Month: July 2023

Church of England Schools Propagating Critical Race Theory 

British professor and author Matthew Goodwin noted that 63% of UK kids have “been taught or heard at school about dubious CRT concepts—like ‘white privilege,’ or ‘unconscious bias,’ and ‘systematic racism’.”

New French Military Support For Ukraine? Irresponsible! Says Le Pen

Until now, rather discreet on the question of France’s commitment to Ukraine, so as not to fuel the controversy over her supposed ‘Putinophilia’, Marine Le Pen has this time raised her voice and declared herself openly hostile to increasing French military support to Ukraine.

British Defense Secretary Calls it Quits

Wallace’s announcement comes only days before a long-awaited defense command paper to cut the number of regular troops is presented at Parliament, reducing the UK army to its smallest size since the Napoleonic wars.

“They have all the time in the world, and you have to win every battle”: An Interview with MEP Anders Vistisen

“We need to be patient, we need to be consistent, we need to be ideologically well-founded in what we do and what we say, and then we need to be patient. We would like to build up a more steady base that is ideologically convinced that we represent them, rather than just try to get the disenfranchised voters who are now unhappy with the current government.”

Polish MEP: New EP Resolution is a “Declaration of War” Against Poland

Polish MEP: New EP Resolution is a “Declaration of War” Against Poland

The socialists have “gone mad in their impotence and powerlessness due to losing elections,” Dominik Tarczyński said, explaining the European Parliament’s latest attempt to “undermine Polish democracy.”

July 14, 2023
The Spectre of Chinese Authoritarianism

The Spectre of Chinese Authoritarianism

Benedict Rogers drives home the point that, in addition to the economic, social, and geopolitical concerns about China, there are human beings who are suffering as a result of lukewarm activity or, worse, benign acquiescence.

Amalfi Coast, you have failed Lexi Jordan

Amalfi Coast, you have failed Lexi Jordan

The Lexi character is becoming normal among the young raised in the comforts and choices of late capitalism. They cannot bear even the slightest glitch in the matrix of experience without going to pieces.

July 13, 2023
Fiscal Forecast: Europe Still Not Out of Inflation

Fiscal Forecast: Europe Still Not Out of Inflation

With a little bit of bad luck, Europe could soon face rising inflation again. How can we stop it? Is the gold standard the answer? We explain why not.

July 13, 2023
Lavrov: Russia Will Regard F-16s as a “Nuclear” Threat

Lavrov: Russia Will Regard F-16s as a “Nuclear” Threat

Since F-16s are capable of carrying nuclear weapons, their deployment in Ukraine could cause “catastrophic consequences” for NATO, the Russian foreign minister warned.

July 13, 2023
Spain: Weak Debate Sinks Socialists and Lifts Conservatives

Spain: Weak Debate Sinks Socialists and Lifts Conservatives

The Partido Popular is solidifying its lead in the final ten-day stretch of the campaign, despite socialist accusations warning that a coalition between conservatives and VOX will revive Francoism.

July 13, 2023
EU Nature Restoration Law Set To Reignite Dutch Farmer Protests

EU Nature Restoration Law Set To Reignite Dutch Farmer Protests

Recent protests in the Netherlands could just be the first firing shot in a wave of discontent after the European Parliament passed the Nature Restoration Law yesterday, despite conservative warnings that it would play into the hands of populists.

July 13, 2023
The Tories: Cutting Throats to Cut Costs?

The Tories: Cutting Throats to Cut Costs?

The Tories have made it as plain as they can: they will do nothing to stop the boats. And not one of them will entertain hosting an illegal migrant, but they’ll make sure you do.

July 13, 2023
Erdogan Puts Sweden’s NATO Membership on Hold Until October

Erdogan Puts Sweden’s NATO Membership on Hold Until October

The Turkish Parliament will not come back from recess until the start of the autumn legislative session. In the meantime, Erdoğan noted, Sweden has some homework to do, having left conservatives out of the loop.

July 13, 2023
Swedish Muslims Not Amused by Quran Burning Joke 

Swedish Muslims Not Amused by Quran Burning Joke 

“May you be exposed to a terrorist attack,” users commented, even though the comedian was clearly mocking Swedes. The Taliban were not laughing as they halted Sweden’s humanitarian works because of the Quran controversy.

July 13, 2023
Unearthed History Comes Back To Haunt Finnish Politicians

Unearthed History Comes Back To Haunt Finnish Politicians

Opposition members have called for a confidence vote, and PM Petteri Orpo said he will seek such a vote after his government has presented their plan to promote equality and non-discrimination in Finland.

July 13, 2023
Poll: Less Than Half of Czechs Trust EU; Trust in NATO & UN Plummets 

Poll: Less Than Half of Czechs Trust EU; Trust in NATO & UN Plummets 

Trust in multinational institutions like the EU, NATO, and the UN among the Czech population has dropped precipitously in the past year.

July 13, 2023