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As the mercury edges towards the 40-degree mark in France, with record temperatures for the month of June expected to be broken, Parisians try to cool off in the shade of the trees on the banks of the Seine, in the centre of the capital. IMAGES
As temperatures soar across northern China, residents in Beijing cool themselves off in the city's Liangma River while others shield themselves from the sun with umbrellas. China is the biggest emitter of the greenhouse gases that scientists say are driving climate change and longer, hotter heatwaves. IMAGES
As a heatwave hits the French capital, Parisians cool down under misters set up along the banks of the Seine. IMAGES
Parisians and visitors attempt to cool down by dousing themselves in water in the French capital's fountains near Trocadéro, across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower. A dog is seen frolicking in the water as well. Temperatures are expected to reach 40° C later in the week. IMAGES.
People in The Hague try to stay cool as a heatwave hits the Netherlands. Temperatures between 32 and 35 degrees Celsius are expected in the country as other parts of Europe are also struggling with high temperatures. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.
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