A northeastern Italian port city between the Adriatic and Slovenia
Europe endures a blistering heat wave with temperatures above 40C in several countries. Italy places all 27 major cities on red heat alerts; authorities extend evening hours at Rome’s Colosseum and Pantheon and open cooling measures. Wildfires, drought and energy stress accompany the heat, prompting precautions for residents and visitors.
A global heat wave trend persists into August 2026. July saw record or near-record sea surface and air temperatures across Europe and globally. Scientists warn that accelerating warming and a strong El Niño are increasing the odds that 2026 will be the hottest year on record.
Dockworkers’ unions across 22 countries are coordinating a day of action to demand an end to wars in the Middle East and to protest the militarization of ports. The strike could disrupt ports in Europe, the Mediterranean, and beyond, while officials warn the disruption may be limited to certain cargo and regions.