‘What on Earth?’ The weekly roundup

Germany may be heading for a new heat record at 42 degrees Celsius. But critics have pointed out that the country is not adequately prepared to protect citizens from the heat. With the federal government taking a back...

Europe is breaking heat records – and paying a deadly price. As temperatures rise, more people are struggling to cope, with heat putting growing pressure on bodies, cities and health systems. New York Times...

Ukraine has launched a wave of drone strikes as part of a 40-day push to force Moscow into talks to end the war. On Friday, Kyiv’s forces launched over 600 drones at targets across Russia. DW News asked Ben...