ELfR Podcast: China, a counterweight to Russia or a threat to the West?
A discussion with China expert Enrico Fode As China tries to maintain a balance between Russia and the west, what are the likely scenarios in…
We must remain in the EU – for Eastern Europe’s sake|The New Statesman
For Leave enthusiasts, every sane argument is only provocation to scream louder and play victim, for Stay enthusiasts, they have reason (remember Enlightenment? No, I thought so) on their side…
Milestone in solar cell efficiency by UNSW engineers – Science and Technology Research News
Australian engineers have edged closer to the theoretical limits of sunlight-to-electricity conversion by photovoltaic cells with a device that sets a new world efficiency record. A new solar cell configuration…
The Appeal of 9 May
On the whole an initiative well-thought out and outlining a programme Europeans can get behind – although I have serious reservations about point 3: 3. The third initiative should deal…
Putin’s long game has been revealed, and the omens are bad for Europe | Natalie Nougayrède
Through his writings, Russia’s foreign minister tells us what the president really wants – a historic realignment in his favour Source: Putin’s long game has been revealed, and the omens…
Italy set to double child benefit to combat low birth rate – BBC News
When we want to encourage people to have children, young people in Italy and many other countries lack a basic ingredient: steady, reasonably paid jobs. It’s very hard to decide…
But Will It Scale in Kabul?|FP
“This is the valley where I learned empathy,” says Matthew “Griff” Griffin, a former Army captain, holding a photograph of a procession of Army Rangers… Source: But Will It Scale…
Post-truth politicians such as Donald Trump and Boris Johnson are no joke | Jonathan Freedland
Rather than laughing along with the Republican candidate and former London mayor, media interrogators should confront them Source: Post-truth politicians such as Donald Trump and Boris Johnson are no joke…
Martin Baron addresses Temple University graduates|The Washington Post
The Post’s executive editor delivers School of Media and Communication commencement speech. Source: Martin Baron addresses Temple University graduates – The Washington Post
Seven Places in Europe We Call Home|NYT
From Madrid to Istanbul, our contributors reveal the hidden delights of their European homes: jewel-box gardens, neighborhood cafes, secret coves. Source: Seven Places in Europe We Call Home
Don’t Blame Sykes-Picot for the Middle East’s Mess
Sometime in the 100 years since the Sykes-Picot agreement was signed, invoking its “end” became a thing among commentators, journalists, and analysts of the Middle… Source: Don’t Blame Sykes-Picot for…