13 h. ago This small London museum has been named best in Europe for 2026 – and it’s free

It was recognised by the awards body for empowering younger generations

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27 h. ago BBC backs decision to let Israel join Eurovision 2026 as four countries pledge to boycott event

Ireland, Spain and Netherlands lead action protesting at Israeli conduct in war with Gaza

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27 h. ago Four countries pull out of Eurovision 2026 after Israel is allowed to compete

Multiple countries, including Ireland, have chosen to boycott Eurovision 2026 after the European Broadcasting Union decided to allow Israel to compete in the competition

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29 h. ago Multiple countries boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel allowed to compete

The announcements came after European Broadcasting Union met to discuss concerns about Israel’s role in the contest amid its conduct in Gaza

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3 d. ago 'I'm a flight attendant and you should visit these budget destinations in 2026'

A flight attendant has shared the budget-friendly destinations you should consider visiting in 2026, including stunning European hidden gems and tropical escapes

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3 d. ago FKA Twigs announces 2026 UK and European tour, including huge London O2 show

FKA Twigs announces 2026 UK and European tour, including huge London O2 show  NME

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8 d. ago Vladimir Putin plays piano and wins at judo in 2026 propaganda calendar

‘I am a dove, but I have very powerful iron wing,’ reads one quote from the leader

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1 week ago Inside Africa's 'Galapagos': The small island paradise where eco

São Tomé and Principe, located just off the coast of West Africa, has been named an 'underrated and underappreciated travel destination'.

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2 w. ago Beautiful city less than 3 hours from UK is like scene straight out of Disney film

With the release of Wicked: For Good today, a travel company has named the top 10 most beautiful destinations to experience real-life Disney charm

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2 w. ago Ukraine war briefing: Greece signs deal to supply gas to Kyiv over ‘difficult’ winter

Agreement comes as Volodymyr Zelenskyy starts European tour aimed at shoring up Ukrainian energy supply and defences. What we know on day 1,363See all our Russia-Ukraine war coverageGreece has signed a deal with Ukraine to supply US-origin liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the country amid the crippling of its energy infrastructure from Russian strikes. Sunday’s agreement came as Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Athens at the start of a European tour aimed at shoring up Ukraine’s defences and energy supply ahead of winter. The deal – to run from December until March 2026 – “marks an essential step in strengthening regional energy cooperation and European energy security”, said a joint statement from the Ukrainian president and the Greek prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, after they met. The deal would make it possible to “support Ukraine in the midst of a difficult winter”, they said. The deal came as Ukrainian energy infrastructure was damaged by Russian drone strikes overnight into Sund...

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3 w. ago UK's town dubbed 'worst seaside' destination has now been named must

The coastal town been named the number one trending destination for 2026 by Flixbus, which analysed booking data and forecasted search interest.

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3 w. ago How to get Foo Fighters general sale tickets for Take Cover UK and European Tour 2026

The Foo Fighters are set to perform for two nights at Liverpool's Anfield stadium next year

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3 w. ago Good morning Vienna: new sleeper services will run from Paris to the Austrian capital and Berlin next year

European Sleeper will operate the new services from March 2026, replacing the Nightjet trains that are being axed next monthThe resurgence of sleeper trains on the continent hit a kink in the tracks in September, when the Austrian state operator ÖBB announced that it would be axing its two Nightjet services – Paris to Vienna and Paris to Berlin – from 14 December. ÖBB cited the French government’s ending of subsidies, dealing a blow to the night-train renaissance.However, there is light at the end of the tunnel. European Sleeper has told the Guardian that it will be taking over the route from Paris to Berlin, with the first train to run on 26 March 2026. The train will operate three times a week with departures likely to be from Paris Gare du Nord on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings and the return service from Berlin Hauptbahnhof and Ostbahnhof on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The current Nightjet service departs Paris Gare de l’Est just after 7pm and winds east via Strasbourg,...

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3 w. ago World Cup 2026 European qualifying: when, how and who needs what?

Only England have qualified so far, and there is sure to be drama aplenty over the next week as everyone else battles to join themThe standings in fullCould the unthinkable happen? Germany have never failed to qualify for the World Cup but the four-time champions can’t afford slip-ups if they are to seal top spot after losing against Slovakia in their opening game. Julian Nagelsmann’s side lead Slovakia on goal difference and need to beat Luxembourg on Friday and see whether Northern Ireland – guaranteed a playoff after finishing top of their Nations League group – can do them any favours in Slovakia on the same night. Germany finish against Slovakia in Leipzig on Monday in what could be a winner-takes-all showdown. Teams finishing second go into the playoffs. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago How to get Foo Fighters presale tickets for 2026 UK and European Tour

The Foo Fighters are set to perform at Liverpool's Anfield stadium next year

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3 w. ago Ticketmaster confirms strict Foo Fighters rule for UK and Europe 2026 tour dates

Foo Fighters have confirmed shows across Europe including Liverpool Anfield

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3 w. ago Foo Fighters announce 2026 tour including UK and European dates

So far Foo Fighters have only confirmed one UK city

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4 w. ago Scottish 'whisky island' getaway you can book for better than 60 per cent off

The island was recently named one of the top travel destinations in Europe for 2026 by Condé Nast Traveler.

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4 w. ago The European city named top destination for 2026 that’s a £32 flight from Manchester Airport

It beat Barcelona and Rome to bag the number one spot

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4 w. ago New sleeper train set to launch between popular European cities in 2026

Those in compartments can expect fresh sheets, a personal washbasin and breakfast included in their ticket

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