A newly issued official public health report confirms nearly 10,000 heat-related fatalities in Germany during the initial seven months of 2026, marking the highest mortality toll since systematic tracking began in 2016. Weekly surveillance data published by the Robert Koch Institute indicates approximately 9,800 deaths linked to persistent high temperatures from early April through July 19. The federal public health agency, operating under the Federal Ministry of Health, noted that the total for this year already exceeds the full-year death figures recorded in any single year over the past decade.
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Spain sent Portugal out of the FIFA World Cup with a late 1-0 win, ending Ronaldo’s sixth tournament and long pursuit of the title.
Norway reached the FIFA World Cup last eight after a 2-1 win over Brazil, with Haaland scoring twice and Neymar netting late.
Australia exited the FIFA World Cup 2026 after Egypt won 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 Round of 32 draw in Arlington at Dallas Stadium.
Spain kept a clean sheet and advanced from the World Cup Round of 32 after goals by Oyarzabal and Porro ended Austria’s run in Los Angeles.
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