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Italy to ban veils in schools, limit foreign students per class, Meloni saysThe integration of migrants, particularly those from Muslim-majority countries, remains contentious in Italian politics and society. Debates over religious symbols, cultural integration, citizenship rules and immigration policy frequently polarize public opinion.

Largest attack on Moscow sees Ukraine fire hundreds of drones, mayor saysUkraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed Kyiv had hit a "key" Russian oil facility and a logistics site in the region with drones and missiles, representing "billions of dollars that sustain the war machine".

‘The rules have changed’: has Russia begun to order assassinations on US soil?“It looks like starting from today, the rules have changed in America,” Dobrokhotov, 43, said. “We will have to change how we behave there. Nowhere is safe.”

Oktoberfest opens as Munich mayor taps first beer kegThousands of visitors streamed onto Munich's Oktoberfest grounds as the world-famous beer festival got underway. Some spent the night outside the gates to secure coveted places in the festival tents.

From Opus Dei alumni to McKinsey consultants: The clans that run Spain’s biggest companiesMany executives and board members at the largest listed firms in Spain share ties through the same consulting firms, business schools or senior public-sector posts. Experts warn of the risks posed by these tightly knit networks of power, .

.I visited the 'Venice of the Alps,' Lake Annecy. I think it's going to be the next big European destination for Americans.Move over, Lake Como. Nestled in the French Alps, I found Lake Annecy to be the perfect stop on a trip to France or Europe more broadly, especially if you love the outdoors.

From Montreal to Berlin, Cities Aim to Stay Open 24 HoursWhile New York City is often dubbed the city that never sleeps, it technically takes a short nap at 4 a.m., per New York State’s mandated “last call.” Perhaps Berlin or Tokyo should take the title: There, bars can legally serve alcohol 24 hours a day.

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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.

Cycling in the Netherlands: A practical guide for expatsEven in a busy city like Amsterdam, you can get pretty much anywhere in 10-25 minutes; you can leave whenever you want with no need to wait for public transport schedules; there are no extortionate parking fees to pay. Yes, the weather more than occasionally messes with the postcard image, but ultimately you get used to that. So, if you’re ready to embrace life on two wheels, here’re the basics you need to know.

Several awkward coffee dates and one happy ending: What dating in Spain taught a reserved British expatTo this rather reserved Brit who wasn’t used to the easy physicality of the Spanish, this came as something of a shock. Too much physical contact from someone who was, to me, still a stranger. It was an early lesson that everyday Spanish friendliness can feel surprisingly intimate to a Brit. She spoke English reasonably well, but the conversation went off the rails almost straight away. I opened with “qué tal?” (how are you?) and just got a one-word answer of “ok.”

Confused about Sweden’s new citizenship rules? Here’s what changedFor many expats living in Sweden, obtaining citizenship is a huge step in building a permanent life. But recent changes to the country’s citizenship laws effective 6 June have left many foreign residents wondering what the new rules mean for them. The good news is that not all of the proposed changes have taken effect yet. The bad news is that becoming a Swedish citizen is likely to become more challenging in the coming years. Here’s a breakdown of what has changed, and what’s still on the horizon.

Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre: Where Paris lets its hair down

Vietnam wants to be Southeast Asia’s medical tourism destination

Sarah Nagaty: How post-pandemic expats cheapened social life in Lisbon while making it more expensive

EBB: Two-year old AI chip startup Euclyd raises 200 million euro Series A

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Brussels Christmas Market 2025: A festival … and a financial boost for the region

Croatian startup SeaCras is keeping its eye on sea quality levels using satellites and AI

Ellery Weil: How to find the Thanksgiving experience in London

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Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre: Where Paris lets its hair down

Vietnam wants to be Southeast Asia’s medical tourism destination

Sarah Nagaty: How post-pandemic expats cheapened social life in Lisbon while making it more expensive

EBB: Two-year old AI chip startup Euclyd raises 200 million euro Series A

Featured News

Brussels Christmas Market 2025: A festival … and a financial boost for the region

Croatian startup SeaCras is keeping its eye on sea quality levels using satellites and AI

Ellery Weil: How to find the Thanksgiving experience in London

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