Month: February 2023

Liberalism’s Pathological Aversion to Suffering

When firmly set within the framework of liberalism, human ‘progress’ is largely understood as the ongoing process of privileging technique and technological advancement to eliminate suffering—suffering chiefly seen as pain.

Francis is the Pope

The one leading the Church is Pope Francis. We should pray for him, not deny his authority.

Kosovo Unites Serbian National and Conservative Movements

Demonstrations in Belgrade against Europride and in favour of traditional values showed the strength of patriotic movements and the Church. The new National Rally will hold a large meeting on 20 February in Nis.

The Emergence of a New Paganism: An Interview with Chantal Delsol

Once Christianity faced off with modernity, says Chantal Delsol, the handwriting was on the wall. And even though a handful of elites deluded themselves into believing in the future of atheism, most people need gods—and soon the old gods began to creep back in.

Nothing To Hide? Von der Leyen To Be Questioned Behind Closed Doors

Nothing To Hide? Von der Leyen To Be Questioned Behind Closed Doors

Calls for transparency in the EU institutions are only growing louder in the wake of Qatargate. As such, this new decision for private questioning will damage the credibility of the EU Parliament.

February 16, 2023
European Commission To Sue Poland Over Primacy of EU Law

European Commission To Sue Poland Over Primacy of EU Law

This is part of Brussels’ purposeful “plan to disestablish EU member states,” and create a “centralized state” instead, Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro said.

February 16, 2023
China Promises Countermeasures Over U.S. Downing of ‘Spy Balloon’

China Promises Countermeasures Over U.S. Downing of ‘Spy Balloon’

The Chinese Foreign Ministry provided no further details and did not identify the targets of such measures.

February 16, 2023
Who Is Nikki Haley?

Who Is Nikki Haley?

A governor and ambassador, Nikki Haley is very experienced. But what makes her stand out in a potential field of remarkable competitors for the presidency?

February 16, 2023
Election Interference for the Highest Bidder—Disinformation Hub Exposed

Election Interference for the Highest Bidder—Disinformation Hub Exposed

The company offering political subversion boasted of influencing 33 presidential elections so far—27 of them successfully, the Israeli-French investigation revealed.

February 16, 2023
Von Der Leyen Congratulates Ukraine On “Tangible Progress”

Von Der Leyen Congratulates Ukraine On “Tangible Progress”

The rhetoric around Ukraine’s accession to the EU is warm, but little appears to be taking place in the way of action.

February 16, 2023
Berlusconi’s Zelensky-Critical Comments Spark Internal Debate in EPP

Berlusconi’s Zelensky-Critical Comments Spark Internal Debate in EPP

Some EPP lawmakers have threatened to boycott an upcoming center-right gathering in Naples if Berlusconi attends.

February 16, 2023
EU Enlargement Commissioner’s Remark Was a “Misunderstanding”

EU Enlargement Commissioner’s Remark Was a “Misunderstanding”

After a hot-mic incident, EU Commissioner Várhelyi says the remark “was taken out of context, [but] I apologize for any possible misunderstanding.”

February 16, 2023
Giants’ Footsteps

Giants’ Footsteps

The example of the 21 Coptic Martyrs of Libya, poor, simple, faithful men, can strengthen us. Let their example give us fortitude to follow Him wherever He leads, and if it costs nothing less than everything, so be it.

February 16, 2023
EU Struggles To Keep Sanctions Afloat As Russian Ships Change Flags

EU Struggles To Keep Sanctions Afloat As Russian Ships Change Flags

The episode highlights an apparent shortcoming in Brussels’ sanctions policies—as soon as the EU cuts one source of revenue, the Russian hydra just grows another head.

February 15, 2023
Investigative Journalist: Conservative Sites Blacklisted Under Guise of Fighting Misinformation

Investigative Journalist: Conservative Sites Blacklisted Under Guise of Fighting Misinformation

Clearly biased disinformation groups, funded by the U.S. government have “completely crippled” right-wing news sources, Gabe Kaminsky’s brilliant report revealed.

February 15, 2023
No Sanctions Against Azerbaijan, Blockade of Lachin Corridor Continues

No Sanctions Against Azerbaijan, Blockade of Lachin Corridor Continues

Borrell does not believe that sanctions are the only method for the EU to influence the situation.

February 15, 2023