Today, an EU exemption for the sale of mercury-containing fluorescent tubes comes to an end. According to the EU Commission, lamps of types T5 and T8 can only be sold in the future if they come from existing stock. The only exception…
The proposed deployment primarily aims to intensify “training” for anti-terrorism operations, as reported by a newspaper. As part of this, police and soldiers are to be stationed in Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Ivory Coast. The European Union is evidently planning to launch…
The proposed EU supply chain law has not only raised eyebrows within Europe but also among representatives of foreign companies and the US government. This is mainly due to the multitude of regulations that need to be considered. In February 2022, the…
Paper drinking straws can contain toxic resins that can be transferred into beverages. Alternatives could include glass or stainless steel. Drinking from a paper straw feels unfamiliar to many. These straws quickly become soft and often have a cardboard-like aftertaste. But that’s…
Former President Donald Trump has made his comeback on the platform now known as X, which was previously Twitter. After over two and a half years, he posted a message shortly after his appearance at an Atlanta jail related to charges of…
Once hailed as an innovative office rental solution with a massive valuation of $47bn, WeWork is now wrestling with significant doubts about its ability to continue operations. The New York-based workspace company, co-founded by the flamboyant Adam Neumann who often touted its…
In the coming weeks, enthusiasts might find themselves enjoying a shake that Marcelo Salazar spent three years perfecting, with ingredients sourced directly from the rich diversity of the Amazon rainforest. Salazar’s venture, Mazo Mana Forest Food, collaborates with forest-based communities to gather…
Initially considered by Warner Bros., it’s now confirmed: “Dune 2” will not be released in 2023. This delay impacts two other movies as well. Since May 2, 2023, the Writer’s Guild of America (WGA), the union for writers, has been on strike.…
The European Union has established regulations for batteries. According to the announcement from the European Commission, the new guidelines include clear objectives for improving recycling efficiency. In Germany and the other 26 member countries of the European Union, provisions have come into…
The BRICS group sees itself as a counterpoint to the West Currently, it plans to significantly expand its membership. Both the USA and Germany have responded to this with noticeable composure. The US government was reserved regarding the announcement that the BRICS…