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“They didn’t help us”
The US president dismisses the critics as Turkish troops continue their assault in Syria. Plus: A report by Ikea unpacks some key insights into the modern home, why ‘MasterChef’ is a masterclass in selling…
Can Donald Trump ignore the impeachment inquiry?
What happens if the US president refuses to comply with the impeachment process? Plus: why Italy’s parliament has cut its number of members and we take an artistic look at Oslo.
Boris, quo vadis?
The European Commission president evokes Latin to express frustration after a call between Boris Johnson and Angela Merkel gives the clearest indication yet that a Brexit deal is unlikely. Plus: Austria’s Sebastian Kurz considers…
Europe’s Ukrainian bypass
A new EU-Russia gas pipeline puts pressure on Europe’s relationship with Ukraine. Plus: The US cuts ties with Kurdistan by giving Turkey the go ahead for military action in Northern Syria, Japan expands its…
Lula rejects release
Brazil’s jailed former president rejects prosecutors’ request that he leave prison and be placed under house arrest. Plus: Russia builds China’s new defence system and Shinzo Abe eyes constitutional reform.
Curfews in Baghdad
We cross to Baghdad as a government-imposed curfew fails to curb violent protests. Plus: Kosovo heads to the polls, New York trials car-free days and a sneak peek at new luxury retailer The Row.
The last days of Brexit
Does Boris Johnson really have a plan to fix Brexit? Plus: Russia moves to boost the appeal of its passport, Berlin’s long-delayed new airport readies for takeoff and China’s Communist party prepares for its…
Australia and President Trump
Australia finds itself caught in Washington’s impeachment crossfire – for the second time. Plus: why wearing a red beret could get you arrested in Uganda and the referendum in Venice that could see the…
China’s big day
China celebrates 70 years of communist rule but protesters in Hong Kong vow to tell a very different story. Plus: Tyler Brûlé explains why ditching the dining car is a missed opportunity for Amtrak,…
Fury in Westminster
After one of the rowdiest weeks in living memory, can the UK’s parliament tone down the fire and fury? Plus: the sale of ‘New York’ magazine sparks fears of a culture clash, a new…
