Nineteen member states called for the ‘simplification’ and postponement of the implementation of the EU deforestation law, amid criticism from civil society over the move.
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Nineteen EU countries call for 'simplification' of EU Deforestation Law
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How solar power helped European grids pass ‘the stress test’ during the recent heatwave
ADVERTISEMENTEurope’s latest heatwave dialled up daily power demand by up to 14 per cent, as Europeans turned up their air conditioning to stay cool.
But the sunshine also increased the availability of solar energy, the same analysis from energy think tank Ember shows, helping Europe’s power…
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Lime withdraws from Brussels as Belgian capital puts brakes on e-bikes and scooters
The decision to introduce restrictions on the e-bike and scooter services in the Belgian capital had already been made in 2023, however Lime and Voi both contested the decision.
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In Peru, gangs target schools for extortion : NPR
Parents drop off their children at the private San Vicente School in Lima, Peru, which was targeted for extortion, in…
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Russians shell Khotyn community in Sumy region again, woman wounded
Russian troops shelled the Khotyn community in the Sumy region. A 74-year-old local resident suffered multiple injuries.
This was reported on Facebook by the head of the Sumy Regional State Administration, Oleh Hryhorov, according to Ukrinform.
“The enemy…
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Alzheimer’s doesn’t strike at random: These 4 early-warning patterns tell the story
UCLA Health researchers have identified four distinct pathways that lead to Alzheimer’s disease by analyzing electronic health records, offering new insights into how the condition develops over time rather than from isolated risk factors.
The study, published in the journal eBioMedicine,…
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Paris Closes River Seine to Swimmers One Day After Ending Century-Long Ban
The River Seine in Paris was shut down due to pollution concerns just a day after it was declared safe for swimming for the first time in over a century over the weekend. Swimming spots located near iconic Parisian landmarks like the Eiffel Tower…
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Businesses urge Verkhovna Rada to approve amendments to law on lobbying by Sept 1, 2025
The business community has appealed to the Verkhovna Rada to adopt draft laws No. 13339 and No. 13340-1 by September 1, 2025, ensuring the proper implementation of the provisions of the law of Ukraine on lobbying, the joint statement of the European Business Association (EBA) and…
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Man injured in Kramatorsk shelling
On July 7, as a result of enemy shelling of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region, one civilian was injured and at least 25 objects were damaged.
This was reported by the Kramatorsk City Council on Telegram, according to Ukrinform.
“On July 7, 2025, the Russians…
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