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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1682, Jean Picard, French priest and astronomer (born 1620) passed away. In 1789, In response to the dismissal of the French finance minister Jacques Necker, the radical journalist Camille Desmoulins gives a speech which results in the storming of the Bastille two days later. In 1813, Claude Bernard, French physiologist and academic (died 1878) was born. In 1927, Harley Hotchkiss, Canadian businessman (died 2011) was born. In 1959, David Brown, Australian meteorologist was born. In 1967, Riots begin in Newark, New Jersey. In 1969, Anne-Sophie Pic, French chef was born. In 1997, François Furet, French historian and author (born 1927) passed away. In 1998, The Ulster Volunteer Force attacked a house in Ballymoney, County Antrim, Northern Ireland with a petrol bomb, killing the Quinn brothers. In 2013, Six people are killed and 200 injured in a French passenger train derailment in Brétigny-sur-Orge. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Heatwave fuels frustration in Paris's northern suburbs: 'If they'd just given us shutters, we wouldn't be suffering like this'

Le Monde

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June 26, 2026

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Heatwave fuels frustration in Paris's northern suburbs: 'If they'd just given us shutters, we wouldn't be suffering like this'

Over the past week, daily life in two large concrete housing complexes in Seine-Saint-Denis has changed dramatically due to extreme heat. Residents share their struggles and anger as they try to help each other cope.

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How other outlets are covering this story

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RTÉ News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Air-con agitation as France braces for fresh heatwave

Parisian residents were scrambling to get their hands on bargain air-cooling units before the next heatwave hits the French capital while firefighters were battling to bring a wildfire in the Aude region of southern France under control.

South China Morning Post

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· Jun 27, 2026

French heatwave packs hotels as city dwellers struggle to sleep

As France sweltered under one of the worst heatwaves ever recorded this week, city dwellers scrambled for any escape they could find, with many checking into hotels to benefit from air conditioning and access to pools. Temperatures in Paris hit a June record of 40.9 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, a day after France recorded its hottest day since records ‌began nearly 80 years ago. But few private flats in the country have air conditioning, particularly those in the densely populated capital....

CNN

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· Jun 22, 2026

Parisians cope with intense heat wave

Parisians are doing what they can to stay cool as residents in France try to cope with the blistering heat. CNN's Melissa Bell reports from Paris.

Reuters

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· Jun 24, 2026

Here's a look at temperatures across Europe during heatwave

Europe is sweltering under a heatwave, with temperatures averaging 5.5°F above normal and cities such as Paris and Madrid topping 100°F. The heat, driven by an omega block, has been linked to more than 40 deaths in France. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #europe #heatwave Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4eH4RRY 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

teleSUR English

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· Jun 30, 2026

Heatwave Scorches France’s Public Finances

At the heatwave-related crisis root lies a chronic shortfall in public investment. Paris sweltered under temperatures nearing 40 degrees Celsius in the past week, as red alerts for extreme heat blanketed most of France. Even after sunset, the capital has found little respite, with night temperatures staying punishingly close to 30 degrees. RELATED: W.H.O. Reports []

Korea Times News

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· Jun 23, 2026

Scorching heat shuts Paris landmarks early as France swelters

Scorching heat shuts Paris landmarks early as France swelters

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Related coverage for "Heatwave fuels frustration in Paris's northern suburbs: 'If they'd just given us shutters, we wouldn't be suffering like this'": RTÉ News — Air-con agitation as France braces for fresh heatwave. South China Morning Post — French heatwave packs hotels as city dwellers struggle to sleep. CNN — Parisians cope with intense heat wave. Reuters — Here's a look at temperatures across Europe during heatwave. teleSUR English — Heatwave Scorches France’s Public Finances. Korea Times News — Scorching heat shuts Paris landmarks early as France swelters