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Alarm over alleged abuse in French schools and nurseries Hundreds of alleged cases of physical and sexual assault against children in French nurseries and elementary schools have revealed flaws in the system, experts say. They argue that reforms are urgently needed. Pride Month has great significance for those who feel invisible. In Slovenia, many LGBTQ+ people understand just what that means One of the first steps taken by Slovenia's new right-wing government in June was to remove the rainbow flag outside the Culture Ministry. As Pride Month draws to a close, DW surveys the situation of the LGBTQ+ community. Poland orders Swedish submarines to bulk up navy Poland has placed an order for three Swedish submarines in an effort to step up defense capabilities. The NATO member is modernizing its navy in the face of Russian aggression at its borders. Fact check: As Europe bakes, should you trust your sunscreen? As a heat wave sweeps across Europe, claims are resurfacing online questioning whether sunscreen is safe or linked to skin cancer risk. Hungary: Magyar's 'Operation Purgatory' tackles Orban system The new Hungarian government is moving swiftly to dismantle the system of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The focus: fighting corruption, reforming the media and protecting democracy. Albania's 'Flamingo Revolution': What's behind the protests? For weeks now, images of crowds of Albanians protesting on the streets have been relayed around the world. The protesters say they are fighting for democracy. PM Edi Rama insists the movement is part of a hybrid war. Ukraine strikes Russian weapons plant, Moscow fuel hub The two attacks, in Volgograd and Vladimir regions, are part of President Zelenskyy's strategy to bring the war to the Russian people and force Putin into peace negotiations. Military-age Ukrainian men could lose EU protection The European Commission has suggested withdrawing protection status for military-age Ukrainian males. A number of EU countries support the move — and so does Kyiv. Fact check: Throwing cold water on heat wave disinformation An outdated air-conditioning law, a viral health myth about sleeping with the fan on and the age-old climate change hoax allegation: DW checked what's spreading in Europe's heat wave. King Charles won't live in Buckingham Palace, reveals taxes Buckingham Palace has been the British monarch's official residence in London for nearly two centuries. But royal officials say King Charles and Queen Camilla won't reside there.