Venezuela earthquake death toll tops 900 as hundreds remain trapped
The death toll from the earthquake in Venezuela has surpassed 900, with hundreds of people still trapped under rubble as search operations intensify. Frustration has grown among residents of the hardest-hit areas over the uneven pace of relief efforts reaching them. Authorities are pressing to accelerate rescue operations across the affected zones.
More women are looking for health-tracking devices that resemble jewellery rather than sports gadgets. Slim bracelets without large screens or rubber straps are appearing on the market, monitoring heart rate without clashing with everyday outfits. It reflects growing demand for technology discreetly integrated into fashion.
Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 at the World Cup. Romelu Lukaku scored in the match, breaking a 24-year-old record previously held by Marc Wilmots. The nature of the specific record was not detailed in the source text.
A dangerous European heatwave is slowly moving eastward, giving France partial relief — by Saturday, fewer than half of French departments remained on maximum alert, down from two-thirds the day before. The Paris region activated an emergency hospital plan, while authorities banned evening alcohol sales and public drinking. The French government is facing criticism over its long-term response to climate-driven heatwaves, including a lack of air conditioning in hospitals and care homes.
The heatwave that has gripped Europe for days is slowly shifting eastward, bringing some relief to France, where fewer than half of the country's departments remain on maximum alert as of Saturday, down from two-thirds the previous day. However, healthcare services continue to face intense pressure, prompting the Paris region to activate an emergency hospital plan, while authorities have banned evening alcohol sales and public drinking and postponed or cancelled numerous events. Despite the easing conditions, the French government continues to face criticism over its long-term response to climate change-driven heatwaves, with school closures and a lack of air conditioning in hospitals and retirement homes highlighting ongoing concerns. Peter O'Brien reports.
Poland's sanitary inspectorate (Sanepid), via the gov.pl portal, reminds the public that the body loses water and electrolytes faster during heatwaves, making diet as important as fluid intake. It recommends light meals rich in vegetables and fruits with high water content. Alcohol, heavy foods and excess caffeine should be avoided as they accelerate dehydration.
On Saturday, Orlen cut its wholesale price of Eurosuper 95 petrol by PLN 15/m³ and Super Plus 98 by PLN 20/m³, while raising the wholesale price of Ekodiesel by PLN 13/m³. The previous day, Friday, all three fuels had risen in wholesale pricing. The changes may feed through to retail pump prices in the coming days.
Szczerbiec is the only surviving Polish medieval coronation insignia and is considered by many experts to be the most beautiful ceremonial sword in existence. It was used at the coronations of Polish kings for centuries. The hilt bears a mysterious Hebrew inscription that remains the subject of scholarly debate, with no universally accepted interpretation to date.
Cartoonist and satirist Henryk Sawka appeared at TVN24's 25th anniversary celebrations in Szczecin, part of the channel's "Jesteśmy stąd" tour. Sawka reflected on his work with TVN24 and said that everyone practises politics, even in small everyday matters.
June 2025 was Europe's hottest June on record, exposing the failure of successive governments to prepare for extreme heat. Scientists say climate change is now having a severe impact on daily life across the continent. Experts are calling for urgent adaptation measures.
Lenovo's CFO has spoken about how the company is allocating capital amid a massive surge in demand for AI servers. Lenovo is riding one of the biggest investment booms in tech history, expanding its server infrastructure to meet growing AI needs.
Mohamed Salah left Egypt's World Cup 2026 group stage match against Iran (1-1) before the final whistle due to an injury. Coach Hossam Hassan sought to reassure fans ahead of the last-16 fixture. The nature of the injury and Salah's recovery timeline were not specified in the source.
At least 920 people have been confirmed dead and more than 51,000 are reported missing after two earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday. Rescue teams are racing against time as the critical 72-hour survival window nears its end. Authorities warn the final death toll is expected to be far higher given the scale of the disaster.
Fashion flip-flops are trending as a city wardrobe staple thanks to slimmer silhouettes, better materials and minimalist finishes. The most popular styles are simple, black or chocolate-brown, with a leather strap and a slightly contoured sole. Scandinavian women are pairing them with satin skirts, white T-shirts and relaxed blazers.
Health experts are reminding summer travellers of the risks posed by infectious diseases including Ebola, hantavirus and malaria. Globalisation and mass tourism have accelerated the spread of viruses across regions. Travellers are advised to check recommended vaccinations and precautions before departure.
Disciplinary dismissal is the most serious consequence of breaching employment duties in Poland. Employers may only use it in situations strictly defined by the Labour Code — including serious violation of basic duties, committing a crime that prevents continued employment, or loss of required qualifications through the employee's own fault. An employee dismissed in this way loses entitlements such as severance pay.
LunAres is a lunar-Mars analogue habitat in Poland, created by the Space is More team after winning ESA's Moon Challenge in 2015. The facility allows crew members to be fully cut off from the outside world, simulating conditions of long space missions. Research conducted there helps develop procedures and address psychological challenges before real missions take place.
Agnieszka Żulewska, known from Netflix series "Chemia" and "Wielka woda" ("High Water"), has admitted in an interview that her career is currently at a standstill. The actress said openly: "I'm a hard-working person. I can do a lot of things. I can clean. Feel free to get in touch." Her comments highlight the precarious situation facing many Polish actors despite appearing in high-profile streaming productions.
When temperatures climb above 30°C and air conditioning stays at home, portable mini fans are becoming a go-to solution. Modern models are compact enough to fit in a pocket or backpack, and their performance has improved significantly compared to cheap gadgets of years past. The piece looks at currently available models on the market.
PRES Grupa Deweloperska Toruń dominated Krono-Plast Włókniarz Częstochowa in a Polish speedway league match. The visitors, heavy underdogs on the Polish champion's home track, managed just 23 points. Three Toruń riders went through the entire meeting unbeaten, highlighting the home team's complete control.
Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors announced the signing of an agreement on Friday, described as a step toward peace after months of cross-border conflict between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. The deal represents a potential breakthrough in efforts to ease tensions. Specific terms of the agreement were not detailed in the source.
A beauty editor tested dozens of nail-strengthening products and selected the 12 best formulas. The treatments contain keratin, biotin, proteins and nourishing oils to reduce brittleness and splitting. They are suited for nails damaged by acrylics or gel manicures as well as naturally fragile nails.
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