All Europe
- First LookMigrants arrive in Sicily as Italy pushes repatriation at UN
An aid ship rescued 182 people near Libya and they disembarked Tuesday in Italy. Though hopeful, migrants are unsure where they can resettle.
- Tesla ‘Dog Mode’ saves lives, but confuses alert humans
Tesla offers a clever solution - Dog Mode - to the problem of protecting pets in cars. But a vigilant public is still learning about the feature.
- In UK Supreme Court ruling, a blow to faith in British institutions?
The U.K. Supreme Court ruled today about parliamentary sovereignty, but in Britain’s heated politics, the decision may undermine faith in democracy.
- Does Hungary education reform mean more patriotism, but less democracy?
Viktor Orbán’s education reform is making Hungary’s curriculum more patriotic, but critics say it’s at the expense of critical thinking and democracy.
- First LookJohnson suspends UK Parliament following latest Brexit defeats
In Monday's session that ran past midnight, Parliament ordered the government to release private communications about its Brexit plans.
- First LookEU head von der Leyen announces team, new focus
Ursula von der Leyen of Germany, the first female head of the European Commission, promises "a greener, fairer, and rule-based Europe."
- First LookRussia-Ukraine prisoner swap: An emotional step toward peace?
Russia and Ukraine each exchanged 35 prisoners in a deal that could help advance Russia-Ukraine relations and end five years of fighting.
- Why religion and politics are a fickle mix in Ukraine
Patriarch Filaret’s ambitions for a unified Ukrainian Orthodox Church were disrupted when they became enmeshed in a presidential platform.
- First LookBritish lawmakers vote to block 'no deal' departure from EU
Twenty-one members of Prime Minister Johnson's party voted to stop his plan for Britain to leave the E.U. without reaching a deal.
- Can Europe make trade into a tool for fighting climate change?
With the Amazon on fire, the EU is testing new tactics to foment environmental action – especially via the use of its massive trade clout.
- First LookSurprise coalition could keep Italy's Salvini out of power
Italy's populist and centrist parties on the left could form a coalition, preventing a general election and excluding Deputy Premiere Matteo Salvini.
- Boris’ move: A tough new test for a democracy with unwritten rules
Boris Johnson's move to prorogue Parliament was met with howls of disapproval from those against a no-deal Brexit. But it may not be a crisis yet.
- Hungary wants more children. But is it protecting them and their mothers?
Hungary is pushing for larger families. But when those families experience domestic violence, the government’s interest seems to wane.
- First LookAmazon fires: G7 leaders offer to help restore the forest
French President Emmanuel Macron said the G7 leaders were nearing an Amazon fires agreement to support Brazil with technical and financial mechanisms.
- First LookWill the G7 offer a dose of confidence for the global economy?
G7 Summit: Can the leaders of seven rich democracies come up with a unified road map on how to help global economic growth?
- Fury at elections snub brings Moscow’s professionals back to politics
The Moscow protests show the political awakening of Russia’s professional class after being bluntly snubbed by Moscow city authorities.
- The ExplainerPolitical turmoil in Italy as far-right reaches for the reins
The resignation of Italy’s prime minister Tuesday blocked snap elections that could have put far-right pol Matteo Salvini in the country’s top office.
- A school bus with hoofs: How one town embraces sustainability
Ungersheim’s environmentally friendly initiatives include ones that promote renewable energy. Local leaders across Europe are taking notes.
- In eastern Ukraine, a broad desire for peace. But whose peace?
Almost everyone in eastern Ukraine wants a peace plan that will end the fighting, but what that peace will look like can vary dramatically.
- Chlorinated chickens! Why swapping trade allies is tough for Britain.
British and U.S. trade officials met in Washington last week, as Britain sweats the risks of a “no deal Brexit” that undercuts its trade with Europe.