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Brexit rule could see UK passport holders banned from Spain for three years
Every year, millions of UK residents travel to Spain for their holidays, keen to soak up some sunshine and some Spanish culture. The European nation has long been UK tourists' favourite, with Spain once again expected to welcome a large number of...

Death by Falling: A Timeline of Cases Across Russia and Abroad
A growing number of Russian officials, business executives and public figures have died under strange or violent circumstances since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Many were said to have fallen from windows and balconies....

Alleged Estonian human trafficker detained at Lithuanian border after Poland boosts checks
An Estonian citizen allegedly transporting migrants who entered the EU illegally via Belarus was detained on the Poland–Lithuania border on Monday by Polish border guards. Poland introduced additional checks on its borders with Lithuania and...

Will small nationalisms remake Europe?
San Candido is Italy — if only someone would tell the locals. Even before you arrive, past needle peaks and pine trees, you’ll notice the road signs: “Innichen” defiantly above, “S. Candido” almost a nickname below. Once you reach the centre, the...

Eurozone Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the eurozone. Twenty countries in the European Union use the euro as their currency and comprise the eurozone. Facts The countries in the eurozone are: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia,...

Brits issued 'banned' Foreign Office warning which lasts 'three years'
The Foreign Office has issued a warning to UK holidaymakers that they could face a three-year ban from European getaways following Brexit. Post-Brexit changes mean that British citizens no longer enjoy the same freedom of movement within the EU,...

How many asylum seekers claim in the UK – compared with Europe
Small boat crossings are soaring in the UK - but the EU has seen a fall in claims Small boat crossings to the UK have hit record highs this year, and are expected to continue to rise over the summer. The UK and France are working to agree a new...

Greek Hotels Lead Europe in Revenue and Occupancy Growth
Greek hotels topped the rankings among 16 European countries in May 2025, posting the highest growth in both revenue per available room (RevPAR) and occupancy rates, according to a new report by MKG Consulting. The performance underscores Greece’s...

Paraguay Ascends To New Heights With 2025 Hot Air Balloon World Championship
Paraguay will host the inaugural Hot Air Balloon World Championship 2025. The event will be held from August 28 to 31 in Yguazú, in the department of Alto Paraná. The upcoming tournament will bring together 30 pilots from over 20 countries...

What to expect in the fuel market: experts warn of risks
In the near future, fuel prices in Latvia are expected to remain at current levels with possible moderate fluctuations — either upward or downward, according to Ieva Ligere, Chair of the Board of the Latvian Fuel Traders Association, in a...

Radu Jude, Abdellatif Kechiche Head to Locarno as Swiss Fest Announces Lineup, An ‘Ambitious and Exciting Edition’
Switzerland’s Locarno Film Festival has announced its full lineup, which will see Radu Jude, Abdellatif Kechiche and Ben Rivers competing for its prestigious Golden Leopard. Jude, who won the Special Jury Prize only two years ago – for “Do Not...

Arizona State’s athletic director discusses NIL settlement impact
Arizona State athletic director Graham Rossini was adamant that the turbulent collegiate landscape won’t negatively impact the university. “We want all 26 of our sports to be able to continue to grow and thrive in this environment,” Rossini said....

US Spy Plane Restarts Snooping on Russia as Trump Loses Patience With Putin
A U.S. Air Force spy plane has flown a fresh sortie close to Russian territory after spending months in the Middle East, flight data shows. The RC-135V Rivet Joint by the call sign "JAKE17" took off from a British air force base on Tuesday and...

The story of Pixar’s latest flop: Why is ‘Elio’ the animation studio’s worst box office opening?
It could have been one of the cinematic stories of the summer; maybe even of the year. It was destined to be. However, Elio will end up being remembered, unfairly, as one of the big box office flops of 2025. There is always room for a comeback, as...

Budapest revealed among world’s sauna hotspots!
A new study has revealed which cities are home to the best saunas, with Budapest in Hungary ranking as the ninth best in the world! Stepping into a sauna can be a highly effective way to disconnect from daily life and recharge in a calm,...

Pay for roaming from S$2.95 daily with M1’s new Daily Passport
Enjoy worry-free and fuss-free roaming whether you’re on a quick day trip to Malaysia or going on a longer overseas vacation with M1’s new Daily Passport that operates under a “subscribe once, pay only when you use” model. According to M1, the...

REVEALED: The most family-friendly airports in the world
iCandy has launched the Little Flyers Index, a global index that ranked over 100 international airports based on how well they cater to families to make family travel smoother. The index looks at key features that matter most to parents on the...

Pitch of neglect: How corporate apathy and elite snobbery are killing Nigerian football
It is one of contemporary Nigeria’s most perplexing ironies: while millions of Nigerians pay through their noses to keep up with the English Premier League (EPL), the very soil that grew their football passion—home-grown Nigerian football—is left...

Europe's Best and Worst Places to Swim This Summer, According to New EU Report
Europe's beaches and lakes remain some of the cleanest in the world, with over 85% of monitored bathing waters rated "excellent" in the latest assessment. The European Environment Agency, in cooperation with the European Commission, released the...

What are wetlands – and why do they matter?
Wetlands can be tough places for people to spend time in. Treacherous to traverse and dangerous to build on, some assault our ears and skin with the buzz and bristle of mosquitoes, and our noses with the scent of mud and decay. Low-lying by...