Europe – Page 63 – Prologue Journal

Russia Launches Missiles Against Ukraine’s Capital

New York Times The attack ended a two-month pause in missile strikes on Kyiv, which had only been hit by Russian drones during that period. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/13/world/europe/russia-launches-missiles-against-ukraines-capital.html

2,100 Fakes Rounded Up in Art Forgeries Bust

New York Times Italian officials said they had dismantled a Europe-wide network of forgers and dealers selling works purported to be by A-list artists, mostly through auction houses. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/13/world/europe/italy-art-forgeries.html

Traveling for a Cuddle, or More, at European Sex Parties

New York Times Since the connection-starved pandemic era, the tourism industry has embraced the sexual wellness trend. Now the international sex party scene is booming. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/13/travel/european-sex-parties.html

U.K. Plans to Fine Tech Executives for Illegal Weapon Sales Online

New York Times In a bid to curb knife crime, the government would hold officials of tech companies personally liable for illicit sales on their platforms, a significant shift in internet regulation. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/13/world/europe/uk-tech-fines-knives.html

Wednesday Briefing

New York Times Donald Trump’s new appointments. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/13/briefing/trump-gaza-justin-welby.html

Samantha Harvey’s ‘Orbital’ Wins Booker Prize

New York Times Most bets were on Percival Everett’s “James,” but the judges chose Harvey’s “beautiful, miraculous” novel, which is set aboard a space station. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/arts/booker-prize-winner-orbital-samantha-harvey.html

Volkswagen and Rivian Form Joint Venture, Deepening Alliance

New York Times The new agreement builds on an earlier announcement in which the German automaker said it would invest up to $5 billion in Rivian, a maker of electric vehicles. The new venture brings them closer. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/business/volkswagen-rivian-electric-vehicles.html

The UK’s Award-Winning Centenary Building May be Reduced to Rubble

New York Times A building, once celebrated for its innovation, is deemed obsolete. Those trying to save it ask what its demolition means for British architecture. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/centenary-building-salford-manchester.html

A Former Harrods Employee Accuses Al-Fayed of Trafficking and Says His Brother Knew

New York Times In a U.S. court filing, a former employee says she was trafficked, raped and abused when Mohamed al-Fayed owned Harrods, and that his brother Ali may have evidence of the abuse. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/fayed-harrods-sexual-assault.html

Germany Will Hold Snap Election in February

New York Times After the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s governing coalition, the balloting will be held on Feb. 23, about seven months before it had been scheduled. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/12/world/europe/german-lawmakers-election-scholz.html