The neoliberalist capitalist model has resulted in civil wars and economic disaster, and it’s only going to get worse.
Footage shows harrowing conditions for migrants on Greek island
The Greek island of Kos is struggling to deal with an overwhelming rush of refugees and migrants arriving on its shores daily, making the short crossing from the Middle East to Europe […]
Brian Eno on Jeremy Corbyn: ‘I trust him’
Musician and activist Brian Eno explains why he is backing Jeremy Corbyn for leader of the Labour Party, saying he could bring in a new style of politics and win Labour supporters […]
An immigrant at the helm: Amadou Diallo
He grew up in a poor family in Senegal; today, he’s CEO of DHL Freight. Amadou Diallo is one of the few immigrants from Africa who have made it to the top […]
Saudi King flies into Cote d’Azur amid row over beach closure
There is a right royal row on the Cote d’Azur. The King of Saudi Arabia has arrived for a three-week visit to his villa in Vallauris, and despite objections from locals a […]
Palestinian teenager won’t give up hope
Reem Sahwil’s encounter with Angela Merkel went viral when the Palestinian teenager burst into tears on German TV. Many people both in Germany and abroad called the chancellor’s reaction heartless. But Reem […]
Faroe Islands between West and East
Salmon farmers on the Faroes are exporting more fish than ever to Russia. They’re allowed to do so because the islands are exempt from Moscow’s embargo on imports to Russia.
France proposes eurozone ‘government’
French leader Francois Hollande said in Le Journal du Dimanche that the eurozone should have its own “government”, and “specific budget”, with “democratic control” by the European Parliament. He added that France […]
Greek bookstore aims to serve as venue for activism
Shop in Athens strives to revive public intellectual discussions that have largely faded during economic crisis.
German Parliament approves talks for third Greek bailout
The German parliament has voted to approve negotiations on a third bailout for Greece. German MPs voted by 439 in favour to 119 against, with 40 abstentions. The Chancellor had urged parliament […]