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Received — 16 October 2026 ⏭ The European Times

Meeting highlights from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) 12-15 October 2026

16 October 2026 at 11:00
Six new medicines recommended for approval EMA’s human medicines committee (CHMP) recommended six medicines for approval at its October 2026 meeting. Rasonque (daraxonrasib) received a positive opinion from the CHMP for the treatment of adults with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma (pancreatic cancer that has spread) who have received at least one previous treatment. This recommendation follows […]

Hold Spoilers Accountable, Special Representative Urges Security Council as Libya Moves towards Elections

14 October 2026 at 22:26
Despite significant political progress towards unifying Libya’s institutions and holding long-awaited elections, the country’s fragile economic and security situation demands urgent action,the senior United Nations official in Tripoli told the Security Council today, ahead of the Mission’s mandate renewal on 31October. “Since my last briefing, we have seen encouraging progress on the UNSMIL-facilitated political process,” […]

ECCC Governing Board and NCC Network meet in Cyprus to strengthen European cybersecurity cooperation

16 October 2026 at 08:18
The meetings provided an important opportunity for exchanges between national authorities, cybersecurity experts, and policymakers on the implementation of European cybersecurity initiatives and the development of future funding actions. NCC Network Day: Strengthening cooperation across Europe The representatives from the National Coordination Centres discussed ongoing activities, shared experiences from national cybersecurity ecosystems and explored opportunities […]

Your EU – Your projects in Italy: making buildings more sustainable

16 October 2026 at 07:56
How buildings are constructed, renovated, and heated or cooled affects energy bills, emissions and the resources needed throughout their lifetime. The challenge is particularly complex because different regions face different needs: while heating remains important, cooling demand is becoming an increasing concern for the citizens of many European countries. In Italy there wereover2.4 million families […]

Speakers Call for Separate Mechanism to Fund Special Political Missions as Fifth Committee Considers 2027 Budget Proposal of $423 Million

14 October 2026 at 22:52
The Fifth Committee (Administrative and Budgetary) today considered the Secretary-General’s appeal for nearly $423million in 2027 for three dozen special political missions as several delegations again pushed for the creation of a special financing mechanism to sustain them. Citing the missions’ role in preventing conflicts in global hotspots, delegates urged each other to build on […]

New publication: Shaping the Future of ESCI+

15 October 2026 at 10:09
The European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) has published Shaping the Future of ESCI+, a report presenting the results of a large-scale consultation on the future of the European Student Card Initiative (ESCI). Conducted between January and May 2026, the consultation gathered 22,725 survey responses and involved 529 stakeholders in eight workshops across all […]

European Investment Bank expands cooperation with Japan Bank for International Cooperation

15 October 2026 at 11:00
EIB Renewed memorandum broadens cooperation on projects in the European Union and beyond for a further five years. Priority areas include clean energy, transport and digital connectivity, critical minerals, resilient supply chains and Ukraine’s recovery. The partners will explore co-financing, innovative financing structures and regular project exchanges. he European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Japan […]

Received — 15 October 2026 ⏭ The European Times

Regional Security, Nuclear Deterrence, Humanitarian Risks Dominate First Committee Debate

14 October 2026 at 22:59
The challenges and prospects of regional security architecture in Europe, Middle East and East Asia were in focus as the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) continued its general debate today, with delegates presenting contrasting views on nuclear deterrence, non-proliferation and the humanitarian dimensions of nuclear weapons. The representative of Ukraine recalled that, in1994, his […]

Uncovering chemical risks in plant-based meat alternatives

15 October 2026 at 13:00
Food safety and sustainability can go together Plant-based meat alternatives are increasingly promoted as alternatives to traditional meat, with potential environmental and health benefits. But what exactly is inside them? Grains, legumes, seeds, nuts, and other raw ingredients, which are often used as meat substitutes are vulnerable to mould growth during farming and storage. This […]

Saint Cyprian Metropolitan of Kiev and All Rus’, and the Hesychast Ideal of the Unity of “All Rus’”

15 October 2026 at 14:34
By Hegumen Peter (Pigol) In the Gospel, the Lord Jesus Christ established an immutable rule for the ordering of every aspect of our earthly life: to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all other necessary things shall be added unto us (cf. Matthew 6:33). Throughout the ages, this principle has remained […]

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in New York’s Central Park to Be Banned

15 October 2026 at 14:27
Horse-drawn carriage rides in New York’s Central Park could be discontinued starting June 1, 2028, under a bill supported by City Council member Zohran Mamdani and City Councilwoman Julie Menin, DPA reported, citing US media. The proposal calls for the gradual phasing out of the attraction, which has been part of the city’s tourism landscape […]

Over 180,000 Giant Tortoises on a Seychelles Island

15 October 2026 at 14:23
Nearly 183,000 giant tortoises inhabit the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles. This is the highest number ever recorded for the species and the result of decades of conservation efforts. A new study shows that the population is healthy and remains relatively stable, though scientists warn that climate change and invasive animals continue to threaten its […]

CHOICE: empowering women with BRCA mutation

15 October 2026 at 07:50
For women in the EU and all over the world, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer. Genetic elements influence individual risk factors, and people with a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation face a significantly higher risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer throughout their life. The EU4Health project CHOICE is addressing the elements […]

Poverty Remains Greatest Global Challenge as 2030 Deadline Looms, Second Committee Hears

14 October 2026 at 23:56
Poverty eradication remains “the greatest global challenge” to the 2030Agenda and a prerequisite for advancing sustainable development, seniorUnited Nations officials and Member States stressed today asthe Second Committee (Economic and Financial) addressed the issuealongside agricultural development and food security. Charles Katoanga, Director of the Division for Inclusive Social Development of the Department of Economic and […]

French Scientology Volunteers Take Drug Prevention from City Streets to Rural Communities

15 October 2026 at 12:38
Shop visits and public information stands bring a Scientology-supported education campaign to families in Paris, Marseille and south-western France. KINGNEWSWIRE / PRESS RELEASE / PARIS, France — 15 October 2026 — Volunteers from Non à la drogue, Oui à la vie have distributed more than 16,000 drug-prevention booklets across France, working through neighbourhood shops, market […]

HaDEA signs new contracts to strengthen SoHO oversight and national implementation of organ transplant practices

15 October 2026 at 07:49
HaDEA has signed two new contracts under the EU4Health programme to improve oversight in the field of Substances of Human Origin (SoHO) and strengthen the national implementation of organ transplant practices, respectively. Implementation of the new SoHO Regulation: training for SoHO competent authorities’ staff This contract will support training activities for inspectors, vigilance officers and preparation […]

New Circle of Hell for Civilians as Wars Rage Worldwide, Human Rights Chief Warns Third Committee

15 October 2026 at 00:33
With some 60 conflicts raging worldwide — the highest number since the Second World War — the United Nations human rights chief warned the Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian and Cultural) today that civilians face mounting violence, shrinking freedoms and new threats from artificial intelligence and autonomous weapons. Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human […]

Sixth Committee Debate on Scope, Application of Universal Jurisdiction Begins

15 October 2026 at 00:26
As the Sixth Committee (Legal) began consideration of “the scope and application of the principle of universal jurisdiction” today, speakers alternately emphasized the importance of combatting impunity and ensuring that justice is not applied selectively. Universal jurisdiction enables States to prosecute the most serious international crimes, regardless of where they were committed or the nationality […]

Received — 14 October 2026 ⏭ The European Times

Secretary-General Congratulates International Law, Human Rights Champion Navanethem Navi Pillay on Receiving 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

9 October 2026 at 16:48
The following statement by UN Secretary-General António Guterres was issued today: I warmly congratulate Navanethem “Navi” Pillay on being awarded the 2026Nobel Peace Prize. For decades, she has been a champion of international law and human rights, and a steadfast, independent voice of justice amidst some of the most historic international legal cases of our […]

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