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With Louvre Abu Dhabi, France displays new vision for global influenceThe grand opening of the French-branded museum in the midst of the Arab world allows France to retain a presence internationally through cultural means, even as its political and military influence ebbs.
Why Trump's efforts on North Korea aren't apt to win over PutinRussia and the US both want to see North Korea's nuclear ambitions constrained, but the Kremlin views Trump's hard line on Pyongyang as fruitless. And it is skeptical about Trump's recent, more diplomatic overtures.
First LookIn Germany, intersex is now an option on official recordsA German court ruled that there should now be a third option on birth certificates and official records for those who do not identify with either sex. The new category, inter/diverse, was created to help protect the聽personal rights and sexual identity of all citizens.聽
First LookTwenty EU countries to combine forces with new joint defense pactIn a post-Brexit European Union, EU countries commit to strengthening security by improving joint operations via a new defense pact agreement.
First LookFormer Catalan leader fights extradition, encourages European leaders to speak outCarles Puigdemont, ex-leader of Catalonia, urges European politicians to support secessionist leaders as these leaders are jailed by Spanish officials for allegedly acting on a plan to secede from the country.
First LookEU considers blacklisting 'Paradise Papers' tax havensThe European Union debates creating a blacklist of countries that do not cooperate on taxes. France urges the EU to consider cutting international funding of states that serve as tax havens.
First LookBelgian judge grants conditional freedom to Catalan FiveA Belgian judge ruled that the five central leaders including Catalonian president Carles Puigdemont who fled to Belgium before surrendering themselves to authorities have been granted conditional freedom pending their participation in the upcoming court proceedings.聽
Cover StoryOne family鈥檚 divergent views of the Bolshevik revolution tell a tale of Russia鈥檚 complicated past 鈥� and presentAs the world prepares to mark that seminal moment of the 20th century,聽perspectives on the consequences and costs to Russia of that earthshaking event are deeply complicated.聽Such splits are everywhere 鈥� in opinion polls, at family dinner tables, in the commentary of guides at history exhibits in the capital.
In Italy, migrant welcome coolsIn Italy, a country traditionally tolerant of immigrants, the public mood has shifted against them. That has prompted the government to take a harder line in a bid to stem the rise of right wing, anti-Muslim parties ahead of national elections.
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.