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Heatwave hits more than half of France’s population

This is France’s second heatwave in 2026, although astronomical summer does not begin until June 21.

1 report1 sourceJun 19, 2026, 1:25 PM

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Heatwave hits more than half of France’s population

This is France’s second heatwave in 2026, although astronomical summer does not begin until June 21.

EuronewsJun 19, 2026, 4:26 PM

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Heatwave nears 40C in France, forcing tourists to change routines

France is enduring a widespread heatwave, with temperatures nearing 40C in parts of the country and forcing tourists and residents to change their routines.

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EuronewsJun 19, 2026, 8:58 AM

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Farms, schools, rail and health services under strain as heatwave grips France

With temperatures set to soar as high as 40°C in the coming days, many workers are already changing their routines to adapt to the imminent challenges. In Bordeaux’s vineyards, the working day now starts before dawn as…

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ABC NewsJun 19, 2026, 4:04 PM

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Reflecting Pool renovations to cost more than $16 million

The cost to repaint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has ballooned to more than $14.65 million – exceeding the original estimated cost by more than $4 million. Grouped from 4 articles across 3 sources.

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Al JazeeraJun 19, 2026, 3:05 PM

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