Day: April 2, 2024

Cyprus Grapples With Record Number of Migrants

Cyprus Grapples With Record Number of Migrants

“We are at our limit,” the government noted after convening an emergency meeting.

Turkey: Erdogan’s Party Loses Local Elections in Major Upset

Turkey: Erdogan’s Party Loses Local Elections in Major Upset

Istanbul Mayor-Elect Ekrem İmamoğlu said result “marks the end of democratic erosion in Turkey and the resurgence of democracy.”

April 2, 2024
The Madrid Train Bombing: Twenty Years On

The Madrid Train Bombing: Twenty Years On

Twenty years later, the 2004 Madrid train bombing remains central to understanding Spanish polarization and geopolitical irrelevance.

Euros & Dollars: U.S. Borrows $1 Trillion in Six Months

Euros & Dollars: U.S. Borrows $1 Trillion in Six Months

In 2023, the federal government borrowed $2.5 trillion. So far this year, things are only getting worse.

April 2, 2024
British ‘Conservative’ Supports Killing Old People To Save Money

British ‘Conservative’ Supports Killing Old People To Save Money

The narrative “shows the spirit of the 1930s eugenics movement lives on,” says campaigner.

April 2, 2024
Polish President Vetoes Morning-After Pill for Minors

Polish President Vetoes Morning-After Pill for Minors

The bill would have allowed 15-year-olds to access the pill without a prescription.

April 2, 2024
“Unworkable” Scottish Hate Crime Law Comes Into Effect

“Unworkable” Scottish Hate Crime Law Comes Into Effect

Police have even been told to target ‘hateful’ comedians.

April 2, 2024
Pfizergate Investigation Taken Over by EU Prosecutor’s Office

Pfizergate Investigation Taken Over by EU Prosecutor’s Office

Probe into dubious vaccine procurement could dent Commission chief von der Leyen’s reelection hopes.

April 2, 2024
Romania and Bulgaria Join ‘Air and Sea’ Schengen

Romania and Bulgaria Join ‘Air and Sea’ Schengen

No other EU country had to endure a two-step Schengen accession process.

April 2, 2024
EU Ends Mission in Niger, Opens Path for Russia

EU Ends Mission in Niger, Opens Path for Russia

Europe has lost an effective influence in the region ridden with jihadist violence.

April 2, 2024
Court Jesters of the Sexual Revolution

Court Jesters of the Sexual Revolution

It’s easy to be dismissive of late-night hosts and comedians, but that would be a mistake. Humor is a tremendously powerful weapon.

April 2, 2024