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In Italy's new government, a glimpse of populism's scope – and limits“Populist” is used to describe everything from the Trump administration to Chavista Venezuela. Italy's new government, made of two contrasting parties, offers a chance to explore how much the term encompasses.
Push to enshrine consent in rape laws encounters obstacles in EuropeLack of consent is increasingly seen as a core element of rape. But less than a third of European countries have made it law, despite high-profile cases around the issue. Why is change so slow going?
As Singapore summit nears, Russia worries Trump and Kim won't cut a dealAs the Trump-Kim summit nears, little attention has been given to how the Kremlin views the situation. But Russia has a great deal at stake, as both a neighbor and a patron of North Korea.
First LookAfter facing resistance in Europe, Uber launches bike sharing serviceDespite its convenience, the ride-share company Uber continues to be perceived as a threat to traditional taxi companies and local governments. Now banned in several European cities, Uber is expanding to launch JUMP, an electric bike sharing service.
First LookItaly forms western Europe's first populist governmentAfter days of financial worry from investors over Italy's economy and relationship with the euro, the anti-establishment 5-Star Movement and the right-wing League joined forces to establish Italy's new populist government and vowed to make sending migrants home a priority.
First LookSpain's new leader Pedro Sanchez promises an end to corruptionPedro Sanchez is Spain's new prime minister after he unseated Mariano Rajoy from power in a no-confidence vote. Mr. Sanchez is a socialist, and held the vote after Mr. Rajoy's conservative party was convicted for significant corruption.
Russia woos a Europe feuding with US over tariffs, IranThe United States is making life hard for Europe, both directly through new tariffs and indirectly by withdrawing from the Iran nuclear deal. And that is giving Russia an opening to reset its relationship with its neighbors.
How a mosque gained a foothold in a resistant British townIn a country where immigrant newcomers often complain they do not feel welcome, and where many indigenous Britons say they no longer feel at home, the town of Lincoln’s example suggests that home-making does not have to be a zero-sum game. Part of an occasional series on Finding 'Home.'
As world watches 'murdered' reporter case, Ukraine media crackdown grinds onIn the West, Ukraine usually draws attention for its conflict with Russia, or most recently, the "murder" of Arkadiy Babchenko. But it has also been quietly cracking down on media, both foreign and domestic.
In the heroics of 'Le Spiderman,' recognition of what migrants can offerFrance's rush to honor "Le Spiderman" Mamadou Gassama is natural. But it also highlights an oddity of the migrant experience: the strength needed to make the trip to Europe often isn't recognized there.
Will Europe's new web privacy rules also bring global standards of trust?The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation, which goes into effect today, presents an opportunity for technology companies around the globe to reestablish trust with their customers.
First LookAs GDPR takes effect, Austrian activist challenges 'forced consent'On the first day the European Union's new data protection laws went into effect, An Austrian lawyer and privacy advocate wasted no time filing complaints against several tech giants, arguing they were acting illegally.
In Ireland's abortion debate, a struggle to correct past paternalism?Ireland’s debate over changing its restrictive abortion laws has been deeply emotional and divisive. And for many Irish, that’s because it’s tied up in a long-standing paternalism toward women and women's health.
The ExplainerIn Europe, it is both easier and harder to get an abortion than in USEurope's abortion laws vary from country to country, creating a patchwork that can be more difficult to navigate than in the US. But at the same time, Europe is often more accommodating to those seeking abortion thanks to ubiquitous healthcare.
First LookRoyal wedding helps spotlight Britain's housing crisisIn response to increasing housing costs and homelessness in Britain, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have named a national homelessness charity called Crisis as one of seven organizations selected to received official wedding gift donations.
After four years of Western sanctions, Russia digs in for long haulWhile the West's sanctions against Russia have been in place for four years now, it's easy to lose sight of just how effective they are. In fact, Russia has largely handled them. But the latest round of US sanctions and a set of new Russian "counter-sanctions" may be about to make the sanctions war much more costly.
Could power of the euro rein in Poland and Hungary where rule of law has not?The European Union has one major tool available to it when it comes to reining in populist governments in Poland and Hungary: the power of the purse strings. Using it could bring them to heel – or antagonize them.
World sees US paying high diplomatic price for Trump's Iran deal withdrawalPresident Trump's decision to pull the United States out of a 2015 nuclear deal with Iran sends a signal to the rest of the world about whether the US remains a trustworthy diplomatic partner.
The ExplainerGreece and Turkey's tense rivalry swells over land and seaFrom the death of a fighter pilot to a flag planted on an lonely islet, the relationship between Greece and Turkey is deteriorating over both symbols and substance. Watchers warn that a miscalculation could lead to serious conflict.
Europe's top song contest gets a little more European-soundingAfter years of domination by English-language entries, this year’s Eurovision competition will feature a marked increase in the number of songs with non-English lyrics. And it sets a stage for a larger debate in the European Union about English as the bloc’s lingua franca.
