Month: July 2023

Dutch ‘Suicide Powder’ Seller Sentenced

Through Alex S.’s actions, ten people died after ingesting the deadly powder, while investigators revealed his so-called ‘suicide kits’ had been sold to about 1,600 people.

The European Court of Human Rights Attacks Free Speech

Suppressing remarks or attitudes that could harm a “peaceful social climate” may be great for genteel Council of Europe meetings, university seminars, or dinner parties, even if it might make them a trifle dull. But it won’t work for any kind of effective 21st century politics.

Ecuador Pushes for Visa-Free Access to Schengen Zone 

The latest iteration of EU visa policy will make it possible for Ecuadorians to gain visa-free access to the Schengen countries, as Latin American leaders drove a hard bargain during this week’s CELAC summit in Brussels.

Pursuing the Truth

Pursuing the Truth

Christ is the salvation for the shipwrecked. Clinging to Him will keep us afloat in a shipwrecked world. The order He brings gives the martyr the ability to lay down his life, the sorrowful to find hope, and the grieving to find peace that the world can never give.

July 18, 2023
<em>El Autocrata</em>: Documenting the Legacy of Prime Minister Sánchez

<em>El Autocrata</em>: Documenting the Legacy of Prime Minister Sánchez

After complaining that the ministry of culture was attempting to suppress the film, director Carlos Hernando has made it free to host, download, and reproduce.

Great News: Manhood Breaks Out in Poland!

Great News: Manhood Breaks Out in Poland!

It falls to sane ordinary people—like the Polish men at the swimming pool last weekend—to be outraged by the outrageous.

July 17, 2023
Russia Terminates Black Sea Grain Deal

Russia Terminates Black Sea Grain Deal

On multiple occasions, Russia threatened to quit the initiative because its demands to lift sanctions on Russia’s logistical and financial sectors, which hamstrung its own grain and fertilizer exports, had not been met.

Ukraine Claims Responsibility for Deadly Attack on Crimean Bridge

Ukraine Claims Responsibility for Deadly Attack on Crimean Bridge

The Kerch Bridge—the longest bridge in Russia and in Europe—serves as a crucial artery that allows military equipment and personnel to flow from mainland Russia to the southern battlefront in Ukraine.

July 17, 2023
Florida County GOP Calls mRNA COVID Shots “Bioweapons”

Florida County GOP Calls mRNA COVID Shots “Bioweapons”

The local GOP joined the steady growth among the political voices in the U.S. that demand the criminalization of mRNA technology “on behalf of the preservation of the human race.”

July 17, 2023
China Set To Benefit As Global South Lobbies Against EU Carbon Tariffs

China Set To Benefit As Global South Lobbies Against EU Carbon Tariffs

Despite being lauded in Europe as essential to the green transition, new EU carbon tariffs have evoked considerable anger in the Global South and stirred fears that the tariffs will destroy national steel industries and direct more countries into the arms of China.

July 17, 2023
Ireland: Spike in Migrant Accommodation Prompts Tensions

Ireland: Spike in Migrant Accommodation Prompts Tensions

Justice Minister Helen McEntee described increasing numbers as “a permanent change.”

July 17, 2023
Turkish Nationalists Threaten Sweden’s NATO Bid

Turkish Nationalists Threaten Sweden’s NATO Bid

Erdoğan’s AKP relies on the support of the nationalist MHP for parliamentary majority, but the party is not happy with the president’s agreement with Stockholm, looking to vote against the ratification.

July 17, 2023
American Tourist’s Challenge to Malta’s Abortion Law Fails

American Tourist’s Challenge to Malta’s Abortion Law Fails

A case an American tourist brought against the country’s abortion law proved the pro-life medical model works.

July 17, 2023
Conservatives Need to Re-embrace the Free Market

Conservatives Need to Re-embrace the Free Market

There is no question that free trade prospects in the UK are lagging, but there is more at stake than simply the arrest of British economic growth. A free economy gives rise to virtuous citizenry, promotes desirable social ends by means of employment, and reduces poverty—noble goals that were developed over the last two centuries.

July 17, 2023
Trans Activist Attempt at Cancelling Academic Paper Backfires

Trans Activist Attempt at Cancelling Academic Paper Backfires

The retraction has proven as—or more—effective in not only spreading the findings of the study but proving that those who would cancel others are often the ones who are unethical and unscientific.

July 17, 2023