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First LookPolish president vetoes media bill threatening US companyAndrzej Duda, the president of Poland, said the bill would risk Polish business and shouldn't target existing media companies like TVN, owned by US-based Discovery.
As English cricket tackles racism, can soccer show the way?Revelations of racism in English cricket have shaken the sport out of its complacency, prompting authorities to take soccer’s lead in rooting it out.
First Look'We cannot allow it': Poles protest curbs on media freedomOn Sunday, protesters took to the streets after Poland's parliament passed a bill that would force a U.S. company to sell its controlling share of Poland's largest television network. Critics say the bill threatens media freedom and democratic standards.
Britain fixed homelessness during lockdown – briefly. Can it do it again?In the midst of lockdown, Britain found a temporary fix to homelessness. To make it lasting, the country might have to rethink housing preconditions.
NATO says ‘yes, but’ to Ukraine; ‘no, but’ to PutinNATO is not ready to admit Ukraine to its ranks, but keeping the former Soviet republic out risks appearing to bow to Vladimir Putin's diktat.
First LookHow two Hungarian sisters are using fashion to uplift Roma cultureErika and Helena Varga are using fashion to celebrate their identity as members of one of Hungary’s most marginalized populations. They believe fashion is a powerful way to bridge the gap between Roma culture and the rest of society.
France’s textile capital tries eco-friendly fashion to get back in styleFashion-forward France wants to become a leader in eco-friendly clothing production. Part of that strategy is promoting items that are made locally.
Can expats be lured back? Why these Latvians are coming home.Latvia has seen many of its younger citizens leave to work abroad in Europe. A variety of reasons are drawing some of them back to their homeland.
Russia saber rattling gets the West talking. Is a deal with NATO next?Russia has been putting pressure on the West to talk about NATO expansion. Now, amid diplomacy over Ukraine, Moscow feels like it might be heard.
First LookG-7 ministers warn Russia against any Ukraine invasionG-7 foreign ministers meeting in England Sunday warned Russia that invading Ukraine would result in severe economic pain for Moscow.
Vaccine choice follows politics in US. Why doesn’t it in Germany?The choice to get the COVID vaccine does not correlate with one’s politics in Germany. That may help reveal what is behind doubters’ thinking.
First LookNew German chancellor Scholz launches post-Merkel eraOlaf Scholz, leader of Germany’s center-left, took over for Angela Merkel on Wednesday as chancellor. Mr. Scholz will be leading a coalition of his Social Democrats, the environmentalist Greens, and the pro-business Free Democrats.
FocusEU cooperation with Libya on migrants marred by ‘inhumane’ treatmentThe EU border force helps the Libyan coast guard catch and return migrants to prisons where they face enslavement, torture, and rape. Does Frontex also break the law?
First LookTensions flare in France as far-right candidate’s platform growsFrench far-right presidential candidate Eric Zemmour, who has gained a growing following in recent months, held his first campaign rally on Sunday. Thousands of anti-racism protesters took to the streets to denounce what they see as a xenophobic platform.
First LookGermany's new coalition government takes shape with Sunday voteGermany's pro-business Free Democrats on Sunday approved a deal to form a new government with two center-left parties. Chancellor-designate Olaf Scholz is expected to take office this week.
First LookBiden, Putin to talk Tuesday as Ukraine tensions growRussia is adamant the U.S. guarantee that Ukraine not be admitted to NATO, but former U.S. and NATO diplomats call that a nonstarter for the U.S.
First LookOffense or defense? Russia increases troops along Ukraine border.Russia is amassing heavy equipment and troops along Ukraine’s northern border, escalating tensions between the two countries that have been mounting since Russia annexed the Crimean Peninsula in 2014. NATO officials warned against further aggression.
First LookJosephine Baker: France inducts first Black woman into PantheonBlack artist Josephine Baker was renowned for both her performance career and persistent civil rights activism. France will honor her legacy Tuesday by inducting her at the Pantheon, making her the first Black woman to receive the nation’s highest honor.
Why climate change has historians rushing to save a WWI Alpine bunkerA melting glacier in the Italian Alps shows that sometimes climate change requires a quick response in order to prevent the damage it might cause.
First LookHuge profits fuel dangerous migrant routes across English ChannelLast week, a boat carrying migrants across the English Channel sank and killed 27 people. As France and England work to put an end to the dangerous crossings, one factor is making progress especially difficult: enormous profits for smugglers.
