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Europe News

Parisians are now flying above the Seine on electric surfboards

Parisians are discovering a new way to enjoy the Seine on electric hydrofoil boards. The activity gives riders the sensation of flying above the water while producing no noise or direct emissions.

Culture news

Barack Obama pays tribute to Glen Hansard in his summer 2026 playlist

Barack Obama continues his longstanding tradition of sharing his music (and literature) picks for the summer - and has paid tribute to the Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard, who tragically died this week in a motorcycle crash at the age of 56.

Culture news

Stoned alone: English Heritage raffles solitary trip at Stonehenge

English Heritage has launched a unique competition to satisfy the dreams of people seeking to spend a moment of quiet calm alone within the iconic circle at Stonehenge, one of Britain's most emblematic monuments.

Health news

Jet lag tips: What to eat and drink to beat travel fatigue

What you eat and drink before, during and after a flight can ease jet lag symptoms.

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Health news

Depression isn't just a winter problem: What to know about summer SAD

Seasonal depression is often associated with the cold, dark days of winter, but some people experience it in summer instead. And heatwaves and tropical nights can be behind it.

Earth News

This Croatian island has a centuries-old way to beat the summer heat

On the Adriatic island of Rab, traditional stone houses, shaded streets and long-established daily routines help residents cope with summer heat.

Europe News

Up to 38°C this weekend: How long will the heatwave last?

Several German cities face another weekend of tropical nights and daytime highs above 35C. However, weather services say the heatwave will not cover all of Germany.

Nature

Dangerous jellyfish, even in Germany: where you need to be careful

As sea temperatures rise, jellyfish are once again a familiar sight on many beaches, even in the Baltic and North Seas. A brief look at common species in popular holiday regions.

EU.XL

How Europe made most, but not all, of its swimming waters 'excellent'

Planning a swim this summer? Chances are you'll be diving into clean water. A new European Environment Agency report shows that 96 percent of monitored bathing sites across the EU meet minimum health standards, with nearly 85 percent rated "excellent". But why are some swimming spots still unsafe?

Earth News

Greece installs floating barriers to protect swimmers from jellyfish

The most critical factor determining the effectiveness of floating barriers is ensuring they are positioned correctly in the water.

Earth News

Germany sees increase in mosquitoes during hot weather

The current mix of heat and humidity in Germany provides ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, especially the common house mosquito and the invasive Asian tiger mosquito.

Health news

Heatwave leaves Europe with thousands of excess deaths

Preliminary data from Western Europe points to more than 4,000 additional deaths as record June temperatures strain health systems — with governments now scrambling to bolster preparedness for future heatwaves.

Tech News

The Strawberry Moon rises tonight — and no, it isn't strawberry-coloured

The Strawberry Moon rises over Europe this evening, bringing with it centuries of tradition and absolutely no strawberry colouring whatsoever.

Climate

Spanish heatwave set to continue with 40C forecast

A mass of warm air will gradually push up temperatures, bringing intense heat by the weekend, except in the north of the peninsula.

Moments

The chicest designer beach club pop-ups in Europe this summer

From Burberry and Dior to Jacquemus and Missoni, these are all the branded takeovers you need to know about in 2026.

Tech News

Do not put your phone in the fridge: 5 ways to keep your tech cool

Here are 5 ways to prevent your laptops and smartphones from getting damaged this summer.