All Europe
Baby laid to rest in France amid anti-Roma controversyThe Roma baby was buried today in Wissous, after the mayor of Champlan, her hometown, allegedly said its cemetery was reserved for 'taxpayers.'
France reclaims 'entrepreneur' roots with leading number of start-ups in EuropeProtests against Uber or court cases against Google notwithstanding, start-ups are thriving in France, which ranks second globally among start-ups represented at this week's聽Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Greece again threatens to exit eurozone 鈥� and Europe shrugsGreece's upcoming elections could bring in a government that would leave the euro. But unlike two years ago, European leaders no longer view the possibility as a threat to the eurozone.
Newest challenge for Europe's refugee crisis: crewless migrant shipsA ship carrying hundreds of refugees was rescued today off the coast of Italy, after its crew abandoned it. It was the second such incident this week, suggesting a foreboding new stage of an influx of migrants to Europe.
From Putin to the pope: Europe's year in review2015 is likely to have more in common with 2014 than Europeans may want, with tensions over Ukraine, sanctions, and worries about Islamic extremism in little danger of dissipating.
Anti-Putin crusader Alexi Navalny arrested at rally after sentencingThe anti-government rally followed a Moscow court's verdict earlier Tuesday in which Navalny brother, but not him, was sentenced to three and a half years in prison on criminal fraud charges.
Trouble ahead? Europe winces as Greece fails to find a president.The resulting snap election could see a win by the far-left Syriza party. Many worry its anti-austerity stance could set off a fresh eurozone crisis.
Ukraine's Greek Catholic Church looks to boost sway 鈥� by equipping militaryThe church, a minority faith in largely Orthodox Ukraine, has a long history of guarding the country's identity and independence. Now, it is doing so directly, by supplying ammo, medical kits, and armor to soldiers fighting in the east.
Left behind in Romania, emigr茅s' kids find ways to blossomThough media reports often portray children of parents working abroad as 'at risk,' the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network found that the truth is more complex 鈥� and some children thrive despite the challenges.
Russia's ruble crisis: What's at stake for European businessesCompanies in Poland are wary of a recession in Russia and a downturn in trade and tourism. But Europe is probably less exposed than in 1998 when Russia defaulted on its sovereign debt.聽
What's French for Scrooge? Christmas spirit sags in 'City of Lights.'A majority of French say they're not looking forward to Christmas this year and complain that it's too commercial. A spate of random attacks on crowds in recent days has added to the holiday gloom.聽
Terror sans terrorists? Lone-wolf attacks roil FranceAuthorities are treating two incidents as common criminality but haven't ruled out a political motivation in the third. France is on alert over returning fighters from Syria and Iraq.聽
Dresden's anti-Islam protests: Rooted in Germany's East-West divide?PEGIDA marchers, some 17,500 of whom took to the street in Dresden tonight, claim that Islam threatens Germany. But their anger may stem in large part from issues held over from reunification.
For many Spaniards, Princess Cristina's trial date is welcome newsCorruption remains endemic in Spain, a fact that angers many Spaniards. So the confirmation of a trial for a figure as elite as the king's sister is seen as a big step.
Ukraine's blockade on breakaway east forces tough choices on rebelsIn self-styled 'people's republics' in eastern Ukraine the arrival of winter means hardship for civilians as coal and food are in short supply. More than 1,000 people have died since a Sept. 5 cease-fire was signed by Russia and Ukraine.
Putin: Russia just has to tough out economic stormIn his annual press conference, the Russian president set a clear tone over the country's ruble and oil woes: The Russian 'bear' needs to evade the (Western) hunters, and trust only in itself.
How much does US-Cuba thaw owe to Pope Francis?Both Raul Castro and Obama credited the pontiff for his role in facilitating talks between the long-antagonistic nations. But yesterday's announcement built on years of effort by the Vatican.
Is Europe really making things better for Palestinians?A European court's ruling that Hamas was incorrectly listed as a terrorist organization may look like a win for the group. But, like the various European votes to recognize a Palestinian state, it may change little.
Can Putin convince Russians to rally in face of new sanctions?President Obama is likely to sign off on new sanctions targeting oil and arms exports. Sanctions have helped drive down the ruble, which has lost half its value this year.
A mom sues France for letting her son go to Syria 鈥� and she might winThe mother claims that French authorities failed to stop her 16-year-old son from joining jihadis in Syria. While it would be tough to argue in a US court, French lawyers say that she's got a case.