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EUROTRASH: Pogi’s Domination Better Than Ever
Tadej Pogacar is dominating in France – the time gaps to prove it, Zoe Bäckstedt did the same in Belgium and Jarno Widar absolutely destroyed the competition in Italy. We have all the latest results, news, statistics and more in today’s EuroTrash...

Zelensky’s threats cannot force Hungary to back Ukraine’s EU bid — foreign minister
BUDAPEST, July 22. /TASS/. Hungary will not support Ukraine joining the European Union despite threats from Vladimir Zelensky, Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto stated in response to journalists’ questions about...

'Do not travel’ zones where tourists overwhelm locals revealed
While the ratio of visitors to locals does not tell the complete story of a destination and its relationship with tourism, it gives a good indication of how reliant a place's economy is on tourism and how busy it's likely to feel during peak...

Europe’s ‘fairytale’ country is so tiny it could fit into the UK 1,521 times
Looking for a slightly more peaceful summer holiday this year? (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) From Paris to Rome and Barcelona, Europe is full of sprawling capital cities – but with many countries fighting overtourism, there’s increasingly...

Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney recalls ‘unforgettable’ 2024 Tour de France Femmes win
This summer’s Tour de France Femmes will be only the fourth edition since its relaunch but it feels like the race already boasts an all-time classic thanks to Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney. No-one who watched her take the biggest win of her career 12...

USD3M ‘School Meal Nutrition Project’
A new multi-million-dollar school meal nutrition project has been officially launched to improve student health and strengthen local agriculture in Western Province and Isabel. Funded by the Government of Japan through UNICEF, the $3 million USD...

UAE ranked safest country in the world in 2025 mid-year review
The UAE has once again clinched the top spot in a ranking of safest countries in the world. According to the 'Safety Index by Country 2025 Mid-Year' by Numbeo, a crowd-sourced online database, the UAE logged 85.2 points. The UAE was followed by...
Homeschoolers took us on a trip around the world
Homeschooler Joseph Theakston giving an oral presentation on his country of study, Andorra, at Friday’s Geography Fair at the Cobar Youth & Community Centre. Things we have learnt this week: Andorra is the 6th smallest country in Europe, a snail...

Montoro, the minister of cuts who was a counselor of the Generalitat
MadridThree months ago, with the secret investigation against him already in its final stretch, but without the case of alleged trafficking in laws in the Ministry of Finance having put him on the ropes yet, Cristóbal Montoro (Jaén, 1950) appeared...

UAE ranked safest country in the world, again
In the 2025 midyear global safety index, the United Arab Emirates was ranked the safest country in the world once again. A title it’s becoming well known for. Whether you’ve lived here for years or are visiting for the first time, it’s easy to...

AI Watch: Global regulatory tracker - United States - Update
The US relies on existing federal laws and guidelines to regulate AI but aims to introduce AI legislation and a federal regulation authority. Until then, developers and deployers of AI systems will operate in an increasing patchwork of state and...

AI Watch: Global regulatory tracker - European Union - Update
The EU introduces the pioneering EU AI Act, aiming to become a global hub for human-centric, trustworthy AI. Laws/Regulations directly regulating AI (the “AI Regulations”) The primary legislative framework for regulating AI in the EU is the EU AI...

Beautiful natural hot springs and thermal pools that offer adventure and health benefits
For the ultimate wellness break, these destinations boast healing waters and natural springs that will soothe your skin and ease aching muscles, not to mention providing a deeply relaxing experience. We're all familiar with the benefits of...

The thrill and agony of a tiny Welsh club’s unlikely European adventure
On 4 May, the players and staff of Penybont FC gathered in the marquee erected on the side of the clubhouse of their ground in the Bryntirion area of Bridgend to watch the Welsh Cup final. The game was tighter than they would have liked, but the...

Fact check: Which European country has the most public holidays?
A debate has erupted in France over whether the country’s population works hard enough, after Prime Minister François Bayrou suggested getting rid of two public holidays to boost the economy. "The entire nation needs to work more to produce and...

Free movement by the back door? EU citizens will be able to work in UK for up to three years as Starmer bows to Brussels 'youth mobility' demands
By DAVID WILCOCK, DEPUTY POLITICAL EDITOR FOR MAILONLINE Published: 05:36 EDT, 21 July 2025 | Updated: 05:36 EDT, 21 July 2025 European Union citizens could be allowed to work in Britain for up to three years under a reciprocal 'youth mobility...

You can fly Ryanair from Bristol Airport for just £30 return to this stunning 'pink city' in France
Are you trying to pick a cheap getaway for yourself, a loved one or maybe even the entire family? Well, with the price of absolutely everything increasing thanks to inflation and the cost-of-living, one thing seems to be dropping in price. Flights...

Foreign Office warns Brits there ‘may be travel disruption’ to these two European countries
15:24, 29 Apr 2025Updated 15:27, 29 Apr 2025 The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is urging people to plan ahead if they are due to visit Spain and Portugal, as power outages which affected Andorra, mainland Spain and mainland Portugal...

Immunisation outreach to remote Vella communities
About 3,807 individuals both male and female across seven communities and two schools in South Vella La Vella, Western Province, have been informed about the importance of immunization. This vital awareness campaign was delivered by the Adventist...

'I think the form is there' – Mattias Skjelmose bounces back from illness to win before Tour de France
Mattias Skjelmose bounced back from illness at the weekend to round off his preparations to lead Lidl-Trek at the Tour de France with a second victory of the season at the inaugural edition of the Andorra MoraBanc Clàssica. The Dane, who will take...