Why Eu Support to Ukraine Once Again Hinges on Hungary

A far-right leader could soon take the helm in EU member country Austria. Here's why it matters

Austria could soon have its first government led by the far right since World War II

ABC News - Jan. 6

How Austria’s embrace of the far right could fracture the EU centre

Also in this newsletter: The next EU leaders’ meeting searches for a venue

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Rich must pay for others to go green, says EU environmental pioneer

‘Green Deal’ architect Frans Timmermans warns of boost to radical right from rising costs

Financial Times - Jan. 6

NFL once again places Texans in Saturday afternoon wild-card slot

The Houston Texans Invitational kicks off at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Ukraine renews offensive inside Russia

Ukrainian forces seek to recapture Russian territory as they are being pushed back elsewhere

Financial Times - Jan. 5

Northern Ireland should make the most of its proximity to the EU

Belfast stands to gain from enhancing its unique position between London, Dublin and Brussels

Financial Times - Jan. 5

UK-EU youth mobility scheme key to better EU relations, says top diplomat

Germany’s ambassador to UK suggests Starmer will have to agree concessions in order to secure economic benefits. Keir Starmer’s effort to reset Britain’s relations with its European allies is ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

How to secure an acceptable deal for Ukraine

Pressure on Vladimir Putin and security guarantees for Kyiv are essential

Financial Times - Jan. 5

Filth and frolics - how pointy shoes once caused moral outrage in London

Shoes seen as demonic and vain were blamed for making men "effeminate" and bringing the plague to London.

BBC News - Jan. 5

Timing of HC interviews hinges on Vikings-Lions

The outcome of Sunday night's Vikings-Lions game will determine when Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn and Brian Flores can start interviewing for head coaching jobs.

ESPN - Jan. 4

Trump’s shadow looms over Hungary and Poland

Dealing with the next US administration will test Warsaw as it replaces Budapest in the EU’s rotating presidency

Financial Times - Jan. 4

Slovakia's Ukraine supporters demonstrate against Fico in Bratislava

Yahoo News - Jan. 4

Baerbock: EU will not fund the Islamization of Syria

Yahoo News - Jan. 4

Why Coffee Prices Are Soaring (Again)

Wholesale coffee prices are trading near a 50-year high because of shortages related to extreme weather and increased global demand.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Gold prices are climbing once again. What gold assets should I invest in now?

After weeks of price dips, the price of gold is on an upswing, so investing in certain assets could pay off.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Top EU diplomats visit ousted Assad regime's prison of horrors in Syria

The French and German foreign ministers are the most senior Western officials to visit Syria since longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels.

CBS News - Jan. 3

France's Barrot pledges support to Syria on visit to Damascus

Yahoo News - Jan. 3

EU foreign ministers visit Syria's notorious Sednaya prison

Yahoo News - Jan. 3

Congress, once again, is getting older

Congress is older, again, and baby boomers in the House and Senate are losing seats to Generation X and millennials.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Germany’s Hensoldt urges EU to follow US on local arms procurement

Radar maker says bloc can use existing laws to bypass free trade rules and boost region’s defence infrastructure

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Why supporters of South Korea’s impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol are flying US flags

The prominence of the US flag at conservative rallies reflects a complex intersection of religion, politics and identity that defines South Korea’s far-right movement. Live updates: investigators ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Orca who carried her dead calf for weeks in 2018 doing so once again

An endangered orca who carried her dead calf for over two weeks in 2018 is doing so once again following the death of her new calf.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Carter family expresses gratitude for 'outpouring of love and support'

The family of former President Carter expressed its gratitude for the global expressions of support as it grieves his death at the age of 100 on Sunday. “The outpouring of love and support we have ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Merz pushes for EU free trade deal with Trump’s US

German conservative leader predicted to be next chancellor rejects retaliatory tariffs

Financial Times - Jan. 2

Ohio updates election forms to support transgender candidates

The change followed the disqualification of a transgender woman who failed to list legal names used in the past five years on a petition.

The Hill - Jan. 2

My new year resolution? Abandon new year resolutions once and for all | Moira Donegan

There are few rituals I despise more than the annual January catalog of joyless, dutiful aspirations. This year, I’m saying no. As the Christmas lights flicker off across the country and gift wrap ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Psychiatrists Discovered Doing This Just Once a Month Cuts Your Risk of Depression in Half

Looking for an easy but impactful new year’s resolution? Do this once a month in 2025 and you’ll cut your risk of depression in half.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Quinn Ewers needed two throws to save Texas' season in the Peach Bowl and seal his legacy once and for all

When the season and his Texas career was on the line, Ewers delivered

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Why Did Ukraine Halt the Flow of Russia’s Natural Gas to Europe?

And why didn’t it cut off Russia’s natural gas earlier?

The New York Times - Jan. 1

EU, Japan enter new era of ties with strategic partnership

Yahoo News - Jan. 1

With Russia gaining ground and U.S. support uncertain, Ukraine faces a precarious year ahead

This year is shaping up to be a nail-biter for Ukraine.

NBC News - Jan. 1

Trump has a once-in a-century opportunity for change

Donald Trump will either grasp the opportunity history has thrust upon him to change the world for the better, or he will let it pass by and watch the downward slide into chaos continue. His ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban sale of disposable vapes

Products banned on health and environmental grounds, while Milan outlaws outdoor smoking . Belgium has become the EU first country to ban the sale of disposable vapes in an effort to stop young ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

Fate of endangered monkey hinges on Brazilian city’s planning policy

Pied tamarin has narrow range and is found only around borders of Manaus in the Amazon rainforest. The fate of one of the world’s most threatened primates will be on the line in the coming months ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1