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DisasterJun 27La France subit des coupures de courant lors de la journée la plus chaude jamais enregistréeLa France a enregistré mercredi 24 juin, sa journée la plus chaude depuis le début des relevés en 1947, a annoncé le service météorologique national, dépassant ainsi le record établi la veille seulement.BBC Afrique
DisasterBreakingJun 27Venezuelans in Colombia scramble to send aid as earthquakes death toll increasesNPR News
DisasterJun 27Did the French government prepare for this or not?The heatwave that has gripped Europe for days is slowly shifting eastward, bringing some relief to France. But healthcare services continue to face intense pressure, prompting the Paris region to activate an emergency hospital plan. The French government continues to face criticism over its long-term response to climate change-driven heatwaves, with school closures and a lack of air conditioning in hospitals and retirement homes highlighting ongoing concerns. Peter O'Brien reports.France 24 [en]
DisasterBreakingJun 27Venezuelans dig for earthquake survivors as 72-hour rescue window nears endAl Jazeera [en]
DisasterJun 27China confirms death of pilot in Citic Tower plane crashSouth China Morning Post
DisasterJun 27Europe faces scorching weekend as heat wave moves eastEurope's heat wave is expected to move east after causing record temperatures in several countries. But Germany still has a couple of torrid days ahead. DW has the latest.DW News [en]
DisasterBreakingJun 27Venezuela quake toll tops 900France 24 [en]
DisasterBreakingJun 27Time runs out for thousands missing after Venezuela earthquakesSouth China Morning Post
DisasterJun 27Searches continue for Venezuela earthquake survivorsEuroNews [en]
DisasterJun 27India’s late monsoon rains leave cities and fields parchedThe late arrival of India’s monsoon season and below-average rainfall have caused problems ranging from planting delays for farmers to water restrictions for construction sites in its largest business hub, Mumbai. Water shortages have been reported around the country due to the late start of the rainy season, which typically begins in June but has grown erratic in recent years. Climate experts said El Nino, a warming of the Pacific that affects weather around the globe, combined with an already...South China Morning Post
DisasterBreakingJun 27Two storms put Japan on alert , evacuation orders issuedcanberratimes.com.au · Australia
DisasterBreakingJun 27Orange Fire Alert in Greece Todayathens-times.com · Greece
DisasterJun 27Germany braces for record-breaking temperatures as heatwave moves eastSeveral countries including the UK and Switzerland have posted record June temperatures, with deaths reported in France.Al Jazeera [en]
DisasterJun 27Germany braces for record temperatures as heatwave moves east​France, Britain, Switzerland and ‌Germany all experienced record heat in June and the weather system could test more records ⁠as it rolls across Germany towards Poland Saturday. Germany reached a new record of 41.3°C Friday near the city of Saarbruecken close to the French border while dozens of people, ⁠both young and old, died in France.France 24 [en]
DisasterJun 27How does this NGO help Hong Kong fire victims, needy people get a dignified farewell?On a drizzly, windy morning in June, a family gathered before a tombstone at Wo Hop Shek Cemetery in northern Hong Kong to bid farewell to a loved one who died in the Wang Fuk Court fire. Beneath the muddy grave and scattered stones lies a man surnamed Hung, in his forties, among the 168 victims of the city’s deadliest fire in decades. Last November’s inferno also displaced nearly 5,000 residents. Unlike many victims who were cremated, Hung’s family insisted on a burial. “He passed in the blaze,...South China Morning Post
DisasterJun 27Falling concrete prompts closures around Steubenville Sinclair Building | News , Sports , JobsFalling concrete has led to closures in the vicinity of the Steubenville Sinclair Building. This situation poses a public safety concern and has caused local disruption.timesleaderonline.com · United States
DisasterJun 27Farmers Fear Drought as Italy Longest River Runs DryFarmers in Italy are concerned about a drought as the country's longest river is experiencing low water levels or drying up. This situation poses a threat to agricultural activities.english.aawsat.com · Syria
DisasterBreakingJun 27Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 920 as Missing Reports Surgekhaama.com · Afghanistan
DisasterJun 27Toddler Bitten 25 Times at Maharashtra Pre School While Locked in Room With No Staffoneindia.com · India
DisasterJun 27World aids rescue effort as Venezuela quake death toll hits 920kaieteurnewsonline.com · Guyana
DisasterJun 27Europe heatwave crisis meets China AC freedom - People Daily OnlineEurope is experiencing a heatwave crisis, with a comparison drawn to 'China AC freedom'. This highlights a significant environmental challenge and societal differences in addressing climate issues.en.people.cn · China
DisasterJun 27Why is India’s humanitarian aid in response to Venezuelan earthquake called Operation Amistad?The name is derived from the Spanish word amistad, meaning friendship, reflecting India’s solidarity with the South American nation in a time of crisisThe Hindu
DisasterJun 27Filipino teenager, 17, drowns after falling from Peng Chau bridge in Hong KongA Filipino teenager has drowned after losing his balance while walking on a bridge and falling into the sea off an outlying island in Hong Kong, the South China Morning Post has learned. According to a source, the 17-year-old boy, who holds a Hong Kong identity card, was chatting with two friends while sitting on the railings of Chau Tsai Bridge on Peng Chau on Friday evening. At around 7.18pm, he stood on the railings and walked a few steps before losing his balance and falling into the sea,...South China Morning Post
DisasterBreakingJun 27 Today , Venezuela needs all of us ...: Singer Natti Natasha urges global support for Venezuela earthquake relief effortsaninews.in · India