All Europe
- First LookPolls open in UK election, as security takes precedence over Brexit
British voters head to the polls Thursday to decide between the Conservative and Labour parties. But in light of recent terrorist attacks, this election has become more about the country's safety, and less about Brexit.
- In Labour-friendly Wales, the trials of Europe's center-left made plain
Many see a strong demand for a leftist ideology ahead of tomorrow’s snap elections in Britain. But Labour, like many social democratic parties across Europe, is still searching for a path forward.
- First LookRomanian rights groups urge parliament to halt same-sex marriage referendum
Romania faces a turning point: How will an eastern European state, traditionally influenced by the Catholic Orthodox Church, rule on the issue of gay rights?
- First LookA chef, clerk, and 'suspicious' Italian: could the London attackers have been stopped?
Emerging profiles reveal more information about the attackers – two of whom were previously known by British authorities.
- First LookBritain faces emerging pattern: London attackers were already known to police
The attack, the third in Britain in three months involving suspects who had been on the radar of British authorities, raises questions over the government's ability to protect British citizens. Cuts to the police force in recent years adds new urgency to Thursday's election.
- How communities respond to terrorism – and overcome fear
As foreign correspondents for the Monitor with more than 40 years’ experience between us, we’ve found that humor, faith, and unity have helped communities emerge resilient – if also more alert.
- First LookLondoners show kindness and compassion in wake of terrorist attack
Restaurants and homes throughout the Borough neighborhood of London opened their doors to strangers Saturday night during a terrorist attack that left seven dead and many injured.
- First LookLondon attack: investigation continues as Britain responds to another blow
After Saturday's terrorist attack that began on the London Bridge left seven people dead, Londoners cautiously return to daily life as Thursday's general election nears.
- The end of books? Tell that to 250,000 readers at the Hay Festival.
The festival, which ends on Sunday, attracts a quarter million bibliophiles every year, even as the libraries around Hay-on-Wye face constricting budgets and shorter hours.
- After Trump trip, is Europe ready to go it alone?
Trump’s “America First” orientation and pursuit of an interests-based foreign policy were on full display in Europe, where the consensus is growing that US and European values are diverging.
- First LookNew poll projection shows British PM losing majority in snap election
The polling company YouGov predicts that Prime Minister Theresa May could lose 20 seats in Parliament, a far cry from the landslide victory predicted for her party a month ago.
- First LookReminders of East Germany's communist past serve as memory therapy for senior patients
Rooms of memorabilia from their youth help many seniors remember the past and engage with their environment in the present.
- Another year, another vote. Is democracy burning out Brits?
After the Brexit vote, the 2015 general election, Scotland’s referendum on independence, party leadership contests, and many byelections, next week’s snap parliamentary elections have many Britons feeling overwhelmed.
- First LookCampaigning resumes in Britain after Manchester attack
The nation remains on high alert ahead of the election next month.
- Chechnya's anti-gay pogrom: Too much even for the Kremlin?
The Kremlin has sent a team of reputable investigators into Russia's tyrannical republic of Chechnya to examine reports of the rounding up, torture, and murder of dozens of gay men.
- All in the family? NATO first-timers Trump and Macron a study in contrasts.
The two fresh faces on the NATO summit stage encapsulate the opposing forces pushing and pulling on alliance countries and on the West more broadly.
- First LookRussian opposition leader finds new platform on YouTube
Alexei Navalny is barred from television, but his videos online have earned him millions of views.
- First Look'Important items' uncovered in Manchester investigation as British officials decry US leaks
So far, there are eight suspects detained by authorities for connections to the suicide bomber Salman Abedi.
- First LookFollowing Manchester bombing, soldiers deployed across UK
Three more suspects have been arrested connected to the suicide bombing, which took place at an Ariana Grande concert.
- Manchester attack: explaining terrorism to children
The attendees and victims of Monday night's deadly attack on an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, were primarily teen and pre-teens. That changes the math on how to help children understand the event.