Month: July 2024

Recession Warning for America

Despite solid current numbers for the U.S. economy, red flags are pointing to a recession in the third quarter—just in time for the November election.

Two Months After Mannheim Stabbings: Survivors Are Still Recovering

Two Months After Mannheim Stabbings: Survivors Are Still Recovering

Islamist knifeman reportedly unrepentant after German doctors saved his life

July 26, 2024
EU Threatens To Withhold More EU Funds from Hungary

EU Threatens To Withhold More EU Funds from Hungary

Brussels says the country’s foreign influence law goes against EU values, despite the EU launching a similar package last year.

July 26, 2024
“Massive Attack” on French Railways Night Before Olympic Opening Ceremony

“Massive Attack” on French Railways Night Before Olympic Opening Ceremony

“France is under attack,” the head of the country’s rail operator said.

July 26, 2024
UK: Labour Planting the Seeds for Major Tax Rises

UK: Labour Planting the Seeds for Major Tax Rises

Extra tax hikes totalling close to €30 billion could be just around the corner.

July 26, 2024
No, Ursula, It’s Not the Right That Will “Destroy Our European Way of Life”

No, Ursula, It’s Not the Right That Will “Destroy Our European Way of Life”

From the EU Parliament to the Leeds riots, a cordon sanitaire aims to silence national conservatives—and the millions of Europeans they represent.

July 26, 2024
What’s the Point of an ‘Opposition’ Anyway?

What’s the Point of an ‘Opposition’ Anyway?

Starmer’s first session of questioning in Parliament descended into an intolerable back-patting match.

July 25, 2024
Scholz Praises Press Freedom While Saying Some Opinions Are “Forbidden”

Scholz Praises Press Freedom While Saying Some Opinions Are “Forbidden”

German chancellor contradicts himself in comments on right-wing magazine ban.

July 25, 2024
Polish PM Punishes His Own MPs After Abortion Bill Fails

Polish PM Punishes His Own MPs After Abortion Bill Fails

Donald Tusk said his party needed “discipline” to prevent the conservative opposition from gaining any power.

July 25, 2024
EU Commission Threatens “Immediate” Punishment if Slovakia Regulates NGOs

EU Commission Threatens “Immediate” Punishment if Slovakia Regulates NGOs

Bratislava warned against passing ‘foreign agents’ law—despite Brussels preparing to do the same.

July 25, 2024
Venezuela Holds First Elections in 11 Years

Venezuela Holds First Elections in 11 Years

President Nicolás Maduro has banned opposition candidates and cherry-picked international observers.

July 25, 2024
Man Charged With Attempted Murder for Brutal Soldier Stabbing

Man Charged With Attempted Murder for Brutal Soldier Stabbing

The army officer was in full uniform when he was repeatedly stabbed in broad daylight.

July 25, 2024
Netanyahu Outlines Path to Israeli Victory in Speech to U.S. Congress

Netanyahu Outlines Path to Israeli Victory in Speech to U.S. Congress

Kamala Harris and dozens of Democrats boycotted Israeli PM’s address.

July 25, 2024