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- If Trump wanted a US-Russia 'grand bargain,' what would it look like?
There is little optimism in Russia that there could be a serious reconciliation between Washington and Moscow, even if Donald Trump is in the White House. But if it happened, this is what Russian analysts say it would have to entail.
- First LookOnce again, Sweden's Christmas Goat proves irresistible to arsonists
The city of Gävle's giant wood-and-straw yuletide ungulate has been torched 38 times in the past 50 years.
- France's Fillon: Could he be the conservative the EU needs?
François Fillon's unexpected win in the Republicain primaries has raised eyebrows. But his conservative policies, including cutting 500,000 public-sector jobs, could firm the EU's fraying Franco-German core.
- Why Russians are so captivated by Trump
Negative feelings toward the US are higher than at any time since scientific polling began in Russia in the mid-1980s. But many see the prospect for a turnaround.
- Pope allows all priests to absolve "grave sin" of abortion
Because the Roman Catholic Church holds abortion to be such a serious sin, absolution had long been a matter for a bishop, who could either hear the woman's confession himself or delegate it to a priest considered an expert in such situations.
- Britain tells Trump: "There is no vacancy" for Farage as ambassador to United States
Prime Minister Theresa May, who congratulated Trump on his victory, was swift to reject such an undiplomatic proposal.
- Has Pope Francis softened the Catholic stance on abortion?
A letter allowing priests to offer absolution for abortions, instead of only bishops, underscores a huge shift – but one that is likely more symbolic than practical or theological.
- Fourth term? In Merkel, many Germans see steadiness in roiled Europe
Chancellor Merkel has come under fire for opening Germany to more than 1 million refugees last year. But in wake of votes for Brexit and President-elect Trump, her appeal is once again rising.
- First LookIs consensus growing for a Parliament vote on Brexit?
British Prime Minister Theresa May wants to preserve control over the terms of the Brexit from a Parliament divided between hardliners and those who never wanted to leave the EU.
- Five Star Movement: Italy’s own brand of populism
The Five Star Movement, a different brand of populism than seen in the US and Britain, has its sights set on the next Italian elections.
- In wake of Trump win, European women ask: 'OK, what are we going to do?'
European women have broken a number of political glass ceilings. But Hillary Clinton's defeat has stung, and is being viewed as a threat to women's many gains across the Atlantic.
- Post-Brexit: Like EU nationals in UK, ex-pat Brits face new uncertainties
Brexit has stressed EU nationals living in the UK – but it has also thrown the fates of hundreds of thousands of British nationals in the EU into uncertainty.
- First LookWhy are Greeks protesting President Obama's visit?
President Obama chose the birthplace of democracy as his last international visit. So why are Greek protestors filling the streets?
- Hints for Trump's US? Britain's pro- and anti-Brexit youth find common cause.
Like the shock election of Donald Trump as US president, the Brexit vote resulted in a society cleaved in two, along lines of age, geography, class, and race. But young Brits are finding ways to cross the divides.
- The ExplainerThe Trump presidency: What's in store for US allies?
On the campaign trail, President-elect Trump repeatedly challenged the status quo regarding key US allies, including NATO, Japan, and South Korea. But his actual intentions are unclear.
- First LookSwedish prosecutor questions Julian Assange at Ecuador's London embassy
Julian Assange faced questioning by Ecuadorean and Swedish prosecutors regarding a sexual assault allegedly committed by the WikiLeaks founder six years ago.
- Bataclan, a year later: Parisians struggle with memories of attacks
The Monitor's Paris bureau chief revisited a bistro just across the street from one of the attack sites, finding a lingering sense of disbelief and disquiet.
- One year after Paris attacks, how France is commemorating its '9/11'
The Bataclan venue where attackers killed 90 people last November is reopening on Saturday night. But for many in France, the anxiety and societal fissures will take longer to heal.
- The ExplainerThe Trump presidency: How will it affect ties to Putin's Russia?
US-Russian relations have been in decline, and Moscow was wary of a Clinton presidency. While Trump has spoken of improving ties, his lack of diplomatic experience may be an issue.
- First LookRussian leaders had 'contacts' with Trump campaign, minister tells press
Russia's deputy foreign minister made the shocking statement Thursday in an interview with an independent Russian news agency.