Trump attacks Spain calling it a ‘wasted cause’ and orders trade to stop
The US president had already threatened in March to take economic reprisals against Spain after Moncloa blocked the use of the Rota and Morón bases for Washington’s bombing campaign against…
Florence, Prague and Salzburg: These are the best cities in Europe, according to Travel + Leisure
After votes were cast by more than 200,000 people, San Miguel de Allende in Mexico came out on top on the overall world list, with the highest ranked European city…
More than 30,000 votes cast so far in search of South Korea’s top travel spots
South Korea has extended voting for its ambitious travel directory of the 10,000 must-visit destinations across the country. So far, more than 30,000 people have already had their say. Read…
Got €200,000 to spare? This ultra-exclusive trip for the 2026 solar eclipse could be yours
Meliá Hotels International’s travel package to the Balearic Islands for August’s total solar eclipse is so exclusive that it’s only available for one booking at each of its two hotels.…
At least seven killed in fresh Russian strikes on Ukraine as NATO leaders meet in Turkey
Russia has hit the Ukrainian capital with several large deadly attacks over the last week, killing more than 50 this month in a spate of ballistic missile and drone strikes.…
Erdogan gives world leaders a ceremonial welcome ahead of NATO summit
NATO leaders including Trump and Zelenskyy arrive in Ankara for a state dinner hosted by Erdogan ahead of key summit talks in Turkey. Read more at Read More
Who in Europe is the most affected by extreme heatwaves?
Europeans are experiencing another record-breaking heatwave, but not everyone is affected equally. Who is the most affected by these extreme climate events on the old continent? Read More
Celebrating Greece and its ancient gods: Annual polytheism festival takes place on Mount Olympus
Mount Olympus is a sight to behold each summer as torchlight processions, symbolic ceremonies and theatrical performances bring communities together in a shared celebration of ancient Greek mythology. Read More
Newsletter: Something is rotten in the state of Turkey
In today’s newsletter: US President Donald Trump revives his annexationist rhetoric of the arctic island of Greenland, ambassadors in Brussels bristle over what to do about Serbia, and a letter…
Watch: Fake condoms, counterfeit weight-loss pens and the toy labels testing EU borders
Anti-fraud investigators at OLAF just broke up an international smuggling group. Criminals tried to slip their illegal cargo past European border checks as children’s toys to evade customs controls. But…