All Europe
The Explainer'Brexit': what's happened, what's nextNegotiators are meeting each month and already appear to be working against the clock. Even the broad outlines of Britain's planned exit from the European Union are still unclear.
First LookBritish defense secretary steps down after sexual harassment allegationsIn the wake of the Harvey Weinstein scandal, Michael Fallon resigns after being accused of sexual harassment. As allegations against members of British parliament increase, Prime Minister Theresa May calls for a change in political culture.
Russia's independent media cite intimidation as the new censorshipBeing a journalist has never been easy in Russia. Three hundred reporters have been killed since the Soviet Union collapsed. But a new climate of fear is forcing liberal opposition journalists to flee the country.
Catalans find European status quo means 'States Rule'Catalonia's breakaway president is seeking European Union support for his independence bid. He is not going to find it; EU leaders are rallying round the established order.
First LookFrance ends state of emergency, introduces new security legislationFrance is ending its two-year state of emergency聽following the Paris terror attacks, but under new anti-terrorism laws police will retain expanded power. Critics worry that civil liberties are at risk although 80 percent of the public supported the bill.聽
In Britain, families fear post-Brexit futureIf you live in Britain and marry someone from outside the European Union, you have to earn a decent wage to be allowed to bring your spouse to join you. Now Brexit threatens to make that the case no matter where your bride or groom comes from.
First LookItaly pairs child migrants with 'guardians' to aid transition processA new program in Italy is connecting adults with unaccompanied child migrants to help them enroll聽in school, apply for healthcare and gain legal status. Participants and organizers say that beyond practical guidance, the emotional support is making a difference for the children.聽
Across Spain, tough questions about what binds a nationThe Monitor asked an array of Spaniards to weigh in on the showdown over Catalonia's bid for independence from Spain.
On Reformation's 500th anniversary, a German town buzzes with 'Luther mania'A visit to Wittenberg is about more than Martin Luther and the creed that split the 海角大神 world.聽It sheds light on German thinking about politics, values, traditions 鈥� and language.聽
First LookSpain dissolves Catalonia's governmentAfter Catalonia's lawmakers declared independence on Friday, Spain responded swiftly to stop聽the wealthy region's聽secession, calling it illegal.
As Madrid and Catalonia argue, Spaniards ask, 'What about our say?'Spaniards are generally opposed to Catalonia's attempt to declare independence from Spain, but also are not happy with how the central government has handled the situation. And they feel that they aren't being heard on an issue that involves them.
First LookEuropean Central Bank cautiously emerges from the shadow of its financial crisisAs debt crises ease in Europe, the European Central Bank plans to slowly withdraw from its stimulus program and buy fewer bonds in coming months.
Opera in the living room: an old tradition sees restoration in ItalyOpera is a serious pastime in the birthplace of world famous composer Verdi. But to increase accessibility, performances are being held in private homes.
First LookItaly uses Anne Frank's diary to combat anti-Semitism at sports gamesAfter anti-Semitic stickers were strewn around Italian soccer club Lazio's stadium, the team and the Italian soccer federation are taking steps to combat racism and anti-Semitism at games, including reading a passage aloud from Anne Frank's diary before matches.
With celeb-journalist's candidacy, stage is set for Putin's 2018 reelectionLast week, journalist Ksenia Sobchak threw her hat into the ring for Russia's upcoming election. Experts say that while her candidacy is likely sincere, it fills a desired role in the campaign that Vladimir Putin is all but certain to win.
First LookPortuguese government promises aid and effort toward wildfire preventionProtesters filled a square in the nation's capital after a summer of deadly fires as the Portuguese government promises more than $470 million in aid, which will include the reconstruction of devastated areas.
First LookAmid business departures, London mayor pushes for a Brexit transition dealMayor Sadiq Khan warns that international companies will follow through on their promises to take their business elsewhere if a Brexit transition deal is not agreed to soon.
First LookFrance reevaluates its culture of romance in wake of allegations against WeinsteinThe Harvey Weinstein scandal, which sparked the #squealonyourpig campaign in France, pushes French lawmakers to consider cracking down on sexual harassment.
Moscow gets a much needed facelift. But is it worth the cost?Russia's capital is finally seeing the fruits of its 3-year, $2 billion beautification campaign 鈥� and the results are impressive. But critics still abound, arguing that the public was underconsulted and the project overpriced.
First LookEU leaders to reaffirm support for Iran nuclear deal even as US reconsidersPresident Trump has given Congress 60 days to review economic sanctions on Iran. If the US walks away from the deal, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said he would 'shred' it.
