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The six best places to swim outdoors in Oslo this summer
Summer is around the corner, so here is our list of the best places to cool off and take a dip in Oslo.
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¡Qué calor! 18 Spanish phrases to moan about the heat like a local
The scorching weather Spain gets in summer means Spaniards are well equipped with a colourful variety of expressions to complain about the heat, from 'sweating like a chicken' to 'it’s…
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Deposits, complaints and registration: Five key things to know about renting in Denmark
The Danish rental housing market can seem like an intimidating and impenetrable place. Here are five vital tips to help you as a newcomer looking for a place to rent…
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Sri Lanka reopens borders to international travelers
The island nation of Sri Lanka is now open to tourists from all countries.
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Singapore Airlines plans for a fully vaccinated crew
Singapore's national carrier is hoping to become the world's first airline to get all of its crew members vaccinated against Covid-19.
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China debuts 620 kph train prototype
China has revealed a prototype for a new high-speed Maglev train that is capable of reaching speeds of 620 kilometers (385 miles) per hour.
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Self-driving robotaxis are taking off in China
The world has been inching toward fully autonomous cars for years. In China, one company just got even closer to making it a reality.
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A Shanghai building ‘walks’ to a new location
Shanghai residents passing through the city's eastern Huangpu district in October might have stumbled upon an unusual sight: a "walking" building.
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This ‘edible’ plastic bag alternative could save Nara’s sacred deer
A local entrepreneur in the Japanese tourist destination of Nara has developed an alternative to plastic shopping bags, to protect the town's sacred deer.
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Eat well and close shutters: The French government advice for surviving a heatwave
As France swelters under a heatwave, it's worth remembering the French government's official advice on how to stay cool and out of danger.
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Swimming and bullocks – 10 ways to say you’re sweating in French
When the heatwaves arrive, you're likely to end up a bit sweaty - luckily, the French language is rich with ways to express that you're feeling somewhat hot and bothered.