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A typical 'chicken-and-egg problem', says German lawmaker Peter Liese

Green MP Nicolas Thierry says the plan sends a powerful message that tobacco will no longer be part of future generations’ lives

The report calls for indefinite approvals for low-risk biopesticides, though some warn this could raise safety concerns

The alleged sale of child pornography on the marketplaces, including listings for 'child-like' sex dolls, has parliamentarians concerned in a letter signed by more than 40 MEPs

Parliament’s trade chair vows to “safeguard citizens, consumers, and producers” as EU–US tariff deal moves ahead

If the deadlock continues, the government could approve the budget by executive order

The Committee on Constitutional Affairs has put forward a proposal to allow MEPs to vote in plenary by proxy during pregnancy and in the months following childbirth.
Committee on Constitutional Affairs

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The Committee on Constitutional Affairs has put forward a proposal to allow MEPs to vote in plenary by proxy during pregnancy and in the months following childbirth.
Committee on Constitutional Affairs

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Some EU candidate countries have backtracked on reforms as the enlargement process dragged on

“Radical fiscal measures” will be needed in many EU countries, the Fund says

After a pilot auction, the mechanism could be set up for both jet and maritime fuels

European Commission says it may revisit sunbed rules if evidence shows tougher measures would better protect EU citizens

Despite a widening budget deficit, Sofia allocates €260 million to support struggling hospitals and address staff shortages

In today's edition: 2040 target, carbon removals, hydrogen, rare earths

One-third of commercial ATMPs with a European marketing authorisation withdraw from the market, limiting patient access

‘Due to the continued delay in deep emission cuts, 1.5°C pathways now imply higher temporary exceedance of this temperature target’

The gathering will bring together members of the EU and South Africa parliaments to discuss multilateralism, energy transformation and a Clean Trade and Investment Partnership.

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The gathering will bring together members of the EU and South Africa parliaments to discuss multilateralism, energy transformation and a Clean Trade and Investment Partnership.

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Police will look into whether ecommerce platforms Shein, Temu, AliExpress, and Wish are responsible for disseminating pornography to minors