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US will seize and control Iran's Kharg Island and other key oil facilities, Trump saysTrump's social media post comes after the US and Iran traded strikes for a third day, pushing the region closer to the resumption of a full-scale war.

ECB raises eurozone interest rates as Iran war stokes inflationEuropean Central Bank increases main deposit rate to 2.25%, with two further rises expected by next spring.

Siesta then fiesta: Enjoy Europe like the localsAs temperatures soar across Europe, travellers are skipping the hottest hours and discovering that the continent's best summer experiences happen after sunset.

This World Cup, You Can Watch the Game From a Ref’s Point of ViewReferees for the 2026 World Cup will be wearing cameras positioned at their temples, allowing TV audiences to see a live view of the pitch from a vantage point they never have before.

Geo explainer: Why are wildfires getting worse?It is undeniable that record-breaking wildfires are happening with increasing regularity across the world. Discover the several reasons behind increasingly common wildfires around the world, including those in California.

Stickers, shirts and beer: 2026 World Cup could earn Portugal up to €945 millionDespite not hosting a single match, Portugal could see nearly €1 billion in economic benefits from a World Cup increasingly driven by digital engagement and consumer spending, according to a new study.

From welder to wealthy: SpaceX IPO could make thousands of employees millionaireshe stock market debut of Elon Musk's AI and space company could make thousands of SpaceX employees significantly wealthier, including some of the firm's lowest-paid staff.

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Backpacking with Baby, Pt. 1: A useful guide to travelling in Southeast Asia with a young childWhen I first announced to friends and family that my partner and I were planning on taking our 18-month old backpacking through Southeast Asia for four months, the responses ranged from “Amazing! But how!?’” to “Are you crazy?” I

Dispatches’ list of the Top 10 beaches in EuropeFor some, this could be a secluded spot with a few people. For others, it could be a holiday getaway for the whole family, and for others, this could be a resort with endless parties and frivolity.

Aegina: The authentic Greek island experience conveniently close to AthensThe island of Aegina is located in the Saronic Gulf, about 25 kilometers southwest of the port of Piraeus, the main port of Athens. Aegina’s proximity to the capital makes it an ideal spot for a weekend away or even a day trip for those weary of the city.

Dispatches’ ultimate guide for your Turkish coastal escape 2025: Hidden beaches of the Antalya Coast and the AegeanTurkey is a colorful mosaic of cultural heritage and nature. The most stunning hidden beaches are located along the Aegean Sea on the north and the Antalya Coast farther south on the Mediterranean. (Marmaris is traditionally the dividing line between the Med and the Aegean.)

New for 2026: Dispatches’ list of Europe’s new theme parks and expansionshinking about checking out all the new theme parks in Dubai and the rest of the Middle East? We don’t think so. War is definitely a buzz kill. But relax … there’s so much going on in Europe you’ll have your choice of new and improved parks to keep you, your friends and your family entertained all summer.

Polya Pencheva: Dispatches’ list of the must-see 2026 music festivals in Belgium

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Polya Pencheva: Dispatches’ list of the must-see 2026 music festivals in Belgium

Hey startups, RVO is a one-stop shop for everything from funding to international expansion

Confused about Sweden’s new citizenship rules? Here’s what changed

Moriah Costa: Must-see Paris exhibitions for summer 2026

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Business

Hey startups, RVO is a one-stop shop for everything from funding to international expansion

EBB: EU raises the ante with 5 billion euro Scaleup Europe Fund, but is it enough?

Hiring has begun: American luxury EV maker Lucid Motors is expanding to 12 European countries

Expat Essentials

Travel

Wine, castles and winding roads: Exploring the heart of Chianti by Vespa

Galyna Rogovska: My ultimate guide to 32 of Phuket’s most popular beaches

Oxana Skibun: Traveling to Rhodes in 2026? Here’s what I’d do

IN OTHER NEWS...

New for 2026: Dispatches’ guide to the best art exhibitions across Europe (updated)

Wine, castles and winding roads: Exploring the heart of Chianti by Vespa

The Bosch Parade: An avant garde event inspired by an otherworldly 15th century Dutch artist

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