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Europe Endures Severe Heatwave, Facing Infrastructure and Crop Challenges
Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave, with record temperatures reported in several countries. The extreme heat has caused infrastructure issues like melting tram tracks and buckling roads, and has significantly impacted agricultural yields, leading to warnings of potential price increases for consumers. Research also suggests humans may be less tolerant of heat than previously understood.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (4): Al Jazeera English, National Herald, The Guardian, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (5 votes, 7 outlets): Deccan Chronicle, France 24, Hindustan (Hindi) · Hindustan Times (HT Media — 1 vote), NDTV, Navbharat Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote)
- Right (2): Aaj Tak, Firstpost