Day: November 9, 2025

Without Rhyme or Reason

AI writing is ubiquitous and devoid of style. Why this is more than a cosmetic problem.

BBC Chief Resigns After Trump Documentary Controversy

BBC Chief Resigns After Trump Documentary Controversy

The BBC’s director-general and news director resigned after revelations of misleading edits to the U.S. president’s speech.

November 9, 2025
Austria Slowly Wakes Up: Second Afghan Sent Back

Austria Slowly Wakes Up: Second Afghan Sent Back

A 32-year-old man accused of drug-related crimes was deported to Kabul on Sunday.

November 9, 2025
Kyiv Protests Conditions of Nord Stream Suspect Held in Italy

Kyiv Protests Conditions of Nord Stream Suspect Held in Italy

The suspect has launched a hunger strike protesting inadequate food, limited family visits, and insufficient medical care.

November 9, 2025
German Federal President: “A Party Ban Is the <em>Ultima Ratio</em> of Defensive Democracy”

German Federal President: “A Party Ban Is the <em>Ultima Ratio</em> of Defensive Democracy”

In a speech on Sunday, Frank-Walter Steinmeier alluded to bans on “extremist” political parties, clearly indicating the AfD without ever mentioning the party.

Ukraine and Russia Exchange Overnight Strikes

Ukraine and Russia Exchange Overnight Strikes

The renewed attacks caused power outages and significant damage in both countries.

November 9, 2025
Historic Visit: Syrian President Arrives In The U.S.

Historic Visit: Syrian President Arrives In The U.S.

Al-Sharaa was removed from Washington’s terrorist terrorism blacklist only the day before.

November 9, 2025
Rising Violence Rocks Brussels

Rising Violence Rocks Brussels

Shootings, bombings, and police incidents highlight broader security concerns facing the EU capital.

November 9, 2025
UK Sends Support to Belgium Amid Wave of Drone Sightings

UK Sends Support to Belgium Amid Wave of Drone Sightings

Disruptive drone activity has been grounding flights and alarming officials for the past weeks.

November 9, 2025
Lavrov Signals Willingness for Ukraine Meeting With U.S.

Lavrov Signals Willingness for Ukraine Meeting With U.S.

In an interview, the Russian foreign minister blasted Europe for pressuring Washington to forsake peace talks and join the “party of war.”

Without Rhyme or Reason

Without Rhyme or Reason

AI writing is ubiquitous and devoid of style. Why this is more than a cosmetic problem.

November 9, 2025
What Was and Is: The Fall of the Berlin Wall

What Was and Is: The Fall of the Berlin Wall

In many ways, Germany is still a country divided. West Germans do not fully comprehend how their Eastern compatriots feel, think, and argue.

Should Conservatives Conserve Bullfighting?

Should Conservatives Conserve Bullfighting?

Lessons from Albert Serra’s Afternoons of Solitude

November 9, 2025