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Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Europol seizes 8m fake and harmful toys in pre-Christmas crackdown

More than eight million counterfeit and hazardous toys were seized across 26 EU countries, many posing choking, chemical, fire, hearing, or sight risks.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Kratom was linked to 6 L.A. deaths and banned in the county. But the supplement's actual health risks remain a mystery

Los Angeles County linked six deaths to kratom and 7-OH, prompting officials to remove kratom products, amid seller concerns, calls for regulation, and contamination risks.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 months ago

London Councils urges government to act on surge in illegal e-bikes and unsafe batteries - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London Councils urges urgent secondary legislation to crack down on unsafe e-bikes, conversion kits and uncertified lithium-ion batteries endangering riders and the public.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 months ago

Brexit sabotage' warning as new proposals clear Commons

The Product Regulation and Metrology Bill raises concerns about potential government overreach in post-Brexit UK law.
Critics fear the bill might enable alignment with EU laws, contradicting Brexit's intention.
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