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The mayor of Luxembourg has rejected accusations that she is obstructing efforts to green the capital amid a record heatwave. The authorities are drawing up a large-scale environmental strategy, which includes planting 30,000 trees. However, the opposition has criticised the slow pace of the project’s implementation and described current climate adaptation measures as ineffective.

A Spanish court has ruled that the dismissal of an employee for regularly arriving at work before the scheduled start time was lawful. This precedent has sparked a debate in Luxembourg about strict adherence to work schedules. Lawyers point out that systematic disregard for corporate rules and safety requirements may constitute grounds for termination of employment.

The summer sales season has begun in Luxembourg and will run until 18 July. Despite the unseasonal heat, the traditional fair in the municipality of Mersch and the shopping centres that opened on Sunday attracted large numbers of shoppers. Retailers are reporting a surplus of unsold stock and are offering record discounts across the entire range of sizes.

The Luxembourgish Language Centre has published the eighth volume in the ‘Lëtzebuerger Wuertschatz’ series, dedicated to swear words. The book contains 117 words, complete with illustrations and translations into four languages. According to statistics, this is one of the most popular categories in online dictionaries, demonstrating the creativity of the country’s linguistics.

Meteorologists are forecasting an unusual heatwave in Luxembourg, with temperatures reaching up to 40.4°C. These peak temperatures will make European cities climate-wise equivalents of Dubai and Kuwait City. Against a backdrop of record-breaking temperatures in France and the UK, Luxembourg is bracing itself for its hottest day yet: even the country’s northern regions will experience weather conditions akin to those found in deserts.

Amid the abnormal heatwave, Luxembourg’s Water Management Authority (AGE) is urging residents to reduce their water consumption. Although half of the drinking water comes from reservoirs, the prolonged drought threatens to cause shortages for municipalities outside the SEBES network. Falling river levels are also leading to dangerous concentrations of pollutants.

During periods of extreme heat, certain medicines, including antibiotics and antidepressants, can disrupt the body’s temperature regulation, cause dehydration or trigger severe photosensitivity. The Luxembourg Health Authority warns of the hidden risks of taking medication in high temperatures and urges people to strictly monitor the storage conditions of their medicines.

From 22 July to 9 August, tram services on the Kirchberg plateau will be suspended due to the construction of a new line. At the same time, from 10 July to 14 August, the Schuman Tunnel will be completely closed for round-the-clock modernisation. The authorities have prepared pedestrian routes and diversion plans.

Luxembourg has taken stock of its national rebranding campaign and allocated 3 million euros to a new strategy running until 2030. The ‘Let’s Make It Happen’ project has helped the country shake off its image as purely a financial centre, increasing the number of partner organisations by 200 per cent. The authorities are now moving on to a large-scale drive to attract global talent.

In his speech, he emphasised the importance of continuity and collective responsibility. Prime Minister Luс Frieden and Speaker of Parliament Claude Wiseler supported the call to defend democracy against a backdrop of declining public optimism and growing information fatigue.

A technical fault near Berchem station has disrupted services on two of Luxembourg’s main railway lines. All high-speed trains to Rodange have been cancelled, whilst services to Metz in France are running at extended intervals. The timetable is expected to return to normal by 15:00 on Wednesday.

Even owners of new, energy-efficient homes are keen to fit their properties with cooling systems. However, the lack of government subsidies for reversible air-conditioning units has drawn criticism from experts in the construction industry.

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The military parade on Luxembourg’s National Day will take place against a backdrop of record-breaking heat. Due to forecast temperatures exceeding 30°C, the organisers have introduced unprecedented safety measures. Drinking water stations will be set up for spectators, and animals have been excluded from the parade. The current temperature record for 23 June stands at 31.7°C, and this could be broken in 2026.

A sharp rise in measles cases has been recorded across Europe and the Americas. With the holiday season approaching, the Luxembourg Health Authority is urging citizens to check their vaccination status. The infection is extremely easily transmitted via airborne droplets and poses a deadly threat to infants, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems.

The Luxembourg Ministry of Education has advised schools not to suspend lessons in the face of the impending heatwave. The Ministry is relying on a controlled environment supervised by teachers, suggesting that lessons be adapted to the temperature conditions inside the buildings. Lessons may only be cancelled entirely in extreme cases, following a decision by the local authorities.

More than 140 drivers from various countries will gather for the inaugural edition of the historic Fell-Thomm car race. Spectators can look forward to over 500 starts by classic cars from 40 brands, unique races featuring pre-war vehicles, and a charity mountain marathon. An additional highlight will be a special grandstand right next to the starting line.

Almost two years after the theft of 61 million euros, the Caritas charity in Luxembourg is still repaying its creditors. Arrests have been made as part of the investigation, uncovering a large-scale criminal network. The organisation hopes to recover some of the funds, but its operations have been suspended and the international connections it had built up over decades have been lost.

The famous Goodyear airship will fly over Luxembourg as part of its European tour. After taking part in the Le Mans race, the 75-metre-long airship stopped off in Metz, France, and is preparing to continue its journey. Residents of the Grand Duchy will be able to track the legendary airship’s movements in real time.

From 21 October, Etihad Airways will launch direct flights between Luxembourg and Abu Dhabi. The flights will operate four times a week on new 160-seat Airbus A321 aircraft. The route will give passengers access to an extensive transit network to Asia, Africa and Australia.