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European Union approves Google’s US$2.1 billion purchase of smartwatch maker Fitbit

BRUSSELS: The European Union (EU) on Thursday approved Google's US$2.1 billion (RM8.47 billion) purchase of smartwatch maker Fitbit, after the tech titan agreed to conditions including not using health data from European users for...

EU institutions establish common priorities for 2021 and until next elections | News | European Parliament

On Thursday, the EP President signed a common list of key legislative proposals for 2021, after the Council and Commission Presidents had done so earlier this week.

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Human rights breaches in China and Iran | News | European Parliament

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted two resolutions taking stock of the human rights situation in China and Iran.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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LIFE: Deal reached to invest €5.4 billion in climate and environmental projects | News | European Parliament

A provisional deal on the EU programme for Environment and Climate Action (LIFE) to boost EU action in 2021-2027 was agreed with member states.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety

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MEPs express support for the priorities of the EU Security Union Strategy | News | European Parliament

On Thursday, MEPs set out Parliament’s views on a common approach to fight terrorism and organised crime, child abuse, disinformation and hybrid threats.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Climate change adaptation: MEPs want the EU to be better prepared | News | European Parliament

, https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20201211IPR93634/

European Parliament approves temporary rules to keep Eurotunnel working

MEPs adopted temporary measures to keep the tunnel railway connection between continental Europe and the UK running after the end of the transition period.
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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EU – UK announce BREXIT agreement in principle reached on ‘all issues’

Press statement by Vice-President Šefčovič following the fifth ordinary meeting of the EU-UK Joint Committee European Commission Statement Brussels, 17 Dec 2020  We have just concluded our fifth ordinary EU-UK Joint Committee meeting on the implementation...

Brexit: European Parliament issues Sunday ultimatum in trade talks

The European Parliament has issued an ultimatum to EU and UK negotiators, saying it will not ratify a deal by the end of the year if it is reached any later than this Sunday. ...

European Parliament sets Sunday deadline for approving Brexit deal this year

The European Parliament will not meet to ratify a Brexit trade deal this year unless one is signed before Sunday, the leaders of its main political groups have said. The new red line means Britain...

Fair transition to digital and green economy: a new social agenda for Europe

MEPs call for binding social targets to help the EU labour market adjust to the current realities of the digital and green economy.
Committee on Employment and Social Affairs

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EU-UK: Statement of the Conference of Presidents of the European Parliament

The Conference of Presidents of Parliament’s political groups issued the following statement after meeting EU Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier on Thursday.

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Sustainability: businesses interests must align with society’s interests | News | European Parliament

On Thursday, MEPs approved a non-legislative report calling for more sustainable business conduct and addressing shortcomings in existing laws.
Committee on Legal Affairs

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“Minority SafePack”: Parliament supports proposals for diversity across EU | News | European Parliament

On Thursday, MEPs called on the Commission to act on the European Citizens’ Initiative proposals that aim to enhance cultural and linguistic diversity in the EU.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Turning the tide: Slovenia’s success story of fighting cervical cancer

Slovenia has come a long way to become one of the most successful countries in the WHO European Region in the fight against cervical cancer. From having had one of the worst statistics in Europe on cervical cancer incidence, Slovenia has managed to turn the tide thanks to political will, cooperation and a robust screening programme.

Algernon Pharmaceuticals Provides Additional Information on Phase 2b/3 Ifenprodil COVID-19 Study Interim Data

Algernon Pharmaceuticals Provides Additional Information on Phase 2b/3 Ifenprodil COVID-19 Study Interim Data - Book Publishing Industry Today - EIN Presswire ...

New: European Parliament paves way for emergency Brexit session

The European Parliament ‘stands ready’ to convene an emergency session before the end of the year if the United Kingdom and the European Union can strike a deal by midnight Sunday. In a statement, bosses...

European Parliament awards Sakharov prize to Belarus opposition

Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya and other leaders of the country's democratic opposition were awarded the European Parliament's 2020 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought in a ceremony on December 16 in Brussels, the...

WHO analytical tool helps Ukraine monitor how regions respond to COVID-19

A new monitoring tool, developed by WHO and the Public Health Center of Ukraine (UPHC), is revealing how the different regions in Ukraine responded to COVID-19. Launched in October 2020, the Public Health Response...

New publication outlines practical steps for refugee and migrant health data collection

In collaboration with Uppsala University, WHO/Europe has published new technical guidance that outlines why and how Member States should collect refugee and migrant-specific health data through their national health information systems (HIS). As a result...

Migration: EU return policy must be better implemented | News | European Parliament

, https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/headlines/society/20201210STO93501/

Asylum: more solidarity among EU member states and funds for frontline countries | News | European Parliament

Current asylum legislation neither ensures fair responsibility sharing among member states nor gives swift access to asylum procedures, to the frustration of MEPs.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Rule of Law mechanism applies without further delay as of 1 January, MEPs stress | News | European Parliament

, https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20201215IPR94024/

Algernon CEO and CSO to Discuss COVID-19 Interim Data Results Featured on BioPub Webcast Hosted by Dr. KSS MD PhD

Algernon CEO and CSO to Discuss COVID-19 Interim Data Results Featured on BioPub Webcast Hosted by Dr. KSS MD PhD - Book Publishing Industry Today - EIN Presswire ...

WHO study finds country differences in physical activity, screen time and sleep habits of children

A recent analysis of results from the WHO Childhood Obesity Surveillance Initiative (COSI) provides a unique overview of the physical activity habits of children in the WHO European Region. The study shows that more...
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