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EU summit: Leaders arrive in Brussels for showdown over bloc’s €2 trillion budgetThe second day of the EU summit is underway, with a heavy focus on the bloc's next seven-year budget, which the European Commission has pencilled at €2 trillion.

UK could keep special pre-Brexit terms if it rejoined EU, Michel Barnier saysMichel Barnier has said Britain could regain its special terms if it rejoined the EU and claimed it was becoming clearer every day to the British people that they would be stronger in Europe.

I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro on my handsI have no legs, so the thought of tackling the nearly 6,000-metre peak seemed crazy. But after reflection, and hard physical training, I decided to give it a go.

From Foxconn to Nvidia: Why France is so attractive for Europe’s AI infrastructureFoxconn, Nvidia and Mistral AI announce major AI infrastructure deals at Europe's VivaTech conference, with France's cheap nuclear energy and homegrown talent drawing global investment.

This Is the Happiest City in the World—and It Excels at Work-life Balance, Sustainability, and Quality of LifeFrom extensive public transit and paid leave to strong civic participation, Copenhagen offers a model for urban well-being.

US and Iran sign deal, but who really won? Here's what to knowTrump signed the framework deal at Versailles while Pezeshkian signed in Tehran, pledging to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and triggering 60 days of further talks. Analysts say the terms leave Tehran in a stronger position than the deal's framing suggests.

Western Europeans believe crime is rising despite fall in overall rates, poll findsWestern Europeans believe crime is rising in their country, according to a survey, despite long-term overall crime rates falling across the region since the mid-1990s.

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Hosting as an expat in Europe (updated): The good, bad and the ugly of dealing with guestsMost of our guests are awesome and truly generous. One leaves money around the house for us to find after she leaves AND tries to pick up more than her share of the expenses. Other friends take real pleasure in treating you to dinner, drinks or whatever. But there are also guests who are just amazingly inconsiderate or just oblivious.

Backpacking with Baby, Pt. 1: A useful guide to travelling in Southeast Asia with a young childWhen I first announced to friends and family that my partner and I were planning on taking our 18-month old backpacking through Southeast Asia for four months, the responses ranged from “Amazing! But how!?’” to “Are you crazy?” I

Dispatches’ list of the Top 10 beaches in EuropeFor some, this could be a secluded spot with a few people. For others, it could be a holiday getaway for the whole family, and for others, this could be a resort with endless parties and frivolity.

Aegina: The authentic Greek island experience conveniently close to AthensThe island of Aegina is located in the Saronic Gulf, about 25 kilometers southwest of the port of Piraeus, the main port of Athens. Aegina’s proximity to the capital makes it an ideal spot for a weekend away or even a day trip for those weary of the city.

Dispatches’ ultimate guide for your Turkish coastal escape 2025: Hidden beaches of the Antalya Coast and the AegeanTurkey is a colorful mosaic of cultural heritage and nature. The most stunning hidden beaches are located along the Aegean Sea on the north and the Antalya Coast farther south on the Mediterranean. (Marmaris is traditionally the dividing line between the Med and the Aegean.)

Netherlands offering 49 euro train tickets (off peak-hours) from 30 June through 31 August

Joanna Kalafatis: The best Greek islands for Digital Nomads

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Netherlands offering 49 euro train tickets (off peak-hours) from 30 June through 31 August

Joanna Kalafatis: The best Greek islands for Digital Nomads

Croatia Biz Briefing: Meet Croatia’s fire and rescue robodog fitted with AI startup Abysalto’s software

From companies house to business banking: A helpful guide to starting a business in the UK

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Expat Essentials: What you need to know to make life easier in Europe

Debut Dispatches list: Who you must know in Europe’s startup and tech universe

For expat architect Keith Gibson, his home is his castle

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