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- When Putin goes, will Putinism persist? Russians debate.
When the Kremlin’s ex-chief ideologist speaks, people listen. Last week, he said that the governmental structure that Putin built would outlive the man who built it. Now Russians are arguing over what “Putinism” is.
- First LookThousands flood streets in France to decry recent anti-Semitic acts
After a recent slew of anti-Semitic attacks, thousands of people across France rallied against the bigotry. France is home to the world's third-largest Jewish population, but anti-Semitic hate crimes have increased in recent years.
- First LookPutin: US missiles in Europe will be met with 'equivalent weapons'
Speaking at his state-of-the-nation address, Russian President Vladimir Putin rebuked the United States for its plans to place new missiles in Europe. He suggested Moscow would retaliate, adding new pressures to already tense relations between the US and Russia.
- Cover StoryPeaceful revolutionary: Can Armenia’s prisoner-turned-prime minister govern?
The journalist, revolutionary, and opposition leader became prime minister last May. Now he faces his hardest task yet: governing.
- First LookAfter failed budget, Spain calls early election
After Spain's minority Socialist government was defeated in a budget vote in Parliament, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called an early election for Apr. 28. In the country's fragmented political environment, forming a new government will be challenging for any party.
- First LookItaly's leaders spar over high-speed rail project
The future of Italy’s coalition government rests upon the completion of a high-speed rail tunnel to France, as the two factions use the project to determine the country's governing ethos: populism or pro-business?
- Baffled by Brexit? You’re not alone.
- First LookGermany mulls tougher rules on telecom suppliers to control Huawei risks
Germany's Interior Minister Horst Seehofer has expressed support for reforming the country's telecommunications law, rather than an outright ban, to counter the risks posed by Huawei, the Chinese mobile network equipment giant.
- Macron asks a restive France: What would you like to change?
Even in the best of times, many in France feel their government isn’t listening to them, and today that is especially true. Can a “national debate” counteract their malaise, or will it feed into skepticism?
- First LookSpain's highest court faces big test in Catalan separatists' trial
This week, Spain's Supreme Court will put on trial a dozen Catalan separatists who led a failed independence referendum in 2017. The court's decision could play an outsized role in Spain's future, as Catalonians remain divided by the secession question.
- Out of the shadows: Historical female artists finally shine
A cursory look through art history may suggest that women have not played a significant role. New research shows otherwise, but doing justice to forgotten female artists requires more than identifying them.
- First LookNew Start treaty between US and Russia set to expire
Not even a week after the United States ended a treaty with Russia limiting nuclear-warhead proliferation, a Russian official suggests that another de-escalation pact is in danger of dissolution if the US doesn't engage soon with talks before the 2021 expiration date.
- First LookIn Ukraine, comedian who plays president on TV leads real race
In a popular TV series in Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskiy plays a high school teacher propelled into the presidency after a video of him blasting official corruption goes viral. In reality, he is now the leading candidate for the country's upcoming presidential election.
- To take Spain left, prime minister digs up civil war’s legacy
At the heart of Pedro Sánchez’s government is a dramatic appeal to unresolved issues around the fascist era. But it may not be enough to bolster his party for the challenges of the present.
- In uncertain post-INF world, Russia may opt for talks over arms
As the US pulls out of “the treaty that ended the cold war,” what’s next for Russia? Probably a diplomatic attempt to split the US and its European allies in an effort to prevent a return to nuclear standoff.
- First LookThird of UK firms consider move abroad as Brexit date nears
The bulk of Brexit negotiations has sidelined smaller businesses across Britain. Several firms stockpiled goods at a record rate in January to brace for a possible trade disruption.
- First LookForeign secretary: Brexit may need to be delayed
If the divorce deal negotiations drag on, then so might Britain's exit from the European Union, says a top government official. Economic concerns are front and center, as “no deal” would mean that trade agreements with the EU will vanish overnight.
- First LookRecession returns to Italy, darkening outlook for Europe
The eurozone's third largest economy slips back into recession as the region still recovers from the previous debt crisis. European lawmakers urge the country to rein in its spending.
- A China-controlled internet? Why tech giant Huawei roils Western fears.
The next generation of wireless networks will help power the 'internet of things,' with links to everything from home thermostats to critical national infrastructure. That sets up a tussle over who should be trusted to build it.
- Russians embrace Soviet ideals – by not paying their gas bills
Frustration with present economic woes is leading many Russians to turn to the ideals of a rose-colored Soviet past. And for some, that means an unusual ethical stand: refusing to pay their utility bills.