Europe wants to attract American scientists

The president of Aix-Marseille University, Eric Berton, likes to refer to the incoming Americans to his institution as “scientific refugees.” At a reception on campus in June, Berton welcomed eight Americans to the university. He said that during...

Letters for Sept. 2: Greatest threat to future generations is climate change

For your grandkids Today, much of our attention is focused on the Russian-Ukraine war as well as political battles, while remarkably little attention is being paid to what may be the greatest threat to our grandchildren’s future: climate change....

Italy’s new military spending could include the world’s long-awaited and longest bridge

For the Government of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the bridge could help fulfil two grand ambitions. Her administration could leave a legacy dreamed of since the Roman Empire, succeeding where other champions of a Messina bridge - including...

Spain’s tourism sector forecast to break €260bn by end of year – and account for 16% of GDP

SPAIN’S tourism industry is set to smash records this year. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has forecast that the sector will contribute a staggering €260.5 billion to the country’s GDP by 2025 – nearly 16% of the entire national...

France and Germany pledge energy policy alignment “in the interest of Europe”

Germany and France have agreed to cooperate more closely on energy at the European level, also finding common ground regarding a long-standing division over the role of nuclear energy. “There are fundamental differences between France and Germany...

Jamie Vardy heads to Italy for new chapter after joining Serie A minnows Cremonese

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Ghana develops ESG, climate disclosure roadmap for sustainable investment

By Albert Oppong-Ansah/Stephen Asante Accra, Sept. 1, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama on Monday announced that Ghana is developing a National Environmental Sustainability Governance (ESG) and Climate Disclosure Roadmap to standardise...

Tokyo AI Startup LayerX Raises $100M for US, Europe Expansion

In the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence startups, Tokyo-based LayerX has emerged as a notable player, securing a hefty $100 million in Series B funding to tackle one of corporate America’s persistent pain points: back-office...

Italy issues special procedures for PV tenders up to 1 MW with ‘non-Chinese’ components

The country aims to promote modules manufactured in the EU with new tender criteria. To this end, the government has introduced non-price-related tender criteria, making it one of the first EU countries to implement the NZIA guidelines. September...

No 9: Jeglertz will be expected to return Manchester City to Europe

Guardian writers’ predicted position: 3rd (NB: this is not necessarily Tom Garry’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 4th Prospects Following a third consecutive trophyless season and the added disappointment...

Tesla’s Europe sales slump continues

Tesla's sales decline in several European markets continued in August amid intense competition from electric vehicle rivals and growing consumer concerns over CEO Elon Musk, reports News.Az. Norway and Spain were the only exceptions to the trend....

Findings from Merck & Company in the Area of Biotechnology Reported (The Health Economic Burden of Dengue In Germany: a Retrospective Analysis of Statutory Health Insurance Claims Data): Biotechnology

2025 SEP 01 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Biotech Business Daily -- Researchers detail new data in Biotechnology. According to news originating from Boston, Massachusetts, by NewsRx correspondents, research stated, “Dengue is...

Would YOU try a Bangor Beaujolais? Climate change has created the perfect conditions to grow wine grapes in North Wales

By XANTHA LEATHAM, EXECUTIVE SCIENCE EDITOR Published: 09:08 EDT, 1 September 2025 | Updated: 09:48 EDT, 1 September 2025 Your favourites might include a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, a Spanish Rioja or a Chilean Merlot. But a Pinot Noir from...

Spain's Sanchez seeks to coordinate climate change pact with France, Portugal

Worried That Rain, Heat Or Dust Storms Will Ruin Your Next Vacation? This Climate Scientist Wants To Offer A New Type Of Protection

Even if you’re not at Burning Man, wondering if dust storms or rain will strike again, chances are you’ve wondered if bad weather would affect a vacation or day trip you planned. Climate scientist Nick Cavanaugh wants to offer a remedy as CEO of...

EU mulls 10-year tax holiday for jet and shipping fuels, draft shows

European Union countries are considering a 10-year delay to the introduction of EU-wide taxes on aviation and shipping fuels as they seek to push long-delayed energy tax reforms over the line, a draft document seen by Reuters showed. The European...

Germany aims for closer India trade ties amid Trump tariffs

In 1959, as smoke billowed from the blast furnaces of the newly inaugurated Rourkela Steel Plant, India's then prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, walked through rows of German-built machinery alongside engineers from West Germany. The plant, one of...

Dutch F-35s arrive in Poland for NATO air policing mission

The Dutch Ministry of Defense announced that Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35s landed in Poland today to begin a three-month deployment securing NATO airspace over Eastern Europe. Starting Sunday, the Dutch jets will operate alongside Norwegian...

Sánchez proposes climate emergency agency

Pedro Sánchez has called for a year round fire protection agency. Photo credit: Photocosmo1/Shutterstock Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has announced a new climate pact aimed at strengthening the country’s ability to respond to natural...

Climate change, shifting markets threaten Kenya's butterfly farmers

Sara Mwaringi at the Kipepeo butterfly farm, Gedi, Kilifi county. [File, Standard] Every Thursday, a quiet ritual takes place at the Kipepeo House in Gedi, nestled within the Arabuko-Sokoke forest in Malindi. Hundreds of butterfly farmers stream...