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Bulgaria’s Academic Community Confronts Euro Myths with Data
At a conference held at the University of Economics in Varna, Bulgaria’s Minister of Education and Science, Krasimir Valchev, called for a fact-based national dialogue on the country’s future with the euro. Speaking at the event titled “We and the...

I fell head over heels in love with small boat sailing in the Greek Islands
When it comes to sailing, I can identify a ship from a boat, says Marion Ainge. My father was in the Royal Navy, so port and starboard, bow and stern are terms I'm familiar with. But ask me to hoist the main sail or let go and haul and I'd be all...
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History of the Bosnia War [Part 1] – Thirty Years After Srebrenica
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Stefanos Tsitsipas splits with coach Goran Ivanisevic following heavy criticism after Wimbledon exit
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27 Under-the-Radar Places to Visit Before They Get Too Popular, According to Travel Advisors
Travelers crave the opportunity to get away from the crowds, immerse themselves in local culture, and be the first to visit a place before it gets too popular. We asked our A-list travel advisors to share their favorite under-the-radar...

The 20 Best Countries For Digital Nomads, According To A New Report
Working remotely with a view: As more Americans go digital nomad, countries like Malaysia, Colombia and Hungary are emerging as top choices for 2025. getty Dreaming about working remotely from abroad? You’re not alone. A growing number of...

Budapest Hits a High Note: Concert Tourism Surges With Music Legends
During the days of concerts by global music stars such as Guns N’ Roses, Lionel Richie, and Jennifer Lopez last week, Budapest experienced a 10% increase in the number of tourists compared to that of the previous week, Visit Hungary announced on...

List of the World's Strongest Passports July 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Singapore has once again taken the top spot as the world's strongest passport according to the Henley Passport Index 2025. Singaporean passport holders enjoy visa-free access to 193 out of the 227 countries and territories...

Toddler dies after 'slipping from dad’s arms going down slide' at waterpark
A toddler has died after "slipping" from her dad's arms going down a slide at a waterpark, according to reports. Despite the best efforts of medics after being airlifted to hospital, the 21-month old girl from Germany succumbed to her brain and...

Tragedy as toddler dies after 'slipping from dad’s arms going down slide' at waterpark
Part of the Aquagan waterpark in Lopar, Croatia is pictured ( Image: Lopar) A toddler has died after reportedly "slipping" from her dad's arms going down a slide at a waterpark. The 21-month-old girl, from Germany, was airlifted to hospital but,...

The Best Real Madrid Players to Wear Number 10—Ranked
Some of the greatest players to ever don a white shirt played with the number 10 on their back for Real Madrid. Following the departure of Luka Modrić at the end of the 2024–25 season, Real Madrid’s No. 10 is up for grabs for the first time in...

The Anniversary of the Restoration of the Old Bridge – a Symbol of Coexistence
Today marks 21 years since the ceremonial opening of the restored Old Bridge in Mostar, one of the most recognizable symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina and a powerful message of hope, reconciliation and renewal. The bridge, which was originally...

India leaps 8 spots in global passport index
New Delhi: India has made a jump of eight spots to rank 77th in the Henley Passport Index’s mid-year update. India’s feat is impressive, as it is the biggest climb in ranking by any country in the last six months. Earlier this year, India was...

Kenyan passport falls two places in global ranking
A file photo of the Kenyan passport. The Kenyan passport has dropped two places in this year's global ranking, falling to position 69, down from last year’s 67, per the latest Henley Passport Index. London-based global citizenship and residence...

GCC affirms importance of peaceful solutions to address the Russia-Ukraine crisis
Zagreb: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) reaffirmed the commitment of its member states to peaceful and diplomatic solutions as effective means to address regional and international issues and crises, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This...

Bulgaria Posts Lowest Debt-to-GDP Ratio in Q1 EU-wide
The ratio of government debt to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in EU countries rose to 81.8% at the end of the first quarter of 2025, compared to 81.0% at the end of the fourth quarter of 2024. This is according to the latest data from the European...

Nantes signs Awaziem weeks after Simon’s departure
French Ligue 1 side, Nantes has continued its long-standing association with Nigerian stars, bringing in another Super Eagles star weeks after sanctioning the departure of Moses Simon Chidozie Awaziem has completed a sensational return to Ligue 1...

Germany convicts fourth in €195m EU VAT scam linked to Covid mask fraud
Investigation Midas. Credit: X @EUProsecutor A fourth conviction has been made in the €195 million VAT fraud scheme that spans 17 countries and is commonly known as the Midas investigation. Allegedly, Covid face masks were sold to Germany’s own...

These are the most exciting city breaks in Europe for 2025
Compact, culture-rich and close enough to reach on a Friday and be back by Monday, Europe could have been made for city breaks. The tough part is choosing which of its 800 cities to pick. Our travel experts have pulled together the destinations...

Rising chikungunya, mosquito-borne viruses in Europe sparks concern
Mosquito-borne diseases are spreading in Europe, with rising cases of chikungunya, dengue, and West Nile virus prompting renewed warnings from health experts. On Tuesday, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that around 5.6 billion people...