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Health benefits and risks of coffee and tea consumption

66 clusters · 318 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Coffee consumption linked to memory benefits and kidney health

Research through late 2026 continues to link regular coffee and tea consumption to lower rates of liver disease, cardiovascular events, and overall mortality. Large-scale cohort analyses demonstrate a dose-response relat

Italian pine scale insect infestation management

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Tuscany and Pisa launch funds to protect pine forests from invasive insects

Italian regions are implementing various measures to combat infestations of scale insects that threaten pine tree populations. In Abruzzo, authorities have intensified efforts to manage the spread of the pine scale inse

US-EU trade divergence and EU phase-out of Russian energy

5 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: European Union spent 7.88 billion euros on Russian LNG in nine months

Trade patterns for Russian fertilizer have diverged significantly between the United States and the European Union. In the first five months of 2026, the United States saw a 28 percent increase in Russian fertilizer impo

Italian agricultural sector development and renewal

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Italy hosts agricultural summits on agroecology and water scarcity

The Italian agricultural sector is increasingly focusing on pathogen prevention, technological innovation, and generational renewal. In Puglia, efforts are directed toward training farmers and nursery workers to combat t

Rising energy costs and new Italian industrial policies

10 clusters · 120 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Energy costs impact Italian healthcare facilities and hospitals

The energy crisis in Italy has intensified, with the conflict in Iran contributing to an estimated 16.5 billion euro burden on families and businesses compared to February prices. Fuel costs represent nearly half of this

Italian and EU agri-food export and import trends

7 clusters · 39 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: EU agricultural trade surplus declines as processing investments rise

The Italian agri-food sector has experienced significant shifts in export values and commodity trends. In 2025, agri-food exports reached a record of over 72 billion euros, a 5.6% annual increase, with ‘Made in Italy’ pr

Xylella fastidiosa detection in Southern Italy

4 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Xylella fastidiosa monitoring and research updates in Italy

The bacterium Xylella fastidiosa has been detected in southern Italy, affecting both Calabria and Basilicata. In Calabria, the subspecies pauca was identified in the Taurianova area of the Reggio Calabria province. Molec

Health risks and addictive behaviors of ultra-processed-f

56 clusters · 359 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Ultra-processed foods: nutritional complexity and health guidelines

Research increasingly links ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to severe health risks, including cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes, obesity, and dementia. A global study in The Lancet warned that the rise of UPFs constit

Theatrical residency summit in Badolato, Calabria

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Maya Oliva to perform choreographic study in Badolato

The town of Badolato, Calabria, hosted the “Ve. De. Re. - Vetrina Delle Residenze” from October 1 to 4, 2026. This event served as a showcase for theatrical residency programs in the region, organized by CReA (Centro di

Global energy market instability following Iran tensions

7 clusters · 536 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: EU energy costs exceed 100 billion euros amid Iran conflict

Global energy markets remain highly volatile due to military escalations between the United States and Iran, alongside conflict between Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia. Following US strikes on Iranian missile launchers on

Puglia agricultural and regional economic developments

5 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Puglia agricultural sector expects over 21,000 hires this autumn

Agricultural employment in Puglia is expanding at a rate of 4.3%, diverging from a 3.3% decline observed across Italy. This growth is concentrated in Foggia, where the sector represents over 12% of total employment. To m

Liguria regional student scholarship programs

3 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Liguria announces 2026 school scholarship applications

The Liguria Region has announced the application window for its 2026 school scholarship programs. Resident students attending primary, lower secondary, and upper secondary schools—at both state and private institutions—c

Scientific research and outreach events in Italy

3 clusters · 176 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Europe hosts diverse scientific and cultural events

In September 2026, various Italian academic institutions and organizations launched initiatives focused on research development and scientific outreach. Initial activities centered on doctoral and professional research c

Sugar content in yogurt products

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Children's yoghurts contain high sugar levels, research finds

Research and nutritional data have highlighted varying sugar levels in yogurt products. Comparative data indicates that while fruit yogurt generally contains less sugar by weight than plain milk ice cream, it contains si

EU Russian gas and LNG import trends

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: France becomes EU's top importer of Russian gas

European Union imports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) have seen significant fluctuations as the bloc works to reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels. In August, EU imports of Russian LNG fell by 46 percent month

US-Iran conflict and energy shocks drive oil volatility

1706 clusters · 3649 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Oil prices surge toward $100 amid US-Iran tensions

The military conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has entered its seventh month, characterized by a stalemate involving ‘Operation Economic Outcast,’ a blockade designed to isolate Iran from global trade. While the