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Record heat waves sweep the world, from U.S. to Japan via Europe (www.japantimes.co.jp)

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Parts of eastern Japan are expected to reach 38 to 39 degrees Celsius, with the Meteorological Agency warning temperatures could hit previous records.

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[–] stopthatgirl7@kbin.social 14 points 1 year ago

Unfortunately, a lot of folks in power would happily watch the world burn if it means they stay in power. They know they’re rich enough that it won’t hurt them.