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‘I have a lot more life here’: She couldn’t afford retirement in the US, so she relocated from California to PortugalThinking back to her decision to relocate to Portugal on her own five years ago, Paula Dreyfuss jokes that many people questioned her state of mind, as she’d never even visited the European country before.

Czechia, Iceland and Spain among Europe’s top trending destinations for 2026, new data revealsA new survey by Amadeus Travel Intelligence and UN Tourism reveals the European destinations that travellers are keen to explore, the markets fuelling demand and the regions expanding air connectivity.

Rising Zelenskyy and falling Netanyahu cross paths in chaotic White HouseUkrainian and Israeli leaders converge on Washington with criss-crossing fortunes, but knowing they can count on little from US counterpart.

Thinking about starting a life abroad? These are the best countries for expats in 2026In Europe, Spain, Portugal and Luxembourg made it into the top 10 – but Panama took the top spot for the third year in a row.

How Kenya’s flower industry is becoming more sustainableAfter years of criticism over water use, pollution and working conditions, the cut flower industry in Kenya is trying to show it can have a greener future.

Some people's chats with Claude AI found to be publicly available onlineThe search availability of the chat logs was removed over the weekend, but many were saved and shared widely online.

Dubai launches $800 incentive scheme to lure back tourists after Iran strikesA new program is offering UAE residents and citizens reward packages worth up to AED 3,000 (around $816) in exchange for nominating relatives or friends to come and visit Dubai.

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Geneva is ‘the most boring capital in Europe’? That’s hilarious ….As soon as I moved there, I was won over its cosmopolitan and artistic appeal, sporty feel, historical interest, quietness and dynamism. Geneva really does surprises and contrasts in spades.

Beyond Lisbon: Affordable and convenient cities for a new life in PortugalAfter having lived in Lisbon for six years, I remain a forever-faithful admirer of its charm. However, I have to admit that the idea of moving elsewhere in Portugal grows more appealing with each passing year (and each new apartment search).

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.

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