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Sweden revives military draft, eyeing resurgent RussiaConscription was gradually watered down after the collapse of the Soviet Union, but聽a resurgent Russia and tensions over the conflict in Ukraine have left politicians on both sides of the aisle looking to boost military capability.
First LookAs Brexit deadline looms, House of Lords votes to secure EU citizens' rightsIneligible to vote in the June 23 Brexit referendum, the 3 million Europeans living in the United Kingdom could stand to lose the most when Britain leaves the European Union.
First LookFountains of lava spray from Italy's Mount EtnaThe lava fountains from Mount Etna's latest eruption can be seen for miles.
In Ukraine, blockade threatens to force issue at heart of civil warCoal shipments from rebel regions and bound for Ukrainian power stations have been halted for a month by armed men beyond the control of President Poroshenko and Russian-backed rebels. The aim may be to build momentum toward a breakup.
Making McHistory? Businesses step up to preserve Rome's antiquities.This week, a McDonald's outside Rome opened a two-millennia-old road to the public, after discovering it at the restaurant site and investing in its excavation. It's just the latest instance of corporations helping preserve ancient sites.
First LookObama for president 鈥� of France?A grassroots campaign is seeking a million signatures to draft the former US president to run for president of France.
Museum or church? St. Isaac's becomes bone of contention in RussiaThe governor of St. Petersburg announced last month that the city would return the iconic cathedral 鈥� which has served as a museum since the Soviet years 鈥� to the Russian Orthodox Church. Locals are not happy with the decision.
First LookCressida Dick becomes Scotland Yard鈥檚 first female top copMs. Dick is known as an experienced and widely respected figure among colleagues, though the shooting of a Brazilian electrician in a bungled counterterrorism operation remains a stain on her record.
First LookUK Supreme Court: lawful to have income test to bring foreign spousesThe British Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled to uphold a minimum-income threshold for people wanting to bring foreign spouses to the country.聽
First LookUN envoys pay tribute after passing of Russia鈥檚 Vitaly Churkin. Who was he?Mr. Churkin, whose decades-long career concluded as Russia's envoy to the United Nations, was remembered for being not only a fierce champion of Russian policy, but a personable colleague.
What does Trump's claim about migrant crime tell us about Sweden?President Trump's reference to Sweden during a Florida rally has drawn mockery from some corners of the internet. But a growing far-right base in Sweden has expressed such concerns.
Does more homework yield a smarter kid? In Spain, many have doubts.Some Spaniards have boycotted weekend homework. Many are expressing concerns about the impact of excessive homework 鈥� from aggravating inequalities to stealing away precious family time.
After millions sign petitions, British lawmakers debate Trump's state visitBritish Parliament debated two petitions Monday: one calling to rescind a state visit invitation extended to President Trump, and another urging them to keep the plans. 聽
Bouche 脿 Oreille: Michelin mixup makes modest French caf茅 a starThe cheerful eatery in Bourges shares a name with an upscale Paris restaurant, leading to the confusion. Though both chefs laughed it off, French dining remains a serious matter for many.
Why 160,000 protesters in Barcelona want Spain to welcome more refugeesAt least 160,000 protesters marched from the city center to the Mediterranean coast, demanding the conservative government stop dragging its feet on the issue.聽
First LookCan Tony Blair stop Brexit?Speaking at an Open Britain event on Friday, former prime minister Tony Blair called for pro-EU Britons to 'rise up in defense of what we believe.'聽
Far-right populism marches across Europe 鈥� but not in Iberia. Why not?Right-wing extremist parties have seen increasing support across the continent, from France to Finland. But Spain and Portugal have bucked the trend.
Amid global unrest, Germany rethinks its security 鈥� and its place in the worldThere is a growing acceptance among Germans about increasing spending on defense, greater surveillance, or tougher policing 鈥� and even a confidence about Germany鈥檚 stepping into a leadership role in its own.
First LookWhat crisis? Moscow plays it cool on Flynn鈥檚 firing, missile launch, and campaign allegationsAs allegations fly about improper contact between the Trump team and Russia, Moscow remains carefully neutral. The possibility of improved relations between the two countries may be at stake.
Once in search of life-long jobs, Spaniards begin to catch start-up spiritPublic sector employment has long been the holy grail of Spanish employment, thanks to the stability such jobs offered. But in today's more uncertain, post-crisis atmosphere, entrepreneurs are finding new success.
