Europe
To reach carbon neutrality from planes and ships: EU actions explained
Emissions from planes and ships are increasing, while the EU wants to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. Read about EU measures to reduce their emissions.
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Europe
Brexit: Serious breach of international law, MEPs call on UK not to adopt new bill
"We are deeply concerned with the UK’s unilateral action, which constitutes a serious and unacceptable breach of international law
Charities
Hampshire redshank’s epic journey to Wales helps scientists understand habits of amber-list species
A study of breeding pairs of Redshank – a threatened native wading bird species – whose population is recovering in the Avon Valley in Hampshire, has shown one intrepid individual…
Africa
EU Council conclusions at the start of the 12th World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference
The European Union is committed to an open and rules-based multilateral trading system, with a modernised WTO at its core. The EU supports an ambitious and realistic package for the…
Europe
Deal reached on new rules for adequate minimum wages in the EU
The agreed legislation aims to ensure that minimum wages in all EU countries guarantee decent living standards for workers.
Europe
Reports of sexual violence in Ukraine rising fast, Security Council hears
Allegations of sexual violence by Russian troops in Ukraine are mounting, a senior UN official told the Security Council on Monday, expressing regret over a stark discrepancy between that painful…
Culture
France has declared war on the anglicisms in the IT field
Most gamers are not happy A special body monitoring the purity of the French language has recommended that government officials stop using anglicisms when talking about computers, software and games.…
Environment
Bees work as air quality inspectors in Italy
In Italy, since 2018, a special police unit has been operating to protect forests and the environment. On the roof of his headquarters in Rome are hives - bees help…
Europe
National recovery funding should boost resilience, autonomy & social protection
The Economic and Monetary Affairs and Budgets committees call for recovery funding to be tied to respect for the rule of law, and for ensuring maximum return on investment.
Defense
Putin is ready to release Ukrainian grain at sea under the watchful eye of Turkey
Russian president discusses with Erdogan the possibility of unhindered transportation of goods across the Black and Azov Seas - "in coordination with Turkish partners" Russian President Vladimir Putin said in…