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Venezuela earthquakes death toll rises to 235 as search for survivors continuesAt least 235 people have been killed and 4,300 injured in powerful back-to-back earthquakes that hit Venezuela on Wednesday.

Scientists discover more than 1,100 new marine species in a single yearFrom ‘ghost sharks’ to worms on volcanic seamounts, scientists have discovered a complex array of life beneath the ocean surface

Is Climate Change Fueling Europe’s Heat Wave? Yes, Researchers Say.A scientific analysis concluded that such high temperatures, across so much of the continent, would “not have been possible” without global warming.

Best World Cup stadium? BBC Sport experts have their sayWith 16 cities across three nations hosting the 2026 World Cup, we have been treated to some very impressive stadiums.

Iran accuses NATO of ‘complicity’ in US war: What role did EU nations play?NATO boss tries to convince Trump that European allies were there for the US during war on Iran, revealing new details on the logistics behind the war.

Russia is still inching forward in eastern Ukraine, but experts say claims of progress are exaggeratedKyiv, Ukraine — Russia is still inching forward in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region, where it has concentrated the bulk of its troops, as it continues efforts to encircle the key “fortress belt” city of Kostyantynivka and the city of Lyman.

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Mariam Thaler: My practical guide to Santos Populares, an entire month of partying in LisbonLisbon has five seasons, the usual four and the fifth, its very own Santos Populares … far and away my favourite. Come June and the city turns into one big party, or rather many parties, called arraial (plural:arraiais), in every corner of the city.

Heat in Greece, Pt. 1: ‘We need to demand better solutions’Deadly heatwaves are sadly becoming more common in Greece, as the Mediterranean country is experiencing some of the worst climate change in the region.

Beach Clubs: An actually relaxing seaside workation in AntalyaThis year, we needed a getaway just to avoid burnout. Our workations to Izmir, which is a party town, are more like marathons because we rush around town, catching up with friends, checking out our old stomping grounds and drinking way too many cocktails.

Hosting as an expat in Europe (updated): The good, bad and the ugly of dealing with guestsMost of our guests are awesome and truly generous. One leaves money around the house for us to find after she leaves AND tries to pick up more than her share of the expenses. Other friends take real pleasure in treating you to dinner, drinks or whatever. But there are also guests who are just amazingly inconsiderate or just oblivious.

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

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Ellery Weil: How to celebrate the 4th of July in London

In the AI jobs disruption, if you’re not on the bus, you’re under the bus

Expat-founded Nearfield Instruments lands $380 million investment on a valuation of $1.6 billion

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Brexit 10 years on: The view of a Brit who got out just in time

Ellery Weil: How to celebrate the 4th of July in London

In the AI jobs disruption, if you’re not on the bus, you’re under the bus

Expat-founded Nearfield Instruments lands $380 million investment on a valuation of $1.6 billion

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What to Brexpect on 4 July, Pt. 1: Brexit and other conservative calamities shape UK general election

Weekends with kids: Amusement parks you can drive to from Berlin

Move over, tennis: Padel is now Europe’s favourite sporting pastime

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