Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
La Mercè runs across Barcelona from 23 to 27 September 2026. Here are the best free, international and family-friendly events, with practical tips for newcomers.
AVA London runs from 24 to 26 September 2026 across London venues, combining electronic music, visual arts, creative technology, talks, networking and club shows. Here is how the passes and individual events work.
Féile Frank Harte runs in Dublin from 25 to 27 September 2026. A practical guide to the programme, tickets, venue and the best events for first-time visitors.
Panorámica 2026 runs in Stockholm from 22 to 27 September, with Latin American films across five cinemas, a special focus on Mexico, English subtitles and tickets from SEK 50.
Melbourne Festival of Puppetry runs from 22 to 27 September 2026 with shows, workshops, free street performances and a community Puppet Picnic. Here are the most useful picks for international residents and families.
Qantas Ground Services workers are due to strike for 24 hours in Victoria on 23 September and elsewhere in Australia on 24 September. QantasLink flights from Sydney and freight deliveries are the main areas to watch.
Portugal’s IFICI tax incentive can give qualifying new residents a 20% rate on eligible Portuguese employment or self-employment income for up to 10 years. Here is who can qualify, the 15 January registration deadline and the main limits.
Dubai has approved an 80km New Fourth Corridor linking Sharjah and Abu Dhabi through Dubai. Here is the route, the projected journey-time savings and what has not yet been announced.
Heavy rain has changed the Asian Games equestrian programme in Tokyo. Eventing dressage and cross-country are now both scheduled for 22 September, while the cancelled 21 September session is refund-eligible.
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