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'Spain has talent; the challenge is funding and solving problems'At Ibiza Tech Forum 2026, Pilar Carrato explains why scale, financial discipline and exits are vital for Spanish startups and shows founders how to turn ideas into success.

Eight killed after drone hits bus in Russian-occupied part of UkraineEight people have been killed and 10 others injured after a drone hit a passenger bus travelling through a Russian-occupied part of Ukraine, Russia has said.

Chinese spies use LinkedIn to target UK officials and military staffChinese spies are targeting UK government and military staff on job websites including LinkedIn to try to get access to classified or sensitive information, MI5 has warned.

Do you find yourself aimlessly scrolling? You're not aloneIt's something many of us have experienced: You go on your phone to check something and - in the blink of an eye - you've been scrolling for an hour.

General strike: CGTP hails strong turnout, government says country 'operating normally'During the night shift, there was an almost total walkout in several National Health Service hospital units. Many schools are closed and flights have been cancelled.

Scientists are cracking the code of interspecies communication. Is that a good thing?In the Karoo, South Africa’s vast semidesert, an African striped mouse basks in the morning warmth outside the bush it calls home.

Forget flying: Why more travellers are combining luxury cruises with iconic rail journeysFrom Alpine train routes and Mediterranean cruises to cross-country adventures through Italy and the Rockies, cruise and rail holidays are booming as travellers embrace slower, more immersive ways to explore.

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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.

Zoé Manset: My Top 5 restaurants for a fabulous post-theatre meal in Londonf you, like me, find yourself buzzing with excitement whenever you leave the theatre needing to dissect every scene over a hearty meal and a glass of wine, these five late dining London restaurants will provide you with the perfect setting to do just that.

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Getting around the UK capital, Pt. 1: Public transport hacks from real Londoners

Lisbon’s month-long street party (is back): Sarah Nagaty’s guide to the Festival of Santo Antonio (updated)

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

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Bulgaria’s AI Generation: How digital skills are creating a new tech culture

Getting around the UK capital, Pt. 1: Public transport hacks from real Londoners

Lisbon’s month-long street party (is back): Sarah Nagaty’s guide to the Festival of Santo Antonio (updated)

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

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Croatia is crowned ‘best country to visit in 2025,’ but will such success be its downfall?

Startup and tech trends for 2025: This year’s sectors and innovations to watch

Beyond Lisbon: Affordable and convenient cities for a new life in Portugal

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