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Brussels to open door to curbing Airbnb and second homes in bid to ease housing burdenAs housing prices become increasingly unsustainable in Europe, the European Commission plans to clarify when and how national authorities can restrict short-term rentals in areas under pressure, according to a document seen by Euronews.

Uber cuts 10% of global workforce in biggest layoffs since the pandemicUber is cutting 3,300 jobs worldwide as it strips out management layers and merges teams, saying the savings will fund growth in areas such as robotaxis.

Dutch central bank shifts billions in gold from US to Britain in ‘crisis preparedness’ moveThe Dutch central bank announced Wednesday that it has moved billions of dollars worth of its gold reserves out of North America in a move it described as “crisis preparedness” in a time of global political unrest.

Europe vows to stay united as hybrid war activity surgesEurope and Canada have said they won't succumb to the growing number of hybrid attacks from Russia. The show of unity comes as Germany takes the unprecedented step of formally blaming to the Kremlin for a drone incident at Leipzig airport last month.

Tenerife vs Lanzarote: How the two popular Canary Islands compare for a holidayBoth islands offer year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches and volcanic landscapes, but Tenerife and Lanzarote have very different personalities. Here’s what to expect from each, from outdoor adventures to culture, food and hotels, to help you decide which of these Canary Islands is right for you.

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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.

Expat housing expert Angelique Basten takes you through buying a house in the NetherlandsWhether you’re buying or renting in the Netherlands, you’re going to get an education. The real estate mania of the past few years seems to be cooling, with fewer instances of over-bidding and more units on the markets in major metropolitan areas. But driven by politics and the Netherlands’ – particularly Eindhoven’s – booming tech sector, there are more and more expats coming in to snap up new construction and existing housing.

Getting around in Italy: A transportation system that’s second to noneSo, 1.5 euros and an eight-minute ride to SMN gets me to group meet-ups, shopping, church and anywhere I want to go in the city, but also connects me to virtually everywhere else, whether visiting a friend in Sienna or a favorite restaurant in Lucca.

Sara Vordermeier: Why Reddit is the richest source of information before moving abroad

The US Army is set to purchase Orqa drones from Croatia

Moving to Portugal in 2026: All about the visa paperwork (and patience) required

Best Beaches in Albania: From Ksamil to the Albanian Riviera

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StartUp Health Finland ‘first of its kind’ partnership to connect Finnish talent with U.S. investors

Opinion: Refugees’ criticism of Austria shows ingratitude, unrealistic expectations

Possibility City: Eindhoven offers rare combination of talent, vision and affordability

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Sara Vordermeier: Why Reddit is the richest source of information before moving abroad

The US Army is set to purchase Orqa drones from Croatia

Moving to Portugal in 2026: All about the visa paperwork (and patience) required

Best Beaches in Albania: From Ksamil to the Albanian Riviera

Featured News

StartUp Health Finland ‘first of its kind’ partnership to connect Finnish talent with U.S. investors

Opinion: Refugees’ criticism of Austria shows ingratitude, unrealistic expectations

Possibility City: Eindhoven offers rare combination of talent, vision and affordability

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