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Over-reliance on chatbots can diminish critical-thinking skills, study findsDepending on AI can also potentially decrease the ability to discern misinformation, research says.

Extreme heat in Europe: Which countries face the biggest costs?France, Spain and Italy are among the European economies most exposed to the growing economic costs of extreme heat, which could reduce output by as much as 7% in some countries by 2030, Allianz Trade estimates.

Massive blasts in Moscow shatter even Putin’s protective shellNews of the damage must surely have found its way into the most isolated of bunkers.

MF DOOM to OnlyFantasy: 16 of the best podcasts of 2026 so farFrom a docuseries about enigmatic hip-hop artist MF Doom to an investigation into OnlyFans – here's the best new podcasts for you to listen to and watch.

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.

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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

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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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

Featured News

Kalina Varbanova: Five wild beaches on Bulgaria’s northeastern Black Sea coast

48 hours in Bern: A weekend in the posh Swiss capital will leave you feeling a little more human

Sarah Nagaty: My Top 3 funniest moments as an expat in Lisbon

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