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'Nero's bridge' revealed in Rome as drought hits Tiber river
Weeks without rain have caused Italy's Tiber River to fall to unusually low levels, revealing the remains of an ancient Roman bridge near the Vatican. Traditionally known as Nero's bridge, archaeologists believe the structure may actually date back to the reign of Emperor Caligula.
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Brussels asked to make green criteria mandatory in procurement rules
A broad coalition of business and civil society groups is urging the European Commission to introduce mandatory purchasing criteria to create demand for low-carbon products, effectively making procurement part of Europe's industrial strategy.
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Risky jumps from France's Marseille corniche rise in popularity
Popularised on social media, this trend is attracting more and more young people and tourists. Concerned about accidents, the city council is boosting prevention and considering dedicated zones to better regulate the practice.
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Can the EU ban smoking? Commission rewrites next generation rules
The EU is pursuing its biggest overhaul of tobacco taxation in a decade. The proposed Tobacco Taxation Directive (TTD) raises taxes on cigarettes and introduces taxes on vapes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches. After the Parliament rejected its position, Council negotiations continue.
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Explainer: What's the EU's carbon market, and why does it matter?
The European Commission proposed revising the bloc's major climate policy, the Emissions Trading System (ETS), on 17 July. Euronews explains what the ETS is, why it is being revised and why it has become an incredibly polarising topic on the EU agenda.
