Europe – Page 45 – Prologue Journal

Travel 2025: European Travel May Include Train Trips, Stargazing and ‘Detour Destinations’

New York Times Astrotourism, side-trips from crowded destinations, vacations in cooler places and a strong interest in train travel will all be in play in the year ahead. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/22/travel/2025-travel-trends-europe.html

As Trump Takes Office, Zelensky Urges Europe to Stand Firm Against Russia

New York Times Speaking a day after Trump’s inauguration, Ukraine’s president told world leaders at Davos that Europe needs to remain united and “learn how to take care of itself.” https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/world/europe/ukraine-zelensky-us-europe.html

Joel Paley, Writer of ‘Ruthless,’ an Off Broadway Hit, Dies at 69

New York Times The show, with music by Marvin Laird, portrayed a schoolgirl’s murderous theatrical ambition. Paley also performed in the parody dance group Les Ballets Trockadero. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/theater/joel-paley-dead.html

Europe Braces for a New Trump Era, Uncertain About What It Means

New York Times President Trump appears willing to shake up almost every policy area, and a behind-the-scenes E.U. task force has been trying to prepare. But is Europe ready? https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/world/europe/trump-eu-policy.html

Ukraine Detains Commanders Amid Setbacks on the Front

New York Times Two generals and a colonel blamed for the loss of territory in eastern Ukraine to Russian forces last year have been held, the country’s security service said. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/world/europe/ukraine-commanders-detained.html

Start of Prince Harry’s Trial Against Murdoch’s U.K. Tabloids Is Delayed

New York Times The case represents the last major legal reckoning for victims and perpetrators of the phone hacking scandal that tarnished Britain’s news media more than a decade ago. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/world/europe/prince-harry-trial-delay.html

U.K. May Change Terrorism Law After Southport Attack, Starmer Says

New York Times After a teenager admitted murdering three girls at a dance class, Keir Starmer said people were being radicalized into violence for its own sake and terrorism laws might need to change. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/world/europe/uk-terrorism-law-southport-attack-starmer.html

Southport Killer Had ‘Sickening and Sustained Interest’ in Violence, U.K. Officials Say

New York Times Axel Rudakubana, who killed three young girls in the Southport attack, appeared to have no particular ideology but was obsessed by death and genocide, investigators said. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/world/europe/uk-southport-axel-rudakubana-stabbing-violence.html

Specialty Coffee Shops and Parisian Cafes

New York Times The city’s traditional cafes and bistros are staking out their cultural territory in an emerging duel against highly caffeinated upstarts serving up latte art. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/travel/paris-coffee-shops-bistro.html

At Least 10 Are Killed in Fire at Ski Resort in Turkey

New York Times The blaze broke out overnight at a popular ski resort during a school break when many families head to the slopes. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/world/europe/turkey-ski-resort-fire.html