National Review · Jul 6, 2026 10:30 UTC

Europe’s Deadly Aversion to Air-Conditioning

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Heat-related illnesses caused an estimated 24,400 deaths in Europe’s urbanized areas in 2025. <img src="https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/paris-hand-fan.jpg?fit=617%2C360&ssl=1" />

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