Capital and largest city of Croatia, on the Sava river
A continent-wide heatwave has intensified, with France, the Netherlands and Belgium reporting thousands of excess deaths as temperatures shatter records. Health systems are strained, and wildfires and droughts are spreading across southern Europe. Officials warn that climate change is driving more extreme heat, with record highs continuing into the coming days.
A star-studded controversy surrounds Armie Hammer’s comeback film Citizen Vigilante, directed by Uwe Boll. Musk’s free-release promotion has boosted its visibility, while critics question its violence and anti-immigrant rhetoric. The film has limited North American release with broader rights pending.
Volkswagen has signaled a major restructuring, with plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs as it faces tariff costs and competition from Chinese brands. Porsche SE reiterates support for management, stressing competitiveness as the company navigates a historic crossroads.
Waymo has expanded its Ojai robotaxi rollout, adding more U.S. markets and plans to accelerate fleet growth. The company is integrating its sixth‑generation self‑driving system with Zeekr’s Ojai platform, aiming to reduce cost and improve safety as deployments accelerate globally.