Category: Europe
Pope Names 21 New Cardinals, Reaching Far Beyond Europe
New York Times The appointments cement Francis’ imprint on the group that will choose his successor, and reflect his vision of a more truly global Roman Catholic Church. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/06/world/europe/pope-francis-cardinals.html
Read MoreU.K. Prime Minister’s Chief of Staff, Sue Gray, Resigns
New York Times Ms. Gray, chief of staff to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, said she was stepping down after sustained news media attention over her pay and status. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/06/world/europe/uk-pm-sue-gray-resigns.html
Read MoreShip in Need of Repairs Has Explosive Cargo, but No Dock
New York Times The MV Ruby has meandered around Europe’s northwestern coastline under a cloud of suspicion over its thousands of tons of Russian fertilizer. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/06/world/europe/ship-explosives.html
Read MoreAs War in Ukraine Drags On, Dogs Offer Comfort
New York Times Dog ownership has surged over the past two years as people seek companionship. In Kyiv, Yorkies, poodles and bichons frisés now rule the streets. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/06/world/europe/ukraine-war-dogs.html
Read MoreUkraine’s Donbas Strategy: Retreat Slowly and Maximize Russian Losses
New York Times The idea is to use rope-a-dope tactics, letting Russian forces pound away until they have exhausted themselves. It’s far from clear if the Ukrainian strategy will succeed. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/05/world/europe/ukraine-donbas-strategy-russia-war.html
Read MoreHow a Nuclear Plant Is Dividing a Community in Poland
New York Times A plan to place American-made reactors on a picturesque coastline has broad support in Poland — and in Washington — but the geopolitical calculations have run into local opposition. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/05/world/europe/poland-nuclear-plant.html
Read MoreShock in French Court Shown Videos of Men Accused of Raping Drugged Woman
New York Times Gisèle Pelicot fought for the graphic videos made by her husband to be shown publicly in court, insisting they were essential evidence in a rape case against him and 50 other men. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/04/world/europe/france-rape-trial-pelicot-videos.html
Read MoreChampions League’s New Format Creates a New Reality
New York Times This year more than ever is showing that the competition means different things to different clubs. And that’s a good thing. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/04/world/europe/champions-league.html
Read MoreGender Identity Changes Must Be Recognized Across E.U. Borders, Court Rules
New York Times A man who changed his name and gender identity in Britain successfully challenged to have them legally recognized by Romania. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/04/world/europe/eu-court-gender-identity-transgender.html
Read MoreAt Least 14 Die as Floods Sweep Through Bosnia and Other Balkan States
New York Times A severe overnight rainstorm left several towns and villages flooded. Record summer temperatures caused a drought that hampered the absorption of floodwaters. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/04/world/europe/bosnia-flooding-balkans.html
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