Germany Finds Itself

Germany finds itself in a predicament of its own making

While it loses sympathy abroad, the country faces political uncertainty at home

World - Financial Times - 4 hours ago

How Bhutan finds itself facing an existential crisis

With an economy hit hard by COVID, many Bhutanese have left for jobs abroad. Bhutan's government, which for years has prioritized Gross National Happiness, is now working to lure people back.

After a 2,000-Mile Trip, a Penguin Finds Itself on an Australian Beach

“This is the furthest north I’ve heard of an emperor penguin,” an expert said.

World - The New York Times - November 8

San Jose State Women’s Volleyball Team Finds Itself at Center of Transgender Debate

After reports that the team includes a transgender player, several schools have forfeited matches against the university out of protest.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

‘Death trap’ Channel boats traded by smugglers in Germany, BBC investigation finds

A €15,000 package deal for a dinghy, engine and 60 life jackets was offered to our reporter in Essen.

The Risk of Trump’s Old Age

If he were my dad, I’d want to take away the car keys — and nuclear codes.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

George Conway reflects on election: America did this to itself

George Conway, a former advocate for President-elect Trump who has been outspoken against his candidacy, argued in an op-ed in The Atlantic Wednesday that America “did this to itself.” “This time, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

A Nervous World Braces Itself for Trump II

Leaders have given up trying to predict what the next president will do.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

There Were Two Huge Problems Harris Could Not Escape

The curling theory of campaigns proves itself again.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

China arms itself for potential trade war with Trump

Beijing has enacted sweeping laws since US president-elect’s first term that would allow it to retaliate if threatened

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

With Eli Drinkwitz at the helm, Missouri begins to see itself differently

His unapologetic approach resonates with his players, who will look to make a splash Saturday against Alabama.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

Trump campaign distances itself from speaker's Puerto Rico comments at rally

A Trump campaign adviser sought to distance the former president and his operation from a racist joke about Puerto Rico delivered by a speaker at former President Trump's New York City rally ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Trump campaign distances itself from controversial New York rally comments

Republicans criticise racist and misogynistic remarks by speakers at Madison Square Garden on Sunday

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Whoever wins, America will still need to turn itself around

National renewal will require elites to buy into a project of far-reaching reform

Business - Financial Times - November 3

AIRIS is a learning AI teaching itself how to play Minecraft

An AI named AIRIS is engaging in self-directed learning inside of Minecraft, teaching itself how to play and theoretically becoming efficient at it.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 6

IDF distances itself from ‘no return’ remarks about north Gaza evacuees

Israeli army says officer’s comments that Palestinians will not be allowed return home were taken out of context. Middle East crisis – latest updates The Israeli army has distanced itself from ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

How California has been ‘Trump-proofing’ itself against federal reprisal

Newsom also announces special session of legislature to ensure state agencies’ funding and says: ‘We won’t sit idle’. US elections 2024 – live updates California prided itself on its ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Liberal Legal Group Positions Itself as a Top Trump Administration Foe

Using Project 2025 as a blueprint, the group Democracy Forward says it has prepared a raft of potential legal challenges to respond to the Trump-Vance agenda as soon as Day 1.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

FirstFT: US companies rush to cash in on Trump market rally

Also in today’s newsletter, FTC targets Microsoft and Argentina cools on Paris climate accord

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Trump’s aspiration isn’t Nazi Germany, it’s feudal Germany

Trumpism is merely a cult of personality, and Trumpworld is an untidy amalgam of hero-worshippers, opportunists, zealots, grifters and closeted responsible politicians who publicly abase themselves ...

Politics - The Hill - November 12

Is Germany’s business model broken?

All three of the country’s major industries are in crisis, and the economy is flatlining. Are politicians finally waking up?

World - Financial Times - November 5

Germany's Fractious Government Collapses

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed a pro-business party from his governing coalition, ending a three-year alliance marked by increasing internal dissent and political stasis.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

The eastern inheritance of united Germany

History, political culture and social conditions of the former communist region repay close attention

World - Financial Times - November 9

Vodafone’s revenue drops in Germany

UK telecoms group hit by law changes over bundling TV with rent in its biggest market

World - Financial Times - November 12

The path to early elections in Germany

World - Yahoo News - November 12

Germany’s deepening political crisis

Chancellor Scholz’s three-party coalition government has fallen apart

Germany Will Hold Snap Election in February

After the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s governing coalition, the balloting will be held on Feb. 23, about seven months before it had been scheduled.

World - The New York Times - November 13

Germany will stand up to Russian intimidation, says foreign minister

Germany’s foreign minister has vowed that her country will not be intimidated by Russia’s new nuclear deterrent policy as it had in the past

World - ABC News - 16 hours ago

Iran’s response to Israeli attack awaited as Tehran says it is ‘entitled’ to defend itself – live

Iranian army tells local media four soldiers killed ‘countering projectiles’ in Israel’s overnight attack. We’ve launched video footage of the blasts and light flashes in Tehran early today and ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Trump campaign distancing itself from comedian's comment at divisive Madison Square Garden rally

Former President Donald Trump laid out his vision for America Sunday at a rally in New York's Madison Square Garden. The rally featured offensive remarks from surrogates like comedian Tony ...

Trump campaign distances itself from House speaker's plan for 'massive reform' to ACA

House Speaker Mike Johnson's assertion that Republicans would implement "massive reform" to the Affordable Care Act is causing a bit of a headache for the Trump campaign.

Review: A restaurant is a world unto itself in 'La Cocina,' one of the year's freshest films

Starring Raúl Briones and Rooney Mara, the latest film from Alonso Ruizpalacios searches for signs of life in the intense work of running a not-great restaurant.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 31

‘The most expensive photos ever taken’: the space shots that changed humanity’s view of itself

Taken at 28,000km/h and costing billions of dollars, the first ever photos taken by astronauts are on show at Paris Photo. For Nasa print dealer Daniel Blau, they are proof that nothing is ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Climate change won’t fix itself, so here are 3 easy steps to ‘green’ your money

Kara Perez has a plan for sustainable investing that goes beyond just picking the right funds for your IRA

Business - MarketWatch - 20 hours ago

Finding Mr Fox: The adventure of a lifetime

Two Brazilian sailors prepare for a voyage that will change their lives forever

Call for 'immediate action' to tackle shoplifting

Cases are under-reported and "immediate action" is needed to tackle the crisis, a Lords review finds.

How To Find Taiga Biomes In Minecraft

There are dozens of different biomes in Minecraft, but one of the most popular to build in, especially early on, is the Taiga biome. This specific biome is home to the spruce tree, which are some ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 9

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