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'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemploymentA landmark report last month found Britain is grappling with a youth engagement crisis - with nearly one in eight 16 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training (Neet).

EU proposes new sanctions on Russian oil, 'shadow fleet', fisheries and soldiersThe new package of sanctions is intended to delay a scheduled review of the price cap on Russian oil, which has surged following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, to avoid granting Moscow economic relief.

New video of great white shark in Mediterranean goes viralA team of divers led by the Healthy Seas Foundation filmed a great white shark in the Mediterranean Sea, capturing what is said to be one of the first underwater videos of the giant predator in the region. 

These are the world’s best cities for food, according to Time OutExploring a city through its food gives you a taste — literally — of that place. Widely considered Latin America’s culinary capital, this coastal metropolis is known for seafood delicacies like ceviche.

Air passengers ‘risking lives by grabbing bags and filming in emergencies’Fines may be needed to deter travellers from retrieving hand luggage, says official from airlines body Iata.

What it's like to live in the world's safest countries for 2026Residents in Iceland, New Zealand and elsewhere explain the qualities that make their nations so peaceful.

Spain's visitor numbers hit new highs as tourists avoid Middle EastFrom the rooftop terrace of a hotel, Fede Fuster looks out across Benidorm, at the nearby high-rise buildings and the town's famous, sweeping beach.

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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.

Best beaches on Cyprus: Our complete guide to both the Greek and Turkish sides of the islandCyprus is a Mediterranean paradise where some of the best beaches in Europe are waiting. This sunny island, surrounded by crystal-clear waters, framed by golden sandy beaches and formed under the influence of a unique mix of Greek and Turkish cultures, is located where Europe meets Asia and Africa.

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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

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

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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

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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

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

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

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