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South Korea's capital Seoul and two other cities exceeded 40°C on Friday, marking the first time since 2018 that the nation's weather service has recorded such extreme temperatures in the capital.
South Korea has escalated heat wave warnings across the Greater Seoul region, with 43 per cent of the capital area now under the highest alert level as temperatures soar to record-breaking levels.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for nuclear power to be integrated into Asean's energy transition strategy, arguing the technology is vital for ensuring stable, affordable and reliable electricity across the region.
France is battling an exceptional wildfire season, with 119,000 hectares burned and 14,320 fire outbreaks recorded since January. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez warns conditions remain dangerous despite temporary humidity gains.
South Korea is experiencing a severe heat wave with southeastern cities breaking temperature records. Busan reached its highest temperature in 122 years, while Yangsan hit 40.3°C, the highest since 2008.