Europe – Page 155 – Prologue Journal

Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer Clash in U.K. Election Debate

New York Times Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, fighting to narrow a substantial polling gap, adopted an aggressive approach against his Labour Party opponent, Keir Starmer. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/world/europe/sunak-starmer-britain-prime-minister-debate.html

Rob Burrow, Rugby Star and A.L.S. Campaigner, Dies at 41

New York Times The “Mighty Atom” enjoyed a glittering professional career in Britain before gaining more acclaim for his charity efforts after a diagnosis of motor neuron disease. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/sports/rob-burrow-dead.html

Nonny Hogrogian Dies at 92; Infused Her Illustrations With Old-World Wonder

New York Times A two-time Caldecott Medal winner, she brought multiculturalism to children’s books by drawing on her Armenian heritage. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/books/nonny-hogrogian-dead.html

Ukraine Strikes Into Russia With Western Weapons, Official Says

New York Times The official said Ukraine had destroyed missile launchers in the Russian region of Belgorod using an American-made rocket system. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/world/europe/ukraine-strikes-russia-western-weapons.html

Global Hot Spots Take Aim at Overtourism

New York Times From Barcelona to Bali, higher fees and new rules are targeting overtourism and unruly behavior. Some locals are worried the changes will keep tourists away. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/travel/global-overtourism-fees-rules.html

Paris Olympics: What Restaurants and Shops Will Be Open and Closed

New York Times With millions of visitors expected in the city, restaurant and shop owners are hoping they made the right decision to forgo their cherished annual vacations. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/travel/paris-olympics-restaurants-shops-closures.html

Tuesday Briefing

New York Times Mexico’s new president. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/briefing/elections-mexico-india.html

Meet the Man Everyone Trusts on U.K. Election Nights: John Curtice

New York Times Prof. John Curtice, a polling guru with a formidable intellect and an infectious smile, has contributed to Britain’s TV election coverage since 1979. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/world/europe/uk-election-john-curtice-exit-poll.html

Before a Debate, the U.K. Election Campaign Just Got Messier

New York Times The surprise candidacy of Nigel Farage, a Trump ally and architect of Brexit, unsettled a stagnant campaign before a first TV debate Tuesday night. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/world/europe/uk-election-debate-sunak-starmer-farage.html

Brexit Champion Nigel Farage Will Run in U.K. Election

New York Times Nigel Farage, an anti-immigration campaigner and Trump ally, reversed a pledge not to run. His Reform U.K. party hopes to take seats from Conservatives. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/03/world/europe/nigel-farage-uk-parliament.html