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Europe is relieved, but problems remain

Europe is relieved, but problems remain

The EU breathed a sigh of relief in view of what looks likely to be a new government coalition in Athens willing to stick to the terms of the bailout agreement. The EU may even be prepared to grant minor concessions. It is not yet clear who will govern Greece. But it appears likely that [...]

Diesel exhausts do cause cancer, says WHO

Exhaust fumes from diesel engines do cause cancer, a panel of experts working for the World Health Organization says. It concluded that the exhausts were definitely a cause of lung cancer and may also cause tumours in the bladder. It based the findings on research in high-risk workers such as miners, railway workers and truck [...]

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Premature birth linked to worse mental health

Being born prematurely is linked to an increased risk of a range of mental health problems much later in life, according to researchers. Bipolar disorder, depression and psychosis were all more likely, the study in The Archives of General Psychiatry suggested. The overall risk remained very low, but was higher in premature babies. Experts cautioned [...]

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