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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Expat Media</title> <atom:link href="https://expatmedia.onl/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://expatmedia.onl</link> <description>Your Voice Abroad</description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:54:05 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2</generator> <image> <url>https://expatmedia.onl/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cropped-Expat-icon-32x32.png</url> <title>Expat Media</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height></image> <item> <title>Brexit Strikes Again</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/brexit-strikes-again/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/brexit-strikes-again/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:49:16 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Expat Life]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Travel & Places]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2208</guid> <description><![CDATA[That Passport May Look Blue, But It’s Feeling Very Red-Taped Ah, the humble British passport. Once a symbol of global access, now a highly specific invitation to queue, squint at fine print, and say “Sorry, what?” to a stone-faced border guard in Milan. And if you’re an expat jaunting across Europe with an old-but-valid passport, […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><br>That Passport May Look Blue, But It’s Feeling Very Red-Taped</h3> <p>Ah, the humble British passport. Once a symbol of global access, now a highly specific invitation to queue, squint at fine print, and say “Sorry, what?” to a stone-faced border guard in Milan. And if you’re an expat jaunting across Europe with an old-but-valid passport, The Telegraph (June 3) just rang the alarm bell — and it sounds a lot like: “Check the expiry date… twice.”</p> <p>Here’s the Brexit-era twist that’s catching people out like a rogue pothole in Provence: UK passports must now be under 10 years old to enter the EU. Not just valid — but freshly valid, squeaky clean, no dust on the edges. This has blindsided many expats, particularly those in France or Italy who treat a weekend trip to another EU country like Brits once treated a trip to the pub.</p> <p>See, pre-Brexit, UK passports could be issued with up to 10 years plus up to 9 months of extra validity. That cheeky top-up used to be a perk — now it’s a trap. The EU Schengen rules don’t care how long your passport says it’s valid for. They care that it was issued within the last 10 years. If not? You’re not going anywhere, darling — except back to the consulate with a very apologetic face.</p> <p>This has left a trail of bewildered Brits stranded at airports, arguing at check-ins, and frantically Googling “emergency passport renewal” while their EasyJet flight taxis off without them. The rules have been in place for a while, yes, but 2025’s enforcement has gotten noticeably stricter — and the number of red-faced expats missing weddings, wine tastings, and wildly overpriced concerts is climbing.</p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">So what’s the play?</h3> <p><br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Check your passport’s issue date, not just the expiry.<br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Renew early — six months ahead is ideal.<br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Don’t assume you’re fine just because it still “has time left.” The EU doesn’t do vibes; it does regulations.</p> <p>The irony? For all the post-Brexit chatter about sovereignty and freedom, nothing feels quite so unfree as having your passport scanned by a German immigration official who frowns like you’ve handed him a Greggs receipt.</p> <p><br>“Your passport may not have expired, but your right to breeze through the EU definitely has.”</p> <p>Stamp it early, travel smart x<br></p> <p></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/brexit-strikes-again/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>From MGs to Red Tape, EU’s New Rules Stall Expat Motoring Dreams</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/from-mgs-to-red-tape-eus-new-rules-stall-expat-motoring-dreams/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/from-mgs-to-red-tape-eus-new-rules-stall-expat-motoring-dreams/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:50:50 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2185</guid> <description><![CDATA[There’s nothing quite like the growl of a classic British engine echoing through a French village at dawn. It’s a cross-cultural symphony — the Queen’s steel and De Gaulle’s tarmac in perfect harmony. That is, until Brussels shows up with a clipboard and ruins the music. As The Times reported on June 3, new EU […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br>There’s nothing quite like the growl of a classic British engine echoing through a French village at dawn. It’s a cross-cultural symphony — the Queen’s steel and De Gaulle’s tarmac in perfect harmony. That is, until Brussels shows up with a clipboard and ruins the music.</p> <p>As The Times reported on June 3, new EU regulations have made it a royal pain in the boot to import classic British cars like MGs, Triumphs, and Jaguars into member states — much to the dismay of UK expats in France who just want to relive their Ealing Studios fantasies in a tweed jacket and goggles.</p> <p>The new rules are part emissions, part safety compliance, part post-Brexit “we’ll show you” energy. For vehicles over 30 years old, exemptions do exist — but they’re as clear as a fogged-up windscreen in Yorkshire. And suddenly, your lovingly restored 1974 MGB GT needs a folder of paperwork thicker than a Haynes manual to get through French customs without getting impounded or, worse, taxed like it’s a 2025 diesel SUV.</p> <p>What used to be a straightforward bit of nostalgia-fueled relocation — “Ship car. Drive off into lavender-scented sunset.” — is now a bureaucratic obstacle course. Certificate of origin? Check. Proof of authenticity? Naturally. Emissions documentation written in five languages, signed in blood by a retired Rover engineer? Possibly.</p> <p>For expats already in France, it’s heartbreaking. That MG wasn’t just a car. It was a link to home. A Sunday ritual. A four-wheeled rebellion against the dull uniformity of modern hatchbacks. And now it’s caught in the gears of red tape, sitting in a customs depot like a confused tourist asking for tea in a café that only serves espresso.</p> <p>So what’s the workaround? Check EU customs exemptions before shipping anything with chrome trim and character. Some countries (like Germany, oddly enough) are more lenient on classic vehicles than others. You might also explore registering it in the UK and driving it abroad under a temporary import scheme — but this comes with its own set of legal potholes.</p> <p>The real shame? It’s a metaphor, isn’t it? A sputtering commentary on how even something as charming and uncontroversial as a vintage car can get caught in the crossfire of regulation, sovereignty, and international faffing.</p> <p>“Importing an MG into France now requires more paperwork than it took to build the car in the first place.”</p> <p>Keep calm, rev wisely x<br></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/from-mgs-to-red-tape-eus-new-rules-stall-expat-motoring-dreams/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Ballots & Barbecues: Will UK Expats Finally Get Their Democratic Dessert?</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/ballots-barbecues-will-uk-expats-finally-get-their-democratic-dessert/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/ballots-barbecues-will-uk-expats-finally-get-their-democratic-dessert/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:46:55 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Expat Life]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2182</guid> <description><![CDATA[Expats — that noble act where we momentarily feel like we’re steering the ship of state, even if it’s been lurching around like it’s captained by a squirrel on espresso. And for those of us sipping wine in France, flipping steaks in Australia, or apologising in advance across Canada — your vote may soon matter […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br>Expats — that noble act where we momentarily feel like we’re steering the ship of state, even if it’s been lurching around like it’s captained by a squirrel on espresso. And for those of us sipping wine in France, flipping steaks in Australia, or apologising in advance across Canada — your vote may soon matter again.</p> <p>According to The Guardian (June 11), Labour’s making serious moves to restore voting rights to UK citizens who’ve lived abroad for more than 15 years. Yes, the so-called “15-year rule” — that dusty bit of bureaucratic nonsense that tells you, “Thanks for paying taxes and sending remittances, but no, you may not vote” — could finally be heading for the shredder.</p> <p>And not a moment too soon. With a general election expected in 2026, expats from Ottawa to Sydney are lobbying like never before. Because let’s face it — the world’s changed, and so have we. The old logic that if you’re not living in the UK, you’re not affected? Laughable. Try pensions, tax treaties, Brexit fallout, currency swings, and NHS access — we live the consequences, even if we’re watching from a different time zone.</p> <p>This push for change isn’t just about letting someone in Marbella tick a box every few years — it’s about political belonging. It’s about acknowledging that you don’t stop being British the minute your Ryanair flight touches down in Málaga.</p> <p>And let’s not forget the numbers. There are well over five million Brits abroad, and a solid chunk of them have been disenfranchised for years. That’s not a minor oversight — it’s a political black hole. The kind of black hole where policies get passed without ever hearing from the people who’ll feel them first (hello, overseas pensioners and frozen state pensions, anyone?).</p> <p>Critics, of course, will mutter about “out of touch voters meddling in UK affairs.” To which we say: most expats are more in touch with policy implications than some voters who’ve never read beyond a headline. We have skin in the game — just spread across several continents.</p> <p>So, what now? Labour’s promising change. Expats are demanding it. And if Parliament plays ball, you might just get your ballot back in time to make your voice heard in 2026 — with all the postal drama that entails. Just remember to update your address, proof of ID, and patience.</p> <p>“We may have left the UK, but we never left the group chat — now let us vote in it.”</p> <p>Democratically yours x<br></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/ballots-barbecues-will-uk-expats-finally-get-their-democratic-dessert/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Trump’s Travel Ban Returns — and This Time, It’s Personal (and Borderline Bureaucratic)</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/trumps-travel-ban-returns-and-this-time-its-personal-and-borderline-bureaucratic/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/trumps-travel-ban-returns-and-this-time-its-personal-and-borderline-bureaucratic/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:42:40 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Expat Life]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Latest News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Travel & Places]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2179</guid> <description><![CDATA[Just when you thought it was safe to dust off your ESTA and pack your Marmite for New York… Trump strikes again — this time with a travel ban that’s turning expat travel plans into the world’s most complicated Sudoku puzzle. As Firstpost reported on June 6, President Trump’s latest executive order bars entry from […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br>Just when you thought it was safe to dust off your ESTA and pack your Marmite for New York… Trump strikes again — this time with a travel ban that’s turning expat travel plans into the world’s most complicated Sudoku puzzle.</p> <p>As Firstpost reported on June 6, President Trump’s latest executive order bars entry from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, and a few others alphabetically cursed to be on every no-fly list since 2002. But here’s the kicker for UK expats: even if you’re as British as tea and sarcasm, holding dual nationality from one of these countries might suddenly mean you’re about as welcome at JFK Airport as a bottle of duty-free vodka in a preschool.</p> <p>Yes, even with your shiny blue UK passport, if your second nationality matches a banned country, you could be denied entry under the new rules — or at the very least, be buried under enough visa paperwork to wallpaper your AirBnB.</p> <p>So if you’re a UK expat in, say, Spain or Singapore with Afghan or Iranian roots, and you were planning a summer jaunt to the States — maybe to visit your cousin in Jersey or take the kids to Disney — it’s time to check your ESTA eligibility like it’s your blood pressure on election night. Because even one wrong tick on that form and you’re more likely to get a TSA pat-down than a Statue of Liberty selfie.</p> <p>What’s more, the ban complicates everything from layovers to family reunions to professional conferences. Business travellers are being advised to avoid transits through the US entirely — which, let’s be honest, was already tempting after your third delayed connection through O’Hare.</p> <p>The politics behind it? Well, it’s vintage Trump: national security narrative meets campaign-season chest-thumping. The practical impact? A logistical headache for dual citizens, border officials, airlines, and anyone trying to explain to their kid why grandma isn’t allowed to meet them in Florida.</p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">So, what should savvy expats do?</h3> <p><br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Check your dual nationality situation before booking.<br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Consult a lawyer if your background puts you in the grey zone.<br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> And maybe consider Canada — it’s got maple syrup, good manners, and zero interest in where your grandparents were born.</p> <p><br>“If your passport has more than one flag, Trump’s new ban might just wave you goodbye.”</p> <p>Travel smart, double-check everything x<br></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/trumps-travel-ban-returns-and-this-time-its-personal-and-borderline-bureaucratic/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Test Cricket’s Money Wicket</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/test-crickets-money-wicket/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/test-crickets-money-wicket/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:39:55 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Cricket]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sport]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2176</guid> <description><![CDATA[Can the Gentleman’s Game Survive the Billionaire Era? Picture it: Australia vs. South Africa, duking it out in the World Test Championship final — whites crisp, tension thick, the air full of leather, willow, and just a hint of sunscreen. For us cricket-obsessed expats, it’s the kind of multi-day therapy session we didn’t know we […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Can the Gentleman’s Game Survive the Billionaire Era?<br></h3> <p>Picture it: Australia vs. South Africa, duking it out in the World Test Championship final — whites crisp, tension thick, the air full of leather, willow, and just a hint of sunscreen. For us cricket-obsessed expats, it’s the kind of multi-day therapy session we didn’t know we needed. A reminder that the rhythm of Test cricket, unlike T20’s flashing neon chaos, still hums with tradition, patience, and the joy of a well-leaved ball.</p> <p>And yet, as BBC Sport (June 11) reports, while ICC chair Jay Shah has publicly declared his love for the longest format (bless him), there’s an elephant wandering across the outfield — money. Or more accurately, the lopsided, crowd-funded avalanche of it that’s flowing into the game… but not necessarily into Test cricket’s bank account.</p> <p>Because here’s the sticky wicket: while Australia, India, and England have the TV deals, packed stadiums, and star-studded squads to keep the Test flame burning, smaller nations — we’re looking at you, West Indies, Bangladesh, even Sri Lanka — are being financially googlied out of contention. And for expats from those cricket-mad regions, watching your home nation’s Test ambitions wither on the vine is like being handed a bat with no handle.</p> <p>In the Caribbean, cricket isn’t just a sport — it’s national identity served with rum and rhythm. But try funding five-day matches in Trinidad when your best players are off chasing franchise millions in Dubai or Delhi. It’s no contest. Test cricket pays in prestige; T20 pays in Lamborghinis.</p> <p>And yes, Jay Shah’s backing is reassuring — but as any veteran fan knows, words are lovely, until they’re not backed by scheduling, salaries, and actual commitment. If the ICC really wants Test cricket to thrive globally, it can’t just protect the marquee fixtures. It needs to pump life into the grassroots and paycheques of players in the less televised corners of the cricketing map.</p> <p>Because Test cricket isn’t just about the Ashes or a sold-out MCG. It’s about a morning session in Bridgetown, a collapsing top order in Chittagong, or a day-five miracle in Galle. Lose that, and we haven’t just lost a format — we’ve lost the soul of the sport.</p> <p><br>“Test cricket may have five days — but its future needs more than five nations.”</p> <p>Stay patient, play straight x<br></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/test-crickets-money-wicket/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Expat Golf Booms in a Parched Paradise</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/expat-golf-booms-in-a-parched-paradise/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/expat-golf-booms-in-a-parched-paradise/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:37:34 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Golf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sport]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2173</guid> <description><![CDATA[Fore! And Possibly a Fine Golf, my friends. The only sport where you spend four hours trying to get into a hole, and then buy drinks for everyone afterwards. And in Spain — particularly that sun-drenched stretch they call the Costa del Sol — expat golf clubs are booming like a stray tee shot hitting […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fore! And Possibly a Fine <br></h3> <p>Golf, my friends. The only sport where you spend four hours trying to get into a hole, and then buy drinks for everyone afterwards. And in Spain — particularly that sun-drenched stretch they call the Costa del Sol — expat golf clubs are booming like a stray tee shot hitting a tiled rooftop.</p> <p>According to The Times (June 5), British-run clubs across the region are expanding faster than a retiree’s luggage allowance. Affordable memberships, friendly competition, and weather that doesn’t make you question your life choices — it’s a seductive cocktail. Throw in the fact that most of these clubs are more sociable than a pub on quiz night, and you’ve got expats trading fish & chips for pitch and putt in record numbers.</p> <p>But here’s the rough patch: all that pristine turf needs water. A lot of it. And Spain, lest we forget, is in the midst of yet another biblical-level drought. The local reservoirs are shrinking like pension funds in a recession, and the sight of green, manicured fairways amid bone-dry landscapes is starting to rankle the neighbours.</p> <p>Environmental groups aren’t whispering either. They’re teeing off — calling out the massive water usage required to keep those emerald-green courses lush enough for Doug from Doncaster to work on his backswing. Municipalities in Andalusia are already tightening irrigation rules, and locals are asking a very fair question: should sport for the few come at the cost of water for the many?</p> <p>Now, to be fairer than a double-bogey on a short par 3, many clubs are trying. Some are switching to drought-resistant grass, others are recycling grey water — which sounds grim, but is better than nothing. Still, the tension is real, and if the rains don’t come, don’t be surprised if golf becomes the new front line in the expat vs. local culture wars.</p> <p>So what’s the expat golfer to do? Enjoy the game, absolutely — but maybe ask a few questions at the next club AGM. Where’s the water coming from? Is your nine-hole slice of heaven sustainable? Or are you teeing up trouble every time you line up that putt?</p> <p>Because in Spain, it’s not just what you’re drinking at the 19th hole — it’s whether your fairway is quietly siphoning it from someone else’s faucet.</p> <p><br>“Expat golf clubs in Spain: where the grass is greener — and so are the locals with rage.”</p> <p>Play smart, swing lightly x</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/expat-golf-booms-in-a-parched-paradise/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>The FA’s Transgender Ban and the Offside Trap of Inclusivity</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/the-fas-transgender-ban-and-the-offside-trap-of-inclusivity/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/the-fas-transgender-ban-and-the-offside-trap-of-inclusivity/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:27:30 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Football]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sport]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2170</guid> <description><![CDATA[Lines, Laws & Locker Rooms Well, this one’s kicked more than a football. As of June 1st, the FA’s ban on transgender women competing in women’s football has officially come into play — and the fallout isn’t just on the pitch. From Brighton to Boston, expat fans are caught somewhere between the rulebook and the […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Lines, Laws & Locker Rooms<br></h3> <p>Well, this one’s kicked more than a football. As of June 1st, the FA’s ban on transgender women competing in women’s football has officially come into play — and the fallout isn’t just on the pitch. From Brighton to Boston, expat fans are caught somewhere between the rulebook and the rainbow flag, debating fairness, identity, and the very shape of the beautiful game.</p> <p>Let’s be clear: this isn’t just a sporting decision. It’s cultural dynamite, wrapped in regulation. According to BBC Sport (May 2), the Football Association now bars transgender women from playing in the women’s game at any level, citing competitive balance and physical safety. But for expats — particularly those in the United States, where inclusivity in sport is fast becoming the default rather than the debate — it’s a move that feels jarring, even regressive.</p> <p>And here’s the crux: sport, like society, isn’t built for binary answers anymore. The FA says it’s about “fair play.” Critics say it’s thinly veiled exclusion dressed up in science. And caught in the middle? Grassroots clubs, weekend warriors, and expats trying to explain to their kids why the local Sunday league now has eligibility rules longer than a Brexit trade agreement.</p> <p>In the States, many youth leagues and collegiate programs lean into inclusion — you play where you identify, not where your birth certificate points. And that ethos has trickled into the expat communities: five-a-side teams in LA, LGBTQ+ leagues in Madrid, women’s clubs in Berlin now buzzing with questions. Not just who gets to play, but what kind of game do we want to build?</p> <p>Because let’s face it, football has always been about more than goals. It’s about belonging. It’s about finding your tribe, even if you’re 3,000 miles from the one you were born into. And for many trans players and their supporters, this FA ruling feels like a red card before the whistle even blows.</p> <p>Will this spread to other countries? Will other sports follow? Will expats form their own inclusive leagues in protest (honestly, they already are)? One thing’s for sure — the conversation’s not going away. And no amount of press releases can smooth over the rough tackles this debate is dragging onto the global stage.</p> <p>“The FA’s new rule protects the game’s ‘fairness’ — but at what cost to its soul?”</p> <p>Play fair, think deeper x<br></p> <p></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/the-fas-transgender-ban-and-the-offside-trap-of-inclusivity/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Paul Pogba, Monaco, and the Most Stylish Comeback Since Vinyl</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/paul-pogba-monaco-and-the-most-stylish-comeback-since-vinyl/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/paul-pogba-monaco-and-the-most-stylish-comeback-since-vinyl/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:24:24 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Football]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sport]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2167</guid> <description><![CDATA[Pogba Back in Play Cue the hair dye and hold the painkillers — Paul Pogba might just be pulling off the comeback of the decade. According to X Trend (June 13), AS Monaco is in advanced talks to sign the former Manchester United midfield magician, who’s been in football purgatory following a doping ban that […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Pogba Back in Play<br></h3> <p>Cue the hair dye and hold the painkillers — Paul Pogba might just be pulling off the comeback of the decade. According to X Trend (June 13), AS Monaco is in advanced talks to sign the former Manchester United midfield magician, who’s been in football purgatory following a doping ban that turned more heads than one of his haircuts.</p> <p>Now, whether you adore him, doubt him, or just enjoy watching him pirouette past defenders like he’s late for a runway show, Pogba returning to Ligue 1 isn’t just a sports story — it’s a cultural event. The French Riviera meets Premier League flair, and expats in France are buzzing like a café at 8 a.m.</p> <p>And rightly so. Imagine this: sunny Sundays in Nice, a chilled bottle of rosé, and Pogba threading passes at Stade Louis II with the precision of a Michelin-starred chef. With Canal+ streaming the drama straight to your expat living room (or your phone, or your yacht, depending on how well your crypto’s doing), there’s no excuse to miss the action — or the hairstyles.</p> <p>But beneath the glitz lies a deeper intrigue. Pogba’s return isn’t just about football; it’s about redemption. After injury woes, club chaos, and a doping suspension that could’ve ended his career with a whimper, he’s now eyeing a renaissance in the principality known for tax breaks and second chances. He’s gone from Turin to turbulence, and now — possibly — to the terrace seats of Monaco. And honestly, if ever there was a city built for a stylish second act, it’s this one.</p> <p>For expats, especially those who’ve endured the long, grey winters of British football punditry moaning about “discipline” and “consistency,” Pogba at Monaco offers pure entertainment. Think fewer red cards, more red carpets.</p> <p>So, whether you’re watching for the football, the fashion, or the fallout, this one’s worth the popcorn. And let’s be real: Ligue 1 just got a hell of a lot more interesting.</p> <p><br>“From doping ban to Monaco man — Pogba’s writing the kind of comeback that even Netflix would greenlight.”</p> <p>Keep it silky x<br></p> <p></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/paul-pogba-monaco-and-the-most-stylish-comeback-since-vinyl/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>When the Dragon Sneezes, Your Portfolio Catches a Cold</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/when-the-dragon-sneezes-your-portfolio-catches-a-cold/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/when-the-dragon-sneezes-your-portfolio-catches-a-cold/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:20:40 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Expat Life]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Money]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2164</guid> <description><![CDATA[China’s Slowdown Ah, China — the land of dumplings, dragons, and once seemingly unstoppable GDP growth. For years, investors treated it like a sure bet. “Put your money in the Middle Kingdom,” they said. “It’s the future,” they said. Well, now it’s 2025, and that future’s showing up a bit late, slightly hungover, and looking […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 class="wp-block-heading">China’s Slowdown<br></h3> <p>Ah, China — the land of dumplings, dragons, and once seemingly unstoppable GDP growth. For years, investors treated it like a sure bet. “Put your money in the Middle Kingdom,” they said. “It’s the future,” they said. Well, now it’s 2025, and that future’s showing up a bit late, slightly hungover, and looking at its shoes.</p> <p>According to Reuters (June 5), China has trimmed its growth forecast for 2025 to a modest 4.2%. That’s hardly an economic collapse, but for a country used to flexing 6% and beyond, it’s like a Ferrari suddenly stuck in second gear. And when the world’s second-largest economy hits the brakes, guess what gets rear-ended? Yep — your expat investment portfolio.</p> <p>Especially if you’re parked in Hong Kong or Singapore, where the local stock tickers read like a who’s who of Chinese tech, property, and state-linked mega-companies. This slowdown is dragging down Chinese equities like an anchor in a hot tub — and if your ISA, SIPP, or offshore bonds are Asia-heavy, it’s time to check what percentage of your future mojitos are riding on the Shanghai Composite.</p> <p>To add spice to the curry, China’s all-in on AI — racing to compete with the West in the tech arms race. That means resources are being pumped into future-focused sectors, but traditional industries — and by extension, legacy stocks — might get left behind. The big gains may lie ahead, but the turbulence is very much now.</p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">So, what’s an expat investor to do? </h3> <p>Diversify, darling. Don’t just flirt with other Asian markets — take them out to dinner. Vietnam’s got growth legs, India’s on fire (in a good way), and even the old faithful — the US — is strutting around like it just found out about interest rates again. Spread the risk, shift some weight from the Middle Kingdom, and keep your eye on the geopolitical tea leaves.</p> <p>Because while China isn’t crashing, it is recalibrating — and if your retirement dreams hinge on its old 8% swagger, you might want to swap that silk tie for something more flexible. Like a balanced ETF.</p> <p>“China’s slowing down — and so might your yacht fund in Singapore if you don’t rebalance.”</p> <p>Stay nimble, stay worldly x<br></p> <p></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/when-the-dragon-sneezes-your-portfolio-catches-a-cold/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Nomadland or Tax Trap? The Lure (and Lurking Danger) of Digital Nomad Visas</title> <link>https://expatmedia.onl/nomadland-or-tax-trap-the-lure-and-lurking-danger-of-digital-nomad-visas/</link> <comments>https://expatmedia.onl/nomadland-or-tax-trap-the-lure-and-lurking-danger-of-digital-nomad-visas/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dangerous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:17:38 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Expat Life]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Latest News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Money]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://expatmedia.onl/?p=2161</guid> <description><![CDATA[There’s a new gold rush underway, folks — and this time, it’s not for oil or crypto, but for sunsets, smoothies, and legally working in swimwear. Digital nomad visas are spreading faster than overpriced oat lattes in Shoreditch, and countries like Portugal and Thailand are rolling out the welcome mat (and possibly a hammock) to […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br>There’s a new gold rush underway, folks — and this time, it’s not for oil or crypto, but for sunsets, smoothies, and legally working in swimwear. Digital nomad visas are spreading faster than overpriced oat lattes in Shoreditch, and countries like Portugal and Thailand are rolling out the welcome mat (and possibly a hammock) to UK expats who’ve had enough of drizzle, rent hikes, and the 7:43 to Clapham Junction.</p> <p>According to The Guardian (June 12), governments across the globe are offering digital nomad visas with tantalising tax incentives. Think: zero or low income tax, fewer bureaucratic headaches, and a beachfront view for your Zoom calls. For remote workers — writers, developers, crypto consultants, and that guy who keeps saying he “builds funnels” — it’s a dream come true.</p> <p>But here’s the catch: while your new country may roll out the sangria and sunshine, HMRC is still sniffing around your picnic. UK tax residency rules are as clingy as a jealous ex — even if you’ve moved out and started seeing other jurisdictions.</p> <p>See, if you haven’t formally broken up with HMRC (using the Statutory Residence Test — a name so dull it’s clearly hiding something), you could still be on the hook for UK tax. Yes, even if you’re earning in baht, paying rent in euros, and working from a balcony where monkeys steal your bananas.</p> <p>Worse still, the devil’s in the days — how many you spend in the UK each year, whether you still have a home there, and how strong your “ties” are (and no, we’re not talking neckwear). Fall foul of the rules and that juicy tax-free income from your Thai co-working cabana might suddenly come with a Her Majesty-flavoured invoice. Surprise!</p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">So, what’s an aspiring remote legend to do?</h3> <p><br>Before you grab your passport and start googling “best cafés with fibre internet in Lisbon,” talk to a tax adviser. Get clarity on your UK residency status. Understand double taxation agreements. Because nothing ruins your Bali buzz like a demand letter from HMRC written in Comic Sans and cold fury.</p> <p><br>“Just because you’ve swapped rain for rum doesn’t mean HMRC isn’t still watching through the tax binoculars.”</p> <p>Roam free, but file wisely x<br></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://expatmedia.onl/nomadland-or-tax-trap-the-lure-and-lurking-danger-of-digital-nomad-visas/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel></rss> If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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