The DayThe Day: Tuesday, June 24, 2026 (#63)
Trump formally declares the Iran ceasefire. France records its hottest day in history. The House passes the housing bill, sending it to the president's desk.
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TravelThe Best Time to Visit Portugal
The best time to visit Portugal isn't in August. A case for September, and when to go to each region.
TravelThe Best Places to Travel in Italy: A Practical Guide for the Unhurried
Sylvia Chen on the Italy most travelers miss, and why the second visit is almost always better than the first.
TravelRetire in Portugal: What I Found When I Went Looking
Every retirement conversation I've had in three years eventually turns to Portugal. So I went back, walked the streets, and wrote down what I actually found.