European Economy on the Brink of Recession
Europe’s manufacturing Purchasing Manager Index (PMI) was placed at 45.7 in September, the lowest level since October 2012.
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Europe
No-Deal Brexit Block was the Right Decision for the UK
Boris Johnson’s plan when he became Prime Minister was to push for a no-deal Brexit at any cost. The most immediate issue would likely be a recession according to The United Kingdom Office of Budget Responsibility.
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FOCUS: Boris Johnson
While Boris Johnson’s strange antics are admired by many in the UK, his critics say he is inappropriately disheveled and unprepared, or more crudely, an opportunistic clown. However, instead of merely stumbling around, it may be an intentional tactic on his part.
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Western Europe Struggles with Islamic State Repatriation Efforts
Islamic State’s caliphate gradually disappears, thousands of these fighters now seek to return to their countries of origin. This complicated situation has left nations with unique legal and security challenges.
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Matteo Salvini: Politics of “The Captain”
Many Italian political pundits frame Salvini as an opportunist. His expedient mindset causes them to wonder if he serves as a cause, or effect, of Europe’s rising populism.
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Greta Thunberg: Change is Coming Whether We Like it or Not
Greta Thunberg: “Everything needs to change. And it has to start today.”
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EU Bans Single-Use Plastic Amongst Member States
The European Union voted to ban single-use plastic among member states by the year 2021. This decision is a reaction to the increasing amount of plastic that has found its way into waterways and oceans. After 2021, these items will be composed of more sustainable materials and their consumption will be reduced by 25 percent.
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Fire Ravages Paris’ Iconic Notre Dame Cathedral
Investigators believe they have pinpointed the cause of the fire that ripped through Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral on Monday April 15. After a careful review of footage and photography from locals, investigators believe the fire was related to the elevators that were built for construction workers.
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New Irish Republican Army Attack Kills Prominent Journalist Amid Sepratist Flareup
A Northern Ireland journalist was killed in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, in a shooting involving the New Irish Republican Army (New IRA) and police. 29-year-old journalist Lyra McKee was covering the violence in Londonderry on the night of April 19 when she was shot in the crossfire and died.
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Italian Deputy PM Attempts Unification of European Alt-Right
Shortly after political leaders in Europe met in Milan to pursuing forming an alliance of alternative right wing parties, Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has expressed the hope that the newly united populist movement will become biggest party in the next European Parliament.
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