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How extreme heat has become Europe’s new climate reality
Extreme heat has stifled Europe. The heatwave, which began in late June, has affected thousands of people across the continent, bringing record-breaking temperatures and unbearable conditions. So far, eight people, including a young child, have...

'Violent weather phenomena' storming off Ireland as Met Eireann raise alert
A potentially violent extreme weather event is due off Ireland in the coming days. Weather experts are warning of a continuing heatwave reaching record highs once again after hazard heat baked central and eastern Europe. SuperChris90, a popular...

Europe’s Heatwaves and Drought Are Demanding Urgent Global Climate Action
Extreme heat and worsening drought conditions are gripping large parts of Europe, fueling wildfires and prompting urgent weather alerts across multiple countries. RELATED: Glacier Collapse Buries Swiss Village That Voted Against Climate Change...

Could climate change affect the taste of gin?
Juniper berries are grown in a number of regions around the world, including Europe, Asia and North America. There are several varieties of juniper plant, which is a species of conifer, usually found as an evergreen shrub or small tree. It is the...

Bosnia and Herzegovina, the faces of the Drina
The bridge on the Drina in Višegrad, Bosnia and Herzegovina (photo G. Vale) Known for its presence in famous novels, such as that of Nobel Prize winner Ivo Andrić, and remembered for the war crimes perpetrated on its banks: the Drina is certainly...
Company Launches First Wind Energy Project in Bosnia & Hercegovina
“This is a major step toward the country’s clean energy future,” the company said in a press release. The event brought together external partners, international colleagues and local representatives to celebrate this important milestone. The...

Toxic fire at illegal Sarajevo landfill raises health concerns
The fire, burning from within layers of plastic and medical waste, is proving nearly impossible to extinguish quickly. Authorities say it could take several days to put out. Air pollution levels have surged, with PM10 and PM2.5 particles far above...

Conference Marking 30th Anniversary of Srebrenica Genocide Begins in Sarajevo
As part of the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, a three-day international scientific conference entitled “Srebrenica – 30 Years After: Memory, Responsibility and the Challenges of Denial” is starting in Sarajevo....

Manitoulin hospital welcomes Sudbury doc as new chief of staff
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Military veteran Steven Daniel graduated from Northern med school 20 years ago Steven Daniel was photographed in 2017 — the same year he began his first medical practice — for an exhibition developed by the...

On Sustainable Population Growth: Human Values
“Population growth can exacerbate environmental degradation when it increases pressure on natural resources and generates more waste and emissions. Sustainable development requires policies that balance population trends with economic growth,...

Heavy air pollution in Sarajevo after landfill fire, health warnings issued
Health warnings have been issued, particularly for people with chronic respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, those prone to severe allergic reactions, the elderly, pregnant women, and young children. These vulnerable groups are strongly...

UPDATE: Bosnian man cleared of torture charges to appear in court for plea deal hearing
UPDATE: A Bosnian man who was cleared of torture charges will be back in federal court for a plea deal over a pending charge of passport fraud. Court records filed on June 17 show that 53-year-old Sead Miljković has agreed to plead guilty to one...

Extreme Heatwaves Underscore Climate Urgency
Over the past few weeks, heatwaves have hit several regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including parts of North America, Europe, and eastern Asia. RELATED: Glacier Collapse Buries Swiss Village That Voted Against Climate Change Policies As the...

EBRD and EU finance renovation of Sarajevo water supply network
Work on Sarajevo’s water distribution network, which is being financed with a €25 million loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), has received an additional boost from a €3.8 million European Union (EU) investment...
Extreme heatwaves underscore climate urgency, demand action
A man jumps into a pond of Hampstead Heath in London, Britain, on June 20, 2025. Britain recorded its hottest day of the year on Thursday as an amber heat health alert was issued across England. (Xinhua) Scientists have widely agreed that the...

Sarajevo Functional Urban Area finalises Climate City Contract in Partnership with EU
On Wednesday, 25 June 2025, the final event of the project “Technical Assistance to the Net Zero Mission for the Sarajevo Functional Urban Area” took place, marking the completion of the Climate City Contract for the Sarajevo Functional Urban...

News Analysis: Extreme heatwaves underscore climate urgency, demand action
LONDON, June 29 (Xinhua) -- Over the past few weeks, heatwaves have hit several regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including parts of North America, Europe, and eastern Asia. As the Northern Hemisphere endures a summer of unprecedented heat,...

Climate change is coming for your G&T! Global warming could change the taste of gin, scientists warn
If there's one thing the Brits take seriously, it's their gin and tonic. It requires a precise blend of the spirit, mixer, lime wedge and – of course – ice. But the subtle fusion of flavours is at risk, experts have warned - with climate change to...

Trebinje Sets an Example: One of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Cleanest Cities
Few cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina can truly pride themselves on maintaining clean and well-kept streets – but Trebinje, nestled in the south of Herzegovina, certainly can. This picturesque city, known for its rich history and natural beauty, is...

Bosnia’s Republika Srpska mulls setting up reserve police force
The government of Bosnia & Herzegovina’s Republika Srpska has adopted a bill establishing a reserve police force, claiming it aims to raise the security level in the entity, particularly in emergency situations caused by humanitarian crises. The...