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Why ‘extreme day trips’ are the new horrendous holiday trend
The Independent (U.S.)
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August 16, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Want to Work in Europe Without the Visa Headache? These 10 Countries Make It Surprisingly Easy
Wego Travel Blog
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August 18, 2025
Editor’s note: The work visa approval rates in this article are drawn from different years for comparison purposes. As visa regulations and statistics can change, please consult official sources for the latest information. This article is intended...
Dennis Leroy West
Leduc Wetaskiwin Pipestone Flyer
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August 18, 2025
May 6, 1941 - August 11, 2025 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Dennis Leroy West at the age of 84 years. Dennis, along with his father, raised and exhibited Polled Hereford cattle while farming in the New Sweden area. Dennis was...
'I holidayed at Sweden's IKEA hotel - it was great value and the food was amazing'
Bristol Post
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August 15, 2025
Ever dreamed of having a quick snooze in one of IKEA's comfy display bedrooms? It turns out you actually can do precisely that. Travel influencer Chelsea Dickenson, recognised online as the 'Holiday Expert', recently explored the furniture...
77-year-old Swedish ultrarunner completes his ninth run across America
Canadian Running Magazine
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August 15, 2025
On Thursday night, 77-year-old Swedish ultrarunner Björn Suneson dipped his feet into the Atlantic Ocean on a deserted beach in Sayreville, N.J. Apart from Suneson, his son Erik and a photographer, no one in Sayreville knew the magnitude of what...
6 Essential Tips for Visiting Sweden in 2025
California Business Journal
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August 15, 2025
Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure in the land of the midnight sun? Sweden is a stunning destination that offers breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and a vibrant modern lifestyle. If you’re planning a trip to Sweden in...
Thai–Swedish man arrested in Pattaya on drug charges
ScandAsia
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August 15, 2025
Picture released of the Thai-Swedish suspect arrested in Pattaya A 35-year-old Thai–Swedish man has been arrested in central Pattaya on 14 August 2025 following a late-night anti-drugs operation that ended in a foot chase. The operation, led by...
How to Plan the Perfect Destination Celebration in St. Barths, According to an Expert Travel Advisor
AOL
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Nancy Pauwels/Getty Images Gustavia's port with panoramic views of colorful St Barths.For such a tiny Caribbean island, Saint-Barthélemy—better known as St. Barths—packs a punch. Named by Christopher Columbus after his brother Bartolomeo, the...
This Swedish family saga is a big baggy triumph
The Times
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“Most of us who have siblings dream about being an only child,” Colm Tóibín once wrote. “Part of the joy of being a novelist is to erase all trace of siblinghood and present a character facing destiny without brothers and sisters.” Jonas Hassen...
Queen Azteca Travels for Alabama From Unusual Path
Blood-Horse - Kentucky
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August 15, 2025
Last running in the Swedish Derby, Kentucky-bred Queen Azteca is set to make her United States debut in the $600,000 Alabama Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 16 for trainer Niels Petersen and Team Valor International.
Comedic Documentary Follows Jewish Performers Learning About Jewish Culture in Stockholm
Jewish Post and News
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August 15, 2025
Khaled Brigade, a part of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), hold a military parade, after Syria’s Bashar al-Assad was ousted, in Damascus, Syria, Dec. 27, 2024. Photo: REUTERS/Ahmed Jadallah Foreign fighters and others who joined Syria’s civil war from...
Read This If You’re Traveling to Europe Soon: A Major EU Border Rule Change Is Coming
Wego Travel Blog
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August 15, 2025
*Images are for illustration purpose only EES starts 12 October 2025: stamps out, biometrics in What changes: The Schengen Area is replacing manual passport stamps with a digital entry/exit record (the so-called EES – Entry Exit System). On your...
Villa Äng is a private rural retreat in Swedish Lapland
Globetrender
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August 15, 2025
The family behind Sweden's Treehotel is opening Villa Äng, a private residence in Swedish Lapland offering Arctic activities such as forest bathing and dog sledding. Olivia Palamountain reports Villa Äng, opening in December 2025, is a new concept...
Latvian tourist numbers continue to grow
LSM
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August 15, 2025
According to Central Statistical Bureau data published on August 15th (compiled from monthly information provided by tourism sector representatives), tourist numbers continue to grow in Latvia. In the second quarter of Q2 2025 – which brings the...
Cozy Up to the End of Summer in Swedish Loungewear by Our Legacy Work Shop x Magniberg
Vogue - New York
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August 15, 2025
The capsule’s long-sleeve T-shirts, “flow” pants, and “gelato bathrobes” come in “sun-faded” tones of pearl gray, ochre, and sand, and are made of naturally dyed organic cotton. As the pieces are intended for late summer, the terry cloth is extra...
How salmon from Norway’s waters travel to sushi counters worldwide?
STAT Trade Times
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August 15, 2025
Hailing from Kolkata—India’s cultural capital and famously dubbed the 'City of Joy'—I grew up in a place where fish isn’t just food; it’s tradition, emotion, and everyday comfort. Whether it’s the prized Hilsa from Bangladesh’s Padma River,...
Violent clashes between Swedish and Hungarian fans in Győr during Conference League match – PHOTOS, VIDEOS
Daily News Hungary
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August 15, 2025
The return leg of the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifier between Győri ETO FC and AIK Stockholm was tainted by violent incidents on Thursday evening, as Swedish and Hungarian ultras clashed both in the city centre and inside the stadium....
The cool holiday spots the style set are heading to this summer
The Times
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For a snapshot of where’s happening for summer holidays right now, we asked fashion designers, brand founders, authors and artists where they are spending their summer breaks this year. The result is a cornucopia of stylish stays, great little...
Hunting, pollution and tourism in EU threatening some seal species into extinction
The Journal
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August 15, 2025
FROM THE STORMY North Sea in Belgium, to the sun-warmed sea caves of the Greek islands, Europe’s seals are facing a growing crisis. Once driven to near extinction, species such as the grey seal, harbour seal and Mediterranean monk seal are meant...
Travel green: Top 10 cleanest countries leading the fight against pollution
The Times of India
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In an era marked by environmental challenges, such as pollution, deforestation, and climate change, it takes a lot for a nation to manage their environmental responsibilities. In this context, the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) provides a...