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EU sues IBM and two European firms over troubled entry/exit border systemThe rollout has faced significant difficulties: some passengers at peak times have missed their flights as a result of delays blamed on the new technology and a lack of staff at the border.

US Army soldier arrested in UK on suspicion of espionage related to RussiaThe unnamed soldier was arrested by British counterterror police “working closely with US authorities, US Military and the FBI,” the Metropolitan Police said in a statement. He remains in custody at a London police station.

More than 3,000 tarantulas concealed in socks seized at Peru AirportHidden spiders were discovered by customs agents before the arachnids could be smuggled to Germany. According to the National Forestry and Wildlife Service (SERFOR), one tarantula can sell for around €500 ($560) in Europe.

Kim Kardashian's Skims offers refunds for $148 advent calendar after backlashThe accessories advent calendar promised "twelve days of fun surprises" but has been mocked online, with some comparing them to something you would find down the back of a sofa.

A New Formula for Wellness Travel: Health Tests, Labs and Novak DjokovicAs the wellness-tourism market soars toward trillions, Aman Group aims to lure wealthy travelers with personalized diagnostics and programming informed by the 24-time tennis Grand Slam champion

The fierce battle for James Bond is playing out in publicIt’s been five years since Daniel Craig bid farewell to the role of 007 in “No Time to Die,” which ended with a closing credit promise that “James Bond will return.” And while corporate machinations have slowed the character’s reappearance, the battle to play cinema’s most famous secret agent is playing out more publicly than usual.

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A first-hand account: Renting an apartment in SwedenUsually when you look for an apartment, you browse listings online, go to a few viewings, sign a lease, done. But renting a place works a little bit differently in Sweden. It’s less of a process and more of a long game. And if you don’t understand how it works, it can be confusing; and honestly, a bit defeating at times.

Nina Danilova: My favorite thrift and vintage stores in Florence, Italy’s premiere city of fashionThe first city one would perhaps name when thinking of Italian fashion today is Milan; however, it’s Florence that has been driving Italian style for centuries.

Thom Harding: My favorite kindercafés and family friendly restaurants in Vienna when it’s too cold for the parkDuring the next few months, I hope to use my position as a new father to lift the lid on the huge amount of events, locales and happenings arranged by the city of Vienna for families.

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France wants to build AI, but Luxembourg wants to put it to work

Joanna Kalafatis: How to test out Greece before you move

Art for art’s sake: Dispatches’ curated list of the best art exhibitions for 2027

Moldova Wine Tours: Wineries and authentic wine experiences

Featured News

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Business

Villa Vie Odyssey: Seagoing expats’ never-ending journey comes to an abrupt end

Global Biz Briefing: A billion here, a billion there and pretty soon you’re talking real money

Food delivery in Berlin: The dark, exploitative underbelly of a seemingly innocent service

Expat Essentials

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Moldova Wine Tours: Wineries and authentic wine experiences

Is a delayed flight in Europe secretly a good thing?

Dispatches’ wining, dining and dancing guide to Valencia

IN OTHER NEWS...

All you need to know about bringing your dog to Barcelona

Born in the USA: Trump is done, but the worst may be yet to come

Greece’s Second City: Why Digital Nomads should consider Thessaloniki

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