Qatargate: EU parliament chief moves to lift two MEPs’ immunity
The European Parliament on Monday (2 January) announced its chief, Roberta Metsola, had launched “
January 2023
Hispanic Evangelical Leaders Ask: Trump or DeSantis?
In Florida, where Hispanic evangelicals carry outsize influence, many of their pastors view the budding 2024 rivalry as a sign of the potency of their unabashedly politicized Christianity. Send any…
Trying to Trademark ‘Rigged Election,’ and Other Revelations From the Jan. 6 Transcripts
The Jan. 6 committee released a whirlwind of documents in its final days and wrapped up its work on Monday. Send any friend a story As a subscriber, you have
Digitalization and transparency are vital for Ukraine’s reconstruction
When you have become used to constant power cuts, regular air raid alerts, and the empty evening streets of Kyiv, a business trip to the United States can feel like…
Here Are the House Republicans to Watch If McCarthy’s Bid For Speaker Falters
Representative Kevin McCarthy has so far faced no viable challenger for the speakership. But if he is unable to secure the votes, an alternative could quickly emerge. Send any friend…
McCarthy’s Bid for Speaker Remains in Peril Even After Key Concessions
Representative Kevin McCarthy, Republican of California, is struggling to break through a wall of entrenched opposition from hard-right lawmakers even after agreeing to weaken his leadership power. Send any friend…
Zemmour v France: ECHR ruling points to normalisation of anti-Islam hate speech
This article is part of our special report Mapping anti-Muslim sentiment in Europe. The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) confirmed that pundit-turned-presidential-candidate Eric Zemmour’s conviction of inciting religious hatred…
Russia’s War on Ukraine Worsens Global Starvation
Moscow blocks most shipments from Ukraine, one of the world’s largest wheat producers, and its attacks on the country’s energy grid also disrupt the flow of food. Send any friend…
Retiring Congress Members See Rough Roads Ahead
Departing longtime lawmakers perceive little prospect of orderly business in a divided Congress. They’re taking with them decades of experience in the day-to-day work of keeping the government running. Send…
Ukraine must get long-term support, warns Nato chief
Image source, AFPBy Alys Davies in London & Hugo Bachega in KyivBBC News Western countries must be prepared to provide long-term support to Ukraine as Russia shows no signs of…