All Europe
How do refugee students make the jump to Germany's universities?Many of the asylum seekers in Germany are university students looking to continue their studies. Various organizations are trying to help them navigate the country's particular challenges, including a big one: German.
First LookDivided Britain agrees, a bumpy Brexit ride for both sides aheadThe divorce from Europe has slowed to a crawl as the British government works to sort out its disagreements over complex goals.
First LookGerman citizens warned about travel to Turkey following ‘absurd’ arrestsSix human rights activists were arrested in Turkey as part of President Erdogan’s widespread terrorism crackdown, leading Germany to issue travel warnings against the nation.
First LookCents and sensibility: Jane Austen graces British 10-pound noteThe famed British author is only the third woman to feature on a modern-day British bank note, after medical innovator Florence Nightingale and social reformer Elizabeth Fry.
Europe's female imams challenge Muslim patriarchy – and fight IslamophobiaThe 'imamas' see their mosques as home for young, liberal Muslims who feel out of place at more conservative mosques with imported imams. And they think they can change the narrative of Islam in Europe.
What is stirring Russia's youth to rally around Alexei Navalny?Tens of thousands of youths have answered the would-be presidential candidate's call to rally against corruption, often resulting in their mass arrests. Their reasoning shows political sophistication – and not necessarily agreement with Navalny.
First LookPro-Russia rebel leader suggests breakaway region could become 'Little Russia'Alexander Zakharchenko described his plan to create a new state as a ‘peaceful’ solution to Ukraine-Russia relations, though the announcement drew swift outcry.
Why 'son et lumiere' shows light up French summer nightsThe genre of son et lumiere, usually involving light shows projected onto architecture accompanied by music, was invented some 65 years ago in France. And it is increasingly complex and popular today.
First LookDuring Trump's Paris visit, Macron positions himself as intermediary between Europe and presidentFrench President Emmanuel Macron invited President Trump and his wife Melania as his guests of honor to Friday's Bastille Day celebration. Though he noted their political divides, Macron made a point to affirm the historical US-France alliance.
Do the US and Russia need clearer rules of engagement?Trump and Putin's recent attempt at rapprochement already appears to be falling apart. And even as relations seethe, Washington and Moscow lack shared understanding of what is permissible in the diplomacy, cyber, and political spheres.
First LookBritish repeal bill severing EU ties faces uphill battleA bill published Thursday would dissolve Britain's ties to the EU if passed. Prime Minister May hopes to find compromise between the parties as legislation moves through Parliament and onto the negotiation table.
In brief visit, Tillerson changes the conversation on UkraineAnalysis: US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visited Ukraine last weekend and signaled clearly that the US is engaging more robustly with the pro-Western Kiev government.
To handle Trump's isolationism, France takes lessons from World War IBefore leading the US into World War I a century ago, President Wilson won reelection on a familiar slogan: 'America First.' That era's American isolationism bears similarities to that of today.
First LookParis 2024 Olympic Games bid lauded by Macron as chance to uphold ‘values’Having lost bids to host the 1992, 2008, and 2012 Games, Paris is eager to win the honor of hosting the Olympics in 2024. President Macron strongly supports the bid as ‘the best moment to defend’ French values, which he describes as ‘threatened.’
On eve of Trump-Putin meeting, Russia asks: 'Can Trump deal?'The Kremlin sees the G20 meeting as an opportunity to gauge whether Trump 'is able to deliver on anything he talks about' – a possibility that Russian analysts increasingly doubt.
On world stage, Germany cautiously moves to the center as US eyes the wingsGermany has been reluctant to assert itself globally. But as relations with the US come under strain, Germans increasingly see the necessity of taking a leading international role – particularly with Angela Merkel as the steady hand.
First LookGermany legalizes same-sex marriageGerman Chancellor Angela Merkel encouraged lawmakers to be guided by their 'conscience' rather than by party affiliation. Although she did not vote in favor of the measure, she opened the way for members of any party to support its passage.
First LookGermany passes censorship law to fight online hate speechAs hate crimes increased by a reported 300 percent in the past two years, German lawmakers passed a law Friday requiring media organizations – including Facebook, Google, and Twitter – to remove 'fake news' from their sites.
Europe's Muslims start to grapple with touchy issue: Islamic terrorism as a community problemMuslims reject the idea that Islam is somehow to blame for terrorism by Islamic radicals. But Muslim leaders are beginning to tentatively acknowledge that their communities cannot shrug off all liability.
First LookCardinal leaves Vatican to face sexual abuse charges in AustraliaCardinal Pell is the highest-ranking Vatican official to face charges of sexual assault, adding to the church's long-running sexual abuse scandal and complicating Pope Francis's efforts toward reform amid 'zero tolerance' for sex crimes against children.
