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French state covered up Nestle water scandal: Senate report
French state covered up Nestle water scandal: Senate report
Economy
by  AFP

The French government "at the highest level" covered up a scandal over the treatment of mineral water by food giant Nestle, including the iconic Perrier brand, a Senate investigation said Monday. - 'Highest level of the state' - In late 2020, new management at Nestle Waters claims to have discovered the use of prohibited treatments for mineral water at its Perrier, Hepar and Contrex sites.

Trump tariffs force EU to cut 2025 eurozone growth forecast
Trump tariffs force EU to cut 2025 eurozone growth forecast
Economy
by  AFP

The EU on Monday sharply cut its eurozone economic growth forecast for 2025 because of global trade tensions sparked by US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs. Beyond trade tensions, the EU warned the greater frequency of climate-related disasters such as forest fires and floods risked hurting economic growth.