All Europe
Bulgaria gay parade peaceful, despite provocationsA gay pride march in the Bulgarian capital Sofia stayed peaceful Saturday, but homosexuality remains a sensitive issue across the Balkans.
How much did German Chancellor Merkel give up at euro summit?The once-unmovable Chancellor Merkel agreed to a bailout fund for struggling eurozone members, saying she did not bow to pressure. Headlines in Germany portray it differently.
Germany forfeits to Spain and Italy, agreeing to loan directly to banksAfter weeks of refusing to yield, German Chancellor Angela Merkel agreed to allow eurozone bailout funds to be used to recapitalize struggling banks.聽
What is Russia thinking on Syria? A brief guide As the crisis in Syria collapses into what looks like full-blown civil war, Russia's response stems from a complicated mix of principle, self-interest, mistrust of Western motives, and differing perceptions of the situation.- KGB vs. KGB: Putin's crackdown extends to old comradesArrests and intimidation of political opponents of Russian President Vladimir Putin have been on the upswing recently, extending even to a former KGB comrade of the Russian leader.
Germany vs. Italy: At eurozone meeting, the battle is over urgent actionAs Europe's leaders meet in Brussels today, Germany is pushing hard for long-term reform. But Italy PM Monti says Europe faces disaster if high borrowing costs aren't addressed quickly.
Wimbledon 101: What you need to know A short look at some interesting facts and figures on the British tennis championships.
Merkel, Hollande sup on eve of monumental EU summitFrench President Fran莽ois Hollande and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have emerged as the representatives of the two opposing camps, both trying to solve the eurozone crisis.聽
Historic handshake between British queen and Irish republicanThe meeting between Queen Elizabeth and longtime republican and Northern Irish Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness is a 'hugely significant step,' say commentators.
After 15 years, Aung Sun Suu Kyi and Nazi resistance figure Hessel finally meetFrench intellectual St茅phane Hessel, a former Nazi resistance figure, will meet Aung Sun Suu Kyi tomorrow as she concludes a tour of Europe. He talks to the Monitor about what this means to him.
Israel and Russia: Trade and restive Arab world outweigh differences on IranAs Russian President Vladimir Putin visits Israel, burgeoning technology cooperation and a shared concern about Islamic extremism seem to be overtaking a history of poor relations.
Modern city rises up out of Siberia's oil-rich peat bogsThe 'national district' of聽Khanti-Mansiysk, located in remote western Siberia, illustrates an ambitious effort by the Kremlin to modernize Soviet-era outposts, often with local oil revenue.
Italy's modern-day conqueror falters under weight of eurozone crisisMario Monti, who was heralded as the answer to Italy's myriad problems when he was appointed to the presidency, has run into endless obstacles, and public confidence in him is waning.
With Germany finally on board, EU can now go beyond just cutsAfter weeks of pressure from other EU members, German Chancellor Merkel relented on her austerity-only prescription and acquiesced to a stimulus package for the eurozone crisis.
Stranger than fiction: Germany-Greece eurocrisis invades the soccer pitchThe political loggerheads between Germany and Greece have defined the European financial crisis. Now, the struggle hits the soccer field in Friday's Euro 2012 quarterfinal.
Why Assange's bid for Ecuador asylum may dismay supportersWikiLeaks founder Julian Assange took refuge in the Ecuadorian embassy in London Tuesday. Ecuador says it expects today to decided if it will grant his asylum request.
Greeks get a government, but Europe needs confidenceThe G-20 ended with growing global pressure on German chancellor Angela Merkel to work toward a long-term solution for Europe's sinking economies.- Reintroduced bears flourish in Italy, but feed on livestockThe reintroduction of brown bears to Italy's Dolomite Mountains is one of Europe's greatest conservation successes, but locals with dead livestock are not happy.
With elections behind them, Greece goes to bat with GermanyGreece's emerging government is expected to ask for more time to implement austerity measures. Germany is saying no. One side will have to back down.
Psychiatrists: Breivik was sane during Norway attacksTwo forensic psychiatrists finished their testimony today, arguing that Anders Behring Breivik did not suffer any psychosis when he prepared and launched his terror attacks last July.
