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Working in Canada Starting July 17, 2026: New Minimum Wages for Foreign Workers and Updated Rules for the TFWP Program

Canada has updated the conditions for hiring foreign workers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and established new minimum hourly wage rates for low-wage workers. The changes affect employers in all provinces and territories and have expanded the list of cities subject to hiring restrictions. Learn more about the new wage thresholds, geographic restrictions, requirements for Canadian businesses, and the role of the LMIA in the hiring process

Which EU Countries Have the Fastest-Growing Populations: Eurostat's 2026 Ranking

As of early 2026, the European Union had a population of 452 million, and the population had been growing for the fifth consecutive year. At the same time, population growth was recorded in only 16 of the 27 member states. Learn more about the most populous EU countries and those with the highest and lowest population growth rates

Seven islands in Greece have declared a state of emergency due to water shortages: what tourists need to know

Seven Greek islands have declared a state of emergency due to drought and a severe shortage of fresh water. Learn more about the affected areas, possible restrictions for tourists, and how to prepare for your trip

Canary Islands Calima: Dangerous Saharan Dust Now Hits Resorts 146 Days a Year

The Canary Islands are increasingly being blanketed by dangerous calima - thick dust from the Sahara. Find out how many days a year this phenomenon lasts, how it is dangerous for tourists' health and how to protect yourself during your vacation

Heatwave in Europe in late July 2026: In which countries could temperatures approach 50 degrees?

The European continent is bracing for yet another heat challenge—meteorologists are forecasting a severe heat wave at the end of July and beginning of August 2026. The highest temperatures are expected in southern countries, where thermometers could approach critical levels. Learn more about where in Europe temperatures could reach 50 degrees at the end of July and what the weather conditions will be like in the coming days

Transportation Strikes in Italy, July 20–25, 2026: Dates and Possible Disruptions

From July 20 to 25, 2026, a series of strikes by aviation, rail, public, and maritime transport workers will take place in Italy. Learn more about the dates of potential disruptions, the cities affected, and the carriers involved in the protests

Five Paths to EU Citizenship Without Investment: Descent, Marriage, Residency

EU citizenship doesn't have to be bought for hundreds of thousands of euros with a golden visa. Find out what five ways allow you to get a European passport without any investment - and who exactly is entitled to them in 2026

Ranking of Countries by Education Spending: Which Countries Allocate the Largest Share of GDP to Education

The level of government investment in education reflects a country’s priorities and influences the quality of education systems around the world. A recent study covering 181 countries revealed some surprising patterns: it was not the wealthiest economies but small island nations that topped the rankings, while the Scandinavian countries lead among the world’s largest economies. Learn more about which countries spend the largest share of their GDP on education, how spending is distributed among leading economies, and what factors determine the size of education budgets