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Poland’s delayed COVID-19 vaccinations worry scientists as virus surges

Thu, 2024-10-10 21:13
Rising COVID-19 levels in Warsaw's sewage system indicate the spread of the virus. However, vaccination against the pathogen hasn't been made available yet. Poland is currently in negotiations with Latvia to purchase their surplus stock.
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Europe’s fusion energy vision requires more investment, commitment [Advocacy Lab Content]

Thu, 2024-10-10 20:57

Europe faces significant energy challenges, from reliance on fossil fuels and geopolitical tensions to climate change and the need for cleaner energy sources. Nuclear fusion presents an enticing solution by offering several advantages.

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France wants faster implementation of new EU migration rules, interior minister says

Thu, 2024-10-10 20:01
“France is not asking for an opt-out. On the contrary, we greatly supported the asylum and immigration package and would even like to bring forward its entry into force,” Retailleau said.
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New vaccines could prevent half a million yearly deaths from antimicrobial resistance, says WHO

Thu, 2024-10-10 19:18
According to the World Health Organisation, "the role of vaccines has been underrecognised globally."
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The Brief – Von der Leyen’s best speech?

Thu, 2024-10-10 17:11
The speech was “out of the box” she largely ignored the details of the Hungarian Presidency agenda
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Fishermen change tides to cooperate with offshore wind farms

Thu, 2024-10-10 16:38
Or how fishermen stopped worrying and learned to love offshore windfarms.
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The last 20 years of cohesion policy show the urgent need for reform [Advocacy Lab Content]

Thu, 2024-10-10 16:22
On the 20th anniversary of the EU in 2004, and ahead of the next wave of enlargement, there is an ongoing debate about the future of cohesion policy. A debate at the 22nd European Week of the Regions highlighted the significant economic and political benefits brought by the accession of 10 new Member States, but also the need for continued reform and support for candidate countries.
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LIBE Committee to grill mysterious Austrian nominee

Thu, 2024-10-10 16:08
The LIBE Committee is to question the rather mysterious commissioner-designate from Austria on migration, despite his experience in finance and... energy.
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Boosting biodiversity is vital for the EU’s sustainability [Promoted content]

Thu, 2024-10-10 16:00
At COP16 to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), EU leaders should seize the opportunity for transformative change and ensure that biodiversity remains at the heart of the European and global agenda.
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EU Commission races to disburse pandemic recovery fund before 2026 deadline

Thu, 2024-10-10 14:39
Member states will have more leeway to revise their recovery plans if they can reduce 'administrative burden'.
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Digital transformation, a cornerstone in EU-Kazakhstan economic and trade partnership [Advocacy Lab Content]

Thu, 2024-10-10 14:20
New avenues of collaboration are opening up between the EU and Kazakhstan, particularly in the digital connectivity sector, critical raw materials, and renewable energy.
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Juniors first, seniors last when Parliament questions commissioners-designate

Thu, 2024-10-10 13:47
All candidates for executive vice-president roles will take the hot seat on 12 November.
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Greens, Left walk out in protest as EU legal committee clears commissioner candidates

Thu, 2024-10-10 12:42
Some Green and far-left lawmakers said information given was not complete and the outcome 'predetermined'.
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European Parliament groups divided over future of Medical Devices Regulation

Thu, 2024-10-10 12:40
While the EPP, as expected, welcomed the Commission's stance, left-wing parties are calling for caution.
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New Irish DSA dispute body has ties to Meta, but assures independence

Thu, 2024-10-10 12:35
The Appeals Centre received $15 million in funding from Meta's Oversight Board Trust.
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Von der Leyen presents €1.8 billion Moldova growth and investment plan

Thu, 2024-10-10 11:37
The EU's announcement comes amid economic instability caused by Russia's war in Ukraine and ahead of next week's elections.
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European citizens initiative on psychedelic therapy to begin in January

Thu, 2024-10-10 11:37
“I feel like the main progress will be de-stigmatising the taboo around psychedelics," Théo Giubilei, the founder of PsychedelicCare
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EU telecoms tower firms unify their voices ahead of legislative debate

Thu, 2024-10-10 11:27
Tower companies are facing similar issues regarding price regulation, competition by land aggregators, permit granting, and electromagnetic fields exhaustion.
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Child sexual abuse material regulation still at stalemate, despite assurances for encryption

Thu, 2024-10-10 11:08
While some states have shifted their views, this will not be enough to counter opposition from France and Germany.
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Germany, Kosovo happy following CEFTA, Serbia trade breakthrough

Thu, 2024-10-10 10:34
The development comes amid long-stagnated EU-backed talks between Kosovo and Serbia.
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