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‘Sabotage’ on French rail network before Olympics: What we know
on 26 Luglio 2024 at 12:52
Arson attacks scrambled France’s high-speed rail network for tens of thousands of passengers on Friday, after what officials called premeditated acts of “sabotage” just hours before the Paris Olympics opened.
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Turkey and Germany in spicy feud over doner kebab
on 26 Luglio 2024 at 12:20
A spicy row has erupted between Turkey and Germany over what constitutes a doner kebab, with Berlin objecting to a Turkish push for protected status for the iconic snack.
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Which services are affected by arson attacks on France’s train network?
on 26 Luglio 2024 at 7:41
Train services in France – including the Eurostar – are very severely disrupted on Friday following a “massive attack on a large scale to paralyse the TGV network”. Here’s a look at the areas affected.
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LATEST: Arson attacks on French train network leaves 800,000 facing travel misery
on 26 Luglio 2024 at 6:42
France’s high-speed rail network was hit by a series of “connected” arson attacks on Friday that severely disrupted the transport system hours before the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, train operator SNCF has said. Some 800,000 passengers were affected.
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How Denmark’s international students fall into the trap of CPR address fraud
on 25 Luglio 2024 at 14:12
An increasing number of foreign students in Copenhagen have resorted to the so-called ‘sale’ of fraudulent address schemes in order to get a Danish personal registration (CPR) number.
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OPINION: Lucie Castets is a symbol of the French desire for chaos before coalition
on 25 Luglio 2024 at 7:52
Why are so many French people convinced that a political unknown named Lucie Castets should be appointed the new prime minister of France, asks John Lichfield.
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Scholz to run again as Germany confirms 2025 election
on 24 Luglio 2024 at 13:54
Olaf Scholz said on Wednesday he will run to be chancellor again in Germany’s 2025 election despite his party’s poor performance in recent surveys, as a September date was confirmed for the vote.
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IOC awards 2030 Winter Olympics to French Alps ‘under conditions’
on 24 Luglio 2024 at 8:50
The International Olympic Committee on Wednesday awarded the 2030 Winter Games to the French Alps but under the condition that France gives financial commitments.
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‘Our island isn’t for sale’: Spain’s Mallorca protests against mass tourism again
on 22 Luglio 2024 at 7:45
Some 20,000 protesters hit the streets of Palma de Mallorca Sunday for another mass demonstration against overtourism, demanding changes to a tourism model they say is harming the Spanish Mediterranean island.
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Flights resume after global IT crash wreaks havoc
on 21 Luglio 2024 at 4:44
Planes were gradually taking off again Saturday after global airlines, banks and media were thrown into turmoil by one of the biggest IT crashes in recent years, caused by an update to an antivirus programme.
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Inside Spain: The quietest place on earth and renewed UK friendship
on 20 Luglio 2024 at 9:03
In this week’s Inside Spain we look at how this noisy country is home to one of the quietest locations on the planet and how the UK’s new Prime Minister is a breath of fresh air for Spanish-British relations.
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How the rise of the ‘tourgrims’ is spoiling the spirit of Spain’s Camino
on 19 Luglio 2024 at 10:56
The Camino de Santiago pilgrimage is also suffering the consequences of mass tourism in Spain, with uncivil behaviour and overcrowded hostels blighting the historic voyage of faith and self-discovery.
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European travel services hit by major global IT glitch
on 19 Luglio 2024 at 7:46
Businesses across Europe – including airports, airlines and other transport operators – have been hit by major IT problems caused by a rogue software update.
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In detail: Who is exempt from Europe’s EES passport checks?
on 18 Luglio 2024 at 14:01
The EU’s new biometric passport system known as EES is due to go live in the autumn, but there is a long list of people who will be exempt from the system’s requirements – here’s an in-depth look.
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Who runs France if there is no government?
on 17 Luglio 2024 at 6:18
Despite the resignation of the prime minister, French president Emmanuel Macron has said that he won’t name a new government until after the Paris Olympics are over – so what happens in the meantime?
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OPINION: The comic chaos of French politics hides a real danger for democracy
on 16 Luglio 2024 at 9:07
The new National Assembly which meets briefly from Thursday will have 11 groups, three and a half blocs and a score of parties or factions – writes John Lichfield. Some of the splinters are already splintering. One of the blocs, the Left alliance, is on the point of splitting.
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Should I cancel my trip to Spain because of the tourism protests?
on 15 Luglio 2024 at 11:49
Recent footage of protesters in Barcelona squirting water on tourists while telling them to “go home” has gone viral. Is it enough for Spain-bound visitors to change their holiday plans?
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How good does your German have to be for the different paths to citizenship?
on 23 Maggio 2024 at 6:55
There are a few different routes to German citizenship. As the rules have changed, here’s a guide to what level of German you’ll need to have for four broad paths to citizenship.
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Ten islands to visit in the Stockholm archipelago (and how to get there)
on 20 Luglio 2023 at 9:30
There are almost 30,000 islands and islets in the Stockholm archipelago and each of them is different from the next. Here are ten worth visiting, whether you’re looking for a party night, a relaxing weekend, seafood or family fun.
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How to avoid huge ‘roaming’ phone bills while visiting France
on 23 Giugno 2022 at 11:04
If you’re visiting France from outside the EU you risk running up a huge phone bill in roaming charges – but there are ways to keep your internet access while avoiding being hit by extra charges.