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Could the EU ban smoking? Commission to re-write rules for the next generation

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.

Euronews

France blocks under-15 social media ban over freedom of expression fears

France's top court has blocked a controversial law aimed at banning social media for children under 15. This ruling temporarily spares internet users from a subsequent planned crackdown on virtual private networks.

TechRadar

Family of Indian teen killed in Central Park carriage crash sues New York City for $105 million

The family of 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan, who died after falling from a runaway horse carriage in New York's Central Park, is seeking $105 million from New York City, alleging stray electrical voltage caused the horse to bolt.

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US immigration delays worsen and denial rates climb as USCIS backlog surges to 11.3 million

US immigration applicants face longer waits and higher rejection rates as the USCIS backlog reached 11.3 million cases. Average backlog clearance time nearly doubled to 18.6 months, while the overall denial rate rose to 12.2%, with sharper increases in some employment-based categories.

The Economic Times

Upper East Side Legionnaires Death Toll Reaches Nine Two Weeks After the City Declared the Outbreak Over

Two more Legionnaires deaths push the Upper East Side toll to nine, two weeks after New York City said the summer cluster had ended.

Medical Daily

Costs of emergency response in village hit by mining 'ground movement' mount

THE estimated bill for costs associated with the Coalsnaughton subsidence incident is currently sitting at just under £1.2m.

The National (Scotland)

North Tyneside welcomes government plan to give councils more power over gambling venues

Prime Minister Andy Burnham recently announced plans to give councils more powers to reject new betting shops

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Morocco accuses Spain of assaulting migrants crossing into Ceuta and claims sovereignty over enclave

Morocco's National Human Rights Council condemns mistreatment "out of sight of the cameras", while Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi says Rabat still claims sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla.

Euronews

Amazon Delivery Bill Backed by Mamdani Could Raise NYC Prices as It Targets 'Exploitative' Model

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has backed a bill to regulate Amazon's NYC delivery model. Supporters cite safer streets while critics warn of higher prices and small-firm closures.

International Business Times UK

Muswellbrook fires back at Newcastle council's climate levy push

The latest from the Hunters regional councils.

Newcastle Herald

Assisted dying, social media and agriculture put France’s top court in spotlight

France’s Constitutional Council is facing a politically charged end to the summer, with judges due to rule on a series of high-profile laws – including those covering assisted dying, social media use by children, agriculture and public security.

Radio France Internationale

Edinburgh Council condemns EHRC single-sex code and urges withdrawal in new report

EDINBURGH Council has condemned the UK equalities watchdog’s guidance on single-sex spaces in a new report.

The National (Scotland)

D.C. Plans to Pay Part of Its Medicaid Bill with Opioid Settlement Money and Its Oversight Commission Objects

Washington, D.C.'s 2027 budget directs $2.3 million in opioid settlement funds to Medicaid costs. The oversight commission calls it supplantation.

Medical Daily

Soho pub licensing row: Westminster hits back at Sadiq Khan over 'inadequate policing and public transport'

‘Cuts to policing mean people are worried about safety when they go out’ - Cllr Tim Barnes, deputy leader of Westminster City Council

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We asked Scotland's 32 councils if they will implement EHRC single-sex code in full

SCOTLAND’S local authorities will be one of many service providers who will be implementing the UK equalities watchdog’s new guidance on…

Latin Times

USCIS's Immigration Caseload Climbs Back Past 11 Million as Processing Keeps Slipping

USCIS's pending caseload hit 11.3 million as wait times nearly doubled and denial rates climbed, new government-derived data show.

Evening Standard

London council calls claims 'standing ban' is planned in pubs across West End and Soho 'ludicrous'

The council faced a pile-on of backlash following claims it planned on banning standing at pubs

Evening Standard

'It'll kill Soho': Pubs slam proposals to curb drinkers standing at Soho venues

Dawn Butler MP and Sir Sadiq Khan have also expressed fury at Westminster Council’s proposed policy

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Evening Standard

No10 slams plans to clamp down on drinkers standing at Soho and West End pubs as licensing row explodes

Council sparks fury after ‘encouraging’ venues in famous London neighbourhood to make people sit rather than stand

The Economic Times

Soccer: FIFA governance debate set to outlive Morocco truce despite backing for Infantino

FIFA apologized for mistakes in a World Cup commercial rights proposal after member federations complained. A review will now be conducted before a report is presented to the Council. European Leagues criticized FIFA's short assessment timeline for tournament expansion plans. Infantino seeks a fourth term as president while facing leadership…

Evening Standard

Council on track to meet ‘optimistic’ Princes Street deadline as £5m announced

Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth visited the site on Wednesday.

The Economic Times

WGC pushes for strategic mineral status for gold to up domestic mining, reduce imports

The World Gold Council wants gold classified as a strategic mineral. This classification would streamline mining approvals and reduce import dependence. Central banks are expected to continue buying gold amid global uncertainties. India's vast household gold holdings could be monetized to cut imports. Simplifying gold monetization frameworks will unlock significant…

Evening Standard

South London council approves controversial plans for 249 new homes

Critics say the approval of a 249-home social housing redevelopment is at odds with Merton Council’s own planning guidelines

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government rules environmental report needed for Edinburgh AI data centre

THE Scottish Government has ruled a full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is required for an AI data centre on the outskirts of Edinburgh

Newcastle Herald

'Come for the art, stay for the municipal panic': statue at centre of storm

Maitland City Council rushes to stand by 'Jocko' amid art debate

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