The History of Europe: 5,000 Years Animated in a Timelapse Map

Big changes are coming for U.S. travelers heading to Europe. Starting in late 2025, the EU’s new Entry/Exit System, known as EES, will replace manual passport stamps at most EU and Schengen borders. Here’s what that means for you. On your first trip after the system launches, you will need to stop at a border officer. They will scan your passport, take your fingerprints, and capture a facial image. That creates your digital record, which is stored for three years. On future visits, you can use a