Month: January 2023

France Blocked By Massive Strikes Against Pension Reform

Labor Minister Olivier acknowledged “a significant mobilisation” in reaction to the reform, but President Emmanuel Macron, on a trip to Spain, sent a clear signal of his determination to see the reform through to the end.

In Praise of COVID Restrictions

If one picked up this book expecting a genuine defence of COVID restrictions, one would soon be disabused of that notion. It is both hilarious and deadly serious, obliging the reader to remember all the traumas that befell us.

Sunflowers and Silos: Reconciling with the Natural World

The environmentalist’s claim that man is nature’s enemy undermines any reason to steward it in the first place. To care for something, one must love it; one must feel that it belongs to them and them to it.

The British Invasion, Part I

The shift in our society has been imposed from the outside. A cocktail of involuntary impositions and the cowardice of our leaders have rendered swathes of Britain unrecognisable.

Ukraine Warns WEF That Russia Won’t Stop

Zelenska stressed the necessity of preventing a “full-scale, full-on global crisis” and cautioned that Russia has no intentions of stopping its military march in Ukraine.

Back To Dictation: Traditional Methods Favoured by French Minister of Education

Back To Dictation: Traditional Methods Favoured by French Minister of Education

Pap Ndiaye advocated the return of dictation, as well as the daily practice of writing and mental arithmetic. He hopes to improve the spelling and grammar skills of French pupils in CM1 and CM2—the last two classes of the French primary cycle.

January 21, 2023
Greta Thunberg Caught on the Site of Lützerath Lignite Mine

Greta Thunberg Caught on the Site of Lützerath Lignite Mine

The Aachen police denied any staging, but also any arrest: Greta Thunberg was only subjected to an identity check before being transported by bus out of the danger zone.

January 21, 2023
Suspected Islamic State Security Chief Arrested in Holland

Suspected Islamic State Security Chief Arrested in Holland

The suspect, whose identity remains unknown, faces two charges: membership in a terrorist organization and membership in a criminal organization with the aim of committing war crimes.

January 21, 2023
New Zealand Prime Minister Steps Down

New Zealand Prime Minister Steps Down

Jacinda Ardern’s relative youth and gender, coupled with her ‘progressive’ beliefs, had made her a media darling and feted figure within Western establishment circles.

January 21, 2023
The EU is Not Europe, Part I: <br>A United Europe—An American Project

The EU is Not Europe, Part I: <br>A United Europe—An American Project

The U.S.A. was determined to unite Europe militarily, politically, and economically for its own purposes, and the Cold War provided much of the pretext.

January 21, 2023
British Government Overrules Scottish Gender Bill

British Government Overrules Scottish Gender Bill

The socially progressive Scottish government will bring its grievances before Edinburgh’s Court of Session.

January 20, 2023
Greek Opposition Objects to U.S. Jet Sales to Turkey

Greek Opposition Objects to U.S. Jet Sales to Turkey

The proposed deal to sell Turkey $20 billion worth of F-16 fighter jets is facing strong opposition from Greek politicians as U.S. lawmakers veto the sale.

January 20, 2023
Paris Opéra’s<em>Tristan</em> Sounds Good but Has Seen Better Days

Paris Opéra’s<em>Tristan</em> Sounds Good but Has Seen Better Days

The score of Tristan, an opera that commands what Dudamel claims to be his obsession, radiated brilliantly with a fine Gallic touch from the Opéra’s orchestra.

January 20, 2023
Elgin Marbles Back To Athens?

Elgin Marbles Back To Athens?

Thanks to an agreement under negotiation, the Parthenon marbles could be given to Greece for a long-term loan.

January 20, 2023
D.C.-Based Think Tank: Putin May Announce Second Mobilization Soon

D.C.-Based Think Tank: Putin May Announce Second Mobilization Soon

Presently, it remains unclear whether Russian President Vladimir Putin is planning a second round of mobilization.

January 20, 2023
Possible Truce for Yemen

Possible Truce for Yemen

According to UN special envoy Hans Grundberg, a new truce in Yemen may be at hand.

January 20, 2023
Northern Ireland Protocol: The Mood Is Up but No Resolution in Sight

Northern Ireland Protocol: The Mood Is Up but No Resolution in Sight

It appears the EU is kicking the “can down the road,” holding off on signing any agreements, hoping the Labour Party will take the reins of government after the next general election.

January 20, 2023