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  All the 29 EU countries that will take your fingerprint from today
From Sunday, October 12, European countries utilising the Entry/Exit System (EES) will commence new operations at their respective borders. The end of the week will see the gradual roll-out of changes that could result in more data being collected...
    
  Belgium Faces North Macedonia in Critical World Cup Qualifier
Ghent, Belgium – Belgium will clash with North Macedonia in a pivotal 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Planet Group Arena. With both teams vying for top position in UEFA qualifying Group J, this match holds...
    
  New rules for Brits travelling to Europe from TODAY
NEW rules for all Brits heading to Europe have been introduced today. The new Entry Exit System (EES) will now require any non-EU citizens to register at the EU border. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Thank you! New rules have been introduced...
    
  Full list of EU countries that will start taking your fingerprint from today
From Sunday, October 12, European countries using the Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin new operations at their respective borders. The end of the week will mark the gradual introduction of changes that could see more data from travellers being...
    
  Exact amount of money you should have to visit each EU country from Sunday
Milo Boyd Digital Travel Editor and Commercial Content Lead and Dan Taylor 05:45, 11 Oct 2025 New EU entry rules come into force on October 12(Image: Focus Pixel Art via Getty Images) British travellers could find themselves questioned about their...
    
  Croatia vs Gibraltar Prediction and Betting Tips | October 12th 2025
Croatia and Gibraltar are back in action in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers when they lock horns at the Stadion Andelko Herjavec on Sunday. Both sides find themselves at opposite ends of the group standings, with Scott Wiseman’s men...
    
  UK travellers told how much money they need to visit each EU country from Sunday
Milo Boyd Digital Travel Reporter and Dan Taylor 05:05, 11 Oct 2025 The EU's EES rules are coming into force(Image: ADRIAN DENNIS, AFP via Getty Images) British travellers could face questions about their bank balance when jetting off from the end...
    
  Travelling to Europe soon? You will be fingerprinted on arrival
Tourists will have their fingerprints and photo taken upon entry and exit to the European Union from October 12 as part of a new biometric-focused entry-check system. According to the EU, as well as boosting security, the new entry/exit system...
    
  India–EFTA trade pact targets $100 billion in investments
The India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) has established India’s first free trade agreement (FTA) with four developed European nations, with commitments of $100 billion in investments and the creation of 1 million direct jobs...
    
  ‘India displays resilience amid global uncertainty’
Former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Saturday said India is showing remarkable dynamism and resilience amid global uncertainty and a fragmented trade order. Delivering the 85th Kale Memorial Lecture at the Gokhale Institute in Pune, he noted...
    
  From Tatami to Trail: Franz Kofler’s Road to Peace
From his tatami to the open road, Franz Kofler remains an inspiring figure, a 6th-dan Austrian judoka who carries a vision far beyond medals: judo as a bridge between people, cultures and languages. We have had the opportunity to report on his...
    
  Rangers star man receives well-earned International call-up as he moves one step closer to World Cup 'dream'
The midfielder was called up by Steve Clarke as a reinforcement to a suspension-burdened squad After Scotland’s 3-1 victory over Greece, Steve Clarke has called in some reinforcements for the upcoming match against Belarus. The Scots were...
    
  Goal and Highlights for Portugal 1-0 Ireland in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match
Thanks! And that's all for now! Thank you so much for watching this 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying match here on VAVEL, with all the action and excitement in real time! Good evening, and I'll see you here at VAVEL for the next matches! END OF...
    
  North Macedonia vs Kazakhstan Prediction and Betting Tips | October 13th 2025
North Macedonia will host Kazakhstan at the Tose Proeski Arena on Monday in the penultimate round of their UEFA 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. The home side have performed remarkably well in their qualification campaign so far and sit...
    
  Fans loathe dull international breaks — here’s the solution
So what did the manager expect? Hosannas, garlands? It was Wales, at home. In 104 meetings with England, Wales have won 14. They haven’t scored against England since 2016, haven’t won a game since 1984, haven’t won on English soil since 1977....
    
  Foreign Office issues 'day trip' warning for UK travellers
The Foreign Office has issued a crucial update for holidaymakers travelling to one Mediterranean destination ahead of a significant change taking effect this weekend. In its entry requirements guidance for those planning to visit Turkey, officials...
    
  Travelling to Europe from Oman? New biometrics to ease travel
MUSCAT: Travellers from Oman and other non-European countries will face a significant change at Europe’s borders starting October 12. The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) comes into effect on Sunday, replacing traditional passport...
    
  India-EFTA trade pact comes into effect, set to bring USD 100 billion investments and one million jobs
Business News TEPA is projected to attract investments worth USD 100 billion and generate one million direct jobs in India over the next 15 years. TEPA is the first Free Trade Agreement signed by India that includes binding commitments on both...
    
  Foreign Office issues update for those planning ‘day trips’
Kieran Isgin Money & Lifestyle writer 15:35, 11 Oct 2025 The Foreign Office has updated its advice for people heading to the Mediterranean(Image: Getty Images) The Foreign Office has issued a key update for travellers heading to one Mediterranean...
    
  Sports on TV, radio: Oct. 11-13, 2025
• IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship: The Motul Petit le Mans, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, Ga., 11 a.m., NBC • NASCAR Cup Series: Practice, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, 3:30 p.m., TRUTV • NASCAR Cup Series: Qualifying,...