Protests Emerge Over Tourism's Impact on Local Communities

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This chapter examines the protests in Spain fueled by residents' frustrations over the adverse effects of mass tourism, such as rising housing costs and cultural commodification. It also highlights similar challenges in other European cities and considers various political solutions for sustainable tourism management.

An interest rate cut could be on the table for the Federal Reserve’s next meeting, conflict in the Middle East is intensifying, and the Nasdaq composite jumped 2.7% on Wednesday. Plus, the FT’s Barney Jopson explains the recent wave of backlash against tourists.

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