Heat & Water Safety: Europe is bracing for another round of extreme heat, with forecasts pushing parts of Spain toward 40°C and “tropical nights” limiting relief, while a new EU bathing-water report says 96% of monitored sites meet minimum standards. Lake Velence Watch: Hungary’s Lake Velence is reported to be drying toward historic lows, raising alarms for tourism and wildlife. Szeged Soil Tests: After concerns around BYD-linked topsoil, accredited sampling around Szeged found no alkylbenzene contamination above limits, with authorities saying groundwater also remains monitored. Chemicals Rule Simplification: EU negotiators reached a provisional deal to simplify chemicals classification, labelling and packaging rules, aiming to cut red tape while keeping health and environmental safeguards. Wind Power Grid Prep: Hungary’s energy regulator is launching a survey for wind developers to map potential sites and grid connection capacity, including permits and environmental assessment status. Food Traceability Tech: A Hungarian embassy roundtable in Rome backed Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) analysis as a tool for olive-oil traceability and fighting food fraud. Mortgage Rate Cap: The Hungarian Banking Association is preparing proposals for the future of the mortgage rate cap, citing vulnerable borrowers and potential accounting impacts if changes are delayed or extended. Non-lethal Security Industry: Hungarian defence firm 4iG SDT and EDGE/CONDOR plan a Hungary-based joint venture and testing centre for non-lethal technologies.