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Two crew killed as firefighting helicopters collide in Greece

Two crew killed as firefighting helicopters collide in Greece

The mid-air collision occurred as crews battled wildfires on the Attica-Boeotia border amid gale-force winds. The aircraft were leased from Australia-based McDermott Aviation.

World ·3 Aug 2026, 03:20 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read
George and Amal Clooney Evacuate French Home Amid Wildfires

George and Amal Clooney Evacuate French Home Amid Wildfires

George and Amal Clooney evacuated their property in France as fast-moving wildfires threaten the region amid a severe environmental crisis.

Entertainment ·30 Jul 2026, 17:09 ·Iris Kane 3 min read
France and Spain battle wildfires threatening Bordeaux and mass evacuations

France and Spain battle wildfires threatening Bordeaux and mass evacuations

Destructive wildfires driven by intense summer heat are advancing toward Bordeaux and ravaging regions across France and Spain, prompting mass evacuations.

News ·27 Jul 2026, 01:33 ·Mara Ionescu 5 min read
France and Spain battle wildfires as more than 250,000 people are forced to flee homes

France and Spain battle wildfires as more than 250,000 people are forced to flee homes

Catastrophic wildfires ravaging southwestern France and central Spain have forced over 250,000 people to flee amid record-shattering temperatures and early heat waves.

News ·26 Jul 2026, 03:32 ·Mara Ionescu 3 min read
Spain and France Evacuate 200,000 People Due to Severe Wildfires

Spain and France Evacuate 200,000 People Due to Severe Wildfires

Massive wildfires in southwestern France and central Spain have forced the emergency evacuation of approximately 200,000 residents and tourists amid extreme heat.

World ·25 Jul 2026, 11:31 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read
Wildfires: More than 200,000 people flee or lock down as blazes sweep France and Spain

Wildfires: More than 200,000 people flee or lock down as blazes sweep France and Spain

Massive wildfires across France and Spain have forced hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate or lock down as national emergency declarations are issued.

World ·25 Jul 2026, 10:34 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Trump threatens to increase tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke

Trump threatens to increase tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke

President Trump is threatening to increase tariffs on Canadian goods, citing the country's handling of hundreds of wildfires currently polluting U.S. air. The move has triggered significant diplomatic tension and legislative threats from U.S. lawmakers.

Entertainment ·17 Jul 2026, 22:37 ·Iris Kane 3 min read
Western Europe records hottest June on record as heatwaves hit continent

Western Europe records hottest June on record as heatwaves hit continent

Western Europe experienced its hottest June in history as intense heatwaves and heat domes shattered records, leading to significant health and environmental impacts. Scientists point to global warming as the primary driver behind these extreme conditions.

World ·9 Jul 2026, 11:31 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Wildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke

Wildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke

Emergency crews are battling wildfires across Southern Europe, with Greek authorities issuing air quality warnings as fires threaten urban centers. International reinforcements have been deployed to support containment efforts in Portugal and Spain amid concerns over negligence.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 01:34 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
NASA PACE satellite tracks wildfire smoke and vegetation health

NASA PACE satellite tracks wildfire smoke and vegetation health

Originally designed for ocean observation, NASA's PACE satellite is providing new insights into terrestrial fire tracking and atmospheric smoke plumes. The mission uses hyperspectral instruments to assess vegetation stress and map burn scars.

Science ·26 Jun 2026, 22:48 ·Niko Vale 3 min read