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Last update: 6 hours agoCruise Costs in the Spotlight: Barcelona’s mayor is proposing to double a 4-euro daily municipal surcharge for cruise stopovers under 12 hours in the city, with a possible start in 2027—another overtourism squeeze on visitors. EU Sanctions Shift on Syria: The EU renewed sanctions on former Assad-linked figures for a year while delisting seven Syrian government entities, including defence and interior ministries, as Brussels says it’s easing measures to strengthen engagement after Assad’s fall. Hungary-Ukraine EU Talks: Hungary’s new government says it’s ready to start technical dialogue with Kyiv on Ukraine’s EU accession, focusing on the rights of Hungarians in Ukraine. Travel Demand, More Questions: Europe-bound travellers aren’t cancelling en masse this summer, but they’re building in flexibility and asking more before booking. Air Travel Capacity Returns: Shannon Airport is restarting key US routes—United to Chicago and Delta to New York—boosting summer transatlantic seats. Tech & Health: An EU healthcare IT honours list names 26 client-rated vendors, while an AI “avatar doctor” study finds patients feel less stressed after a pre-consultation briefing. Sports: Ulster chase a Challenge Cup finale against Montpellier with a possible Rob Baloucoune boost.
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