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Two firefighters died responding to a building fire near Bordeaux Airport on July 22, 2026. The fire caused flight delays at the airport located in Mérignac, France.

US rail operators including SEPTA, Amtrak, MTA, and Union Pacific have imposed speed restrictions due to the July 2026 heatwave. Measures aim to maintain safe operations amid rising rail temperatures and possible track damage.

Italo has signed a €3 billion contract with Siemens Mobility for 26 Velaro high-speed trains for German rail services starting April 2028. The order includes a 30-year maintenance agreement and plans for 50 daily trips serving 18 cities.