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Climate activists too radical? They point to suffragettes as a comparison.Activists are taking radical steps, like gluing themselves to streets, to draw attention to the climate crisis. Such acts, if unpopular, fall in line with earlier, violent moral crusaders like British suffragettes.
First LookWho is responsible? Greece faces hard questions after train wreck.Rail strikes have halted national rail services in Greece after a deadly crash killed nearly 60 people. Family members are assisting in the search for missing relatives. Officials say the crash will lead to a full safety overhaul of the country鈥檚 rail system.聽
First LookYes, we have no tomatoes today. Britain faces salad shortage.For the past few weeks, Britain has experienced a shortage of fresh vegetables. The problem seems to be unique to the United Kingdom, leading some to wonder if Brexit is to blame.
Will exiled Kurds pay price of Sweden鈥檚 NATO entry?Turkey holds the key to Sweden's application to join NATO. Ankara's demands that Stockholm drop its support for Kurdish independence groups is worrying Kurdish exiles.
A life in Europe? Ukrainian refugees weigh alternatives to going home.For those who fled war in Ukraine to Europe, it鈥檚 been a long time away from home. For some, it鈥檚 been long enough that it may be time to rethink where their future actually lies.
First Look鈥楴ew chapter鈥�: UK, EU reach deal to reopen trade with Northern IrelandBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have signed an agreement to allow goods to flow to Northern Ireland from the United Kingdom. The agreement marks a collaborative step between the U.K. and EU.
Forging a nation: Ukrainian courage and resistance, one year onOn Ukraine鈥檚 homefront, individual acts of courage and defiance through a year of war have advanced nationhood by promoting unity and an appreciation for an identity distinct from Russia鈥檚.
First LookPutin's arms treaty suspension further strains US-Russia relationsRussian President Vladimir Putin suspended participation in the U.S.-Russia New START arms control treaty, impacting oversight of Russian nuclear activities. Sources say the pact was crumbling with both sides accusing the other of violations.
Putin frames war as protecting Russia's existence. Are Russians buying it?Vladimir Putin is framing the war in Ukraine as critical to Russia's existence. But while the Russian public is still behind the war, they seem to be increasingly eager for peace talks to begin.
Biden in Poland: How NATO鈥檚 eastern half increasingly leads on UkraineAs NATO and the European Union hammer out a consensus approach to helping Ukraine resist the Russian invasion, new paths to cooperation and leadership are evolving between Western and Eastern European allies.
First LookBiden visits Ukraine in show of solidarity 鈥榝or as long as it takes鈥�During an unannounced visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, on Monday, President Joe Biden assured Ukrainian President聽Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the United States would continue to stand with Ukraine against Russia.聽
First LookUS determines Russia has committed crimes against humanity in UkraineSpeaking in Munich, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris called for the international community to hold accountable Russian perpetrators of crimes against humanity in Ukraine.聽
Two more years of work: Why French protesters feel ignored on pensionsThe French are taking to the streets to protest a planned increase in retirement age. While all agree reform is needed, many French are asking: Are we getting what we were promised?
Turkey quake: How children experience 鈥� and recover from 鈥� disasterTrauma affects children differently than adults. But as Turkey and Syria attempt to recover after their deadly quake, research shows that children also exhibit high degrees of resilience.
First LookPromising to unify, ex-minister Christodoulides wins Cyprus presidencyMr. Christodoulides, a former foreign minister, campaigned as a unifying force, eschewing ideological and party divisions. His message resonated with a wide swath of voters.
First LookHigh-stakes pitch: Zelenskyy appeals to EU Parliament for membershipPresident Volodymyr聽Zelenskyy again implored that Ukraine would be an integral member of the European Union in an address to the European Parliament Thursday in Brussels. His rare trip outside Ukraine comes as Russia continues to escalate its attacks.
For a moment, earthquake makes Turkey鈥檚 divisions a little smallerThe goodwill exists amid increasing accusations of government neglect in disaster preparedness and response to the quake that killed more than 11,000.
First LookItalian designer says not enough is being done to support diversityStella Jean has withdrawn from Milan Fashion Week to protest the lack of funding for the 鈥淲e Are Made in Italy鈥� collective of young designers of color. Milan Fashion Week will run Feb. 21-27, 2023.
Why is democratic India helping Russia avoid Western sanctions?Russia鈥檚 ability to endure sanctions relies on the reluctance of countries like India to join the West鈥檚 economic embargo. The trade channels being formed could have lasting geopolitical effects.
First LookPope, Anglican, Presbyterian leaders speak out against anti-gay lawsThe three 海角大神 leaders said gay people should be welcomed by their churches, during an unprecedented joint airborne news conference returning home from South Sudan.