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Local Politics Trade & Consumption Domestic

Edinburgh Introduces Tourist Tax

By withut-me 24.07.2026 0 views
TL;DREdinburgh has become the first Scottish city to implement a tourist tax. Visitors will now pay an additional five percent for overnight stays.
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Laws & Rights IT & Internet Consumer Protection

Youth Protection: EU Commission Increases Pressure on TikTok

By withut-me 24.07.2026 0 views
TL;DRThe European Commission has raised concerns regarding risks for minors on TikTok, particularly concerning public profiles and potential addictive effects. Consequently, it is increasing pressure on the platform to strengthen child safety measures.
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Pollution Consumer Protection Agriculture & Forestry

Health Risk from Agriculture: EU Lowers Limit for Toxic Acid TFA from Pesticides

By withut-me 24.07.2026 0 views
TL;DRThe European Food Safety Authority has lowered the limit for TFA, a breakdown product of pesticides, recognizing it as more dangerous than previously understood. This adjustment reflects new scientific assessments of the compound's risks.
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IT & Internet Media & Press Consumer Protection

EU Commission: TikTok to better protect minors

By withut-me 24.07.2026 0 views
TL;DRThe EU Commission has identified shortcomings in child and youth protection on the Chinese platform TikTok. This finding is the result of an ongoing investigation.
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Consumer Protection Laws & Rights IT & Internet

EU Finds TikTok Does Not Protect Children's Account Privacy from Adults

By withut-me 24.07.2026 3 views
TL;DRThe EU has determined that TikTok inadequately safeguards the privacy of children's accounts from adults. This creates risks as privacy settings may make these accounts accessible to adults.
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Work & Career Rail Transport Trade & Consumption Consumer Protection

German Rail: Alcohol Ban at 5,400 Stations Until October, Exceptions Planned

By withut-me 24.07.2026 2 views
TL;DRDeutsche Bahn is implementing an alcohol consumption ban at all 5,400 of its stations, which will remain in effect until October 15. Exceptions will be made for bars and restaurants located within these stations.
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Companies & Markets Transport Policy

CO2 Balance of the Automotive Industry in the First Half of 2026

By withut-me 24.07.2026 1 views
TL;DRAutomotive manufacturers are on track to meet their fleet consumption targets in the first half of 2026. However, this does not fully reflect the actual market situation.
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Transport Policy Climate Change Renewable Energy

Driving Electrification: Easier Energy Transition Without Hydrogen

By withut-me 24.07.2026 2 views
TL;DRIncreased electrification of heating and transport significantly reduces the need for hydrogen. This development could make the construction of a hydrogen pipeline network unnecessary.
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Consumer Protection Laws & Rights IT & Internet

Messenger Interoperability: Threema Rejects Connection with WhatsApp

By withut-me 24.07.2026 2 views
TL;DRThreema will not offer interoperability with WhatsApp, despite EU regulations. The company cites data protection and financing risks as reasons for this decision.
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