12 August 2026

Europeans, Braced for 5th Heat Wave of 2026, Have Had Enough

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Europeans, Braced for 5th Heat Wave of 2026, Have Had Enough

With temperatures set to soar as high as 109 degrees Fahrenheit (43 Celsius) this week, Europeans and tourists say that summer in Europe has lost its appeal.

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