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The Brief from Brussels - European Commission criticized over Selmayr appointment

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In One Word: Tony Blair on May, Boris, Corbyn, Bono...

Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair agrees to have a go at describing EU political figures in just one word.

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EU's ban on halogen bulbs takes effect

The aim is to reduce the carbon footprint from halogen lightbulbs.

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World Water Week: How clean is European water?

Some 60% of European waters monitored failed to reach "good" ecological status.

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Germany

Explained: The far-right protests in Chemnitz

Germany’s top security official has offered to send police reinforcement to Saxony authorities after violence erupted at Monday's clashes between far-right demonstrators and counterprotesters in the eastern city of Chemnitz.

United Kingdom

Electric shock dog collars to be banned in England

Environment Secretary Michael Gove announced a ban on electric shock dog collars on Monday.

World News

What does the EU compel countries to do for asylum seekers?

Food, shelter, but also education, healthcare, and employment — these are some of the things that member states are required to provide asylum seekers under EU law.

United Kingdom

Sale of puppies and kittens by pet shops set to be banned in England

The sale of puppies and kittens by pet shops could soon become illegal in England.

Ireland

Dublin's homeless 'could be forced out of city' for pope's visit

Homeless people in Dublin could be removed from the Dublin region in order to make room for tourists who will pay more than accommodation services receive from government and charities.

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London most expensive city in Europe for students

Nestpick.com, an apartment search engine, surveyed 49 European cities.

Spain

Barcelona attack anniversary: "idea of integration is the wrong one"

A year after a deadly attack in the heart of Barcelona, experts say Spanish society have the wrong notion of social integration.

Netherlands

Pastafarianism "not a religion" rules Dutch court

People who consider themselves pastafarian may not wear a colander on their head for their passport picture ruled the highest administrative court of the Netherlands.

Sweden

Cars set alight by youths during rampage across Sweden

Groups of youths in Sweden set fire to cars as they went on the rampage across the country.

Business

Eurozone growth better than expected

Euro zone growth was better than expected in the second quarter, flash estimates showed on Tuesday, in a sign that the negative effects of global trade tensions might be seen only later in the year.

World News

Parisians express their disgust for public urinals

Parisians are disgusted by new public urinals. The bright red, eco-friendly, public toilet boxes contain an opening in the front and a floral display on top with straw, which in turn fertilisers the flowers. The project's designer has called them an “eco solution to public peeing.”

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Europe briefing: 7 stories to know about today

All you need to know from Tuesday morning.

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A weekend in one of Europe’s cities has the same impact as smoking

Spending a long weekend in one of Europe’s major cities might be enjoyable – but they can come with the same health impact as smoking one to four cigarettes.

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A look at European Championships results by population

The European Championships ended yesterday with Russia and Great Britain atop the medal standings. The 11-day event showcased 4,215 athletes from over 30 countries competing in dozens of events from golf to synchronized swimming, but how did the countries stack up based on population?

Portugal

Fire warnings as near-record temperatures hit Europe

Firefighters in Portugal and Spain were on high alert over the weekend as the heatwave continued across Europe

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In pictures: Trying to keep cool in Europe’s heatwave

As temperatures in Europe continue to soar, with forecasters predicting record-breaking heat in the coming days, people across the continent are searching for ways to keep cool.