The EU's transitional period for food-contact packaging containing bisphenol A (BPA) ends on 20 July 2025. A ban on the use and sale of BPA has been in force across the EU since early 2025, with further rules taking effect in July 2026. Some products may disappear from shop shelves as a result.
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While Max Verstappen struggled at Silverstone, his Red Bull team mate Isack Hadjar continued to make solid progress and earned praise from the team boss. The young French driver is learning by watching Verstappen closely. Hadjar is increasingly proving his value to the team.
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The acclaimed 8-part French sci-fi series "The Sentinels" premieres on BBC iPlayer in the UK on 11 July 2026 at 9pm BST, and is already free to watch on SBS On Demand in Australia. Created by Guillaume Lemans and Xabi Molia, it is based on Xavier Dorison's graphic novel and imagines an alternate 1915 World War One with biotechnological weapons and enhanced soldiers. Viewers abroad can use NordVPN to access the free streams.
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German Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder announced that the first highly automated vehicles will begin operating on German roads by the end of 2025 or early 2026. He defended full rail-corridor closures during renovation works while acknowledging the concept needs refinement. Schnieder also firmly ruled out any cooperation with the AfD ahead of September's state elections in eastern Germany, calling the party increasingly radical.
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Poland's Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) has issued a warning about two batches of the Verdin Fix Kompozycja 6 ziรณล dietary supplement after Salmonella bacteria were detected in them. Consumers are urged not to consume the product. The manufacturer has begun withdrawing the affected batches from the market.
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Despite Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries causing fuel shortages in Russia, Vladimir Putin reportedly has no intention of seeking compromise and is planning further escalation aimed at seizing all of the Donbas. Russian analysts have openly proposed striking Ukrainian critical infrastructure and subsequently NATO targets, including the Jasionka airport near Rzeszรณw, Poland. The information comes from sources close to the Kremlin.
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According to a new survey, two-thirds of company board members worldwide believe humanoid robots will transform their industries and help address labour shortages. China and the United States are leading investment in humanoid automation. Experts suggest humanoid machines could become a regular fixture in workplaces in the near future.
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Germany failed to win a single set against the Netherlands in the Women's Nations League, allowing the Dutch side to move ahead of Poland in the standings. With one round left in the group stage, the Netherlands now sit above Poland in the table. Poland will need a strong result in the final round to improve their position.
Typhoon Bavi struck Japan's Okinawa prefecture on Saturday morning before tracking towards Taiwan. The storm is expected to make landfall in China, where final preparations are under way. Forecast rainfall may reach up to 1,000 mm, and hundreds of thousands of people have been evacuated.
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China's nationwide electricity load hit a record high of 1.518 billion kilowatts on 10 July, the first such record this year, according to the National Energy Administration. The surge is driven by growing demand from data centres and electric vehicles. The announcement was made via the agency's official WeChat account.
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Summer 2026 nail trends include Wimbledon-inspired tennis motifs, coloured French tips, milky lavender shades, sky blue and jewellery-style embellishments, according to celebrity manicurist Faye Louise Dennis, a Bio Sculpture ambassador. The season blends minimalism with maximalism, catering to those who want a natural look as well as those seeking bold, eye-catching detail.
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A new study published in "Science Advances" challenges key claims about Homo floresiensis, the so-called "hobbits" discovered in Liang Bua cave on the Indonesian island of Flores in 2003. Marks on stegodon bones previously interpreted as evidence of tool use, fire and big-game hunting are now attributed to bites from prehistoric reptiles. The species, standing about one metre tall, apparently survived for nearly a million years without fire or large-animal hunting, reshaping our understanding of its intelligence and adaptability.
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A $700 portable shower has hit the market, aimed at campers, music festival goers, and off-grid workers who spend days without access to running water. The device promises hot showers in backcountry and overlanding situations. It targets anyone who has spent a sweaty week in the wilderness and understands the value of a hot rinse.
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LEGO is retiring several popular sets soon, including the Harry Potter Gringotts set โ already sold out in the US โ and the Mona Lisa art set. Both are considered classics by LEGO fans. A full list of 10 retiring sets can be found in the "Retiring soon" section on the LEGO website, but only these two are described in detail in the source.
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German banks are integrating cryptocurrency trading into their banking apps, potentially reaching up to 80 million customers. The move marks a major step toward mainstream crypto adoption in one of Europe's largest economies. No specific banks or launch dates were named in the report.
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European accounts labelled Madagascar's Queen Ranavalona I "Caligula in a skirt," but historians increasingly challenge this narrative. She ruled for 33 years (1828โ1861) and died in her own bed โ facts that sit uneasily with the image of a mad despot. Her harsh policies are increasingly interpreted as a response to French and British colonial pressure.
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Italians โ especially those from Bologna โ are baffled by the worldwide fame of "spaghetti bolognese," a dish that simply does not exist in the local cuisine. In Bologna, the traditional meat ragรน is always served with tagliatelle, never spaghetti. Spaghetti bolognese is a foreign invention that has become one of the biggest myths about Italian cooking.
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Robert Kubica finished among the frontrunners in the first practice session ahead of the WEC 6 Hours of Sรฃo Paulo at Interlagos. It is an encouraging sign for Ferrari after a difficult season in the FIA World Endurance Championship. The Italian squad's pace suggests they could challenge rivals at the Brazilian round.
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Cases of dengue fever and West Nile virus infections are being reported in European countries popular with tourists, including destinations visited by Poles. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) advises travellers to check official health recommendations before departure and protect themselves against mosquito bites using repellents and appropriate clothing.
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The modern battlefield has become "transparent" โ drones, cameras, satellites and algorithms can expose a special-forces operator faster than an enemy patrol. The challenge is no longer just physical survival but operating amid disinformation, manipulation and cognitive warfare. The new special-forces operator must be simultaneously a soldier, analyst, adviser and network organiser, marking the end of the classic commando era.
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The European Commission warns of a high probability of a strong El Niรฑo event in 2026. The phenomenon could negatively affect agricultural output in parts of Asia and Australia. Direct impacts on European harvests are expected to remain limited.
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The United States is demanding Iran publicly declare that the Strait of Hormuz is open and safe for transit. Washington wants the statement made on Saturday, following talks between the two delegations in Oman. The ultimatum marks a sharp escalation in US pressure on Tehran over the strategic waterway.
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