AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEU Heat Response: A punishing heatwave is hitting Europe hard, with France issuing red alerts and banning alcohol at major events, Germany warning of heat plus humidity and possible severe storms, and Italy seeing tourists and locals forced to adapt as temperatures soar. Microplastics & Health: Italian researchers report that higher levels of plastics-laden plaque in carotid arteries are linked to higher risk of stroke, heart attack, or sudden death, adding to mounting concerns about microplastics and nanoplastics. AI & Policy: The EU’s NGT rules for “new genomic techniques” cleared a major hurdle after a long, contentious process, setting a lighter pathway for some new plants while keeping others under GMO authorization. Big Tech Oversight: Italy is moving to probe Apple’s obligations under EU rules, including DMA-related scrutiny of iCloud dominance. US-Italy Rift: Trump’s “begged for a photo” claim with Giorgia Meloni is escalating into a wider diplomatic spat, with Italy pushing back publicly and canceling a US trip.
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