A New Age of American Interference in Europe
Elon Musk and MAGA are already disrupting the status quo, and Europe seems ill-prepared.
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The Bomb Is Back as the Risk of Nuclear War Enters a New Age
At the end of the Cold War, global powers reached the consensus that the world would be better off with fewer nuclear weapons. That era is now over.The Wall Street Journal - 14h -
Brooke Shields tackles aging and the pressure to remain forever young in new book
In her latest book, the former child star addresses expectations that women never age — especially if they are in the public eyeLos Angeles Times - 1d -
Europe Wasn’t Built to Be Like This
Schengen is now a symbol of the migration crisis driving the backlash against globalization and the ascendance of illiberalism.The New York Times - 13h -
Brooke Shields on aging: "I'm at the beginning of a new, really exciting stage"
Now nearly 60, the model and actress was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields ...CBS News - 1d -
Brooke Shields speaks out on aging
As a child model and actress, Brooke Shields became a superstar, but not much more was expected of her than to look gorgeous. Now nearly 60, Shields was recently elected president of Actors' ...CBS News - 1d -
Debunking American exceptionalism
How the US’s colossal economy and stock market conceal its flawsFinancial Times - 1d -
Private equity targets Europe for big buyout deals
Total value of large private equity deals in Europe increased at twice the rate of the rest of world in 2024Financial Times - 1d -
Scientists May Be Able to Make Grapefruits Compatible With Medications They Currently Interfere With
Scientists have identified a gene that causes production of a substance in some citrus that interferes with many medications.The New York Times - 3d -
DA Fani Willis appeals her disqualification from Trump's election interference case
Fulton County DA Fani Willis has asked the Georgia Supreme Court to reverse her disqualification from the election interference case against Donald Trump and others.ABC News - 4d -
Garden of Europe explores sustainable packaging for kiwis and apples
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Alcohol Carries New Risks in Middle Age
People over 35 can experience different physical effects than younger drinkers.The New York Times - 4d -
Would Trump really go to war with Europe for Greenland?
Also in this newsletter: French and German business spar over green rulesFinancial Times - 4d -
EU leaders warn Trump not to meddle with Europe’s borders
Comments from German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French foreign minister follow US president-elect’s Greenland threatsFinancial Times - 5d -
Justice department to release part of Trump election interference report, leaving out documents case – US politics live
Department of Justice to release details on Jack Smith’s investigation into attempts to overturn 2020 result but withhold Mar-a-Lago documents portion . Outgoing secretary of state Antony Blinken ...The Guardian - 5d -
EU Commission urged to act over Elon Musk’s ‘interference’ in elections
MEPs say enforcement of Digital Services Acts has been ‘too slow’, as Musk plans livestream with German far-right politician. The EU executive has been too slow in enforcing a major law intended to ...The Guardian - 5d -
Chinese airlines rush into Europe as western carriers retreat
Ability to keep flying over Russia helps three big state-owned carriers undercut European rivalsFinancial Times - 5d -
Trump makes apparent push for new era of American Imperialism in wide-ranging press conference
President-elect Donald Trump held a news conference where he refused to rule out using military force to take over the Panama Canal and Greenland, as well as “economic force” to annex Canada. NBC ...NBC News - 5d -
Where in Heaven and Hell and Eastern Europe Was Nosferatu Filmed?
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Europe leaders criticise Musk attacks
Although some of Europe's leaders have found favour with the billionaire, others are worried by his interventions.BBC News - 5d -
Frontier plans new flights from JFK to big American Airlines hubs Miami, LA and Dallas
Frontier said fares would start as low as $19 for JFK-Miami service.CNBC - 5d -
Louisiana AG: More security in place through Mardi Gras after New Orleans attack
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill (R) said security measures would be in place through Mardi Gras celebrations in March after a deadly New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans. “I think that ...The Hill - 6d -
Watch live: Louisiana AG provides update on probe into New Orleans attack
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill will hold a press conference Tuesday afternoon to provide an update on the investigation of the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans that killed at least 14 ...The Hill - 6d -
Louisiana AG orders review of New Orleans security plans after deadly truck attack
Louisiana’s Attorney General announced Monday a “full review” of New Orleans’ security plans in the wake of the New Year's Day terror attack on Bourbon Street that killed 14 revelers and injured ...NBC News - 6d -
Europe is not a business backwater
Comparisons with the US stock market undersell the continent’s companies and their potentialFinancial Times - Jan. 5 -
It is misleading to tar all Europe’s ‘new right’ parties with one brush
Some movements are correctly labelled extremist but others have a better claim to democratic credentialsFinancial Times - Jan. 5 -
Is Europe dream a reality for Bournemouth?
Bournemouth are on a club-record unbeaten run in the Premier League and are just three points off the top four, so could the dream of European football become a reality?BBC News - Jan. 4 -
‘The Trump Effect’ in the age of terrorism
Have those in charge of our defense against terrorism taken their eyes off the ball to engage in petty, self-destructive and potentially illegal partisan politics?The Hill - Jan. 4 -
Europe readies for scattergun defence-spend bonanza
Sickly economies and budgetary pressures likely to hit proposals and any increase will be thinly spreadFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
Bipartisan lawmakers renew push for legislation supporting Georgia against Russian interference
Republican and Democratic lawmakers are renewing efforts to pass legislation supporting Georgia, touting it as one of the best and first examples of bipartisan unity of the new Congress. Reps. Joe ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
USB-C Is Now the Law of the Land in Europe
Apple has already pulled devices to comply with the European Commission’s new Common Charger Directive.Wired - Jan. 3 -
'Masterful' novelist David Lodge dies aged 89
Lodge was twice nominated for the Booker Prize in the 1980s for comic novels Small World and Nice Work.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
New Orleans is ‘more secure than it’s ever, ever been’ after attack, says Louisiana AG
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill joins Meet the Press NOW to provide the latest on the investigation into the New Orleans terror attack, and an update on security in the city.NBC News - Jan. 2 -
Europe needs to tackle its red tape problem
Complex overlapping rules and burdensome reporting requirements are strangling EU growthFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
The coming American labour market shock
Ignore the Fed’s flip-flop and focus on labour dynamicsFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
'Like Salah' & 'new Ramos' - players to watch out for in Europe in 2025
European football experts Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Raphael Honigstein pick out some players to watch out for in 2025.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
Damascus Uncorked: Syria Throws a New Year's Party for the Ages
People set aside divisions and anxiety about the future to mark a once-in-a-lifetime moment of renewal.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1 -
Ukraine halts supply of Russian gas to Europe
Ukraine ends agreement to allow gas to flow through its pipelines, with European supplies set to be tested as cold weather forecast later this week. Ukraine has halted Russian gas supplies to ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Ukraine stops transport of Russian gas to Europe
Ukraine has halted the transportation of Russian gas supplies through the country after a prewar transit deal expired at the end of last year, the nation's energy minister confirmed. Ukraine ...The Hill - Jan. 1
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What an Upended Mideast Means for Trump and U.S. Gulf Allies
While major ruptures are not expected, Gulf states are urging a tougher stance on Israel and a softening toward Iran, positions that differ greatly from the president-elect’s first term.The New York Times - 53m -
With South Korea in Crisis, Eight Justices Will Decide President’s Fate
The Constitutional Court, an arbiter in a polarized nation, is about to consider whether Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment for declaring martial law was justified.The New York Times - 11h -
Israel-Gaza Cease-Fire Talks and Hostage Release Negotiations Gain Momentum: What to Know
The negotiations appeared to gain momentum on Monday as Arab and American mediators pushed for an agreement before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.The New York Times - 53m -
This Part of Mozambique Was Like Paradise. Now It’s a Terrorist Hotbed.
Islamic State militants have rampaged across the northern Cabo Delgado Province for more than seven years. The government says the situation has stabilized. Residents tell a different story.The New York Times - 1d -
Italian Justice Ministry Moves to Release Iranian Man Sought by the U.S.
The request to revoke the man’s arrest came only days after Iran released an Italian journalist. Iranian state news said the man was now in Tehran, but Italy has not confirmed that.The New York Times - 22h
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LA fire chief says ‘we are not in the clear’ as firefighters brace for ‘explosive fire growth’ – latest updates
LA fire chief says department has maximized its resources; firefighters warn of ‘critical fire weather’ until Wednesday with risk of significant and rapid spread of fire. Tell us about the ...The Guardian - 16m -
Israel, Hamas Move Closer on Gaza Cease-Fire Deal
Progress in cease-fire talks has raised hopes a deal could be reached to release some of the hostages still held in the Gaza Strip and pause fighting that has dragged on for 15 months.The Wall Street Journal - 16m -
Biden to defend foreign policy in one of his last speeches as president – US politics live
President expected to touch on Ukraine, Israel and Afghanistan record in speech at the state department. It’s just past noon in Washington DC, meaning that one week from today, Joe Biden will no ...The Guardian - 25m -
Special counsel report into Trump effort to overturn 2020 election to be released
The judge who handled Trump’s classified documents case allows the first part of Jack Smith’s report to be public. Jack Smith’s report into Donald Trump ’s prosecution on charges that he tried to ...The Guardian - 27m -
Oscar nominations further delayed by wildfires as Grammys and Sundance set to go ahead
Entertainment industry impacted as Critics Choice awards pushed back and Academy cancels nominees luncheon . The ongoing wildfires in California have added a further delay to this year’s Oscar ...The Guardian - 37m