Europe
EP group leaders’ statement on the Conference on the Future of Europe
The Conference of Presidents recalls the importance of an adequate composition and role for the plenary of the Conference. Source : © European Union, 2021 - EP
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Health
Madagascar edges toward famine, UN food agency appeals for assistance
An unrelenting drought in southern Madagascar, an island State off the East African coast in the Indian Ocean, is forcing hundreds of thousands to the brink of famine at a…
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Health
Increased cancer risk for petroleum industry workers and people living near plants: New UN study
People working in the petroleum industry or living near petroleum facilities are at increased risk of developing several different cancer types, according to a new report by the International Agency…
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Environment
MEPs approve deal to invest €5.4 billion in climate and environmental projects | News | European Parliament
The 2021-2027 programme for Environment and Climate Action (LIFE) will become the EU’s most ambitious climate and environmental programme.Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety Source : ©…
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Europe
European Parliament upgrades rail passengers’ rights | News | European Parliament
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Europe
MEPs lay out plans for a fairer tax system fit for the digital age
Outdated international tax rules need to be overhauled, including a minimum effective corporate tax rate; the EU should go it alone if global negotiations fail.Committee on Economic and Monetary AffairsSubcommittee…
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Health
UN providing equipment and supplies to help India fight rapid COVID-19 surge
The United Nations is supporting India as the country battles a major surge in COVID-19 cases which on Wednesday saw the overall reported death toll top 201,000, according to latest…
Europe
New rules adopted for quick and smooth removal of terrorist content online
A new law to address the dissemination of terrorist content online was approved by Parliament on Wednesday.Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Source : © European Union, 2021…
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Health
COVID-19 cases rise for ninth consecutive week, variants continue spreading
COVID-19 infections have increased for the ninth consecutive week globally while variants continue their spread, the UN health agency has confirmed.
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Health
Risky business: COVID-19 and safety at work
The numbers of home workers around the world have been swelled by the COVID-19 pandemic, putting a fresh focus on the need for employers to ensure that their employees are…