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Record heatwaves kill more than 35,000 across Europe, toll expected to rise: Report

At least 35,000 excess deaths have happened across Europe during four record-breaking heatwaves this summer, according to a report by the Guardian. The actual toll is likely to be significantly higher, with August data still unavailable for several countries and heat-related deaths often taking weeks or months to formally identify.

The Times of India · Aug 25

Europe’s biggest gaming show eyes ‘Grand Theft’ boost

COLOGNE, Germany - Europe’s biggest video games show Gamescom opens its doors on Tuesday in Cologne with the industry hoping that the coming blockbuster “Grand Theft Auto VI” can provide a much-needed boost, as studios cut jobs amid fierce competition.

Bangkok Post · Aug 25

“This is going to be one hell of a bill”: Trivium and In Flames announce huge co-headline tour, Paleface Swiss and Vola supporting

The two bands will play across Europe and the UK from March to May

Metal Hammer · Aug 25

At least 35,000 excess deaths recorded in Europe’s back-to-back heatwaves

Figure only covers about half of continent and does not include August totals

The Guardian - UK · Aug 25

Japan plans tax break to shake up low-return businesses

Japan's government is considering tax breaks on non-core business sales. This move aims to accelerate corporate restructuring and industry consolidation efforts. The plan would defer corporate tax on sale gains if proceeds are reinvested. This initiative is modeled on Germany's successful tax reforms from the early 2000s. Such changes could…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Gold touches highest level since mid-May as buying momentum builds

Gold prices experienced an uptick on Tuesday, fueled by news of Treasury buybacks. The market's focus is now on significant U.S. inflation data and a forthcoming address from the Fed Chair. Analysts are eager for indications regarding interest rates and bond yields. Citi has upgraded its gold price projections, suggesting…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Mexico is turning corn waste and tortilla-making wastewater into building material; the strange recipe can even be 3D-printed

Every day, tortilla production creates a little-known waste stream called nejayote, the calcium-rich wastewater left behind when corn is soaked in an alkaline solution during nixtamalization. Mexican design studio Manufactura saw an opportunity in that waste, developing Corncretl, an experimental bio-based construction material that combines recycled nejayote derivatives and dried…

The Times of India · Aug 24

‘It’s excruciating’: Welcome to Bavaria’s unusual finger wrestling championship

Competitors put strength, technique and tough skin to the test at Germany’s finger wrestling championships in Bavaria. The traditional Alpine sport sees opponents hook their middle fingers into a leather loop and pull until one is dragged across the table.

Euronews · Aug 24

Meloni made migrant 'returns' popular in the EU. Now the policy is backfiring on her

Meloni championed irregular migrant “returns” in a hardline push to externalise EU borders. Now, more member states are asking Italy to take back migrants under the first-arrival principle.

Euronews · Aug 24

A secret cache of weapons was found near Berlin. Now, authorities say it was meant for attacks with links to Russian Intelligence: ‘High threat level’

What were they planning to do with them?

We Got This Covered · Aug 24