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A national project: What green hydrogen is and why Spain is backing itSpain hopes to become Europe's green hydrogen leader, backed by its renewable resources. What is it, what is it for and what hurdles lie ahead?

The world's top cities for 2026 - and why they stand outWhat makes a city stand out on the world stage – and what makes it a great place to visit? According to Oxford Economics' 2026 Global Cities Index, the answer goes far beyond economic clout or beautiful architecture.

Temperature and social time: How hunter-gatherers ensure they get a good night's sleepHunter-gatherer communities are a window on how the human species learned to get a good night's rest. Here's what you can learn from them.

Europe’s centrists are finally paying the price of their extremismWhat is actually dying in Germany is not just a hitherto dominant party, but the image of centrist politicians as moderate technocrats.

Dubai launches Agentic AI training drive for 14,000 businessesThe initiative, launched by Dubai Chambers, is training private-sector companies to move beyond AI tools that simply respond to prompts and towards systems that can carry out tasks and make decisions with limited human input.

Hidden gem to holiday hotspot: How Albania became one of Europe’s fastest-growing travel destinationsThe number of tourists visiting the Balkan nation has doubled in the past decade as more and more people discover its fascinating history, brilliant beaches and awe-inspiring hiking trails.

Tax the rich, cap the rents: the policy mix helping Europe’s left push back the far-rightEuropeans are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis and rising inequalities. Skyrocketing rents are kicking people out of their cities, while the wealthiest one percent have never been richer. It is no surprise then that leftwing parties running on affordability and wealth redistribution platforms have been gaining ground.

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Charlotte Laborie: My Top 5 restaurants in NiceAre you heading for the French Riviera this summer? I got you covered boo. It’s a veritable paradise for foodies, with a dining scene that rivals the beauty of its azure coastline – I know, a bold statement, but trust me on this one.

Sara Vordermeier: My real life lessons from renting in GermanyIt’s common knowledge among foreigners moving to Germany that if you find a good flat in a good neighbourhood at a good price, from a good landlord, you should be saying, “Yes, yes, 100 times yes!” – to almost anything that the rental contract throws at you.

Joanna Kalafatis: The best Greek islands for Digital NomadsAfter the implementation of Greece’s digital nomad visa in 2021, the sunny Mediterranean country has become an even more attractive hub for remote workers. More and more people are fulfilling their dream of setting up a relatively stress-free life on a Greek island. But not all islands are created equally, especially when it comes to year-round living, connectivity and expat life.

France’s annual wine event: What exactly are you buying at the foire aux vins?

Lane Henry: Are the Dutch obsessed with diplomas?

Dispatches’ curated list of the top AI events across Europe

Paul Arnold: My practical guide to moving to Spain

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Sarah Nagaty: How has Lisbon changed recently?

Den Haag: A Dutch travel masterpiece without the tourist crowds (updated)

‘Piano, piano’: Carla Bastos on Italy’s (maddeningly) laid-back work culture

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France’s annual wine event: What exactly are you buying at the foire aux vins?

Lane Henry: Are the Dutch obsessed with diplomas?

Dispatches’ curated list of the top AI events across Europe

Paul Arnold: My practical guide to moving to Spain

Featured News

Sarah Nagaty: How has Lisbon changed recently?

Den Haag: A Dutch travel masterpiece without the tourist crowds (updated)

‘Piano, piano’: Carla Bastos on Italy’s (maddeningly) laid-back work culture

GLOBAL DISPATCHES

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