Deadly Heatwave Hits Hungary and Europe: Spain reported 1,028 heat-related deaths during the late-June wave, while France said it has already linked 1,000 excess deaths to the same event; the WHO warns heat is a “silent killer,” with infrastructure and health systems under strain. Hungary Weather Record & Water Crisis: Hungary broke its all-time record at 42°C, and AFP reports tap water outages in parts of the country as demand overwhelms ageing networks; local restrictions urge people to use water sparingly. Balaton Under Pressure Beyond Water Levels: Researchers say Lake Balaton’s problems go far beyond centimetres—reed-bed loss, pollution, chemical residues, organic matter from fishing, and climate-driven warming are all stacking up. Clean Power Flexibility Test: A mid-year EU power analysis says record clean generation cushioned Europe from a gas-price shock, but low wind/hydro periods show the urgent need for storage and flexible low-carbon capacity. Budapest Biodiversity Education: The Budapest Zoo’s long-awaited indoor “Biodome Urban Oasis” opened, featuring tropical plants and rare animals in a year-round conservation and learning space. Geothermal Progress in the Region: Vienna’s geothermal test drilling in Aspern exceeded expectations, supporting plans for district heating expansion.