EU Migration Crackdown: EU lawmakers are set to give final approval to tougher migration rules, expanding powers to detain irregular arrivals and enabling “return hubs” outside the bloc, with deportation centres planned to be operational from 2027. Air Passenger Rights Update: The EU has agreed a deal to strengthen air passenger rights after a long deadlock, keeping delay compensation and guaranteeing free cabin luggage (with limits) for travellers. Ryanair vs EU Cabin-Bag Rules: Ryanair blasted the new EU approach to free cabin bags, warning it could push up base fares. Greece Holiday Leave Reform: Greece has changed rules on summer holiday leave, allowing annual leave to be split into multiple periods, but still requiring employer approval. Bathing Water Quality: Cyprus and Greece top EU bathing water quality rankings, with Greece recording no “poor” sites. Italy Rail Add-On: Rail Europe adds Campania Express, linking Naples with Pompeii, Herculaneum and Sorrento by train. Travel Disruption Watch (World Cup): After France–Senegal in New Jersey, fans reported ongoing road and rail rush-hour strain, with shuttle bus demand selling out. Accessibility Complaint: A wheelchair passenger says British Airways denied boarding at JFK because she was travelling alone. Holiday Safety (Portugal): A British tourist missing off Portugal’s Algarve coast has been found dead. World Cup Boost for UK: Analysis suggests the 2026 FIFA World Cup could add billions to Britain’s economy, though employers may face productivity hits from match-time absences.