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Sardinian beach bans umbrellas for people aged 10 to 65Incredulous Italians ask if they should bring grandparents to beach to stay safe, after unpopular move in Villasimìus.

Only 1 in 10 Europeans see US as an ally — studyEuropeans' trust in the United States has plummeted since Donald Trump returned to the White House. Most Europeans also don't think the US would help if the continent were attacked.

Europe’s chaotic Entry/Exit System could take up to two years to stabilise, EU official warnsTwo months after Europe’s new biometric border checks launched, long queues and inconsistent procedures continue to frustrate travellers. Now, a Frontex official has warned that the troubled Entry/Exit System could take up to two years to fully stabilise.

How the UN’s General Assembly climate resolution changes everythingThe decision that brought international climate law out of the courtroom and into global politics.

Murder of Lyhanna, 11, enrages France and turns up heat on governmentFrance's government is under mounting pressure over the murder of an 11-year-old girl whose alleged killer had several times been denounced to police as a sex offender.

These are the best and worst airports in Europe, according to a new analysisThe new ranking from AirHelp looks at on-time performance, facilities and overall airport experience.

France and Germany abandon joint project to build European fighter jetParis and Berlin conclude firms involved unable to agree on way forward in blow to Europe’s common defence push.

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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.

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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

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

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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

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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

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