Unauthorized Air Conditioning Units Crackdown in Portofino, Italy

Police crackdown on unauthorized air conditioning units in Portofino, Italy, has led to residents spying on and reporting each other for the infraction. Rules have been slightly relaxed, but permission is still required with stiff penalties for non-compliance.

Olympic Village Conditions

Olympic Village designed to be eco-friendly but athletes are miserable due to lack of air conditioning, bad food, and uncomfortable beds

2024 Olympics in Paris and the decision to forgo air conditioning in the Olympic Village

Paris officials plan to forgo air conditioning in the 2024 Olympic Village, opting for a 'green' cooling system with water pipes under the floorboards. Some athletes are concerned about comfort due to past heat-related deaths in France. Several countries, including the U.S. and Australia, are bringing their own AC units despite sustainability efforts. Mayor of Paris stresses the importance of trusting science and building structures without air conditioning.

Cooling System at 2024 Paris Olympics Athletes' Village

The 2024 Paris Olympics Athletes' Village will be cooled using a system of water pipes beneath the floor instead of air conditioning. Many countries are planning to provide portable air conditioners for their athletes due to concerns about high temperatures. The lack of AC has sparked criticism and protests, but Paris organizers remain committed to sustainability. The report also highlights the risks of competing in extreme heat and the efforts to address climate change in sporting events.

Madonna reprimands concert staff over air conditioning issues

Left-wing pop star Madonna reprimanded her concert tour staff in front of thousands of fans over air conditioning issues, demanding respect before continuing the show. This is not the first time she has publicly berated someone during a performance.

Paris Olympians to Be Without Air Conditioning at Olympic Village

Paris Olympians will not have air conditioning at the Olympic Village this summer. The decision is part of a plan to cut the carbon footprint of the Paris Games by half and stage the most sustainable Olympics to date.