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Prague Zoo used large amounts of ice to help its animals stay cool during a heat wave in Europe. Polar bears Aleut and Gregor especially enjoyed rolling on the ice to beat the heat, as temperatures reached over 38 degrees Celsius (100.4 degrees Fahrenheit).
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Prague Zoo provided tons of ice to animals during a European heat wave.
Polar bears Aleut and Gregor played and cooled down on ice in their outdoor area.
The zoo started using ice for animals two years ago due to climate change and more hot days.
The bears were born 16 years ago in Nuremberg, Germany, and have adapted to Europe’s climate.
This year’s first heat wave hit early, with record temperatures reaching 41.9°C (107.4°F) on June 28.
Other animals like otters, elephants, parrots, and gorillas have also received ice to help them stay cool.
Some animals stay in shaded or indoor areas and use pools to manage the heat.
The zoo plans to prepare ice earlier next year because of unpredictable weather patterns.
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Malaysia has started checking and documenting thousands of Myanmar nationals held in detention centers as part of a plan to send them back to Myanmar. Myanmar has agreed to accept up to 5,000 of its citizens currently in Malaysia and some in Bangladesh, but officials say this only includes verified Myanmar nationals, not specifically Rohingya refugees.
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Malaysia is screening about 4,000 Myanmar nationals in detention centers before moving them to a single site for security and paperwork.
Myanmar has agreed to accept 5,000 of its citizens from Malaysia and some from Bangladesh.
Malaysia hosts around 215,600 refugees and asylum seekers registered with the UN, including about 126,000 Rohingya.
Malaysia does not officially recognize refugees under the UN Refugee Convention and treats them as undocumented immigrants.
Myanmar does not recognize Rohingya as an official ethnic group, calling them Bengalis instead and saying they are not part of this repatriation.
Officials in Myanmar say the repatriation focuses only on confirmed Myanmar citizens, not Rohingya refugees.
Previous repatriations happened in 2021 and 2022, bringing over 1,100 Myanmar nationals back from Malaysia.
Coordination between Malaysia and Myanmar on numbers and timing of repatriation is still ongoing.
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More than 1,500 people have died in the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, with over 3,400 cases reported since it began in May 2026. The outbreak is mainly in Ituri province and is linked to the Bundibugyo virus, which currently has no approved vaccine or treatment.
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The Ebola outbreak started on May 15, 2026, and has caused 1,521 deaths out of 3,442 cases as of late July.
About 797 patients are currently isolated or hospitalized, and 615 people have recovered.
Contact tracing is only at 78%, below the 95% target needed to control the spread.
Violence, armed conflict, and illegal mining in the region disrupt response efforts and make tracing contacts harder.
The outbreak mainly affects Ituri province but has spread to five other provinces, including Kisangani, one of Congo’s largest cities.
This outbreak is faster and deadlier than the 2014-2016 Ebola epidemic in West Africa.
The World Health Organization says global spread risks are low due to Ebola spreading through direct contact with bodily fluids, not through the air.
Attacks on health facilities and misinformation about Ebola are blocking health workers and causing some aid groups to withdraw temporarily.
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Four people died while trying to cross the English Channel in small boats, according to French officials. One man died when a boat capsized near France’s northern coast, and three others were found dead on another boat launched from Dunkirk.
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A man in his 30s or 40s died after a boat capsized near Hardelot on Wednesday night.
A one-year-old child and six others were injured in the capsizing incident.
Three people were found dead on a small boat near Dunkirk on Thursday morning.
Hundreds of people crossed the Channel into the UK on Wednesday despite these dangers.
Between January and mid-July 2026, over 12,000 people crossed the Channel by small boat.
Small boats have become the most common way for people to enter the UK illegally since 2020.
Many who arrive by small boat claim asylum, which allows them to stay while their claims are processed.
At least 84 people died trying to cross the Channel in 2024, highlighting the high risks of these journeys.
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A large wildfire broke out at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk, England, causing thick smoke and flames. Firefighters worked through the night to control the fire, and some homes and a caravan park were evacuated for safety.
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The fire started on Wednesday afternoon at Dunwich Heath near Leiston in Suffolk.
Around 90 firefighters from Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service fought the blaze.
Thick smoke plumes were visible at the scene.
A major incident was declared due to the severity of the fire.
Overnight evacuations included several homes and a caravan park.
Authorities asked people to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed.
The fire occurred on heathland, a type of open, uncultivated land with shrubs.
Updates about the incident were shared on local social media and news outlets.
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Researchers and policymakers are increasingly studying how food choices affect the environment and health. Food production, especially livestock farming, contributes significantly to climate change, and better eating habits combined with improved farming and less food waste can help address these challenges.
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Food systems are now a major focus in climate change discussions alongside energy and industry.
Livestock farming produces a large share of the greenhouse gases that cause global warming.
Healthier diets and more efficient farming can improve both climate and public health.
The 2026 Global Nutrition Report calls for linking food, health, and nutrition policies.
Climate Diet is a nonprofit that educates people about how food impacts the environment and health.
Food connects many areas: agriculture, land use, water, nutrition, and climate.
Everyday food choices are seen as practical actions to support environmental sustainability.
Public interest is growing in easy lifestyle changes that help the climate without major costs.
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David Cifaldi injured himself when a trekking pole pierced his side near the top of Montana's highest mountain, Granite Peak. Instead of waiting for rescue, he and his two friends hiked about 10 miles down the mountain to get help, and he later received medical treatment at a hospital.
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David Cifaldi was climbing Granite Peak, Montana’s tallest mountain at 12,800 feet.
He accidentally fell and a steel-tipped trekking pole went through his side but missed vital organs.
Cifaldi works as a nurse specializing in wound care and assessed his injury on the spot.
The group used a satellite device to notify local authorities but decided to self-rescue.
They hiked for over six hours, covering about 10 miles and descending 5,000 feet.
Search and rescue teams monitored their progress but did not intervene as Cifaldi chose to hike out.
After reaching the trailhead, Cifaldi went to the hospital, where doctors removed the pole.
Cifaldi returned to work shortly after receiving treatment.
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Israeli air strikes have killed at least four people, including children, in the Gaza Strip despite a ceasefire agreement. The attacks have injured dozens and damaged homes, while talks continue between Hamas and mediators to implement the ceasefire.
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At least four people, including a man, an eight-year-old child, and an 18-month-old baby, were killed in recent Israeli strikes in Gaza.
Dozens of people were injured, and homes of displaced families were damaged in the attacks.
The attacks targeted areas including Khan Younis, Bureij refugee camp, and Gaza City.
Over 1.2 million people in Gaza have lost their homes due to an ongoing siege.
Ceasefire talks involving Hamas, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey are stalled mainly due to disputes about Israeli withdrawal and Hamas disarmament.
Hamas seeks amendments to protect government employees’ rights and wants to manage its weapons through a Palestinian body.
Israel has restricted humanitarian aid supplies despite a ceasefire agreement requiring daily aid deliveries.
Since October 7, 2023, more than 73,000 Palestinians have been killed and over 174,000 wounded in the conflict.
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Ordinary people who watch the World Cup or fly on planes help pay for the pollution caused by private jets. Private jets produce a lot of pollution, but their costs are partly covered by public money.
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Private jets pollute the air more than regular commercial flights.
Fans attending the World Cup indirectly support private jet pollution.
The flying public also helps pay for the pollution from private jets.
The pollution costs from private jets are subsidized by taxpayers.
Private jets serve a wealthy, high-flying class of people.
This leads to concerns about fairness and environmental impact.
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US government borrowing costs have hit their highest level since 2007 after the Federal Reserve decided not to raise interest rates, raising concerns about inflation and the economy. Meanwhile, the US military has resumed strikes on Iranian targets after Iran attacked US forces in Jordan, increasing tension in the Middle East.
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US borrowing costs reached their highest point since 2007 after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady.
The Fed chair, Kevin Warsh, said the bank remains committed to controlling inflation.
Inflation in the US cooled to 3.5% in June but fears remain due to renewed conflict with Iran.
US stocks fell sharply, with major indexes like the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq dropping significantly.
The US military launched strikes on Iranian Revolutionary Guard targets after Iran attacked US forces in Jordan.
The strikes followed a pause in violence but risk escalating the conflict in the region.
US partnered with Saudi Arabia to attack Iran-backed militias in Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters and six Iranian advisers.
Oil prices rose sharply, with Brent crude increasing by 7.3% to more than $88 a barrel.
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In Spain's Galicia region, native animals like goats, sheep, and cows are being used to eat dry plants that can catch fire easily. This helps reduce the chances of wildfires, especially after a very bad fire season in 2025 that burned a large area of land.
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Galicia, a region in Spain, uses native livestock to lower wildfire risks by grazing on dry plants.
In 2025, wildfires damaged about 119,000 hectares, roughly twice the size of Madrid.
The animals involved include the Cachena, a native breed that moves well in mountainous areas.
Grazing reduces the amount of flammable undergrowth that can fuel fires.
The approach is part of efforts to protect local communities from wildfires.
This method is gaining popularity following a severe wildfire season.
The region hopes this will improve safety and prevent future large fires.
Native livestock help manage vegetation naturally, reducing fire risks without chemicals or machines.
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The UK has seen a rise in cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection caused by a parasite called cyclospora, mostly among travelers returning from Mexico. The illness causes severe watery diarrhea and other stomach problems, and similar outbreaks have affected thousands of people in the US.
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Since April, 67 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported in the UK.
Most affected travelers visited Mexico, especially the Riviera Maya and Cancún resort areas.
The parasite contaminates food such as salads, herbs, soft fruits, and does not spread directly from person to person.
Symptoms include explosive watery diarrhea, stomach pain, bloating, nausea, and fatigue.
The illness can last a while, but severe cases are treated with antibiotics.
More cases are expected as summer travel to Mexico and the US increases.
People are advised to drink bottled water and eat fully cooked food while traveling.
Travelers with symptoms after returning should see a doctor and mention their travel history.
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A new study with over 45,000 participants found that changes in a brain structure called the choroid plexus are linked to the risk of developing dementia in the future. Researchers discovered that larger choroid plexus size and lower MRI signal intensity might indicate higher dementia risk, but these changes do not alone predict the disease.
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The choroid plexus helps produce cerebrospinal fluid and keeps the brain's environment stable.
Researchers studied brain MRI scans and health data from more than 45,000 middle-aged adults.
Older people tended to have a bigger choroid plexus and lower MRI signal intensity in that area.
Larger choroid plexus volume was associated with a higher chance of developing dementia later.
Higher choroid plexus signal intensity was linked to a lower dementia risk.
These brain changes might be part of broader brain aging and memory-related changes.
Current tools detect dementia after symptoms or damage appear, but this research aims to identify risk earlier.
The study does not provide a standalone test to predict dementia but highlights a new possible risk marker.
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An Australian library in Kiama received a book called Antiquities of Athens that was about 150 years late. The book was found behind a wall during a home renovation and returned to the library, which first opened in 1872.
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The book, Antiquities of Athens, was published in 1858.
It was returned to the Kiama public library in Australia after being lost for an estimated 150 years.
The book was found inside a tea crate sealed in a fireplace during a home renovation.
The book had some water damage but was part of the library’s original collection of around 1,000 books.
The library’s overdue fee from the 1870s would have been about A$28,000 (US$19,500) today.
The library lost the record of who last borrowed the book, so they cannot identify the borrower or collect the fine.
Under old library rules, people could not borrow more books until overdue ones were returned and fines paid.
The library plans to keep the book in its local history collection and not lend it out again.
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Actors Zendaya and Tom Holland first met in 2016 while filming the first Spider-Man movie together. Over the years, they appeared in four Spider-Man films as co-stars and confirmed their marriage in 2026. They have balanced their public careers with a private life and continue working together on new projects.
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Zendaya and Tom Holland met in 2016 on the set of Spider-Man: Homecoming.
They played high school classmates Peter Parker and MJ in the Spider-Man films.
They denied dating rumors early on, saying they were close friends.
The couple appeared together in Spider-Man films in 2017, 2019, 2021, and 2026.
In 2021, photos of them embracing sparked fan excitement online.
Tom Holland confirmed their marriage in June 2026 after years of speculation.
They attend events together but keep much of their personal life private.
They also act together in another movie called The Odyssey.
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Heavy monsoon rains caused the roof of a multistory house in Lahore, Pakistan to collapse, killing at least nine family members and injuring others. The rains have led to over 100 deaths this season, and officials link the increased rainfall to climate change.
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A house roof collapsed in Lahore due to heavy monsoon rains on July 29, 2026.
At least nine people from three families died, and several others were injured.
Rescue efforts lasted about 24 hours to recover victims from the rubble.
Residents said poor building maintenance and ongoing rain weakened the structure.
Pakistan has experienced more rainfall than usual in recent years, partly due to climate change.
The country produces less than 1% of global greenhouse gases but is very vulnerable to climate effects.
Over 100 people have died in rain-related accidents since late June 2026.
Authorities warn similar extreme weather events like the 2022 floods could happen again.
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French authorities reported that four people died in two separate attempts to cross the English Channel on small boats. One incident near Dunkirk resulted in three deaths, and another near Hardelot left one man dead and six others injured.
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Four people died trying to cross the English Channel on small boats.
Three people were found dead near Dunkirk early Thursday morning.
Rescue teams recovered the three from the boat and confirmed their deaths onshore.
Another small boat capsized near Hardelot late Wednesday.
One man, estimated to be 30-40 years old, died in the capsizing.
Six others, including a one-year-old child, were injured but received emergency care.
A judicial investigation has started to find out what caused the capsizing.
The incidents highlight the dangers faced by migrants trying to cross the Channel.
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Daniel Kinahan, suspected leader of the Kinahan crime gang, was arrested in Dubai and is set to be sent back to Ireland soon. Irish police and authorities are preparing a large security operation for his arrival and plan to charge him with leading an organized crime group.
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Daniel Kinahan was arrested in Dubai under an Irish court warrant from April.
He has tried to stop being sent to Ireland, but his appeals failed.
The United Arab Emirates will soon officially send him to Ireland.
Irish police and Defence Forces will work together for his security during transfer.
The US government sanctioned Kinahan and his family in 2022, linking them to the Kinahan cartel.
Kinahan’s past includes connections to boxing through the company MTK Global.
He faces charges in Ireland related to organizing and leading criminal activities.
Kinahan’s gang is involved in a violent feud that has caused 18 deaths over the years.
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Three migrants were found dead on a small boat near Dunkirk after attempting to cross the English Channel to the UK. Rescue teams brought the unresponsive people to shore, but paramedics confirmed they had died.
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Three people died on a small boat trying to reach the UK.
The boat was spotted off the coast of Dunkirk early Thursday morning.
Rescue crews found the people unresponsive and took them to shore.
Paramedics confirmed the three individuals had died.
Wednesday had one of the busiest days for Channel crossings this year.
Weather was hot and sunny with calm seas on that day.
The French coastguard reported the incident.
UK official Andy Burnham said the government’s plan to reduce crossings is working but needs improvement.
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