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The battle for the EU budget - who wins, who loses?
In this edition of our weekly talk show, participants discuss the launch of the EU budget deliberations, attempts to raise taxes on tobacco and alcohol and the major escalation in Europe's scrutiny of the fast fashion business model.
Greece wants to jail people for selling alcohol or tobacco to children
The law is wide-reaching. Here's what's in it.
WHO wants higher taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks
The WHO believes tax hikes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks could prevent 50 million premature deaths over the next half-century.
Lisbon launches citywide reusable cup scheme to cut plastic waste
The system could remove thousands of discarded cups from Lisbon's public spaces every night.
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Porto cracks down on the sale of alcohol at night
Supermarkets and bottle shops will no longer be able to sell alcohol for consumption on public roads after 9pm.
Working together to promote a better and healthier drinking culture in Europe
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Across the EU, discussions are taking place in various fora as to how best to address harmful alcohol consumption as part of broader efforts to improve public health and promote prevention measures.
Beer consumption in Belgium continues to decline
According to an annual report of the Belgian Brewers association, total beer consumption fell by a further 2% in 2024.
Louis Vuitton fights Portuguese liqueur firm over 'same logo' use
Louis Vuitton has filed a lawsuit against a small Portuguese liqueur firm it accuses of using a logo too similar to the French luxury fashion label's own famous lettering.
Guinness maker Diageo braces for a €133 million US tariff hit
The British multinational alcoholic beverage company also announced a $500 million savings plan.
It’s soooooo fine: Finlandia Vodka and the martini revival
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Launching across Europe this week, Finlandia Vodka’s new campaign puts the spotlight on alternative drinking moments — no bar counters, no dress codes — just easygoing pleasure, whenever and however it comes.
I explored Europe’s ‘booziest’ city without touching a drop of beer
Despite its reputation for rowdy pub crawls and unruly Stag dos, this European city has so much more to offer
Cheers! Brussels bets on alcohol-free wine
The European Commission recently presented measures to strengthen the competitiveness of the wine sector and that includes the promotion of alcohol-free wine.
Which country is home to Europe's heaviest drinkers?
Alcohol consumption in the EU has declined by 0.5 litres between 2010 and 2020. Bucking the trend, several countries have increased their consumption.
Why Trump's trade wars are threatening already vulnerable brewers
US craft brewers, already contending with a slump in sales, are set to be impacted by President Trump's trade tariffs.
Is non-alcoholic wine no longer a taboo in Europe?
The EU has proposed a new wine package supporting the non-alcoholic wine market.
Heineken campaign aims to find new owner for family-run Irish pub
As Irish families struggle to keep pubs independent, Heineken is looking for a new owner to take over a remote island pub that's been run by the same family for 155 years.