Europe – Page 12 – Prologue Journal

Volkswagen and Rivian Form Joint Venture, Deepening Alliance

New York Times The new agreement builds on an earlier announcement in which the German automaker said it would invest up to $5 billion in Rivian, a maker of electric vehicles. The new venture brings them closer. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/business/volkswagen-rivian-electric-vehicles.html

The UK’s Award-Winning Centenary Building May be Reduced to Rubble

New York Times A building, once celebrated for its innovation, is deemed obsolete. Those trying to save it ask what its demolition means for British architecture. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/centenary-building-salford-manchester.html

A Former Harrods Employee Accuses Al-Fayed of Trafficking and Says His Brother Knew

New York Times In a U.S. court filing, a former employee says she was trafficked, raped and abused when Mohamed al-Fayed owned Harrods, and that his brother Ali may have evidence of the abuse. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/fayed-harrods-sexual-assault.html

Germany Will Hold Snap Election in February

New York Times 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. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/german-lawmakers-election-scholz.html

Its Birthrate Falling, Russia Targets Child-Free Lifestyles

New York Times The country’s lower house of Parliament passed a law that would ban what it calls “propaganda” discouraging Russians from having children. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/russia-child-free-lifestyles.html

Frank Auerbach, One of Britain’s Most Celebrated Artists, Dies at 93

New York Times Known for his unyielding seven-day-a-week work schedule, he returned again and again to the same models and London street scenes. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/arts/frank-auerbach-dead.html

Italian City in Amanda Knox Case Wants to Move On. A New Series Won’t Let It.

New York Times When a show produced by Ms. Knox about the murder of Meredith Kercher was filmed in Perugia, an outcry by residents led the mayor to apologize. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/amanda-knox-perugia-italy.html

Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns Over U.K. Church Abuse Scandal

New York Times Justin Welby, the leader of 85 million Anglicans worldwide, announced his resignation days after a report found he had taken insufficient action over claims of abuse. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/archbishop-of-canterbury-resigns-over-uk-church-abuse-scandal.html

Russian Doctor, Accused of Antiwar Stance, Is Jailed After Child’s Testimony

New York Times The mother of a 7-year-old boy accused the Moscow pediatrician, Nadezhda Buyanova, of telling him that his father’s death while fighting in Ukraine was justified. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/russia-ukraine-war-doctor-prison.html

Russia and Iran Vie for Influence in the Caucasus Region

New York Times In the volatile Caucasus region, Russia and Iran, often seen as united in their aims, are vying to secure trade routes and influence. That leaves Western countries facing an unusual dilemma. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/armenia-azerbaijan-russia-iran-cop.html