Safety

Health Sciences Authority (Singapore) hsa.gov.sg · 18 Aug 2026

Advisory on the use of ivermectin for unproven clinical uses

Ministry of the Interior of Estonia siseministeerium.ee · 18 Aug 2026

Siseminister Taro töönädalal Kagu-Eestis: piirialade käekäik mõjutab kogu Eesti julgeolekut

Siseminister Igor Taro koos Siseministeeriumi juhtkonnaga töötab sel nädalal Kagu-Eestis, et kohtuda kohalike omavalitsuste, Siseministeeriumi valitsemisala asutuste, vabatahtlike ning koostööpartn...

Natural Resources Canada canada.ca · 18 Aug 2026

Canada and Quebec support community resilience to wildfires

European Commission — DG European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid (ECHO) civil-protection-humanitarian-aid.ec.europa.eu · 18 Aug 2026

Joint statement ahead of the World Humanitarian Day

Ahead of World Humanitarian Day on 19 August, Kaja Kallas, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, and Hadja Lahbib Commissioner for E...

Ministry of Health (Luxembourg) public.lu · 18 Aug 2026

Incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes en Belgique : les autorités luxembourgeoises suivent la situation et formulent des recommandations à la population

En raison de l’incendie actuellement en cours dans les Hautes Fagnes, dans l’est de la Belgique, des fumées ainsi qu’une forte odeur de brûlé peuvent être perceptibles dans plusieurs parties du Lux...

Ministry of Health (Luxembourg) public.lu · 18 Aug 2026

Cellule d’évaluation interministérielle: incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes – conditions actuellement favorables pour le Luxembourg

La Cellule d’évaluation interministérielle s’est réunie à nouveau aujourd’hui. Elle a analysé les dernières informations disponibles concernant l’incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes, en Belgique, et se...

Ministry of Health (Luxembourg) public.lu · 18 Aug 2026

Incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes: point de situation au Luxembourg et maintien des recommandations de précaution

La Cellule d’évaluation interministérielle s’est réunie ce matin pour examiner l’évolution de la situation liée à l’incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes, en Belgique. Des dépassements du seuil d’informa...

DOJ Environment and Natural Resources Division justice.gov · 18 Aug 2026

Kentucky Man Pleads Guilty to Falsifying Clean Air Act Reports

High Commission for National Protection (HCPN) hcpn.gouvernement.lu · 18 Aug 2026

Cellule d'évaluation interministérielle: incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes – conditions actuellement favorables pour le Luxembourg

La Cellule d’évaluation interministérielle s’est réunie à nouveau aujourd’hui. Elle a analysé les dernières informations disponibles concernant l’incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes, en Belgique, et se...

European Commission — DG Maritime Affairs and Fisheries oceans-and-fisheries.ec.europa.eu · 18 Aug 2026

Turning the tide: Algae Scope's bio-based answer to PFAS

PFAS, or 'forever chemicals', are commonly used to make textiles and other materials resistant to water and fire. However, because they persist in the environment and build up in living organisms, ...

Maritime and Coastguard Agency gov.uk · 18 Aug 2026

Guidance: MGN 718 (M+F): 2026 IMO amendment to PSSR

This notice provides the updated policy on the implementation of IMO Resolution MSC.560(108) in relation to Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR).

ŠÚKL (Štátny ústav pre kontrolu liečiv) sukl.sk · 18 Aug 2026

MSC: Tamoxifen (tamoxifén, 10 mg a 20 mg tablety): prerušenie dodávky liekov

MSC (Medicine Shortage Comunication) predstavuje formu priamej komunikácie zdravotníckym pracovníkom, prostredníctvom ktorej držiteľ rozhodnutia o registrácii lieku poskytuje dôležité informác...

Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) igj.nl · 18 Aug 2026

Fouten met medicijnen bij ouderen die thuis wonen zijn te voorkomen

Goede samenwerking tussen artsen, apothekers en wijkverpleging kan fouten met medicijnen voor kwetsbare ouderen die thuis wonen voorkomen of verminderen.

Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz und Katastrophenhilfe (BBK) bbk.bund.de · 18 Aug 2026

Chronik der BABZ

Die Bundesakademie für Bevölkerungs- und Zivilschutz (kurz: BABZ) in Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler bietet seit Jahrzehnten Fachwissen und Schulungen für den Zivilschutz und blickt auf eine lange Geschicht...

European Commission — DG Maritime Affairs and Fisheries oceans-and-fisheries.ec.europa.eu · 18 Aug 2026

Commission approves Maltese State aid for fishing companies facing increased fuel prices

The European Commission has approved a €700,000 Maltese State aid scheme to support companies active in primary production of fishery products facing increased fuel prices due to the Middle East cr...

Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation ansto.gov.au · 18 Aug 2026

National kids science comp winners

National kids science comp winners Published on the 18th August 2026 by ANSTO StaffShare to FacebookShare to BlueskyShare to LinkedIn ANSTO is delighted to announce the winners of the 2026 Thi...

Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (Japan) pmda.go.jp · 18 Aug 2026

[SHINSA]One-Stop Service Platform by ENSEMBLExJ page updated

European Union Aviation Safety Agency easa.europa.eu · 17 Aug 2026

New report examines atmospheric icing in a changing climate

EASA has published a new report on the state of science and knowledge on atmospheric icing in a climate change context, developed under the European Network on Impact of Climate Change on Aviation ...

Canadian Coast Guard canada.ca · 17 Aug 2026

Canada’s largest icebreaker reaches the North Pole

Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Louis S. St-Laurent, Canada’s largest, most powerful icebreaker, reached the North Pole on August 16 as part of its 2026 Arctic deployment.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cdc.gov · 17 Aug 2026

CDC Statement on Newly Released Kindergarten Vaccination Data

CDC data show kindergarten vaccination rates remain high, with a slight 0.1% decline in coverage.

Transport Canada canada.ca · 17 Aug 2026

Government of Canada invests $32 million in Eastern Canada ferry infrastructure to support connectivity

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that Transport Canada has awarded a $32-million contract to Dexter Cons...

Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission canada.ca · 17 Aug 2026

Commission amends the licensing basis for Bruce Power’s Bruce A and B Nuclear Generating Stations

Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to amend the licensing basis for lutetium-177 production at the Bruce A and B Nuclear Generating Stations.

European Commission — DG European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid (ECHO) civil-protection-humanitarian-aid.ec.europa.eu · 17 Aug 2026

EU provides €2.3 million in emergency humanitarian funding to curb cholera outbreak in West and Central Africa

To support Nigeria, Cameroon, the Central African Republic and Chad in addressing the ongoing cholera epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, more than 61,000 cholera cases were repor...

European Commission — DG European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid (ECHO) civil-protection-humanitarian-aid.ec.europa.eu · 17 Aug 2026

EU mobilises support as wildfires spread across Europe

The EU has deployed assistance to Belgium and Spain following their activation of the EU civil protection mechanism (UCPM), as wildfires continue to affect several parts of Europe.

Natural Resources Canada canada.ca · 17 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Carney announces the largest clean energy investment in North American history

On August 17, 2026, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, alongside the Premier of Québec, Christine Fréchette, the Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, Tony Wakeham, and the CEOs of Hydro-Québec and N...

European Commission — DG European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid (ECHO) civil-protection-humanitarian-aid.ec.europa.eu · 17 Aug 2026

EU mobilises civil protection assistance for earthquake-hit Colombia

The civil protection assistance complements the €2.1 million in emergency humanitarian funding announced by the EU on 12 August. EU humanitarian partners are providing health, water, sanitation, an...

Environment and Climate Change Canada canada.ca · 17 Aug 2026

Dr. Stewart Elgie and Geneviève Morin selected as co-chairs during the first meeting of the Expert Taskforce on Natural Capital Accounting and Nature Financing

On Friday August 14th, 2026, the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature) met with members of the Expert Taskforce on Natural Capital Accounting and Nature Financing for the Taskfor...

Health Sciences Authority (Singapore) hsa.gov.sg · 17 Aug 2026

Recall of B. Braun Ibuprofen Solution for Infusion 4mg/ml

Retail-level recall of B. Braun Ibuprofen Solution for Infusion 4mg/ml, containing ibuprofen, due to out-of-specification test results for impurities during stability study.

Centre for Food Safety (Hong Kong) cfs.gov.hk · 17 Aug 2026

Not to consume batch of imported spread product suspected to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Product name: Ktipiti Extra Red Pepper & Feta Cheese Spread Brand: L'atelier Blini Place of origin: France Net weight: 175 grams Batch number: 12262661 Use-by date: August 30, 2026 Importer: Ci...

Canadian Coast Guard canada.ca · 17 Aug 2026

Canadian Coast Guard to host dedication ceremony for new Search and Rescue Lifeboat, CCGS Cascumpec Bay

Media are invited to the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) Search and Rescue Station in Shippagan, New Brunswick, where Serge Cormier, Member of Parliament for Acadie-Bathurst, will welcome the CCG’s newe...

IBAMA gov.br · 17 Aug 2026

Ibama abre prazo de 45 dias para pedido de audiência pública sobre implantação da BR-242/MT

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency gov.uk · 17 Aug 2026

MHRA consultation on statutory fees (2026)

Proposals for ongoing cost-recovery and to fund higher value services.

High Commission for National Protection (HCPN) hcpn.gouvernement.lu · 17 Aug 2026

Incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes: point de situation au Luxembourg et maintien des recommandations de précaution

La Cellule d'évaluation interministérielle s'est réunie ce matin pour examiner l'évolution de la situation liée à l'incendie dans les Hautes Fagnes, en Belgique.

Veterinary Medicines Directorate gov.uk · 17 Aug 2026

Recruitment for two Senior Scientific Officers in the Biologicals Team

Senior Scientific Officers, working on the authorisation in the UK of biological/immunological veterinary products.

Health Board (Terviseamet) terviseamet.ee · 17 Aug 2026

Rootsis toimunud Urkulti muusikafestivalil osalenute seas registreeriti leetrijuhtumeid

30. juulist 1. augustini Põhja-Rootsis Näsåkeris toimunud Urkulti muusikafestivalil osales ligikaudu 10 000 inimest, sealhulgas väliskülalisi. Rootsi rahvatervise ameti teatel viibis festivalil kol...

European Commission — DG Maritime Affairs and Fisheries oceans-and-fisheries.ec.europa.eu · 17 Aug 2026

Sweden tests light-guided shrimp fishing

Across Sweden’s west coast, debate about the future of fishing is growing more urgent. A Swedish government’s proposal to ban bottom trawling in marine protected areas have brought the issue into s...

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency gov.uk · 17 Aug 2026

Drivers can save up to 10 days by notifying DVLA of a medical condition online

Car and motorcycle licence holders can now notify DVLA of a wider range of medical conditions online, saving up to 10 days for a decision compared with paper applications.

State Agency of Medicines (Ravimiamet) ravimiamet.ee · 17 Aug 2026

Uuendati juhendit „Ohutusalase teabekirja edastamine tervishoiutöötajatele“

Ravimiamet uuendas juhendit „Ohutusalase teabekirja edastamine tervishoiutöötajatele“. Juhendisse lisati info, mis lihtsustab ohutusalase teabekirja edastamist perearstidele.

Ministry of Justice and Security (Netherlands) rijksoverheid.nl · 17 Aug 2026

De asielinstroom van week 33 bedroeg ongeveer 720

De asielinstroom van week 33, bestaande uit eerste asielaanvragen, herhaalde asielaanvragen, hervestiging, herplaatsing en nareizigers, bedroeg circa 720.

Ministry of Agriculture and Food (Norway) regjeringen.no · 17 Aug 2026

Prognosene for årets avling indikerer en god kornhøst

Sesongens første kornprognose fra Felleskjøpet Agri, peker mot gode avlinger. Særlig tilgangen på hvete ser ut til å øke betydelig.

RIVM rivm.nl · 17 Aug 2026

West Nile virus detected in a blood donor

A West Nile virus infection has been confirmed in a blood donor in the Netherlands. This occurred in August 2026 during a Sanquin study among blood donors from areas where the West Nile virus had p...

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency gov.uk · 17 Aug 2026

Guidance: 14-day assessment stepwise implementation programme for Phase 1 clinical trials

The stepwise implementation programme aims to deliver the first wave 1 regulatory assessment in 14 calendar days for qualifying applications by the end of 2026.

Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy of Slovenia gov.si · 17 Aug 2026

EU funding for a cycle route between Markovec and Koper city centre

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Cycle route Kvedrova cesta–Bolnica. The project will receive over €200 thousand from...

Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy of Slovenia gov.si · 17 Aug 2026

EU funding for a new cycling route in the Municipality of Kočevje

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for a project supporting the development of a new cycling route in the Municipality of Kočevje. The ...

Säteilyturvakeskus (STUK) stuk.fi · 17 Aug 2026

STUKin valvonta osoittaa, että Suomen säteilytilanne pysyi normaalina ja turvallisena vuonna 2025

Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management (Netherlands) rijksoverheid.nl · 17 Aug 2026

Campagne rondom landelijke vuurwerkinleverdagen van start

De nieuwe Wet veilige jaarwisseling is per 1 augustus van kracht. Hiermee komt een einde aan het in Nederland kopen, afsteken en in het bezit hebben van vuurwerk voor consumenten. Wat te doen met v...

Santé publique France santepubliquefrance.fr · 17 Aug 2026

Feux de forêt en Nouvelle-Aquitaine : une enquête auprès des médecins pour mesurer l’impact sanitaire et mieux accompagner les populations

Après les incendies qui ont touché la région, en particulier les départements de Gironde et des Landes, Santé publique France, avec l’appui de l’URPS Nouvelle Aquitaine et de l’ARS Nouvelle Aquitai...

Ministry of Social Affairs and Health (Finland) stm.fi · 17 Aug 2026

New operating models are transforming everyday health and social services with over 600 new ways to serve clients

Wellbeing services counties have introduced over 600 new operating models to speed up access to care, streamline services and expand the opportunities for using digital services. These reforms were...

Environmental Board (Keskkonnaamet) keskkonnaamet.ee · 17 Aug 2026

Karude küttimiseks on antud 13 eriluba

Keskkonnaamet on praeguseks üle riigi andnud 13 eriluba karude küttimiseks, tänase seisuga on nendest realiseeritud kaks – Harjumaal ja Põlvamaal. Eriloa karu küttimiseks saab anda üksnes korduvate...

SAHPRA sahpra.org.za · 16 Aug 2026

SAHPRA recalls certain batches of Enalapril 10mg Arya Commonly used to treat high blood pressure

Pretoria, 16 August 2026 – The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has initiated the recall of four batches of Enalapril 10mg Arya, a medicine commonly used to treat high bl...