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Two early‑season heatwaves have broken June temperature records across western Europe, pushing many locations above 40°C, triggering red alerts, disrupting transport and power, and causing dozens of deaths in France and other countries. Scientists have said human‑caused warming has made this event far more likely and night‑time temperatures have remained unusually high.
Experts propose a revised view of Stonehenge's construction, suggesting wooden tracks in wetlands moved sarsen and bluestones, with mass feasting indicating more social display than efficiency. New visuals accompany Dr. Susan Greaney's claims that Stonehenge builders used wooden rail-like tracks, not rollers, and that a large workforce may have showcased power.
Archaeology at Marina El-Alamein and Dakhla Oasis reveals tombs, gold, and urban remains from Greco-Roman and Byzantine periods. Egypt positions new discoveries to bolster tourism, with sites showing daily life, commerce, and religious transition. Authorities report continued digs and public exhibition plans.
Celtic faces LASK in a two-legged Europa League play-off-style path for a place in the Champions League groups. First legs are scheduled for Aug. 18-19 with the return a week later. LASK won the Austrian Bundesliga last season and has a track record against Scottish sides; Celtic aims to advance after last season’s exit at this stage.
Benfica leads 6-0 at half-time, extending to a 6-1 final in the first leg, as Hearts are overwhelmed in Lisbon. Benfica dominates with early goals and set-pieces, leaving Hearts facing an uphill second leg in Edinburgh. Vrancken laments poor defending and calls for composure in the return.
Benfica have overwhelmed Hearts 6-1 in Lisbon, but Hearts forward momentum is the focus as the tie ends 7-2 on aggregate. The Edinburgh side now faces a Conference League route via Rapid Vienna while Benfica progress in Europe.