In Russia, change will come from grassroots

PRAGUE — The accepted narrative about Russia is simple: Vladimir Putin rules and a lemming-like society submits. The reality is more complicated. Despite crackdowns, Russia’s political and civil opposition is far stronger and more active than the West appreciates. And in order to thrive, it needs more consistent European support. Over the past month, thousands of Read more about In Russia, change will come from grassroots[…]

Jewish Lesbians Defy Ban on Star of David in 'D.C. Dyke March' | Breitbart

Jewish lesbians defied the organizers of the “D.C. Dyke March” on Friday and displayed the Gay Pride flag emblazoned with the Jewish Star of David, as well as Israeli flags, during the march, according to reports. Last week, the organizers tried to ban the symbols, because they said they evoked “violent nationalism.” However, they said they Read more about Jewish Lesbians Defy Ban on Star of David in 'D.C. Dyke March' | Breitbart[…]

George Clooney: 'It's a Dangerous Time to Be a Journalist'

LOS ANGELES (AP) — George Clooney says the media should “be a little kinder” to Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, after she gave birth to a baby boy. Clooney told The Associated Press Tuesday at the Hollywood premiere of his movie “Catch 22” that the media scrutiny will intensify now that she and Prince Harry Read more about George Clooney: 'It's a Dangerous Time to Be a Journalist'[…]

Italian PM Conte says ‘I am not a puppet’ after spat with MEPs

Italy's Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte delivers a speech as part of a debate on the future of Europe during a plenary session at the European Parliament on February 12, 2019 in Strasbourg, eastern France | Frederick Florin/AFP via Getty Images Italian PM Conte says ‘I am not a puppet’ after spat with MEPs Prime minister Read more about Italian PM Conte says ‘I am not a puppet’ after spat with MEPs[…]

Wenger proposes change to offside law for Euro 2020 wake of VAR controversies

The former Arsenal boss – who now has a role at FIFA – believes the change will stop goals being disallowed for marginal decisions Arsene Wenger, FIFA’s head of global development, is proposing a radical change of the offside rule that could be introduced in time for this summer’s European Championships. The offside law has Read more about Wenger proposes change to offside law for Euro 2020 wake of VAR controversies[…]

Vestager faces blowback for criticizing ‘lead candidate’ system

Margrethe Vestager, European commissioner for competition | Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images Vestager faces blowback for criticizing ‘lead candidate’ system Members of European Parliament defend process for selecting next Commission president. By Florian Eder 9/20/18, 11:58 AM CET Updated 4/19/19, 1:38 AM CET Europe’s competition chief Margrethe Vestager has stirred up a hornet’s nest about Read more about Vestager faces blowback for criticizing ‘lead candidate’ system[…]

Florida City Cancels Cuban Regime-Friendly Acts at 4th of July Concert

The city of Hialeah, Florida, canceled acts on Monday of a scheduled Independence Day concert featuring Cuban artists after the exile community protested against allowing artists who support the Castro regime to profit from performing in the United States. Hialeah’s move followed the passing of a resolution by the city of Miami last week “urging Read more about Florida City Cancels Cuban Regime-Friendly Acts at 4th of July Concert[…]

EU commissioner accuses Italy’s Salvini of ‘big lies’ on food policy

Health Commissioner Vytenis Andriukaitis | Emmanuel Dunand/AFP via Getty Images EU commissioner accuses Italy’s Salvini of ‘big lies’ on food policy ‘Facts matter little these days… this is how Brexit happens,’ Vytenis Andriukaitis says. By Maïa de La Baume 10/20/18, 4:10 PM CET Updated 4/19/19, 1:33 AM CET The EU’s health commissioner accused Italian Interior Read more about EU commissioner accuses Italy’s Salvini of ‘big lies’ on food policy[…]