Month: August 2023

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.

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?”

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.

<strong>Vivaldi and Others</strong>: Tarquinio Merula—Achieving the Perfect Balance Between Realism and Emotion 

<strong>Vivaldi and Others</strong>: Tarquinio Merula—Achieving the Perfect Balance Between Realism and Emotion 

What is so miraculous about this 182 bars long lullaby, the 11th of a total of 16 songs and cantatas that Tarquinio Merula compiled in his Opus 13?

August 13, 2023
Keys to the Kendom

Keys to the Kendom

In the Barbie sequel, Ken—the avatar simp of Western man’s collective unconscious—emerges into the physical realm to claim his birthright.

August 12, 2023
UK Parliament Inundated With Sleaze Complaints

UK Parliament Inundated With Sleaze Complaints

Complaints linking UK parliamentarians and sleaze have almost quadrupled in the past three years.

August 12, 2023
French National Rally Staffers Attacked in Hate Crime

French National Rally Staffers Attacked in Hate Crime

Growing insecurity and high levels of anti-Christian attacks have become an increasing problem in France.

August 12, 2023
Sweden Democrats Vow To Protect Free Speech

Sweden Democrats Vow To Protect Free Speech

National security issues play a part in whether Quran burnings should be banned, especially after the Nordic country’s security services warned of potential terrorist attacks.

August 12, 2023
Ridley Scott, Hitler, and Napoleon: Chipping Away at the Imperial Legend

Ridley Scott, Hitler, and Napoleon: Chipping Away at the Imperial Legend

In history, there are disputes over interpretation, but there are also things that can be said, and others that cannot. By lumping Napoleon in with Stalin and Hitler, Ridley Scott has crossed a red line.

August 12, 2023
Rigoletto in Ruins: Rome’s Teatro dell’Opera Moves to its Summer Stage

Rigoletto in Ruins: Rome’s Teatro dell’Opera Moves to its Summer Stage

Rigoletto has “all the characteristics of a perfect film noir”— seduction, murder, anonymous identities, spooky nocturnal settings, casual violence, unapologetic brutality, and, when done right, some dark humor.

August 12, 2023
Did Spending €2.75 Million Make EU Commission Look Good?

Did Spending €2.75 Million Make EU Commission Look Good?

Budget Commissioner Johannes Hahn noted there were no recorded expenses for hairdressers—just makeup artists and photo professionals.

August 12, 2023
Niger Coup: Military on Standby as West Vows Support

Niger Coup: Military on Standby as West Vows Support

A conflict in Niger would spell certain trouble for the European continent, as it would increase migratory pressure even further.

August 12, 2023
“Nature Red in Tooth and Claw”: Against Modern Nature-Romanticism

“Nature Red in Tooth and Claw”: Against Modern Nature-Romanticism

In the Christian narrative, all nature was placed under the jurisdiction of the devil following man’s fall from grace. The wilderness is not where the cathedral is found but likely where a hive of demons awaits.

August 12, 2023
EU24: Centre May Hold Despite Right-Wing Gains

EU24: Centre May Hold Despite Right-Wing Gains

The growth of the Right comes at the expense of Europeans Greens as voters turn their back on the flatlining European Green Deal.

August 11, 2023
Italy Takes Concrete Steps for Easier Deportations

Italy Takes Concrete Steps for Easier Deportations

Migrants presenting a danger to Italian society will be expelled quickly under the new program.

August 11, 2023