Day: July 16, 2026

Why Ideology Is the Wrong Lens for Understanding China

Has Europe gradually become so committed to institutional uniformity that it has unintentionally reduced one of the principal engines of its own historical success: competition among jurisdictions?

Russian Strike on Kyiv Kills Two Ahead of Starmer Visit

Russian Strike on Kyiv Kills Two Ahead of Starmer Visit

The attack hit two districts in the Ukrainian capital, killing two people, including a teenager.

July 16, 2026
Iran Launches New Attacks on U.S. Bases as Washington Expands Airstrikes

Iran Launches New Attacks on U.S. Bases as Washington Expands Airstrikes

Tehran hit U.S. military bases in Gulf states, while Washington continued to strike sites across Iran overnight.

July 16, 2026
Death Wins in the End: Euthanasia Bill Adopted in France

Death Wins in the End: Euthanasia Bill Adopted in France

The assisted suicide legislation will be one of the most permissive in the world.

July 16, 2026
England: Afghan Imprisoned for Raping “Vulnerable” Man

England: Afghan Imprisoned for Raping “Vulnerable” Man

The migrant sex offender coerced his victim after a chance encounter in a Leicester park.

July 16, 2026
Why Ideology Is the Wrong Lens for Understanding China

Why Ideology Is the Wrong Lens for Understanding China

Has Europe gradually become so committed to institutional uniformity that it has unintentionally reduced one of the principal engines of its own historical success: competition among jurisdictions?

July 16, 2026