France records 5,764 excess deaths in June-July heatwave: wildfires force evacuations in south

Agrotourism in Cyprus: an alternative to the beach this summer Most people planning a summer holiday in Cyprus think of the coast first. But the island also has an inland option: agrotourism, based in mountain and semi-mountain villages, aimed at families, couples, groups of friends, or anyone wanting to get away from crowds. Cypruss mountain and semi-mountain villages tend to be cooler in summer than […]

in-cyprus · 22 days ago

Refugee student secures place at University of Cyprus: Marveilles story A student who arrived in Cyprus three years ago as a refugee from Congo has won a place at the University of Cyprus, Palouriotissa Lyceum announced in a Facebook post. Marveille arrived in Cyprus with her mother and brother, Romy, without knowing a single word of Greek, the school said. Over those same three years, […]

in-cyprus · 22 days ago

The Storm caused Material Damage worth Millions in Herzegovina The mayor of Nevesinje municipality Milenko Avdalović said today that the unprecedented storm that hit Herzegovina yesterday caused material damage estimated at millions. We still dont know what caused the greater material damage, because agricultural crops were also damaged, a large number of cars were destroyed, as well as residential buildings, Avdalović told Radio and […] The post The Storm caused Material Damage worth Millions in Herzegovina appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

sarajevo times · 22 days ago

Woman to stand trial in Poland for assaulting Ukrainian teenagers near swimming pool Polish police have detained a 26-year-old woman after an attack on Ukrainian teenagers near a swimming pool in Legnica. Prosecutors have charged her with offences carrying a maximum sentence of seven years and six months in prison.

ukrpravda · 22 days ago

Frances D-Day landing beaches could become a UNESCO World Heritage site in July Normandys application to have the D-Day beaches in northern France listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site could finally be accepted at the end of July, after its submission nearly 20 years ago. The nomination also includes Pointe du Hoc, the German artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer, Port Mulberry, and numerous military cemeteries and memorials. The UN cultural agency is set to male a decision between July 24 and 27.

france24 · 22 days ago

Dublin man died after being attacked with a machete, punches and a roundhouse kick, court hears Two of Mr Longs family members watched the proceedings from the public gallery.

thejournal · 22 days ago

Derek Boyd found guilty of murdering man while serving suspended manslaughter sentence Mr Boyd was serving the suspended part of his sentence for the manslaughter of his sister when he fatally stabbed another man.

thejournal · 22 days ago

Olympics legend Olaf Tufte dies aged 50: Tributes pour in for two-time rowing champion after he was found unconscious on family farm Olympic rowing legend Olaf Tufte has died aged 50 after an astonishing career which saw him win two gold medals and compete in seven Summer Games.

dailymail · 22 days ago

European airport chaos as Brits are caught up in hours-long queues spilling into carparks as summer getaway is hit by EU border check changes New rules at border control were introduced earlier this year which have sparked chaos for holidaymakers from countries which are not a part of the European Union.

dailymail · 22 days ago

France recorded 5,700 more deaths than usual during its historic June heatwave France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heatwave last month, according to the public health agency

independent · 22 days ago

Two Rotterdam trams crash on Erasmus Bridge; At least 15 hurt Two RET trams collided on the Erasmus Bridge in the center of Rotterdam on Wednesday morning.

nltimes.nl · 22 days ago

France Recorded 5,000 Excess Deaths During Heatwave: Officials

gdeltproject.org · 22 days ago

County court judge named suspect in biting assault on police officer A county court judge has been declared a suspect in a criminal offense case involving the biting assault of a police officer outside a Tallinn nightclub earlier this year.

news.err · 22 days ago

9 drownings recorded this summer, mostly men over 50 Nine people have drowned this summer and most of the victims have been men over the age of 50, under the influence of alcohol. No women have drowned this summer.

news.err · 22 days ago

France Excess Deaths Rise to 5,764 During June-July Heatwaves Paris, July 22 Brussels Morning Newspaper — France excess deaths reached 5,764 during the June and July heatwaves, according to a report released by Santé publique France. The health agency said prolonged periods of extreme heat led to thousands of … Read more

brussels morning · 22 days ago

Extreme Heat France Concerns Grow as Rome Opens Free Cinemas to Escape Summer Temperatures Rome, July 22 Brussels Morning Newspaper — Rome free cinema screenings will be offered across the Italian capital as city officials introduce a new measure to help residents escape soaring summer temperatures. The initiative allows people to watch films free … Read more

brussels morning · 22 days ago

On the trail of a new dinosaur species in Spains premier wine region The remains found in the village of Igea, in La Rioja, support the hypothesis that a large herbivorous specimen lived there 120 million years ago

elpais · 22 days ago

🇫🇷 France recorded 5,764 more deaths than usual during a record-breaking heatwave last month, health authorities said on Wednesday, describing the excess mortality among people aged 15 and older as "unprecedented." ➡️ u.afp.com/Srdb

bluesky_AFP English · 22 days ago

US health officials quarantined 14 American citizens at a New York military base for four days after a recent return from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where an Ebola outbreak is underway, according to records seen by Reuters and two people familiar with the situation reut.rs/4pBGj1Y

bluesky_Reuters · 22 days ago

Somalia claims it killed senior Shabaab leader Somalia said that it and international partners killed Maalin Jinow Ibrahim, a reported co-founder of Shabaab and a member of its central shura council, in a targeted operation earlier this month. However, Al Qaedas branch for East Africa has yet to confirm his death. The post Somalia claims it killed senior Shabaab leader appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.

long war journal · 22 days ago

A record 3,777 Shells fell on Sarajevo 33 Years Ago On this day 33 years ago, 3,777 shells fell on Sarajevo. This is a record number of shells that fell on Sarajevo in one day during the siege that lasted from April 5, 1992 to February 29, 1996. The shells did a lot of damage. People were killed, civil, cultural, religious buildings and even hospitals […] The post A record 3,777 Shells fell on Sarajevo 33 Years Ago appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

sarajevo times · 22 days ago

Unprecedented: France records 5,764 excess deaths during June-July heatwave period France recorded 5,764 more deaths than the normal rate between June 17 and July 2, health authorities said Wednesday. While authorities said the excess mortality rate was due to "all causes", the period coincided with a stretch of extreme heatwaves in several French regions.

france24 · 22 days ago

Drug gang threats force French police to put southern mayor under protection The mayor of Alès in southern France was taken from his home at night by an elite police unit amid fears of an imminent attack by the countrys most dreaded drug gang, officials said Tuesday. Christophe Rivenq had previously received death threats linked to the DZ Mafia gang, which has grown out of its Marseille base to become one of Frances main security threats.

france24 · 22 days ago

Four juveniles to appear before Childrens Court after serious public order incident in Cavan The incident happened in Virginia and a garda spokesperson said that the investigation remains ongoing.

thejournal · 22 days ago

Footballers brother, two, dies after distraught parents find him unresponsive in Spanish holiday villa swimming pool Hartley Wareham, who was 28 months old, was on holiday with family and friends when the tragedy happened at the villa where they were staying.

dailymail · 22 days ago

Forensics discover remains of another 22 infants at Irish mother and baby house of horrors site where hundreds of corpses are feared buried The excavation team in Tuam, County Galway, which began its painstaking work in July last year, has recovered a total of 99 bodies.

dailymail · 22 days ago

Meloni condemns clashes with police sparked by death of Moroccan man during arrest The 42-year-old Moroccan-born business owner suffered from asthma and heart issues, his family said

independent · 22 days ago

Nolan Wells autopsy results raise new questions about teens death on July 4 boat trip in Mississippi The autopsy is part of an independent investigation into the circumstances of the teenagers disappearance

independent · 22 days ago

Explosive diarrhea cases hit record number as US experiences nearly four times annual total Michigan has seen the most infections, reporting 6,571 this week

independent · 22 days ago

Ebola death toll passes 1,000 in DR Congo and Uganda The number of deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo and Uganda has passed 1,000, according to WHO. A total of 999 people are confirmed dead in the DR Congo and two in Uganda, out of nearly 2,500 total confirmed cases. The outbreak is driven by the rare Bundibugyo variant, for which […]

cphpost · 22 days ago