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Multiple offenses recorded: Police increases traffic checks ahead of summer holidays
As an increased amount of motorists hit the roads for their summer holidays, the Grand Duchy's authorities have intensified traffic checks to maintain road safety. On Saturday morning between 8am and 1pm, the authorities carried out a large-scale...

Euro 2025 Daily: Belgium have no answer to Spain's late onslaught
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...

GP who felt stress 'was going to kill him' sells up to travel world in campervan
A former GP who felt the stress of the job after the pandemic was “going to kill (him)” has sold his home and belongings to buy a campervan and travel the world instead. Gary Grant, 47, was living alone in a rental property after he separated from...

LRC Benelux local national employee first dual certified safety officer for Belgium, U.S.
CHIÈVRES AIR BASE, Belgium – Army operations at every level are inherently dangerous – not only in combat but also during day-to-day missions in the field or at garrison. Whether that’s operating a forklift, delivering supplies or repairing heavy...

The 5 medications that could see you JAILED if you take them on holiday this summer – including hay fever pills
IF you're heading abroad this summer, packing some preventative medicines might seem like the sensible thing to do. But be warned, some common drugs, including antihistamines and painkillers, could land you with hefty fines or even jail time in...

GP thought 'sod this' and now travels world in campervan as stress of job was 'going to kill me'
A former GP who felt the stress of the job after the pandemic was “going to kill (him)” has sold his home and belongings to buy a campervan and travel the world instead. Gary Grant, 47, was living alone in a rental property in Lytham St Annes,...

Sanctions eroding USD’s global reach
History may hold US President Donald Trump responsible for undermining the pervasive influence of his country in several international agencies dating back to when the US was the sole superpower - from 1989 subsequent to the collapse of the Soviet...

The 20 most friendly countries for international travelers
Curious which countries around the world tend to be most welcoming and friendly to international travelers? Gauging this type of personality trait on such a large scale is no easy task, but Remitly, a digital financial services company, conducted...

TUI Fly Suspends Standalone Flights to Tunisia : Deep Concern Among the Belgian-Tunisian Diaspora
The Comité de Vigilance pour la Démocratie en Tunisie (CVDTunisie) has voiced alarm following the suspension by TUI Fly of online sales of flight-only tickets to Tunisia from Belgium. According to the NGO, the decision—affecting so-called...

Belgium rolls out blue carpet for Rihanna at ‘Smurfs’ première
BRUSSELS (AP): Belgium rolled out the blue carpet Saturday for Rihanna and other stars who turned out for the world première of the new Smurf movie. Rihanna produced Smurfs and voices Smurfette in the summer family film, a live-action animated...

TOUR’25 Stage 15: Wellens Whoops in Carcassonne
2025 Tour de France Stage 15 Report: Belgian champion Tim Wellens (UAE Emirates XRG) impressively soloed to Carcassonne to win the fifteenth stage of the 2025 Tour de France. Wellens, one of Tadej Pogačar’s right-hand men, joined a large break and...

The magic of travel: Three Ukrainian women writers of the 1930s
Portrait of Daria Vikonska. Screenshot of YouTube Channel Запорожская ОУНБ. Fair use. By Julia Stakhivska This story is part of a series of essays written by Ukrainian artists entitled “Regained Culture: Ukrainian voices curate Ukrainian culture.”...

GP who quit job as stress was going to ‘kill him’ now travels the world in a campervan
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Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and legal rules
Millions of people are set to travel to Spain this summer - here is everything you need to know for your next holiday to Spain... Spain ranks among the world's most popular holiday destinations. The country is known for its Mediterranean climate...

East Coast travel warnings outdated, says Saifuddin
East Coast travel warnings outdated, says Saifuddin Published on: Sunday, July 06, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jul 06, 2025 By: Julia Chan, Malay Mail Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail - pix Bernama Kota...

Overtourism: Why Does Spain Face More Tourism Backlash Than France?
Provence—Why is it that France is the most visited country in the world, but has minimal backlash against overtourism? getty Tourism is booming in Europe. The George Washington University revealed that in 2024, 747 million travelers visited...

Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws
Millions of people travel to Spain every month Spain is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. The country can boast a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, as well as delicious cuisine and historical sites. In...

Sabah’s ESSZone safe for tourists, says Home Minister
SEMPORNA: Sabah, particularly the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone), remains a safe and secure destination for foreign tourists, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said that to further strengthen the positive...

ESSZone safe and secure for tourists – Home Minister
Saifuddin (fourth left) with the foreign delegates at ESSzone in Pulau Bohey Dulang.-Bernama photo SEMPORNA (July 5): Sabah, particularly the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone), remains a safe and secure destination for foreign tourists, says...

Seven no-fly holidays children will love - from sleeper trains to beaches
Whether it’s campervanning across France, cycling in Poland or island-hopping in Sweden, these overland trips offer a gentle adventure Having children might have derailed your sense of what a holiday is for; the spontaneity of not knowing where...