Europe – Page 523 – Prologue Journal

Germans Protect Memorials to Soviet Troops Who Defeated Nazis

New York Times Such monuments have been toppled across Eastern Europe, particularly since Russia invaded Ukraine. But in Germany, they are seen as a way to honor Nazi victims and grapple with history. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/28/world/europe/germany-soviet-war-monuments.html

6 British Castles Where You Can Stay for as Little as $230 a Night

New York Times As the coronation of King Charles III unfolds in London, you can get your own taste of nearly 1,000 years of pomp and lore for as little as $230 a night. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/28/travel/castles-coronation-britain.html

Pope Returns to Hungary, to Delight of Viktor Orban

New York Times Francis wants to “re-embrace” Hungarian Christians, but some worry the visit gives political cover to the country’s leader, who is on the opposite side of nearly every issue important to the pontiff. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/28/world/europe/pope-francis-hungary.html

Your Friday Briefing

New York Times Dark projections for Russia’s energy industry. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/28/briefing/russia-gas-khartoum-europe.html

Macron Honors Toussaint Louverture, Haitian Revolutionary

New York Times The French president paid tribute to Toussaint Louverture, the leader of the Haitian Revolution, but said nothing about the lingering effects of France’s slaving past. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/27/world/europe/macron-toussaint-louverture-speech.html

It’s OK to Be Single, the Church of England Says: So Was Jesus.

New York Times In a new report, a church commission looking at families and households called on society to “honor and celebrate singleness.” https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/27/world/europe/church-england-jesus-single.html

Ukrainian Troops Repel Russian Attacks, and Hope Western Arms Turn the Tide

New York Times Fierce fighting has yielded heavy casualties but little movement. Ukrainian forces need heavy weapons to change that, but they say it is no guarantee. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/27/world/europe/ukraine-russia-battlefield-vuhledar.html

Nazi Cloud Hangs Over One of the Largest Jewelry Sales in History

New York Times The gems in Christie’s huge sale next week come from the estate of a woman whose husband bought businesses from Jews pressured to sell because of Nazi persecution. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/27/arts/design/heidi-horten-jewelry-christies-nazi-era.html

Artist of Black Portraiture Leads Turner Prize Shortlist

New York Times The nominees for the prestigious art award also include a sculptor, a humorous installation artist and a filmmaker whose work explored the impact of the pandemic. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/27/arts/design/turner-prize-shortlist.html

Heat Pump Maker in Germany Agrees to U.S. Deal, but Berlin Has Questions

New York Times Carrier Global Corp., plans to acquire a unit of Viessmann Group that produces heat pumps, seen in Berlin as the heating solution for Germany’s green future. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/26/world/europe/germany-review-viessmann-carrier-heat-pumps.html