Month: July 2023

Spain’s Broken Electoral Map

Were the PP to govern now, it is unlikely that it would try to resolve the asymmetries of the Spanish system on display during these elections, especially with Núñez Feijóo at the helm.

Why Tucker Carlson Says You Must Build a Home Library

Never in human history has it been easier and cheaper to amass an enormous personal library of the greatest literature produced by our civilization (and others)—and never, perhaps, has it been more important to do so.

Outcry After Missile Damages Odesa’s Historic Cathedral

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has promised that Italy, “with its unique expertise in restoration,” was “ready to get involved with the reconstruction of Odesa’s cathedral and other treasures of Ukraine’s artistic heritage.”

Thousands of Cubans Flown Illegally Into Europe

Serbia’s decision to shut down its visa-free schemes has reduced the number of migrants travelling from countries such as Burundi, Cuba, and India, but the EU’s latest quota system does nothing to help the fight against illegal migration.

Merz Open to CDU-AfD Cooperation at Local Level

Merz’s apparent dismantling of his party’s firewall against the AfD at the local level comes just days after an opinion poll revealed that support for the anti-globalist party, once again, reached a new all-time high, at 22% of the national vote—just four percentage points behind the CDU.

Greta Thunberg Denies Committing Crime

Despite facing a prison sentence of up to six months, the Swedish climate alarmist has only been fined after a court found her guilty of disobeying police orders.

Labour’s Imported Voter Base Comes at a Price

One cannot dodge the conclusion that the Labour Party is happy to gloss over serious allegations of misconduct, in order to use the Muslim voting block to gain power.

Ukrainian Ambassador to UK Fired After Criticizing Zelensky

Ukrainian Ambassador to UK Fired After Criticizing Zelensky

In a presidential decree issued Friday, July 23rd, that came following rare public criticism of Zelensky, Vadym Prystaiko was removed from his positions as Ukraine’s ambassador to the UK and as Ukraine’s envoy to the International Maritime Organisation.

July 23, 2023
“Integration of new arrivals of this magnitude will be even more difficult”: An Interview with <strong>Alp Mehmet</strong>

“Integration of new arrivals of this magnitude will be even more difficult”: An Interview with <strong>Alp Mehmet</strong>

“The rigour with which the Illegal Migration Bill is implemented will determine the extent to which it deters migrants from making the perilous journey.”

July 23, 2023
<strong>Vivaldi and Others</strong>: Claudio Monteverdi—The First Grand Master of Opera

<strong>Vivaldi and Others</strong>: Claudio Monteverdi—The First Grand Master of Opera

The message Monteverdi wants to deliver is clear: “I master all techniques and styles, from the most learned ‘stile antico’ to the most modern styles.” Not surprisingly, a contemporary described him as “the greatest composer in Italy.” As far as I am concerned, he could have added: “of all time.”

Turkey Issues Arrest Warrant for Danish Anti-Islam Quran Burner

Turkey Issues Arrest Warrant for Danish Anti-Islam Quran Burner

Following a Quran burning in January of this year, a Turkish court has issued an arrest warrant for Danish anti-Islam activist Rasmus Paludan who has been burning copies of the Islamic holy book for years, often sparking riots.

July 23, 2023
Tougher Transgender Guidelines for UK Schools Ruled ‘Unlawful’

Tougher Transgender Guidelines for UK Schools Ruled ‘Unlawful’

Ministers have been told they will have to change the law if they wish to prevent children from acting as though they are the opposite sex at school.

July 23, 2023
Viktor Orbán: “The world is heading towards a collision”

Viktor Orbán: “The world is heading towards a collision”

Hungary will defend its home, its language, its culture, and will not give into Western European “imperial” ambitions, the Hungarian Prime Minister said in his speech at Tusványos.

July 23, 2023
Belarusian Forces Trained by Wagner Vets: Poland Reinforces Border

Belarusian Forces Trained by Wagner Vets: Poland Reinforces Border

For the first time since Yevgeny Prigozhin’s failed march on Moscow, the Wagner boss reappeared. In a new video, the 62-year-old told the mercenary forces they would no longer fight in Ukraine but would “help train the Belarusian army,” which he was certain they could turn into “the second best army in the world,” after, naturally, Wagner itself.

EU Sides With Argentina Over Falklands Name

EU Sides With Argentina Over Falklands Name

After first deciding to rub salt into the wound with its endorsement of the Argentine name for the Falklands, EU officials later backed down and clarified their position.

July 22, 2023
Illegal Border Crossings in Germany Up Over 50% in First Half of 2023

Illegal Border Crossings in Germany Up Over 50% in First Half of 2023

Germany remains the most popular destination for asylum seekers as the number of illegal border crossings into the country has surged in the first six months of 2023.

July 22, 2023
3/4 of Austrians Are Dissatisfied With ÖVP-Green Government 

3/4 of Austrians Are Dissatisfied With ÖVP-Green Government 

The Gallup Institute’s survey’s results are not particularly surprising in light of the massive numbers of voters who previously voted for establishment parties, but who have now thrown their support behind the FPÖ, seeing in them a party that offers an alternative vision for the country.

July 22, 2023
The Counter-Revolution Revisited

The Counter-Revolution Revisited

We must rediscover the principles that—in as many forms as there are Western nations—founded each of our countries and the West as a whole.

July 22, 2023
German CDU Shifts Right; Merz Backs Proposal To Abolish Current Asylum Regime

German CDU Shifts Right; Merz Backs Proposal To Abolish Current Asylum Regime

Deputy chairman of CDU/CSU faction in the Bundestag Thorsten Frei criticized the current asylum system for not only punishing the physically weaker would-be asylum seekers but also those living in societies that are forced to live with the consequences of receiving massive numbers of young men from alien cultures.

July 22, 2023