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Five Wonders of the World that never made the list
A series of “runners-up” that are arguably better.

Where to go in France to avoid the Paris Olympics
Several less stressful places to go during Paris' peak period.

Heineken blames weather after beer sales disappoint
Financial Times: World’s second-largest brewer pushed into net loss.

Olympic flag accidentally raised upside down at opening ceremony
An unapologetically French ceremony included one notable gaffe, which viewers spotted.

Boeing required to make safety checks after engine fire
Boeing to conduct safety checks following a “serious incident" with its aircraft in 2023.

The most unlikely city on Taylor Swift's Europe tour
An estimated 180,000 Swifties are descending on the city for three sold-out shows.

Tourist’s lewd behaviour with statue sparks outrage in Italy
Another tourist has broken the rules - and Italians are having none of it.

All the adventure, a fraction of the cost: The DIY Orient Express
New York Times: How to book an affordable rail trip from Paris to Istanbul.

France is busing homeless immigrants out of Paris before the Olympics
New York Times: The French government promised housing elsewhere. They lied.

Island hopping in Croatia has had its moment, now it's all about this European hotspot
There’s a new kid on the Balkans block.

Russian court orders arrest for dissenter Navalny's widow
Widow of opposition leader Alexei Navalny to be arrested in absentia.

Ukraine mourns dozens killed in Russian air attack on children's hospital
Deadly strike on Ukrainian children’s hospital was likely direct hit from Russian missile.

Forget influencers, if you want an epic London experience, follow Winston Churchill
The man liked good food, a stiff drink, and swanky hotels. Need we say more?

Left-wing coalition leads in France's snap elections, Macron falters
Projections show left coalition that came together ahead of snap election won most seats.

10 of the best chocolate destinations for chocolate lovers
Discover the top chocolate-producing countries for World Chocolate Day.

Shane Te Pou: A victory UK Labour can't afford to waste
OPINION: Starmer has a historic opportunity to rebuild Britain. Let’s hope he takes it.

'Change begins': UK's Labour sweeps to power as Sunak concedes election
Conservatives were predicted to suffer the worst performance in the party’s long history.

The intriguing real-life story of Keir Starmer, UK’s next prime minister
Who is the man who will call 10 Downing St home?

Market Watch: Investors wary of political turmoil as tech boom rolls on
Europe and Britain are already feeling an economic rebound despite political dramas.

New country set to become the world's most-visited destination
Researchers reveal what they expect will be the top travel hotspots by 2040.

What will (and won’t) be open in Paris for the Olympics?
A time when most Parisien business owners depart the city for a holiday.

'Hooked to the roof': Severe turbulence injures up to 30 passengers
Up to 30 people have been injured following severe turbulence.

Top picks this week: Australian Open tickets, 5-star hotels and week-long holiday deals
Ready to put your out-of-office on?

Chris Rattue: England's terrific chance to beat All Blacks
OPINION: The All Blacks are back to rescue our dud sports scene.

History made today at royal family's beloved Scottish castle
An order from King Charles will finally come to fruition.

Marine Le Pen’s hard-right National Rally heading for victory in France
Voters have turned out in high numbers for the first round in French elections.

France's high-stakes election begins; far-right may win for first time since Nazi era
Nationalist, far-right forces could win for the first time since the Nazi era.

In(ti)mate: Woman arrested after footage of officer's alleged sex with prisoner goes viral
The video is reported to have been taken in the scandal-ridden HMP Wandsworth in London.