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From Sofia and Lisbon to Leuven and Verona: Europe’s 10 best city breaks for 2027Bulgaria’s capital Sofia leads a new ranking of the 10 best city breaks in Europe, which also includes Lisbon in Portugal, Bristol in the UK, Leuven in Belgium and Verona and Italy.

White House ousts Kimberly Guilfoyle as US ambassador to GreeceKimberly Guilfoyle, the embattled US ambassador to Greece, has been forced out of her job by the White House following a string of reports about alleged misconduct, marking a sudden and spectacular downfall for a high-profile figure in the MAGA movement with close ties to President Donald Trump’s family.

Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer and has part of right lung removed, Vatican saysPope Leo XIV is recovering at a Rome hospital after a “successful” surgery to remove part of his right lung which was found to have a cancerous growth, according to a statement from the Vatican.

Why are Houthi missiles breaking through Saudi Arabia’s air defences?The group has used its weapons in concert, mixing drones and missiles of varying speeds to confound air defences.

What makes a beer Belgian, Spanish or British?The geography behind some of our most familiar lagers is more complicated than it seems.

Portugal begins construction of high-speed rail line linking Lisbon and Porto“Alongside the new Lisbon airport, high-speed rail lines represent the largest infrastructure projects the country will undertake this century," Miguel Pinto Luz, Portugal's minister of infrastructure and housing, said.

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New for 2025/26: Dispatches’ list of amusement parks in Europe open in winter including Christmas eventsLet’s face it … not everyone can ski. Or cares to ski. A lot of people just like to have family fun. So, you’d think more amusement parks in Europe would stay open in the chilly winter months because a little rain/snow/cold doesn’t force Europeans indoors. That said, a surprising number of amusement parks in Europe close their doors when the days get shorter and the weather colder. Fortunately, some of the best parks remain open for the winter season – and are open right now.Europe travel discounts

Europe’s outlet centers (updated): Ultra-luxury at (almost) affordable prices, along with mid-priced brandsThe smart expat knows there are two ways around paying buckets of euros for top-end goods: Consignment shops, and factory outlets. Buying goods second-hand doesn’t appeal to everyone. But getting new stuff deeply discounted … who doesn’t love that?

Aspiring expats: Could trading stress in the U.S. for the expat lifestyle in Europe guarantee a longer, happier life? (updated)This sounds like one of those clickbait headlines: “Do this one thing to live a longer, healthier life.” But it’s true – by simply adopting the expat lifestyle in Europe, Americans instantly improve the their statistical odds of living a longer, healthier life.

AI, satellites, smart mobility converge as Luxembourg makes logistics intelligent

Taylor Haught: How to build a social life after moving to Europe in your 30s

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

The best beach clubs in Europe for 2027

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AI, satellites, smart mobility converge as Luxembourg makes logistics intelligent

Taylor Haught: How to build a social life after moving to Europe in your 30s

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

The best beach clubs in Europe for 2027

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Carlo van de Weijer on AI: Will genuine intelligence prevail over artificial intelligence?

Maryna: Five simple things Ukrainian refugees in Germany do not miss

Dispatches’ list of the best of Amsterdam’s 2nd hand/vintage shopping

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