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EU commission extends Covid certificate

The European Commission has extended the EU digital Covid certificate by one year to June 2023, it announced on Tuesday. "It will help us to manage a potential rise of infections after the summer if needed," said a European Commission spokesperson. "This does not mean that member states are now obliged to check the certificate when travelling," he said, noting that most limitations on free movement have been lifted.

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ECB: eurozone home prices could see 'disorderly' fall

The European Central Bank in its Financial Stability Review warned EU home prices could see a 'disorderly' fall as high mortgage rates are making houses unaffordable for households and unattractive for investors.

Adapting to Southern Europe's 'new normal' — from droughts to floods

Extreme weather events in recent months have worsened agricultural production in southern Europe, prompting concerns for authorities in Portugal, Spain, France and Italy. As countries will likely face dryer conditions, experts urge adaptation measures for the 'new normal'.

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