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Kylian Mbappé sustained an ankle injury during France's 3-0 win over Azerbaijan, ruling him out of the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Iceland. The injury follows a recent knock to the same ankle, and he will return to Real Madrid for treatment. France remains unbeaten in qualifiers.
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In October 2025, three cold-resistant Culiseta annulata mosquitoes were confirmed near Reykjavik, marking Iceland's first wild mosquito presence. Scientists suspect introduction via ships or cargo. While not disease carriers, their arrival signals ecological shifts amid rapid warming. Meanwhile, disease-carrying Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are spreading in California, raising public health concerns.
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Recent studies warn that climate change could cause the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) to collapse within decades. This could trigger a new ice age in Europe, raise sea levels, and disrupt global weather patterns, with Iceland declaring it a national security threat.
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European broadcasters are divided over Israel's participation in Eurovision 2026 amid tensions over Gaza. Several countries threaten to boycott if Israel competes, citing concerns over political interference and Gaza's humanitarian crisis. The EBU plans rule changes to prevent voting manipulation, with a vote on Israel's inclusion imminent.
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Several countries including Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Iceland have announced their withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 due to disagreements over Israel's participation. The EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete despite political tensions has sparked protests and boycotts, with some broadcasters citing disunity and insufficient reforms. The final list of participants will be announced before Christmas.