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Why are Swiss wages so high?
Employees in Switzerland have higher net salaries than their counterparts elsewhere in Europe. But why exactly do they earn more?
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Norwegian word of the day: Røtmåneden
The period stretching from the last week in July to the last week in August has been referred to as 'røtmåneden', bringing changin…
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'Everything is on hold': The ups and downs of working in Sweden in summer
Office fruit disappears, trains and restaurants shut down, and it is impossible to get anything done if it involves a Swedish coll…
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Italian expression of the day: 'Tutti quanti'
Here's a phrase the whole lot of you should know.
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Your key questions answered about the Schengen area's 90-day rule
The EU/Schengen area's '90-day' rule is a complicated one that causes much confusion for travellers - here we answer some of the m…
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The best sweet treats you should be able to identify if you live in Norway
Sweets are serious business in Norway, and sweet buns (boller in Norwegian) are basically the unofficial national dessert. But how…
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How can a work permit holder stay in Denmark after losing a job?
If you have a work permit in Denmark but lose your job, can you remain in the country while looking for new work? The answer depen…
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How much does it cost to go to the dentist in Denmark?
Denmark is known as an expensive country and dental care is not fully covered by the public health system. But it's possible to av…
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17 essential phone apps to make your life in Denmark easier
From commuting to grocery shopping, mobile apps have made many of our daily tasks simpler. Here are some of the best apps to have …
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IN MAPS: Which parts of Italy have the highest risk of earthquakes?
Italy is among the most earthquake-prone countries in Europe - but they're more of a concern in some areas than others.
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What you need to know about Italy's free museum Sundays
Want to see the Colosseum or Michelangelo’s David for free? You can on one date every month.
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The 8 signs that August has arrived in France
Summer holidays are popular the world over, of course, but France takes the tradition of les grandes vacances particularly serious…
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What happens to undocumented migrants after they arrive in Spain?
Spain is one of the gateways into Europe for African migrants seeking a better life. But what happens when they arrive on Spanish …
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Why does Switzerland celebrate national day on August 1st?
People across Switzerland get busy brunching, lunching and setting off fireworks when the country celebrates its national day on A…
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Swedish word of the day: tråkig
Today we're looking at yet another Swedish word which doesn't always mean what you might assume.