Eight rivers in England have been found to be heavily contaminated with neonicotinoid pesticides, increasing concerns over the survival of several endangered species. A 2016 study found “acute levels” of
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The European Commission says it will establish a legal definition of ‘vegan’ and ‘vegetarian’ food in Europe by the end of 2019. The number of vegans and vegetarians is steadily
European Parliament narrowly failed to ban Döner kebabs as MEPs tighten controls over phosphate additives widely used in the meat following health warnings. Good news for the spicy, grilled Turkish
Chemists at the University of Bristol say they have found a way to turn beer into petrol. Although mostly just a demonstration, it has important implications that could the first
After a record-breaking 47 hours of debate the Agriculture and Fisheries Council raises the number of fish stocks managed at maximum sustainable yield (MSY) to 53 – 9 more than
Eu is rethinking the way it produces and consumes energy to meet commitments taken in the context of the UN Paris Agreement, making digitalisation a key priority. In the wake
Huawei’s impressive EU expansion somewhat stalled amid spying accusations. The company may compromise national security, US and Australia say. Chinese ICT solutions provider Huawei is pushing to open up to
Due to UK’s withdrawal from the EU, the European Medicines Agency is to be relocated to Amsterdam. However, the agency’s new building might not be ready in time. The European
Fewer cases 2 diabetes has been observed among individuals consuming antioxidant-rich food on a regular basis. While there are many ways to describe antioxidants, one definition is any substance that
The European Commission’s Scientific Advice Mechanism says more food and biomass can be obtained from the oceans. Micro sea creatures and underwater plants may be a key element to tackle