All Europe
- A revolution forsaken? Why Russia is ignoring its first flirtation with liberalism
Before the October Revolution in which the Bolsheviks seized power in Russia, there was the February Revolution that toppled the czar and installed a pro-West liberal government. But a century later, that government is a footnote.
- Up before dawn to see Shchukin, the hottest art exhibit in Paris
The collection of Russian industrialist Sergei Shchukin, considered one of the finest in the world, is so popular that the Foundation Luis Vuitton extended its hours into the early morning to accommodate guests.
- First LookState of Europe: What a Polish lawmaker’s sexist comments reveal
Janusz Korwin-Mikke's comments shocked the European Parliament, but may hold hints of the challenges facing the body.
- When the countryside comes to Paris, the presidential hopefuls go country
The annual Salon de l’Agriculture is under way, bringing France's best dairy, produce, and livestock to urban Paris. And the country's presidential hopefuls are putting in their own appearances to rally support.
- Sweden revives military draft, eyeing resurgent Russia
Conscription was gradually watered down after the collapse of the Soviet Union, but a resurgent Russia and tensions over the conflict in Ukraine have left politicians on both sides of the aisle looking to boost military capability.
- First LookAs Brexit deadline looms, House of Lords votes to secure EU citizens' rights
Ineligible to vote in the June 23 Brexit referendum, the 3 million Europeans living in the United Kingdom could stand to lose the most when Britain leaves the European Union.
- First LookFountains of lava spray from Italy's Mount Etna
The lava fountains from Mount Etna's latest eruption can be seen for miles.
- In Ukraine, blockade threatens to force issue at heart of civil war
Coal shipments from rebel regions and bound for Ukrainian power stations have been halted for a month by armed men beyond the control of President Poroshenko and Russian-backed rebels. The aim may be to build momentum toward a breakup.
- Making McHistory? Businesses step up to preserve Rome's antiquities.
This week, a McDonald's outside Rome opened a two-millennia-old road to the public, after discovering it at the restaurant site and investing in its excavation. It's just the latest instance of corporations helping preserve ancient sites.
- First LookObama for president – of France?
A grassroots campaign is seeking a million signatures to draft the former US president to run for president of France.
- Museum or church? St. Isaac's becomes bone of contention in Russia
The governor of St. Petersburg announced last month that the city would return the iconic cathedral – which has served as a museum since the Soviet years – to the Russian Orthodox Church. Locals are not happy with the decision.
- First LookCressida Dick becomes Scotland Yard’s first female top cop
Ms. Dick is known as an experienced and widely respected figure among colleagues, though the shooting of a Brazilian electrician in a bungled counterterrorism operation remains a stain on her record.
- First LookUK Supreme Court: lawful to have income test to bring foreign spouses
The British Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled to uphold a minimum-income threshold for people wanting to bring foreign spouses to the country.
- First LookUN envoys pay tribute after passing of Russia’s Vitaly Churkin. Who was he?
Mr. Churkin, whose decades-long career concluded as Russia's envoy to the United Nations, was remembered for being not only a fierce champion of Russian policy, but a personable colleague.
- What does Trump's claim about migrant crime tell us about Sweden?
President Trump's reference to Sweden during a Florida rally has drawn mockery from some corners of the internet. But a growing far-right base in Sweden has expressed such concerns.
- Does more homework yield a smarter kid? In Spain, many have doubts.
Some Spaniards have boycotted weekend homework. Many are expressing concerns about the impact of excessive homework – from aggravating inequalities to stealing away precious family time.
- After millions sign petitions, British lawmakers debate Trump's state visit
British Parliament debated two petitions Monday: one calling to rescind a state visit invitation extended to President Trump, and another urging them to keep the plans.
- Bouche à Oreille: Michelin mixup makes modest French café a star
The cheerful eatery in Bourges shares a name with an upscale Paris restaurant, leading to the confusion. Though both chefs laughed it off, French dining remains a serious matter for many.
- Why 160,000 protesters in Barcelona want Spain to welcome more refugees
At least 160,000 protesters marched from the city center to the Mediterranean coast, demanding the conservative government stop dragging its feet on the issue.
- First LookCan Tony Blair stop Brexit?
Speaking at an Open Britain event on Friday, former prime minister Tony Blair called for pro-EU Britons to 'rise up in defense of what we believe.'