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EU reviews tobacco directive as new snus rules considered

The European Commission is now starting the process to update its tobacco regulations.

Nordic cancer funds warn EU about white snus and other addictive nicotine products

The Nordic cancer funds are urging the European Commission to take a tougher stance against white snus and other addictive nicotine products.

Top grades for Johansson in the EU

New leadership in the EU – Roswall takes off on Sunday

The EU Parliament says yes to Ursula von der Leyen's new EU Commission with 370 votes against 282. Jessika Roswall and her colleagues are already revving up on Sunday.

The Brussels Brawl is Over – New EU Commission Near

Leading party groups are in agreement to approve the next EU Commission. This would mean that the next EU Commission could be ready to start work in December.

"Hostage Drama" at the End of EU Hearings

Ursula von der Leyen's heaviest commissioners are being questioned when the EU Parliament is now concluding its hearings. But no one is either approved or stopped directly – as the candidates are being held as "hostages" by anxious party groups.

Snus and Animal Rights – Hungary's Responsibility in the EU

Many men to Brussels – despite EU top's demands

Where are the sisters? was wondered in the old chips commercial. The same question can Ursula von der Leyen ask herself when her EU Commission risks becoming anything but equal.