Europe – Page 316 – Prologue Journal

Navalny’s Heirs Seek a Political Future in Russia

New York Times Aleksei Navalny’s team has found a new leader in the opposition leader’s widow, Yulia Navalnaya. But Navalny’s death has so far brought little change to their insular tactics. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/09/world/europe/yulia-navalnaya-russia-putin.html

BMW Is a Surprise Winner in Electric Vehicles

New York Times Once considered a laggard, the German luxury carmaker is one of only a few established automakers that has been able to compete effectively against Tesla. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/09/business/bmw-electric-vehicles.html

‘You Can Hear a Pin Drop’: The Rise of Super Strict Schools in England

New York Times Inspired by the academic success of schools like the Michaela secondary school in northwest London, some principals are introducing tight controls on students’ behavior. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/09/world/europe/uk-strict-schools.html

Macron and Scholz Spar Over Policy on Ukraine and Russia

New York Times A fraught relationship has recently turned bitter, with insults and barbs threatening European unity at a critical moment. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/09/world/europe/macron-scholz-russia-ukraine-aid.html

‘You Can Hear a Pin Drop’: The Rise of Super Strict Schools in England

New York-Style Bagels Are Making It Big in London

New York Times Bakeries selling big, doughy bagels have opened to rave reviews in Britain, but some traditionalists are standing by the London “beigel.” https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/08/world/europe/new-york-bagels-london-beigel.html

Liverpool-Manchester City: Rodri Is the Premier League’s Best Player

New York Times Rodri’s genius is not in making things happen. He is employed by Manchester City, at least in part, to make sure they do not. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/08/world/europe/liverpool-manchester-city-rodri.html

Theresa May, Former U.K. Prime Minister, Won’t Stand in Next Election

New York Times The veteran Conservative Party lawmaker, whose time as leader was plagued by Brexit turmoil, said she would step down after 27 years in Parliament. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/08/world/europe/uk-theresa-may.html

Dominique Blanc, at 67, Is in Her Prime

New York Times After roles dried up, Dominique Blanc reclaimed her artistic agency by taking a one-woman play on the road. Now she’s making a rare appearance in Manhattan. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/08/theater/dominique-blanc.html

The I.C.C. Arrest Warrants for Russian Officers Will Echo Beyond Russia.

New York Times The warrants for two commanders over alleged war crimes may set an interesting precedent, legal experts said, including for the conflict in Gaza. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/08/world/europe/icc-arrest-warrants-russia-war-crimes.html