Month: April 2022

Emmanuel Macron in Favour of Euthanasia

With the first round behind him, Emmanuel Macron is making things clear. On Monday, April 11th, the President of the National Assembly Richard Ferrand announced that the “right to die with dignity” would be the major societal reform of the new five-year term if Emmanuel Macron were reelected.

German State Temporarily Takes Over Control of Gazprom Germania

After failing to achieve independence from Russian gas in the short term, German Minister of Economy Robert Habeck blocked the sale of the German subsidiary of Russian energy company Gazprom, and put it under state controlled trusteeship to ensure security of supply.

MEPs Investigate Prostitution of Minors in Balearic Islands

According to the Diario de Mallorca, social workers attest that in approximately the last four years, prostitution among their charges has changed from a rare incident to an almost normalized phenomenon. In some centres, all the girls have engaged in prostitution.  

Ukraine Claims Iconic Hit to Russian War Ship

If Ukraine has indeed put the Moskva—a 12,500-ton guided missile cruiser—out of commission, at least for now, the victory is not only substantial but also iconic. 

Cervantes and Empire

Miguel de Cervantes presents us with the mirrored vices of savagery and civilization. Like Tacitus, he celebrates indigenous prerogative to resist foreign excess, even as he asserts the imperial principle.

Nearly 1 in 3 Germans Believe They’re Living Under a “Sham Democracy”

Nearly 1 in 3 Germans Believe They’re Living Under a “Sham Democracy”

A survey, conducted by one of the country’s most trusted polling firms, has revealed that Germany’s globalist-led political system—propped up by its ideologically uniform press, cultural institutions, multinational corporations, and academic establishment—is facing a legitimacy crisis, with nearly one in three Germans believing they live under a “sham democracy” where citizens have no say.

April 15, 2022
Rediscovering Awe: A Musician’s Reflections on Bach’s St. Matthew Passion

Rediscovering Awe: A Musician’s Reflections on Bach’s St. Matthew Passion

The attendance of a performance of Bach’s St. Matthew Passion during Holy Week has long been a staple of the educated bourgeoisie. But what once used to be a reverent experience, is in danger of becoming increasingly demystified. A plea for awe.

April 15, 2022
Anti-Christian Attacks Continue in Nigeria

Anti-Christian Attacks Continue in Nigeria

A slow-motion genocide continues to target the Christian population of the region which thus far has claimed up to 36,000 Christian lives.

April 15, 2022
Partygate: Boris Johnson Fined for Breaching his own Draconian Laws

Partygate: Boris Johnson Fined for Breaching his own Draconian Laws

History buffs will struggle to recall when the two most senior government ministers were last caught on the wrong side of the law. That is because this is the first time in history that a serving prime minister has been punished for breaking it.

April 15, 2022
Le Pen vs Macron: <i>bis non repetita</i>

Le Pen vs Macron: <i>bis non repetita</i>

The convinced of Macronism have already shown themselves in the first round. Those who will vote for him out of duty have shrunk to a trickle. Anti-Macronism is on its way to being more powerful than a vote for Le Pen.

April 15, 2022
Elon Musk Poised to Take Over Twitter

Elon Musk Poised to Take Over Twitter

Elon Musk filed to buy Twitter on April 14th, just weeks after his initial investment in the company.

April 15, 2022
Every Tear has been Wiped Away: The True Meaning of the Cross

Every Tear has been Wiped Away: The True Meaning of the Cross

That is what the world is desperately yearning for, which is why people still flock to their churches to kneel down and kiss the Cross on Good Friday. Most may not fully understand why they are there, but they know that Christ did not give his life so that we would remain the same. He gave his life so that, having crucified the old self, the burden of bondage would be lifted forever. 

April 15, 2022
Serbians: Skeptical of the EU

Serbians: Skeptical of the EU

Belgrade cannot expect to be admitted as a member of the European Union unless it recognizes Kosovo as an independent state. The government in Belgrade, however, considers Kosovo a part of Serbia.

April 14, 2022
Poland and Germany Asking for European Funds to Welcome Ukrainian Refugees

Poland and Germany Asking for European Funds to Welcome Ukrainian Refugees

This willingness to collaborate is part of a rapprochement between Poland and Germany after a period of rather tense relations.

April 14, 2022
Producer Price Inflation Tapers Off

Producer Price Inflation Tapers Off

On an annual basis, three countries exceeded 50% producer-price inflation: Ireland (63.4%), Romania (57.7%), and Denmark (53.8%). At 6.2%, Malta had the lowest in

April 14, 2022
“This Was Not a Friendly Visit”: Austrian Chancellor Has Unsuccessful Tête-à-Tête With Putin 

“This Was Not a Friendly Visit”: Austrian Chancellor Has Unsuccessful Tête-à-Tête With Putin 

In order to cripple the Russian war machine, Austria has been in support of EU sanctions. Yet, these hurt Europe’s economy while significantly lowering living standards in the process. Now that their effectiveness is increasingly in doubt, Austria stands out among member states for pursuing a diplomatic solution to the Ukraine debacle.

April 14, 2022
Sir David’s Killer: Guilty of Murder

Sir David’s Killer: Guilty of Murder

On April 13th, Ali Harbi Ali was sentenced by the presiding judge to a whole-life prison term. While also citing Mr. Ali’s lack of remorse, Mr. Justice Sweeney said: “This was a murder that struck at the heart of our democracy.”

April 14, 2022