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France sets new heat record on Wednesday June 24 with 30 °C national average
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Météo-France announced on Wednesday June 24 that France had experienced its hottest day on record. The national thermal indicator reached 30 °C, surpassing the previous day’s record. The heatwave continues across much of the country.
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Kenzo Kies, a 21-year-old player, died after drowning Monday in the Rhône near Lyon in a prohibited swimming area. Saint-Étienne and Guingamp clubs announced his death Wednesday evening.
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