And while it’s often overshadowed by flashier Tokyo, Osaka’s under-the-radar vibe is exactly what residents love about living here. Switzerland consistently ranks high for quality of life, thanks to policy and infrastructure that support well-being. Both Zurich and Geneva made the top five this year, but Geneva residents say their city has a different feel – more compact, more relaxed but with all the benefits of a global hub. For a dose of local hygge, Liveng recommends a swim at Sandkaj Harbour Bath in the Nordhavn district. “It’s a favourite spot to dip and lay in the Sun, especially during the warmer months,” she said. For a winter visit, Franklin suggests the Islands Brygge harbour baths.
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“The hiking trails that connect them offer spectacular views of the city,” she said. Franklin also appreciates the city’s community spirit and a lack of pressure that means you can meet a friend by the water with no planning and have coffee for two hours. While the skies might often be grey, he says the city is brightened by open-air markets, public saunas and the sound of kids running in the park. The streaming giant is the last company to settle with the president after suspending his account in the wake of the 6 January attack in 2021. The team will find out everything you need to know and be able to call upon a network of contacts including our experts and pundits. Senegal need to win both matches or hope Democratic Republic of Congo drop points in their last two games in Group B.
See the past come to life through the BBC’s unique archive, in your inbox every Thursday. The billionaire will remain involved in the company as executive chairman. Rory McIlroy speaks of his pride at being part of the close-knit European team which won the Ryder Cup at Bethpage and adds that he regards 2025 as the best year of his life. Officials in London have said that they are looking into the reports but haven’t identified anyone responsible yet. The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is expected to get operational in the coming months.
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- Nearly $1 million worth of merchandise was stolen by about 25 people, according to police.
- “Hanging out at Streamer Coffee Company in Shinsaibashi is a first-class ‘cool’ urban experience to rival any city,” he said.
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The president believes the American film-making industry has been “stolen” by other countries. We want to reward your time by telling you things you do not know and reminding you of things you do. Two places will go to the six teams in the intercontinental play-offs that are played in March 2026. A win for Algeria in their penultimate match against Somalia would book them a first World Cup spot since 2014. In Group D, a win for Cape Verde in either of their matches against Libya and Eswatini would take them through. South Africa need four points from their last two matches, with Benin, Nigeria and Rwanda all mathematically able to still win Group C.
- In addition, Liveng finds the infrastructure to be thoughtfully designed.
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- Royal recommends visitors enjoy the restaurants and pop-up bars that appear during the summer months, and the Christmas markets in the winter.
- Switzerland consistently ranks high for quality of life, thanks to policy and infrastructure that support well-being.
- Cape Verde need a win from either of their last two qualifiers to book their place in the finals.
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While Vienna has topped the Global Liveability Index for years, 2025 crowned a new number one. From Copenhagen to Melbourne, we asked locals what it’s actually like to reside in these famously liveable cities. President Donald Trump has previously claimed Biden used an autopen to sign important documents, including pardons. Nearly $1 million worth of merchandise was stolen by about 25 people, according to police. The president made the comment while speaking to reporters Friday morning and added that he did not have a list of names.
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The US president warned military leaders of a “war from within”, and signals they will be tasked with intervening. The city’s natural beauty – especially the crescent-shaped Lake Geneva and its mountain backdrop – also add to the appeal of daily life. The lake has plenty of spots to picnic and sunbathe, with La Grange Park offering unique lake views and expansive rose gardens.
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“Grab a hot chocolate, sit at the water’s edge and just watch Copenhagen drift by,” he said. Taking the top spot in the liveability index, the Danish capital also recently ranked as the world’s happiest city. The two go hand in hand, as Copenhagen’s high stability, infrastructure and environment scores directly translate into daily happiness for residents. The city’s reliable infrastructure – including a clean, punctual and wide-reaching transit system – make Osaka easy to live in, without the crowds of Tokyo. Hill says it’s simpler to get reservations at top-tier places, and the prices are much better as well.
In Africa, seven places will be decided in October from the final two rounds of qualification matches. England will secure qualification next month if they beat Latvia, and Serbia drop points in either of their matches against Albania and Andorra. Asia’s next two places will be confirmed in October, with the winners of the two fourth-round groups qualifying. Oceania qualifying has already ended – with New Zealand beating New Caledonia 3-0 in the final. Qualifying started in March – with some teams not even playing their first qualifiers until this month because of the Nations League. In the third round, the top two teams in three different groups qualified automatically.
Still, cities in Western Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada continue to fare well in the rankings, with Osaka the only Asian city cracking the top 10. We asked locals from five of this year’s top-ranked cities to find out. Twelve teams are involved in a third round of qualifying which started this month. Asian qualifying started in October 2023 with the lower-ranked teams in action.
Cape Verde need a win from either of their last two qualifiers to book their place in the finals. Eighteen of the 48 places at the 2026 World Cup have been decided – and some of the remaining spots could go to history-makers. Donald Trump says a deal on the future of TikTok in the US has been made, but it’s not been confirmed by China or the app’s owner ByteDance. Pessimistic social media posts may now be targets of a fresh crackdown by the Chinese government. Umir Irfan looks at how football teams are using blocking moves at set-pieces in a similar way to how NFL players block their opponents. Deepti Sharma scores a half-century and takes three wickets as India seal a 59-run win over Sri Lanka in the opening match of the Women’s World Cup.
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“I’m a native New Yorker who moved to Vienna for the lifestyle about four years ago and have no plans on returning,” said Nataleigh O’Connell, a communications consultant at UNIDO. “I’ve found a quality of life that I didn’t think was possible in a major capital city.” The Concacaf qualifying takes a different look, with three of their biggest hitters not involved as they have qualified as hosts – but still plenty of spots up for grabs. There are nine African groups of World Cup qualifying, each with six teams, which started in November 2023.
A resident of the Greek island of Ikaria, known as the island of immortals, shares her tips for longevity. The mysterious ‘mermaid’ of Cornwall helps to educate future generations about cleaner oceans. Financial markets are expecting the US Federal Reserve to accelerate the cutting of interest rates. She also loves Melbourne’s multicultural energy, which brings together people from all walks of life and fuels a vibrant mix of activities, events and cuisines. “It’s never boring, and there are always new ways to broaden your perspective and try something different,” she said. “Our 2.5-year-old son attends a highly subsidised daycare that costs us about US$600 per month, covering everything,” she said.
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