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The European country with more than 260,000 islands – they have blue lagoons, sea stacks and sandy beaches
The Sun
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June 29, 2025
DID you know that Sweden has thousands of islands? In fact, Sweden has the most islands in the world with 267,570 to be exact. 7 Sweden has over 200,000 islandsCredit: Alamy 7 The biggest island is Gotland which is home to 60,000 peopleCredit:...
Wales hero Carrie Jones hoping for more magic at Euro 2025 as Sweden move pays off
Football London
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July 1, 2025
As Carrie Jones broke clear of the Republic of Ireland defence and raced through on goal, time seemed to slow down. Not many people know how it feels to send their national team to a first-ever major tournament but, as her shot rippled the back of...
American tourists spend most per person in Cyprus
Cyprus Mail
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July 1, 2025
Cyprus tourism revenue up 39.9 per cent in April Tourism revenue in Cyprus experienced a significant rise in April 2025, reaching €304.2 million according to the latest results from the passengers survey conducted by the state statistical service....
France leads Europe in saying au revoir to beach and park smoking
Apple Valley News Now (KAPP) - Washington State
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Paris (CNN) — This summer in Paris, a sunset cigarette under the Eiffel Tower could come with an unexpected price tag. Starting July 1, France has banned smoking in all outdoor areas frequented by children — including parks, beaches, public...
Master the art of travel planning
The Standard
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Master the art of travel planning (Photo: Caroline Abok) Caroline Abok satisfies her wanderlust several times a year. So far, she has taken seven international trips, five of which she funded herself from her home in Sweden. With each trip, she...
Thailand crowned best massage nation and participation numbers break records at World Championship in Massage
Leisure Opportunities
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July 4, 2025
The event is both a competition and a space to network and promote the different massage techniques practiced around the world Participants pay a fee of €260 (US$306, £223) to compete The overall individual winner, receiving a gold medal, was...
Chelsea target sparks Man United transfer frenzy with Bryan Mbeumo update as deadline revealed
Football London
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July 4, 2025
Chelsea may have just been dealt a blow to their hopes of signing Mike Maignan. The AC Milan goalkeeper was heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge ahead of the Club World Cup, but a deal collapsed when the two clubs couldn't agree a fee....
Shelters worldwide shift from refuge to daily life
Ynet
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July 4, 2025
Over the past two years—and especially since the war with Iran began—Israelis have come to a renewed understanding of just how critical bomb shelters, fortified rooms (Mamad), communal shelters, and protective spaces are. Once regarded as...
Euro 2025 Daily: Brand's long-range strike sparks Germany
ESPN Global
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The 2025 Women's European Championship is off and running. Let's catch you up on what's happening, what you've missed and what's still to come. We will update this file throughout each matchday with the latest reporting, analysis and fun from the...
Make Swedish Potato Salad for summer with simple three-step recipe
RSVP Live
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June 30, 2025
Patrick Hanlon and Russell Alford are the food and travel writers behind gastrogays.com, authors of the award-winning debut book Hot Fat and restaurant critics for the Sunday Times Ireland. Once the sun shines in Ireland - which, as we know, is...
Volvo CE attends talks focused on reducing emissions from construction equipment
Recycling Product News
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July 4, 2025
During London Climate Action Week 2025, the Swedish Embassy, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce, and Volvo CE gathered industry players, policy leaders, and air quality advocates to address the urgent need to accelerate the shift to zero-emission...
How to Plan Your Best Cycling Trip to Italy
PezCycling News
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July 4, 2025
After 30+ years travelling to Italy to chase multiple Giro’s, ride events, visit brands and attend product launches, plus a few holiday trips, I’ve learned a lot about most regions of the country, how to get around, and more importantly, where to...
UAE Summer Airfares To London, Istanbul, New York Crash – Tickets As Low As Dh1,300
Gulf Insider
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July 4, 2025
For the first time in years, a last-minute getaway during the busy summer months of July and August is possible even for budget-conscious UAE travellers. For example, connecting Economy airfares from Dubai to London are available for a price as...
Biggest EU Border Shake-Up Since Schengen: What the EES ‘passport in your pocket’ app means for your holidays and trips
Euro Weekly News
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June 30, 2025
Frontex unveils ‘passport in your pocket’ app to dodge border queues – but will it fly? Credit: Zephyr_p, Shutterstock Europe’s EES ‘passport in your pocket’ starts, letting non-EU travellers upload passport details and selfies before even...
UK tourists could be 'banned' from Europe for three years as Foreign Office issues warning
Daily Star
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June 30, 2025
The Foreign Office has cautioned UK holidaymakers that they risk being barred from European getaways for up to three years. Following the UK's departure from the EU, UK citizens' unrestricted travel within the European Union came to a halt....
Foreign Office warns UK tourists risk being 'banned' from Europe holidays 'for three years'
Birmingham Live
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June 30, 2025
The Foreign Office has warned UK tourists risk being "banned" from European holidays for THREE YEARS. With the UK’s exit from the EU, UK nationals’ freedom of movement within the European Union came to an end as well. However, they are still able...
I visited a beautiful city just 25 minutes from Copenhagen that has hardly any tourists
Daily Express
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June 30, 2025
Cycling along the canal, enjoying brunch spots with friends and indulging in all the Danish culture at the museums and castles are just a few wonderful things I did when I went on holiday to Copenhagen last month. However, one drawback of...
Sweden: 'Beijing on Water' exhibition with photographs by Swedish art historian inaugurated
Global Times
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The Swedish Ambassador to China Per Augustsson makes opening remarks at the inauguration ceremony in Beijing, on June 9, 2025. Photo: Dong Feng/GT The Embassy of Sweden in China marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Sweden and...
MouseNotifier reveals 15 safest countries for LGBTQ+ travellers
Travel Weekly
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June 30, 2025
MouseNotifier’s study has revealed the 15 safest countries for LGBTQ travellers in 2025 with Sweden taking the top spot. The study, developed by Disney dining alert software system MouseNotifier, ranked 203 countries based on their LGBTQ+ rights...
Bad Bunny uses faux Trump recording to criticize anti-immigrant policy
Marco Eagle - Florida
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Bad Bunny is celebrating the Puerto Rican diaspora and immigrant community this Fourth of July with a political statement. The Puerto Rican reggaeton star released the music video for "NUEVAYoL" off his latest album "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS" on...