Yaakov Agam’s legacy in kinetic art remembered after his death at 98

Yaakov Agam, the Israeli-born artist widely regarded as one of the founding figures of kinetic and optical art, has died at the age of 98, marking the end of a career that helped reshape the boundaries of modern visual expression. His death was announced on Sunday by officials in his hometown of Rishon LeZion, who paid tribute to him as one......

Ouigo passengers forced to walk final stretch of journey after train breakdown during heatwave

Hundreds of passengers traveling from Paris to Toulouse faced an unexpected ordeal on Saturday when their Ouigo train broke down less than a kilometer from its final destination, forcing travelers to complete the last part of their journey on foot in temperatures approaching 35°C. The train had departed from Paris-Montparnasse in the......

Why alcohol and extreme heat make a dangerous combination

As temperatures rise during heatwaves, health authorities increasingly warn against alcohol consumption, highlighting the serious risks created when alcohol and extreme heat are combined. Alcohol is often mistakenly perceived as refreshing in hot weather, especially during social gatherings or outdoor events. However, medical experts explain......

French railways boss urges vulnerable passengers to avoid trains during heatwave

French rail operator SNCF has advised vulnerable passengers to avoid train travel as an intense heatwave continues to affect large parts of the country, raising concerns over transport safety and infrastructure reliability. The warning comes as extreme temperatures place significant strain on the national rail network, with officials noting......

“Very weak demand”: cherry growers face urgent pressure to sell a bumper harvest

French cherry producers are facing growing pressure to sell their harvest quickly as an unusually abundant season coincides with weak consumer demand, creating concerns across the fruit industry. This year, favourable weather conditions have boosted production significantly, with national output expected to exceed 30,000 tonnes—around......

Teenager dies in river drowning as heatwave grips southwestern France

A 17-year-old teenager has died after drowning in the Dordogne River in southwestern France, highlighting the risks associated with swimming during periods of extreme heat. According to emergency services, the incident occurred on Saturday evening in the municipality of Port-Sainte-Foy-et-Ponchapt, near the city of Bergerac. The teenager......

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