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Spain to ban sale of energy drinks to under-16s, restrict high-caffeine versions for minors

Spain to ban sale of energy drinks to under-16s, restrict high-caffeine versions for minors

Government cites rising youth consumption and health risks as sales surge nearly 39% in 4 years

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Polish premier pledges more aid for Kyiv on 4th anniversary of war
24.02.2026

Polish premier pledges more aid for Kyiv on 4th anniversary of war

Tusk calls for European support for Kyiv on war’s fourth anniversary

UN General Assembly adopts resolution calling for ceasefire as Ukraine war enters 4th year
24.02.2026

UN General Assembly adopts resolution calling for ceasefire as Ukraine war enters 4th year

Resolution, initiated by Ukraine, co-sponsored by more than 45 countries, passes in 107 - 12 vote, with 51 abstentions

Former Norwegian premier hospitalized after suicide attempt amid Epstein corruption charges: Report
24.02.2026

Former Norwegian premier hospitalized after suicide attempt amid Epstein corruption charges: Report

Former Nobel Peace Prize Chairman Thorbjorn Jagland is in critical condition after facing ‘gross corruption’ charges linked to the Epstein case

80,000 illegal pushbacks recorded at Europe's external borders in 2025: NGOs report
24.02.2026

80,000 illegal pushbacks recorded at Europe's external borders in 2025: NGOs report

Human rights groups note pushbacks ‘systematic policy’ rather than isolated incidents

Suspect detained in Poland for allegedly spying for China
24.02.2026

Suspect detained in Poland for allegedly spying for China

Arrest of Montenegrin national highlights Poland’s role as logistical hub for military, humanitarian support to Ukraine