Month: January 2023

French Government To Reload an Ambitious Nuclear Policy

Despite unanimity on the need for the project, the debates are stormy. The opposition will not fail to seize the opportunity to denounce the inconsistencies of President Emmanuel Macron, his about-face on this eminently strategic issue.

First Time in Decades: China’s Population in Decline

The negative turn in China’s population growth came earlier than expected and signals severe economic and political hardships ahead, as the country “has become older before it has become rich.”

Europe’s Largest Cache of Rare Minerals Found in Sweden

The deposit is mostly composed of iron ore, but in addition to the rare minerals, it also contains a significant amount of phosphorus—seven times the amount found in the company’s current operational mines.

Occasional Dialogues: Harrison Pitt interviews Yoram Hazony

In this episode of our “Occasional Dialogues” series, Harrison Pitt sits down with Yoram Hazony to discuss the state of British politics and whether Hazony’s national conservatism movement might be able to breathe new life into an ailing, directionless Tory Party.

German Defense Minister Exit Fuels Successor Speculation 

German Defense Minister Exit Fuels Successor Speculation 

Time is no friend to whoever is eventually appointed. With virtually no preparation, Germany’s new defense minister will soon be attending several critical events.

January 16, 2023
A Man Worth Knowing

A Man Worth Knowing

In this biography, Christopher J. Farrell describes an extinct species—a muscular liberal and hardcore anti-Communist. It is interesting to read about a man like Earle in an era where, according to progressives, there are mere inches between calling for tax cuts and becoming Hitler.

January 16, 2023
Why Conservatives Should Support the <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> “Shakedown”

Why Conservatives Should Support the <em>Romeo and Juliet</em> “Shakedown”

It is sad that we as a culture have become so desensitized that we do not even blink an eye at the relatively ‘tame’ nudity of Zeffirelli’s Romeo and Juliet.

January 15, 2023
U.S. House Passes Bill to Save Abortion Survivors

U.S. House Passes Bill to Save Abortion Survivors

The vote followed party lines, with 210 of the 212 Democrats voting against the bill and 219 Republicans voting for it.

January 15, 2023
Spain Drops Sedition Charges Against Catalan Separatist Leader

Spain Drops Sedition Charges Against Catalan Separatist Leader

Living in exile in Belgium, Carles Puigdemont continues to elude Spanish justice. He is still wanted for embezzlement and disobedience, which together carry an eight-year prison sentence.

January 15, 2023
Change of Leadership in Russian Army Revealing Tensions 

Change of Leadership in Russian Army Revealing Tensions 

The promotion of Gerasimov makes it possible to restore the primacy of authority to the ministry of defence, an office vigorously criticised by nationalists.

January 15, 2023
Some Thoughts on the Papacy: An Interview with <strong>Peter A. Kwasniewski</strong>

Some Thoughts on the Papacy: An Interview with <strong>Peter A. Kwasniewski</strong>

It is a privilege to be alive at this time, carrying the torch of tradition through the darkness. Those who are seeking the light will see it, rejoice in it, and follow it.

January 15, 2023
British Historian Paul Johnson Dies at 94

British Historian Paul Johnson Dies at 94

Paul Johnson—British historian, journalist, and one-time speech-writer for Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher—has passed away at the age of 94.

January 14, 2023
A Victory for American Conservatives

A Victory for American Conservatives

Kevin McCarthy had to make far-reaching compromises on both House rules and policy before garnering enough votes to secure the position as House Speaker.

January 14, 2023
Socialist EU Parliament Human Rights Chief Resigns Over Qatargate Links

Socialist EU Parliament Human Rights Chief Resigns Over Qatargate Links

Three of the four suspects currently being held on charges related to the Qatargate scandal have links to the parliamentary subcommittee formerly headed by MEP Marie Arena.

January 14, 2023
European Parliament Poised To Ban Pfizer Representatives

European Parliament Poised To Ban Pfizer Representatives

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla systematically refused to attend COVI committee meetings in October 2022 and December 2022, triggering protests from committee members.

January 14, 2023
Hungary Slams EU Commission for Cutting Off Its Higher Education Funds   

Hungary Slams EU Commission for Cutting Off Its Higher Education Funds   

Gergely Gulyás of the Prime Minister’s Office said that Hungary is ready to bring the case before the European Court of Justice if negotiations with Brussels fail to resolve the issue.

January 14, 2023