European Politics
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Geert Wilders and his far-right party sweep Dutch elections, in continuing political shift in Europe
The victory of his Party for Freedom in the Netherlands is likely to have considerable consequences for the European Union.
Catherine de Vries, The Conversation
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European Parliament declares Russia as state sponsor of terrorism, cites war in Ukraine
The European lawmakers have urged the 27-nation bloc to put in place a legal framework and impose significant restrictive measures against Moscow.
Scroll Staff
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Belarus’s dictator will go to any lengths (even hijacking a plane) to stamp out dissent
Alexander Lukashenko’s regime diverted a Ryanair flight from its route to arrest 26-year-old journalist Roman Protasevich.
Jennifer Mathers, The Conversation
Trending
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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Why Calcutta HC struck down 25,000 teachers’ appointments and how it could impact the election
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What explains support for authoritarian populists in Hungary and Poland?
In both nations, the outcome of the populist surge is stronger and more clearly authoritarian.
Tomasz Mickiewicz, The Conversation
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The turbulent years after Soviet collapse paved the way for Vladimir Putin’s Russia
Recent constitutional changes could allow Putin to continue as president till 2036.
Adrian Campbell, The Conversation
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Britain is all set to formally leave the European Union – but Brexit isn’t over just yet
Brexit supporters want to leave the EU as quickly as possible. That’s the only thing they agree on.
Luke Reader, The Conversation
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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EU Commission’s controversial new president Ursula Von der Leyen may prove to be the best choice
The German politician won the vote by promising something to everyone. Those who supported her will miss no opportunity to hold her feet to the fire.
Alexandra Hennessy, The Conversation
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European Union elections deliver fractured mandate but far-right parties make big gains
In Britain, Nigel Farage’s Brexit Party topped with 28 seats, while the Conservative and Labour parties won just three and 10 seats.
Scroll Staff
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Top European Union official says ‘little Mussolinis’ might be emerging, Italy lashes out
Italy said Pierre Muscovici should not dare to call its ruling parties ‘little Mussolinis’.
Scroll Staff
The Reel
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Aditi Rao Hydari on playing diverse characters: ‘I want the audience to take me home with them’
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The story of India’s unique ‘Milk Revolution’ is going to the Cannes Film Festival
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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EU backs UK’s claim that Russia was behind nerve agent attack on ex-spy, recalls envoy to Moscow
Ambassador Markus Ederer ‘is being recalled for consultations to Brussels’ and not to ‘sanction’ Russia.
Scroll & Scroll Staff
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‘Nothing is agreed until everything is agreed’: Why both UK and EU are playing for time on Brexit
Little about the negotiations makes sense.
Jolyon Howorth
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‘Fire and fury’: How Emmanuel Macron is trying to make France the pivot of the European Union
Will he succeed, though?
François Godement
The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: Harshit Kumar wins hammer throw gold as India’s medal tally increases
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Indian compound archers sweep all three team event gold medals
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IPL 2024: Jonny Bairtsow shines as Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders in record-breaking match
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IPL 2024: ‘Save the bowlers’ – Reactions as Punjab chase down record total against Kolkata
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Paris Olympics 2024: Nethra Kumanan secures India’s second quota in sailing