Month: August 2023

TV Host ‘Faked Racist Tweet by AfD’

RTL presenter Maurice Gajda has been suspended by the German broadcaster for allegedly fabricating a post by former AfD leader Frauke Petry.

Austria: Sinking ÖVP Unveils “Future Plan 2030”

“The ÖVP can write as many papers [as they like] for Nehammer, the Austrians no longer believe this party. It’s over,” said FPÖ general secretary Michael Schnedlitz, who called for new elections.

A Macbeth Signifying Nothing on the Salzburg Stage

Following an unfortunate trend in European stage production, Warlikowski reduces Macbeth to a psychiatric diagnosis, with the characters exploring their pathologies in the confines of a mental institution.

Gold, BRICS, and the Dollar

The upcoming BRICS summit next week will mark the beginning of a new era. But don’t count out the U.S. dollar just yet.

AfD Surge May Affect German Semiconductor Industry

AfD Surge May Affect German Semiconductor Industry

Saxony is a traditional hub for semiconductor production going back to the East German era. But officials warn that the AfD’s rapid rise could throw a spanner in the works for expanding the regional labour force through immigration.

August 16, 2023
Open Society Scales Back EU Operations, Politicians Remain Skeptical

Open Society Scales Back EU Operations, Politicians Remain Skeptical

OSF might prepare for strategic restructuring and a 40% workforce cutback, but “we only truly believe that the occupying troops are leaving the continent when the last Soros soldier has left,” Balázs Orbán, the Hungarian PM’s political director said.

August 16, 2023
Russia Draws Closer to North Korea 

Russia Draws Closer to North Korea 

Moscow and Beijing have also been firming up relations this week, as China intends to move forward with Russia on plans for a moon base by the 2030s.

August 16, 2023
UK: Brussels Kills Prospect of Deal To Return Channel Migrants 

UK: Brussels Kills Prospect of Deal To Return Channel Migrants 

According to leaked memos obtained by the British press commission, officials threw out the prospect of a return to the Dublin Agreement, leading Tory backbenchers to call for more hardline actions against the influx.

August 16, 2023
Monarchism—The Only Love That Dare Not Speak Its Name

Monarchism—The Only Love That Dare Not Speak Its Name

If the ‘M’ word is uttered, the malefactor’s hearers often reply: “So, you want to be a lord or something? If we had a monarchy again, you’d be nothing!” My favourite response: “What makes you think I’m something now? Do you think the chancellor cares if you or I live or die?”

August 16, 2023
Hillbilly Anthem: With His Viral Protest Song, Oliver Anthony Is This Year’s J.D. Vance

Hillbilly Anthem: With His Viral Protest Song, Oliver Anthony Is This Year’s J.D. Vance

A protest song calling out rich politicians for their indifference to the pain of working people has hit a nerve and topped the music charts, both in the U.S. & around the world.

August 15, 2023
Romanian Navy Deployed After Stray Mine Explodes on Black Sea Beach

Romanian Navy Deployed After Stray Mine Explodes on Black Sea Beach

Authorities suspect the mine broke off from the coast of Odesa by accident, but some believe it could have been part of a Russian intimidation tactic after the collapse of the Ukraine Grain Deal.

August 15, 2023
Leftists Seek To Oust Sweden Democrat Over Islam Remarks

Leftists Seek To Oust Sweden Democrat Over Islam Remarks

Opposition says Jomshof escalates already serious security situation.

August 15, 2023
France: Serial Sex Offender Arrested for Barbaric Rape; Left Worried About ‘Racism’

France: Serial Sex Offender Arrested for Barbaric Rape; Left Worried About ‘Racism’

Left-liberal leaders express concern the crime could be ‘exploited’ by the Right.

August 15, 2023
Fourth Set of Criminal Charges Against Trump

Fourth Set of Criminal Charges Against Trump

Republicans believe Joe Biden has weaponized his government with politically motivated indictments against his leading political opponent.

August 15, 2023
More Still Unites Than Divides Visegrád Nations

More Still Unites Than Divides Visegrád Nations

Elections in Slovakia and Poland may bring changes to Central European cooperation.

August 15, 2023
Shock Resignation: Latvian PM Exits

Shock Resignation: Latvian PM Exits

Every step of the way, Krišjānis Kariņš’ plans to expand his coalition government by adding the ‘Union of Greens and Farmers’ and the left-wing ‘Progressive Party’ had been thwarted by his coalition partners.

August 15, 2023