Month: January 2025

Faeser To Fire Police Officers With AfD Membership

In yet another phase of the witch hunt against its political rivals, the left-liberal government resorts to intimidation of those it accuses of undermining the constitutional order.

A Spectre Is Haunting Germany

The German establishment’s panic over Elon Musk reveals its true fear of the electorate.

The New Iconoclasm

Today’s iconoclasts seek little more than a photograph in the newspaper, if not a prison sentence—think of the media-ready antics of Just Stop Oil, throwing soup on Van Gogh or spraying Stonehenge with orange paint. Any attention they might lend to their cause is smothered in a self-serving narcissistic love of the image of themselves performing destruction.

French PM Struggles To Convince in First Speech of the Year

French PM Struggles To Convince in First Speech of the Year

Without calling for a vote of confidence, the government lives to see another day—but for how long?

January 15, 2025
British Barroom Chats Facing Government Regulation

British Barroom Chats Facing Government Regulation

Free speech, already on life support in the UK, would take a brutal blow if your local pub could kick you out for ‘wrongspeak.’

January 15, 2025
It’s “Islamophobic” To Demand Muslims Integrate, Austrian State Broadcaster Says

It’s “Islamophobic” To Demand Muslims Integrate, Austrian State Broadcaster Says

While antisemitic incidents increased by 160% in a year, government-funded ORF is concerned about Austrians’ attitude towards Muslims.

January 14, 2025
Newly Elected ECR President Morawiecki To Make Party “Oasis of Common-Sense Conservatism”

Newly Elected ECR President Morawiecki To Make Party “Oasis of Common-Sense Conservatism”

The EU needs reforms to pull back from the “recent ideological madness,” the Polish former PM said.

January 14, 2025
More than 1,000 Violent Deaths, and Rising: Crime in France Hits All-Time High

More than 1,000 Violent Deaths, and Rising: Crime in France Hits All-Time High

Every day in France, an average of three murders or assassinations, 600 burglaries, and more than 330 robberies with firearms are committed.

January 14, 2025
Spend More on Defence or Learn Russian, Says NATO Chief

Spend More on Defence or Learn Russian, Says NATO Chief

Mark Rutte echoed Trump’s call for greater funding, suggesting welfare cuts to strengthen Europe’s military readiness.

January 14, 2025
The Tables Are Turning: UK PM Under Pressure as Labour MPs Back Rape Gang Inquiry

The Tables Are Turning: UK PM Under Pressure as Labour MPs Back Rape Gang Inquiry

Representatives of towns overshadowed by the grooming scandal demand a national investigation to uncover the full extent of sexual abuse and official cover-ups.

January 14, 2025
Macron and Zelensky Discuss Putting EU Boots on the Ground

Macron and Zelensky Discuss Putting EU Boots on the Ground

French and British troops could lead the international peacekeeping force as part of the “practical steps” for ensuring Kyiv’s security ambitions.

January 14, 2025
No Tax Hikes, Less Climate Money: Austria’s Right-Wing Parties Strike Budget Deal

No Tax Hikes, Less Climate Money: Austria’s Right-Wing Parties Strike Budget Deal

The parties want to slash €6.3 billion in spending and oppose EU climate policies.

January 14, 2025
Eyes Wide Shut

Eyes Wide Shut

A significant portion of the public, including 65% of Labour voters, believes efforts are being made to cover up the historic failures of local and national authorities.

January 14, 2025
Israelis Warn of “Catastrophe” as Ceasefire Looms

Israelis Warn of “Catastrophe” as Ceasefire Looms

Critics say that the deal would “save” Hamas.

January 14, 2025
Here We Go Again: After Nord Stream, Ukraine Accused of Hitting Another Gas Pipeline

Here We Go Again: After Nord Stream, Ukraine Accused of Hitting Another Gas Pipeline

Ukraine is believed to be behind the drone attack on the TurkStream, the last remaining operational gas pipeline connecting the EU to Russia.

January 14, 2025