Commission plans to set up anti-red tape brigade
As the EU steers a course towards deregulation in pursuit of global market share, an early draft of a forthcoming communication suggests today’s ‘Competitiveness Compass’ was only the first step…
Cannabis legalisation in Germany: a European dilemma?
Last spring, hundreds of people gathered under the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin to celebrate the legalisation of recreational cannabis use in Germany. Read More
Tempest in a wine glass: Valencia councillor caught shopping for drinks during flood aid meeting
José Marí Olano apologised for his “incorrect” behaviour at Tuesday’s council meeting to debate extra funding for areas ravaged by flooding in Spain last October. Read More
London to New York in 3.5 hours: How Boom Supersonic is learning from Concorde’s mistakes
More than two decades after Europe’s failed attempt at a supersonic airliner, the USA is on track to make it work. Read More
AI could pose new risks such as job losses or enabling biological attacks, experts say
A new international report on artificial intelligence (AI) was released before a summit in France next month. Read More
Remarkably rare Roman-British hoard of 404 coins discovered in the Netherlands
Archaeology enthusiasts Reinier Koelink and Gert-Jan Messelaar discovered a rare hoard of 404 Roman and British coins near Bunnik, Utrecht, shedding new light on the Roman conquest of Britain. Read…
Slush flows can be more deadly than avalanches: How scientists are racing to stop this hidden hazard
Predicting when and where they might happen is currently very difficult leaving local communities vulnerable to this under-researched phenomenon. Read More
Volvo Group struggles with slower sales as European truck demand falls
Volvo Group reported its latest financial results on Wednesday and highlighted slower sales in Europe due to a declining demand for trucks. Read More
EU air travel struggles to match pre-pandemic pace as it faces climate challenges
Despite not reaching pre-pandemic levels, the number of flights in the EU increased by nearly 6% last year. But is it the only challenge aviation is facing? Read More
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano is erupting again. Is it safe to visit the national park?
The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home to the summits of two of the world’s most active volcanoes: Kilauea and Mauna Loa. Read More