Ukrainian grain to protect their farmers’ interests The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023
Caribbean countries poised to seek UN legal advice on slavery compensation UN legal opinion would put pressure on 10 European countries targeted to engage in reparative justice The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2023
Inflation may be coming down but its unequal effects can still have a big impact on wellbeing Inflation is coming down across developed economies, although not as much as governments and central banks would like. The latest figures tracking UK inflation show prices rose by 7.3% in the year to June 2023, down from 7.9% in May, but still well above the government’s official target of 2%.… The Conversation · Jul 19, 2023
US economist turns down top EU job after political outcry US economist Fiona Scott Morton has decided not to take up a job advising the European Commission, offered to her by EU competition commissioner Margrethe Vestager. Her decision comes after French president Emmanuel Macron expressed doubts about hiring an American for the role. Radio France Internationale · Jul 19, 2023
Jeep Rethinks EV Push In Europe By Selling More Gasoline Avengers After the crossover went on sale, the list of countries where the Avenger will also be sold with gasoline-burning power sources has increased from 2 to 6. InsideEVs · Jul 19, 2023
India's Tata will build a $5-billion new electric car battery factory in the UK India’s Tata Sons has confirmed plans to build a 4-billion-pound, or $5.2-billion, electric car battery factory in the U.K. The plant is expected to become one of Europe’s largest battery cell manufacturing sites when it begins production in 2026 The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023
OPINION - Upbeat spy boss leads with his chin in central Europe’s city of espionage The unquenchable “human factor” still matters in fighting for a better world, says Anne McElvoy. Evening Standard · Jul 19, 2023
First Thing: Europe, Asia and US continue to face dangerous heatwaves Red alerts expected for more cities in Italy as Greece wildfires spread and brutal conditions continue in the US. Plus, grief in the age of AI The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2023
Firefighters battle wildfires surrounding Athens as second heat wave hits the Mediterranean country New evacuations have been ordered as wildfires raged near the Greek Capital after a second heat wave hit the Mediterranean country from the west following days of record-high temperatures baked southern Europe The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023
Europe heatwave: Is it safe to travel to Italy, Spain, Greece and Croatia? A deadly heatwave is sweeping Europe, with ground temperatures in Spain hitting more than 60C The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023
'Active club' hate groups are growing in the U.S. — and making themselves seen Cells of white males have formed in at least 30 states, united around racism and an interest in mixed martial arts. Extremism researchers say they're neo-Nazis looking to mainstream their ideas. WEKU · Jul 19, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2023 Europe heatwave: what should you do about travel plans across the continent? Sweltering temperatures and wildfires are leaving holidaymakers on edge – and insurers won’t pay out for every scenario
Al Jazeera · Jul 19, 2023 Heatwaves set more records across Europe, Asia and US Residents across the globe grapple with scorching temperatures, deadly wildfires and health warnings.
France 24 · Jul 19, 2023 Extreme heat sparks wildfires, health warnings around the world Extreme heat was forecast across the globe on Wednesday, as wildfires raged and health warnings were in place in parts of Asia, Europe and North America. Scientists have long warned that climate change, caused by greenhouse gas emissions mainly from burning fossil fuels, will make heatwaves more frequent, severe and…
The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023 Sick note Britain: Country’s ‘sickness explosion’ costing economy £15bn every year, experts warn New report finds UK has ‘among the worst population health in Europe’
Radio France Internationale · Jul 19, 2023 UN warns of impacts on health as Europe braces for record heatwaves Europe braced for record-smashing heat Tuesday with Greece battling wildfires that have forced people to flee their homes. The UN's World Meteorological Organization warned of increased risks for health as heatwaves across the globe showed no signs of easing.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2023 Ukraine thought UK had ‘too rosy’ a view of Putin, Blair was told when PM Advisers also told Blair in early 2000s that Kyiv thought Britain was not doing enough to support its push for EU membership
The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023 Europe heatwave live: EU sends firefighters to Greece as new evacuation orders issued Mediterranean swelters under extreme heat as authorities warn of risk to life
The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023 Chinese livestreamers set their sights on TikTok sales to shoppers in the US and Europe Chinese livestreamers have set their sights on selling to TikTok shoppers in the U.S. and Europe
The Conversation · Jul 19, 2023 How is China shifting its foreign policy to counter moves to 'contain' it from the West? At last week’s NATO summit, the members issued a final statement criticising China’s coercive policies, which they said challenge the interests, security and values of the bloc.
The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023 Families unable to cancel summer holidays despite extreme heat warnings and wildfires UK government has so far stopped short of issuing ‘don’t travel’ advice, meaning travel firms won't cover cancellations
The Times of India · Jul 19, 2023 David Beckham believes Lionel Messi will need time to adapt to MLS Inter Miami co-owner and football legend, David Beckham emphasised the need for patience during the Argentine's adaptation to the Major League Soccer (MLS), even though the standard of play differs from European football.