All Europe
- ‘Where is my place?’ Women push back against French politics’ machismo.
Parties in France are required to submit gender-equal candidate lists in elections, but some don’t. So women in politics are seeking new ways to loosen the old boy network’s grip.
- Ukraine war shows need for Germany to rearm. But is it ready?
Germany’s stringent pacifist streak has led to a dramatic deterioration of its military. The Ukraine war appears to be changing that – a potentially crucial shift for European security.
- Why a French heat wave could mean hunger in North Africa
As French farmers see their grain yields shrink, the effects will be felt – and magnified – across North Africa and the Mideast.
- First LookEU leaders in Kyiv: Simple delegation or crucial mission?
Italian, German, French, and Romanian leaders are visiting Ukraine on Thursday, denouncing the brutality of the Russian invasion amid concerns of waning Western support.
- First LookTurbulent skies: Britain says flight to Rwanda will go despite ruling
Although British lawmakers are “surprised and disappointed” after a ruling by the European Court of Human Rights grounded their plans to deport refugees to Rwanda, they remain steadfast in their resolve to deport asylum-seekers.
- First Look'Russian Davos' welcomes China, Egypt – the West stays away
Amid a wave of sanctions hitting Russia, St. Petersburg’s International Economic Forum is struggling to attract foreign investors. Vladimir Putin, however, is counting on a handful of Asian and African nations to show participation of the West isn’t required.
- Amid rain and rockets, Ukrainian farmers keep working the soil
As the Ukraine war rages – sometimes even in their fields – Ukraine’s farmers are persevering and aiming to export much-needed grain to the rest of the world.
- First Look‘The name changes, love remains,’ claims Russia’s new McDonald’s
McDonald’s Russian successor, Vkusno-i Tochka, opened its first restaurant on Sunday. Now owned by a Siberian entrepreneur, the 'Tasty, period' brand is expected to spread across the country. Fifteen of the former McDonald’s were set to reopen in Moscow on Sunday.
- First LookMacron survives challenge from left in French parliamentary elections
After the first round of voting Sunday, French President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance is expected to keep its parliamentary majority but with a much smaller number of seats, according to projections.
- To solve Russia’s war crimes, Ukraine casts a wide digital net
Russia’s atrocities take time, stamina, and personnel to process. Digitally savvy Ukrainians have been assiduous in their fight to bring Russians to justice for war crimes.
- First LookWhy the EU wants Spain and Algeria to remain friendly
Algeria’s decision to nullify a two-decade-long friendship treaty with Spain has left the EU trying to patch things up between the neighboring countries. Given the scale of Algeria’s oil exports, some officials fear gas shortages in the midst of a global energy crisis.
- First LookFrance joins effort to support Taiwan and democracy, defying China
French lawmakers met with Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen on Thursday to discuss the island’s de facto autonomous status. They expressed support for Ms. Tsai’s policies regarding “freedom and democracy” and said that they’re working to deepen economic ties.
- First LookBattlefield beats: Ukrainian rapper voices the rage of a generation
A young Ukrainian is using the power of music to tell stories from the frontline of war in hopes that the world listens and never forgets.
- First LookOne cord to rule them all: EU mandates a universal charger
In response to consumer calls for less electronic waste, EU has mandated all phones, laptops, and tablets, regardless of brand, to have similar charging cords by 2024.
- First LookMines, sanctions, and distrust hinder Ukraine grain export plans
Russian and Turkish negotiators are making progress on a plan to get Ukrainian grain flowing across the Black Sea again. Countries around the world urgently need the grain but distrust, Ukrainian sea defenses, and sanctions on Russia stand in the way.
- First LookBoris stays. But can he shake the fallout from 'partygate'?
After 'partygate,' Boris Johnson narrowly escaped a bid to oust him as Prime Minister. But the scale of the Conservative rebellion is raising questions about his ability to govern at a time of increasing economic and social strain.
- European educators support Ukrainian students with flexibility – and empathy
Relocated Ukrainian children are getting back into school routines across Europe. What are educators learning about how best to support them?
- First LookBritish PM Boris Johnson faces vote of no-confidence
Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson has led the nation out of the European Union and through a pandemic. On Monday, Parliament will vote if he gets to keep his job as the U.K. faces skyrocketing energy and food bills.
- First LookWhy Russia is firing cruise missiles at Kyiv, Ukraine again
Russian forces fired five X-22 cruise missiles Sunday toward Kyiv, and one was destroyed by air defenses, Ukraine officials said. Four other missiles hit a train repair depot. Russia claimed it destroyed T-72 tanks donated from Europe.
- First LookRafael Nadal's victory gives him a record 14 French Open titles
Rafael Nadal's first triumph at the French Open came in 2005 at age 19. No man or woman ever has won the singles trophy at any major event more than his 14 in Paris. Now, no man has won more Grand Slam titles (22) than Nadal.