France has reported 40 drownings since Thursday as a severe heat wave drives people into rivers and other unsupervised waters. Record heat has disrupted schools, transportation, landmarks and labor across several European countries.
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France banned public drinking in red-alert heat zones and closed hundreds of schools as temperatures neared 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Spain, Italy, Britain and Germany also faced heat warnings, event cancellations and emergency measures.
King Charles III's state visit to France has been postponed due to the recent social unrest in Paris and other cities across France. The decision was taken by the British and French governments after trade unions called for a further day of nationwide strikes and demonstrations during the King’s visit. The protests are in response to Macron’s changes to the pension system, and the Elysee Palace has not yet announced when the King’s visit will be rescheduled.