A map of Europe showing countries where hard-right parties have gained prominence (Image: DATAWRAPPER) European politics has seen a spectacular rise in the fortunes of far-right parties in recent years. Six EU countries now have parties in government widely described by experts as hard or far-right – these include Italy, Finland, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia and...
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Top underrated Mediterranean destination is one of cheapest with ‘charming town’
With summer holiday costs jumping by seven percent compared to last year, travellers on a budget are hunting for off-the-beaten-path destinations that deliver one-of-a-kind experiences without breaking the bank. Fresh analysis has brought to light underrated yet wallet-friendly countries that defy standard tourist expectations, ensuring genuine adventure at minimal expense. Jason Higgs, Senior Deals Strategist...
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UK says it’s suspending some arms exports to Israel over the risk of breaking international law
LONDON (AP) — U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government said Monday that it’s suspending exports of some weapons to Israel because they could be used to break international law — a move with limited military impact intended to increase pressure by Israel’s frustrated allies for an end to the war in Gaza. Foreign Secretary David...
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UK’s ‘most underrated’ town is just minutes from major motorway
Leamington Spa is a gem of the Midlands and absolutely worth taking a day trip to. The royal town is known for its white washed buildings that make it look more like London. It has a great selection of independent shops, restaurants and cafes to explore – and is super close to a major UK...
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‘I visited the pretty city that’s one of Europe’s least visited’
While travelling through Europe, I didn’t expect to make a stop at a place I’d never heard anything about before. Košice is the largest city in eastern Slovakia and the host of the oldest marathon in Europe – the International Peace Marathon. Despite being a rather big city, it feels more like a town as...
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British safety adviser killed in missile strike on hotel in Ukraine
“An ordinary city hotel was destroyed by the Russian Iskander,” he said in his evening address on Sunday, adding the strike was “absolutely purposeful, thought out… my condolences to family and friends”. The Russian defence ministry did not respond to a request for comment. Reuters was not able to independently verify if the missile that...
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Former Australian cyclist Matthew Richardson could face two-year ban after British defection
Former Australian cyclist Matthew Richardson could be ineligible to take part in competitive events for two years following his defection to Great Britain. On Monday, Richardson penned an emotional Instagram post revealing he would represent Great Britain going forward, with the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) approving the switch this week. The 25-year-old, who made his...
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British tourists warned of September 1 change to air travel
The European Union is set to introduce a new batch of rules aimed at making flying simpler and less unpredictable. Changes to hand luggage regulations are set to come into force on September 1 as part of a plan to standardise the dimensions of carry-on bags. At the same time, the rules for carrying liquids...
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Divers search Sicily yacht wreck with UK tech boss among the six missing
British tycoon Mike Lynch was among the 22 onboard, celebrating his recent acquittal on fraud charges in the US. Divers and an underwater drone are searching for six people, including a tech tycoon from the United Kingdom and an international banker, believed trapped when a luxury superyacht sank off Sicily. Among the six missing were...
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British tech magnate Mike Lynch among those missing after luxury superyacht sinks off Sicily
Rome — British tech magnate Mike Lynch and five other people were missing after their luxury superyacht sank during a freak storm off Sicily early Monday, Italy’s civil protection and authorities said. Lynch’s wife and 14 other people survived. Lynch, who was acquitted in June in a big U.S. fraud trial, was among six people...
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Bayesian yacht live: Mike Lynch missing alongside daughter, 18, ‘after tornado sinks superyacht’
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Ethnic minority shop owners targeted in UK riots fear more attacks
As rioters went on the attack in dozens of British towns and cities recently, some targeted businesses belonging to ethnic minority Britons. The unrest began in the aftermath of a fatal stabbing attack in Southport that killed three young girls, which agitators misleadingly blamed on a Muslim migrant. As disinformation about the suspect travelled at...