European city just 3 hours from UK that's still sunny in autumn and has £2 pints

Tirana at sunset(Image: Getty) For a stunning autumn getaway, there's no need to spend big or journey far. In fact, one of the most breath taking destinations is practically on our doorstep. Albania, brimming with culture and steeped in intriguing...

Google AI Plus is now in 77 countries

Just under a month after the announcement, Google AI Plus is coming to 36 more emerging markets for a total of 77 countries. It’s meant to be cheaper than AI Pro. In the Gemini app, you get access to 2.5 Pro and Deep Research with a 128K token...

The very affordable city 3 hours from London with £2 pints and autumn sun

Tirana definitely won't break the bank For a stunning autumn getaway, there's no need to splurge or journey far. In fact, one of the most breathtaking destinations is practically on the UK's doorstep. Albania is an extraordinary country, bursting...

Recent federal case highlights Arizona's contentious relationship with gambling

By Ryan Myers and Anyon Fak-McDaniels | Cronkite News PHOENIX – As dawn broke on May 12, 1992, teams of FBI agents and U.S. marshals in fleets of trucks rolled out into the desert toward Native American reservations across the state, under orders...

Reform needed to reinforce the legitimacy of ISDS in resolving societal challenges

Introduction In recent years, international trade and investment have continued to flourish despite global economic uncertainties. Global trade hit a record US$33 trillion in 2024, increasing by 3.7 per cent from 2023.[1] The Association of...

Blocked IPARD Funds, OLAF Calls for Measures

Nearly two years after the publication of the investigative report on the possible misuse of European Union IPARD funds in Albania, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) has confirmed that the investigations have uncovered irregularities in the...

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualification: Which teams can still qualify? Full scenarios explained

The battle for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is heating up as countries across continents reach closer to filling a slot in the expanded 48-team tournament hosted by USA, Mexico, and Canada. As 20 teams have already qualified, the October international...

How British FBI use secret weapon to sabotage small boats – as smugglers are forced to abandon migrants heading for UK

WHEN Tunisian Mohammed Ali chose to cross into Europe for “money and a better life”, his route took him through the continent’s wild frontier. This is the rugged Balkan landscape of the Turkish border with Bulgaria on the continent’s south eastern...

Jamie Carragher overlooks England after picking three World Cup 2026 favourites

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Ryanair passengers reminded about new flying rules starting from November

Ryanair is urging passengers to familiarise themselves with their new boarding rules, set to begin in November. The budget airline is saying goodbye to physical boarding passes and embracing a fully digital approach, rendering paper print-outs...

Ryanair Warns Passengers Ahead Of November Boarding Pass Changes

Low-cost giant Ryanair has warned passengers to be prepared for its new paperless boarding pass policy, which comes into effect next month. From November 12, Ryanair passengers can no longer opt for a printed boarding pass, with the carrier moving...

Rama vows AI boost, gives startups access to public data

TIRANA, Oct. 14 (TemA) — Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said Tuesday his government will expand support for artificial intelligence (AI) and open data access to innovators and startups. Speaking at the Hackathon & Investment Forum EU–WB6 in...

Ryanair’s controversial boarding pass change is coming on November 12 — how it will affect you

Ryanair is making a change to its boarding passes in the next few weeks (Picture: Getty Images) Ryanair is no stranger to a controversy, from axing millions of seats to the UK’s most popular holiday destination (Spain), to chartering a new route...

Nebojsa Pavkovic, Serbian general convicted by UN of war crimes in Kosovo, dies at 79

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How to Elevate Your Travel Photography Beyond Vacation Snapshots

Travel photography is one of the most rewarding genres, as it allows you to use your image skills in new and exciting environments. But there is more to it than just creating vacation snaps. Here are some of my approaches to better travel...

Antonio Gates allegedly hosted and played in rigged Miami poker game: report

Antonio Gates allegedly hosted and played in a rigged Miami poker game, according to a new report. Sports investigative journalist Pablo Torre reported on Sunday that the Hall of Fame tight end hosted and participated in an allegedly rigged game...

Merz Brings 40 Eurofighters to Erdogan’s Table

The terse official statement about German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to Turkey belies its true weight. The trip, prepared since his first day in office, marks a dramatic step in Berlin’s effort to visibly upgrade relations with Ankara under...

Bangladesh beat Ireland to avenge losses and stay in the World Cup

ALSO: Doeschate has no regrets going Dutch with South Africa Australian quicks star in rout of New Zealand CHITTAGONG // Bangladesh stung flat-footed Ireland to resurrect their World Cup campaign with a 27-run victory in front of some 25,000...

Malta’s new anti-corruption AI Minister: Meet Xemxija 3000

When Albania announced it had appointed an Artificial Intelligence minister named Diella (meaning "sun"), tasked with fighting corruption, many Maltese onlookers probably sighed wistfully. After all, nothing says "hope" like a robot promising that...

“We Will Move to Another Level by 2030” — Rama: Transformation with AI in Every Sector

Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the event on Monday for the presentation of the Digital Identity project, where during his speech he emphasized that Albania is now a leading country in the region when it comes to public services and innovation....