The recent Finnish parliamentary elections have resulted in the ruling centre-right party suffering a defeat, with the Social Democrats emerging as the largest party. The Social Democrats secured 40 seats, followed by the anti-immigration Finns Party with 39. The Centre Party, which had been in power, won only 31 seats. The Green League ended fourth … Read more
French reforms: Macron refuses to give way as pension protests escalate Ahead of his appearance, he reportedly told representatives of his party at the Elysée Palace there would be no change of course. He ruled out a reshuffle of the government, a dissolution of parliament or any other dramatic move. France pension reform: Macron’s government … Read more
‘Solidarity’ with Gary Lineker: Reaction as BBC removes presenter The UK this week announced details of a new law that would prevent asylum seekers, who arrive in small boats from across the Channel, from claiming asylum. Support pours in for former England captain Gary Lineker, removed by BBC over tweets on UK government’s refugee policy. … Read more
Biden Makes Historic Visit to Wartime Ukraine While Biden’s presence provided practical value—he announced an aid package worth $500 million—the historic visit primarily served as a signal of Western resolve to help Ukraine see the fight through, just days before the one-year mark of Russia’s full-scale invasion of the country. Speaking at Mariinsky Palace, the … Read more
I don’t believe in conspiracies much, so Paludan acted of his free will, but this does not change the fact that it was a stupid act that helped Russian ambitions in the last analysis. Fascists increasingly use Western freedoms to pursue their political goals… Background: The burning of the Qur’an in Stockholm has sparked criticism … Read more
The last one is supposedly racist, but bad smells out there. Fascists also collaborate in a globalized world. The French police acted violently towards protesters who fought back in return. Paris Shooting Suspect Indicted on Charges of Murder With Racist Motive https://twitter.com/dlrdrk2/status/1607464832860819462?t=SGs-kFH_UCyBU1otQdWmig&s=03
Strange days in Europe… EU corruption scandal: MEP denies Qatar bribery after €1.5m seized BBC News | Europe | World Edition Eva Kaili, one of four suspects, is stripped of her role as vice-president of the European Parliament. Germany arrests 25 people accused of planning armed coup AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (IN DEPTH) The followers of … Read more
It’s a Girl (Fascist)! The Intercept by Natasha Lennard Brothers of Italy, alongside other far-right parties, last year voted down a bill that would have made violence against queer and trans people a hate crime. Giorgia Meloni, leader of Fratelli d’Italia, or Brothers of Italy, party during a press conference in Rome on Sept. 26, 2022. … Read more
Satellite Data Shows How Russia Has Destroyed Ukrainian Grain Wired Top Stories by Vittoria Elliott / The Russian blockade and bombardments are cutting off thousands of tons of grain, threatening the food supply in countries that rely on wheat exports. Euro hits new 20-year low after Russia halts gas supplies AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (IN DEPTH) The … Read more
King Charles to address nation as monarch for first time BBC News | Europe | World Edition / He greets some of the thousands of people gathered outside Buckingham Palace before heading inside. When your post doc finally ends pic.twitter.com/LZfD11nPNz — Gilp (@The_Gilp) September 8, 2022 Hevesim kaçtıktan sonra kabul olan dualarım pic.twitter.com/oxTYtYK36m — Betül (@betuull_b) … Read more
In pictures: Drought hits Europe’s rivers and crops BBC News | Europe | World Edition Weeks of baking heat have caused big problems for Europe’s food producers and river traffic. Europe’s drought the worst in 500 years – report Researchers say two-thirds of the continent is under some sort of drought warning. National Parties in … Read more
Heatwave: Forest fires continue in France BBC News | Europe | World Edition / French firefighters are working to keep wildfires in the south-west of the country under control. Heatwave: Wildfires spread across Europe BBC News | Europe | World Edition Our correspondents in Spain, Portugal and France report on the wildfires ablaze across the continent. … Read more
Europe heatwave: Thousands escape wildfires in France, Spain and Greece BBC News | Europe | World Edition / Residents and visitors flee towns and villages in France, Spain and Greece as high winds fan fires. Why is it so hot (in under 60 seconds)? A heatwave is sweeping across Europe and scorching temperatures are expected in … Read more
European Union passes landmark laws to rein in big tech The Social Software Weblog Today, after months of negotiations and procedural hurdles, the European Union has passed a pair of landmark bills Big Tech must deal with disinformation or face fines, says EU BBC News | Europe | World Edition Tighter EU rules will demand firms … Read more
‘A good day for Europe’: EU grants Ukraine candidate status AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (IN DEPTH) EU’s 27 nations unanimously voted for Ukraine candidate status in a moral victory for the war-torn country. Europe heatwave: Outdoor events banned in parts of France BBC News | Europe | World Edition France forced to import electricity as air-conditioners and … Read more