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- If Scots vote for independence, will they still get to watch Doctor Who?
Should Scotland decide to break with Britain on Thursday, its relationship with the BBC – and indeed, the country's whole cultural industry – would be thrown into question.
- For an independent Scotland, no easy path to EU membership
No European Union country has ever split from another and reapplied for membership. Scotland's separatists say they want to leave the UK and still belong to the EU.
- At summit against Islamic State, leaders pledge to take 'all means necessary'
The pledge of 26 foreign ministers in Paris today boosts international efforts to dismantle the terrorist group that is imposing its will on large parts of Syria and Iraq.
- Sweden's 'cuddly capitalism' hits a bump? Three takeaways from election
Despite living in one of Europe's most envied societies, Swedes showed concern over growing inequality, falling education benchmarks, and increasing immigration.
- Cover StoryScottish vote: Sign of Britain's waning influence?
Scotland's vote on independence, and a later referendum on Britain's membership in the EU, spur questions about the country's role in the world.
- FocusAs Scotland weighs independence, do women hold the key?
Scots will vote on Sept. 18 – and women have emerged as the ultimate swing vote. Though many Scots are skeptical, the Scottish National Party has vowed that it will shape an independent Scotland in the image of Scandinavia, which sets high standards on gender equality and social justice.
- Islamic State threat: France's Hollande visits Iraq as Germany bans ISIS symbols
The French leader is trying to build support at home for expanded Western strikes against militants. European leaders are particularly worried about homegrown militants returning from the Middle East.
- Ian Paisley, a firebrand Unionist who made peace late in life
Ian Paisley in the EU parliament once shouted at Pope John Paul II, 'I denounce you as the anti-Christ.' But he later toned down his hatred for Catholics, even working with former members of the IRA. He died today.
- Half of Europeans want to tackle international issues without US meddling
An annual trends survey by the German Marshall Fund of the US tracks how the US and Europe view the most pressing international concerns of the day – and each other.
- Why Scottish breakaway bid may hinge on voter turnout
A high turnout on Sept. 18 is likely to benefit the nationalist camp, which wants Scotland to go it alone. The 'No' camp can draw on its strengths in the electoral machinery of the Labour Party.
- In Ukraine, signs of trouble just days into cease-fire with pro-Russian rebels
Many in Kiev doubt the cease-fire in the country's east will hold given the gulf between different sides on the political steps needed for a lasting peace.
- Scotland independence vote tightens. Are Brits paying attention?
British politicians are alarmed after a poll for the first time showed a slight majority of Scots planning to vote for independence on Sept. 18. In villages south of the border in England, there's no sign of panic.
- FocusAfrican passage to Europe: two brothers, two paths, two struggles
Two brothers from Senegal sought a better life in Europe. Only one of them made it. But their experiences highlight the pressure on European governments to fairly tackle illegal immigration.
- Ukraine's cease-fire leaves many questions dangling
Moscow's support for a still-shaky deal may aim to forestall further European and American sanctions.
- Can Britain meet its NATO defense commitments?
British Prime Minister Cameron says his country is committed to safeguarding Eastern Europe from Russia and investing in its military, but a new study shows Britain may fall short of the NATO defense-spending guideline of 2 percent of GDP this year.
- Can NATO spend smarter?
NATO members are expected to recommit to spending 2 percent of their GDP on defense – a target that few have met. But experts say what they spend on defense is less important than how they spend it.
- Estonia hits NATO target on defense spending, but lags on gender equality
Estonians look to the Nordic nations as role models. But when it comes to paying women equally, it lags far behind its Scandinavian cousins.
- Are NATO and Russia setting the fuse for a hot war?
NATO's plans for a 'rapid response' force, in combination with the Kremlin's intention to declare NATO an 'adversary' of Russia, could inadvertently spur open conflict.
- The risk of European jihadis coming home: How do you calculate it?
European leaders like David Cameron are seeking new powers to prevent jihadis abroad from returning home and launching attacks. But such measures require a careful balancing act, experts say.
- Ukraine rebels say they are willing to talk peace with Kiev
The announcement is a major step away from the rebels' previous demand for wholesale independence from Kiev, and opens the door for a federal autonomy for east Ukraine.