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By Elena Novak

Covers the European Green Deal, energy transition and the climate politics of the member states.

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UK Enacts Generational Tobacco Ban, Setting Precedent for European Health Policy
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UK Enacts Generational Tobacco Ban, Setting Precedent for European Health Policy

The UK Parliament has approved legislation that will permanently prohibit the sale of tobacco products to anyone born on or after 1 January

Therapy Costs Across Europe: From Affordable France to Pricey Romania
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Therapy Costs Across Europe: From Affordable France to Pricey Romania

France and Spain offer the most affordable therapy, with public coverage and low session costs. In contrast, Romania and Greece see 10 sessi

Central Asian Leaders Convene in Astana for First Regional Ecological Summit
Environment

Central Asian Leaders Convene in Astana for First Regional Ecological Summit

The first Regional Ecological Summit opens in Astana, Kazakhstan, bringing together Central Asian leaders to address water scarcity and clim

Lancet Report: Europe's Climate Inaction Fuels Heat Deaths, Disease, and Food Insecurity
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Lancet Report: Europe's Climate Inaction Fuels Heat Deaths, Disease, and Food Insecurity

Heat-related deaths, infectious disease spread, and food insecurity are accelerating across Europe, finds the 2026 Lancet Countdown report.

Clean Energy Shields Five EU States from €8.5 Billion in Energy Costs
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Clean Energy Shields Five EU States from €8.5 Billion in Energy Costs

Five EU countries with the highest clean energy shares will save €8.5 billion on energy bills this year, a 58% reduction compared to fossil-

Acoustic Tags and Underwater Robots Target Ghost Fishing Gear in Portugal
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Acoustic Tags and Underwater Robots Target Ghost Fishing Gear in Portugal

Ghost fishing gear, abandoned nets and traps, continues to catch marine life, posing a threat to ecosystems and fishermen. The EU-funded NET

Six on Trial in Istanbul Over Insecticide Deaths of Turkish-German Family
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Six on Trial in Istanbul Over Insecticide Deaths of Turkish-German Family

A Turkish-German family of four died after inhaling phosphine gas in an Istanbul hotel room. Six staff face trial for negligence, including

Kazakhstan Expands Protected Lands to Rival Italy in Size, Boosting Eco-Tourism
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Kazakhstan Expands Protected Lands to Rival Italy in Size, Boosting Eco-Tourism

Kazakhstan will expand its national park network by an area larger than Slovenia by 2035, aiming to protect biodiversity and develop sustain

European Study Finds Astronauts' Brains Retain Earth's Gravity Memory in Space
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European Study Finds Astronauts' Brains Retain Earth's Gravity Memory in Space

A European-led study tracking 11 astronauts found the brain continues to apply Earth's gravity logic even after months in space. Researchers

Renewables Surpass Global Electricity Demand Growth, Fossil Fuel Generation Declines for First Time
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Renewables Surpass Global Electricity Demand Growth, Fossil Fuel Generation Declines for First Time

Clean energy generation grew by 887 terawatt hours in 2025, exceeding global electricity demand growth of 849 terawatt hours. Renewables now

Moringa Seed Extract Removes 98% of Microplastics from Water, Study Finds
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Moringa Seed Extract Removes 98% of Microplastics from Water, Study Finds

Moringa seed extract removes over 98% of PVC microplastics from water, matching or outperforming chemical coagulants. The plant-based altern

Enhanced Oral Care in Hospitals Could Slash Pneumonia Risk by 60%
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Enhanced Oral Care in Hospitals Could Slash Pneumonia Risk by 60%

A new study presented in Munich found improving oral care for hospitalised patients could cut their risk of developing pneumonia by up to 60