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Malcolm Brabant is a special correspondent for the PBS NewsHour.
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World Sep 09
Brexit, Boris and bedlam: British politics ‘hobbled’ by stalemateIn the United Kingdom, lawmakers rushed to complete work before Parliament disbands, approving a bill that requires Prime Minister Boris Johnson to delay Brexit if he doesn’t have a deal with the European Union by the October 31 deadline. But…
World Sep 04
On Brexit, British PM Boris Johnson stymied by rebels from his own partyWith less than two months until the deadline for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union, the course ahead for the separation appears no clearer. On Wednesday, British lawmakers passed a law to prevent Prime Minister Boris Johnson from…
World Sep 02
In Britain, Boris Johnson’s Brexit ‘hardball’ prompts protestsGreat Britain's political drama is intensifying this week, as the fallout continues over Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s suspension of Parliament in advance of the October 31st deadline for Brexit. In response, some Labour Party lawmakers are trying to push emergency…
World Aug 22
In Europe, business booms when cruise ships arrive — but is it worth the bother?Cruise liners offer scenic views you can’t replicate from land, but they also cause downstream consequences. In Europe, some beautiful waterfront cities are joining forces to limit the impact of thousands of passengers being disgorged onto their picturesque streets. Special…
World Aug 21
Fuming over Greenland rebuff, Trump cancels upcoming Denmark visitPresident Trump has canceled a planned trip to Denmark because Danish leadership refused to discuss selling Greenland. In Denmark, Trump's decision was seen as "doubly offensive" considering he had reportedly pushed for a grand welcome from the longtime U.S. ally.
World Jul 27
British privacy groups say facial recognition ripe for abuseBritish civil rights groups are calling on the government to suspend the use of facial recognition technology now being tested by police on the general public, claiming the technology is in a legal vacuum and could impact privacy. But some…
World Jul 26
Why Poland’s conservative government is causing alarm at the EUFormer Soviet bloc nations are bracing for a fight with the European Union over how they govern. Recent behavior by Hungary and Poland concerns EU officials, who warn they will crack down on member states that fail to uphold modern…
World Jul 22
In Poland, simmering anti-LGBTQ sentiment boils over into violenceA mob of right-wing Poles has attacked a pride march in the town of Bialystok, one of several areas declaring themselves to be LGBTQ-free. The incident represents the realization of the fears of the U.S. ambassador to Poland, Georgette Mosbacher,…
Arts Jul 09
How the view of an ancient world landmark has sparked a modern legal battleGreece’s highest court is considering a case about Athenians’ visual access to the landmark Acropolis. Its decision could set a precedent about preserving historic skylines -- and potentially ban construction of high-rise buildings. The matter prompts a fundamental question: is…
World Jun 06
On the shores of Normandy, world leaders honor the living and the lostSeventy-five years ago, tens of thousands of American, European and Canadian soldiers waded ashore France’s foggy northern coast to achieve a pivotal victory against Nazi Germany. In honor of the milestone D-Day anniversary, President Trump and other leaders convened at…
