Archive for the 'Europe' Category

Italy man wins life support plea

Italy's top court says a man can disconnect the feeding tube that has kept his comatose daughter alive for 16 years.

EU plans tougher toy safety rules

New rules on toy safety standards are backed in the European Parliament and may become law next year.

Sextuplets born in Berlin clinic

The first German sextuplets for 20 years are born in Berlin and are said to be in a stable condition.

Dutch ‘HIV attack’ trial begins

Three men go on trial in the Netherlands accused of deliberately infecting at least 14 other men with HIV.

EU plans longer maternity leave

Brussels proposes longer maternity leave in EU states, but critics say governments and small businesses will balk at the cost.