Europe – Page 131 – Prologue Journal

Shelling Kills 6 in Eastern Ukraine

New York Times The rest of the country, though, was largely spared from another consecutive night of large-scale Russian bombardment. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/world/europe/ukraine-russia-donetsk.html

Meghan Markle Funds Cesta Collective, Expanding Her Investments in Small Brands

New York Times At least when it comes to investing. The latest addition to her portfolio: the handbag brand Cesta Collective. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/style/meghan-markle-cesta-collective-bags-investments.html

Germany’s State Elections Are Likely to Reveal a Still-Divided Country

New York Times Closely watched elections in the former East Germany are likely to reveal a still-divided country and yield a worrying challenge to Berlin. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/world/europe/germany-state-elections-extremism.html

Venice Film Festival 2024: What to Watch For

New York Times “Joker: Folie à Deux,” with Joaquin Phoenix, and Pedro Almodóvar’s first English-language feature are on tap. Here are the questions we hope to answer. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/movies/venice-film-festival-what-to-watch.html

5 Family-Run Restaurants in La Rioja, Spain

New York Times A drive through rolling vineyards will take you to 5 family-run restaurants where you’ll find flavorful, affordable dishes you can linger over for hours. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/travel/spain-restaurants-la-rioja.html

Wednesday Briefing

New York Times Here’s what you need to know. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/briefing/trump-indictment-hostage-gaza.html

For Russia, Repelling Incursion Matters Less Than Advancing in Donbas

New York Times Despite its overwhelming firepower, Russia has been unable for weeks to push Ukrainian troops back across the border, with the failure as much the result of priorities as a lack of personnel. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/world/europe/russia-ukraine-incursion-war.html

With Hezbollah-Israel Conflict Contained, Stage May Be Set for Limited Iranian Retaliation

New York Times After weeks of bracing for retaliations that could spark a broader regional war, Hezbollah’s strikes on Israel indicate that Iran, like its Lebanese ally, is likely to choose a response that favors hemming in the risk of escalation. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/world/europe/hezbollah-iran-retaliation-israel-risk.html

Can Tech Executives Be Held Responsible for What Happens on Their Platforms?

New York Times The arrest of Pavel Durov, Telegram’s founder, as part of an investigation into illicit activities on the messaging app set off worries about the personal liability of tech executives. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/technology/durov-telegram-liability-platforms.html

Off Spain’s Coast, Orcas Ram a Sailboat

New York Times A pod of orcas damaged a boat and left its two-person crew stranded. It was the latest in a string of attacks that research suggests could be used for hunting practice. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/27/world/europe/spain-orcas-boat-ramming.html