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Euractiv @euractiv.com · 4h

Governments stance on 2040 emissions cuts still unclear, document shows

Their discussions should prompt a call to set up an “enabling framework,” draft conclusion of the summit show

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Damian Carrington @dpcarrington.bsky.social · 5h

Record leap in CO2 fuels fears of accelerating global heating

- CO2 in the air hit new high last year, with scientists concerned natural land and ocean carbon sinks are weakening
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Record leap in CO2 fuels fears of accelerating global heating

CO2 in air hit new high last year, with scientists concerned natural land and ocean carbon sinks are weakening

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Euronews @euronews.com · 12h

The findings suggest our social connections could help shape cancer outcomes.

Loneliness may raise risk of dying from cancer, new study warns

The findings suggest our social connections could help shape cancer outcomes.

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Henry Foy @henryjfoy.ft.com · 11h

💥 EU to double down on green diplomacy efforts and bypass Trump’s White House by working with IS states, NGOs and businesses, under new strategy drawn up by Brussels

New w climate queen @alicemhancock.bsky.social

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EU to bypass Washington and woo US states on green agenda

[FREE TO READ] Brussels plans to work on clean energy and climate action with ‘subnational entities, business and think tanks’

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Zia Weise @ziaweise.bsky.social · 10h

What's in the EU's new "global vision" for energy & climate to be unveiled tomorrow? Lots on turbocharging made-in-Europe clean-tech exports, per a leaked draft we've seen.

More here: pro.politico.eu/news/206534 (€)

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Euractiv @euractiv.com · 9h

Socialists seek new Brussels body to align fragmented health policies

The S&D urged Brussels to set up a European Public Health Agency and coordination board to streamline EU health policy

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POLITICO Europe @politico.eu · 2d

One in six infections are now resistant to antibiotics.

This presents a growing threat to public health.

1 in 6 infections now resistant to antibiotics

Resistance to commonly used drugs rose over 40 percent in five years, a WHO report found.

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Euractiv @euractiv.com · 2d

EU climate finance offer deemed inadequate as ministers convene for pre-COP30 meeting

Green groups warn 'debt-laden Global South' cannot fund clean energy without public finance

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EP Press Service @press.europarl.europa.eu · 2d

Sustainability reporting and due diligence: simpler rules for fewer companies

The new draft rules would reduce the required amount of sustainability reporting and simplify due diligence requirements for companies.

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Sustainability reporting and due diligence: simpler rules for fewer companies | News | European Parliament

The new draft rules would reduce the required amount of sustainability reporting and simplify due diligence requirements for companies.

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EP Press Service @press.europarl.europa.eu · 2d

MEPs set out their red lines for air passenger rights changes

To help air passengers, MEPs suggest maintaining the current right to compensation after a three-hour delay, plus unlocking new rights on free children’s seats and cabin luggage.

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MEPs set out their red lines for air passenger rights changes | News | European Parliament

To help air passengers, MEPs suggest maintaining the current right to compensation after a three-hour delay, plus unlocking new rights on free children’s seats and cabin luggage.

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Dana Popp @danapoppeu.bsky.social · 2d

Last week, @ec.europa.eu issued new guidance to help EU countries implement the Social Climate Fund & complete their Social Climate Plans

SCF will start in 2026 & aim to mobilise over €86 billion for vulnerable households & small businesses

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Commission provides new guidance to Member States on implementing Social Climate Fund

The European Commission has issued new guidance to help EU Member States effectively implement the Social Climate Fund (SCF) and complete their Social Climate Plans (SCPs).

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Paul Belcher FRCP MFPH Hon 🇪🇺🇬🇧 @pauljbelcher.bsky.social · 2d

🇺🇳 Report: 1 in 6 bacterial infections now resistant to treatment says @who.int

Levels of #antimicrobialresistance highest in south-east Asia and eastern Mediterranean

Cuts in international development support - including by UK - have forced WHO to reduce its #AMR work

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One in six bacterial infections now resistant to treatment, says WHO

Levels of antimicrobial resistance highest in south-east Asia and eastern Mediterranean

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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 5d

Proud of María Corina Machado on receiving the Nobel Peace Peace.

Your tireless struggle for freedom & democracy in Venezuela has touched hearts & inspired millions across the globe.

That’s why @europarl.europa.eu recognised you and Edmundo González Urrutia with the #SakharovPrize in 2024.

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Euronews @euronews.com · 5d

EU rules on political ads – aimed at countering information manipulation and foreign interference in elections – will take effect on Friday. But what exactly will change for users?

EU rules on political ads enter into force: What will change?

EU rules on political ads – aimed at countering information manipulation and foreign interference in elections – will take effect on Friday. But what exactly will change for users?

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Wopke Hoekstra @wopkehoekstra.ec.europa.eu · 5d

We have a tobacco problem in Europe.

With our proposal on tobacco taxation, we are revising the existing minimum rates and enlarging the scope to new products.

Looking forward to the discussion with Member States this morning at the #ECOFIN

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Stefano Porciello @steporciello.bsky.social · 5d

The European Commission is warning that a Spanish ban on airlines charging for basic hand luggage may breach EU law, just as MEPs prepare to fight for exactly that in final negotiations over the bloc’s air passenger rights reform.

Euractiv @euractiv.com · 5d

Handbag fight intensifies as Brussels sides with airlines over luggage fees

The case against Madrid lands just as the EU is looking to reform its passenger rights legislation

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Magdalena K. @maglken.bsky.social · 5d

1 in 3 doctors & nurses report depression or anxiety, and more than 1 in 10 have thought about ending their lives or hurting themselves -
Hans Kluge, director @whoeurope.bsky.social

The new report reveals, that Europe could face a shortfall of around 940,000 healthcare workers

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Public Health Committee @sant.europarl.europa.eu · 5d

🌐Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay - dedicated to mental health in humanitarian emergencies

Conflicts, disasters & health emergencies exert a significant impact on mental health

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Environment, Climate and Food Safety Committee @envi.europarl.europa.eu · 8d

✅ @envi.europarl.europa.eu adopted its policy demands for the @UNFCCC #COP30
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#EPlenary vote scheduled for October II

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COP30: MEPs want EU climate policy to maintain a high degree of ambition | News | European Parliament

On Monday evening, the Committee on the Environment, Climate and Food Safety adopted its policy demands for the UN Climate Change Conference COP30.

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Dana Popp @danapoppeu.bsky.social · 9d

🚩This week's health highlights:

Tue PM: 2nd trilolgues pharmaceutical package

Thu #EPlenary debates
11.00h World Mental Health Day - socio-economic factors
15.00h Public health risks in a Europe affected by global warming

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Dana Popp @danapoppeu.bsky.social · 9d

🚩This week's climate/environment highlights::

Mon 20.15h: ENVI vote #COP30 resolution

Mon 21.00h: ENVI-ECON debate EU Taxonomy

Wed 13.30h: #EPlenary debate requested by @ecrgroup.bsky.social: Europe's automotive future

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Environment, Climate and Food Safety Committee @envi.europarl.europa.eu · 13d

🌍 NEW: #COP30 study prepared for @envi.europarl.europa.eu

Overview of the status of international climate negotiations ahead of the #climatechange conference in Belém, Brazil, taking place from 10 to 21 November 2025

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Public Health Committee @sant.europarl.europa.eu · 13d

🎗️ Throughout October, @sant.europarl.europa.eu supports #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

More information: www.europarl.europa.eu/committees/e...

Follow our upcoming Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan report: oeil.secure.europarl.europa.eu/oeil/en/proc...

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Leo Hickman @leohickman.carbonbrief.org · 13d

"Some have chosen to deride the increasingly evident signs of climate change, to ridicule those who speak of global warming, and even to blame the poor for the very thing that affects them the most."

BBC News - Pope Leo condemns climate change critics
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Pope Leo hits out at critics of global warming

In his first major statement on climate change, the pontiff criticises those who minimise climate change.

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Euronews @euronews.com · 13d

'I would like to reiterate my immense respect for the citizens of the Republic of Moldova.'
#TheEuropeConversation sits down with Romanian President, Nicușor Dan, who defends Moldova's accession efforts.
Watch: [SHORTLINK]

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