record heatwave

A period of exceptionally high temperatures that is breaking historical records, occurring in various regions including Asia and Europe, and causing significant impacts on energy demand and public health.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news now due to its severity, causing record-breaking temperatures, energy crises, and health risks in multiple countries.

Latest on record heatwave

• As record heatwave hits Asia, fears of energy crisis and health risks mount
• Record heatwave in South Korea as temperatures soar to 42.5C
• South Korean pool-goer makes waves online in pink swimsuit amid record heatwave
• Record heatwave spreads across Korean peninsula, prompting emergency response
• Surging demand for Chinese air-conditioners amid record heatwave in Europe
• South Korea and North Korea are experiencing a record heatwave, with temperatures reaching unprecedented levels across the Korean peninsula.

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