Maria Butina, Accused Of Being Russian Agent, Reaches Plea Deal With Feds
The Russian woman apparently was part of an effort to build clandestine ties between Moscow and important parts of the conservative establishment.
Lawsuits Say Australia Subjects Asylum Seekers To Torture And Crimes Against Humanity
The class actions represent more than 1,000 migrants detained by the government on islands belonging to other countries, under contract with Australia.
French President Macron Makes Concessions To ‘Yellow Vest’ Protesters
French President Emmanuel Macron made concessions, including an increase in the minimum wage, to the “yellow vest” protesters, who have been disrupting daily life in France for weeks.
U.S. And Philippines To End 117-Year-Old Feud As Church Bells Return
This week the United States and the Philippines end a 117-year-old feud. Church bells carted off by American soldiers during the U.S.-Philippines War will be formally handed in at a Manila air base.
British Prime Minister Theresa May Postpones U.K. Vote On Brexit
British Prime Minister Theresa May has postponed a vote in parliament on her plan for Britain’s exit from the European Union, after it became clear her government was facing a massive defeat.
As Theresa May fumbles Brexit, a far-right backlash is brewing
A march for Brexit – a clean break from the European Union – and against Prime Minister Theresa May and any other politician who dares to defy the 17.4 million Britons who voted in 2016 to leave. “Hard Brexit, Traitor May,” read one flag. Sunday’s pr…
France’s ‘yellow vests’ only have one common message: anger at government
For Rosa Larocca, a middle-aged headmistress who can switch from a warm smile to a stern look in seconds, it’s all about politics. The president sought on Monday evening to pacify rebellious spirits.
Readers write: Positive views of China and Puerto Rico, and portrayal of socialism
Positive views of China, Puerto Rico
Meanwhile in … the United States, students are attending college on esports scholarships
In colleges around the United States, students are attending school on esports scholarships. The National Association of Collegiate Esports works with around 120 colleges and universities in the US and Canada, many of which are creating scholarships t…
No haven from hardship: Why some Syrians return from Europe
Inside the Arrivals hall of Thessaloniki airport, a young man sits in the corner charging his phone, irritation flickering across his face. While he waits, hundreds of people land in quick succession from German and other cities. For many Syrian refug…
How to soften big conflicts in small ways
One rare tool in diplomacy is to not let diplomats play a leading role in resolving conflicts between nations. An alternative approach, known as “track II diplomacy,” entails informal contacts between individuals and groups such as academics, artists,…
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