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Dozens hurt in Bologna protests after man dies while being restrained by policeProtests have taken place in Italy after the death of a Moroccan-born man while being forcibly restrained by two police officers in the northern city of Bologna.

From 1 to 10: Inside the 20-year status decline of the American passportIn 2006, a United States passport was the ultimate ticket to the world, offering its citizens a level of global access matched only by two other nations: Denmark and Finland.

Air passenger rights reform: What the new rules mean for you Passengers stand in the terminal of the airport in Frankfurt Main, Germany, Tuesday March 12, 2013.It's official: air passengers across the bloc will enjoy stronger rights from mid-2027. The European Parliament and the European Council approved the agreement reached earlier in June to strengthen passengers’ protection against flight disruptions.

Meta’s smartglasses mean any child can be covertly filmed. In the age of AI, how do we tackle that risk?The company argues that it’s for individuals to ensure they don’t ‘actively exploit’ this technology. That won’t keep children safe.

Europe’s treaties leave no room for dictatorship in a member state – if we actually enforce themEurope always prides itself on its values. But what is the actual state of these much-lauded ‘European values’?

Which countries have been banned from the World Cup?Which countries have been banned from the World Cup? 14 July 2026 4 minutes FIFA World Cup This year’s World Cup features an absense of Russia, who have been banned from the last two tournaments. Image: Shutterstock At least 13 nations have been banned from World Cup tournaments throughout the years – but why?

Spain Celebrates Both a Soccer Win and a Sense of Wider SuccessFor many fans, the World Cup victory cemented a belief that something promising — a cultural, economic and sports revival — is happening in the country.

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Summer in Vienna: Where to heat up the party and where to cool down afterwardsLife moves outside in the summer, and it is common to see the city squares and streets filled with bars spilling out onto the street, or people sitting around in the shaded refuge of the city parks. Later in the evening there are many outside events and parties, with Vienna hosting many cultural and music festivals.

Summer with the small humans: Adventures in the Netherlands they’ll never forgetThe Netherlands has tons of attractions for kids including great theme parks, kid-focused museums and parks.

Thanks, climate change (updated): How I got tick-borne Lyme Disease without even knowing itWhen we think of global warming, we tend to think of melting ice caps and rising seas. Climate change is still an abstraction for most people. But I can assure you the real and present danger is the spread of tiny little parasites that spread diseases from hot climes to cold.

Nina Danilova: My favorite thrift and vintage stores in Florence, Italy’s premiere city of fashionKnowing where to look and being ready to travel outside of the city center, you will soon find out that Florentine vintage and thrift-shops are full of real gems that cater to the most fastidious visitors and fashion novices alike.

Dr. Kris Bryant: Austria is hiking heaven … and a tick-borne encephalitis hotspotEditor’s note: With climate change, the area for tick-borne encephalitis has expanded. This post has been updated with information about Austria’s tick vaccine. You can see current information here on encephalitis hotspots in Austria, Switzerland and Denmark.

‘We are blessed’: British expat Jackie Harding on healthcare in the Netherlands

New for 2026: Dispatches’ guide to the best art exhibitions across Europe (updated)

Zoë Prifti: My list of the best places to watch the sunset in London, and things to do while you’re watching

Getting around in Italy: A transportation system that’s second to none

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‘We are blessed’: British expat Jackie Harding on healthcare in the Netherlands

New for 2026: Dispatches’ guide to the best art exhibitions across Europe (updated)

Zoë Prifti: My list of the best places to watch the sunset in London, and things to do while you’re watching

Getting around in Italy: A transportation system that’s second to none

Featured News

Oxana Skibun: My guide to experiencing the more authentic off-season side of Phuket

Sarah Nagaty in the U.S.: Understanding why Americans leave for Portugal, and what they lose

Latest PwC Baltic CEOs Survey shows leaders striving to remain optimistic in challenging times

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