MATT MOWERS: Following the NATO Summit, Europe’s Easy Benefit Is at Risk
Europe’s Dependence on American Generosity For many years, countries in Europe have leaned heavily on America’s strength, innovation, and generosity, often without contributing their fair share in return. They accept our protection, products, technology, and financial support, while still critiquing us on issues like democracy and the economy. This situation feels unbalanced, to say the […]
Trump attends NATO summit to secure Europe’s commitment for increased defense spending
Trump Attends NATO Summit in The Hague On June 24, 2025, President Donald Trump traveled to The Hague in the Netherlands for the annual NATO summit, where discussions on defense spending were set to take center stage. This summit follows a recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran after a 12-day conflict, which, perhaps, shaped […]
Is Germany able to reestablish its role as Europe’s military power?
Many leaders across Europe were taken aback when President Trump openly discussed reducing the U.S. military commitment to NATO and the continent’s defense. Just a few days following mid-February, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth communicated with the Ukrainian Defense Communication Group, while Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech at the Munich Security Conference. Their […]
Runoffs, replays, and right-wingers: Understanding Europe’s electoral ‘super Sunday’
On “Super Sunday,” millions across Romania, Poland, and Portugal will head to the polls, a key moment for democracy as political and economic tensions rise. In Romania, far-right candidates are taking center stage in the presidential race, as liberals, conservatives, and others vie for leadership amidst a first-round poll that many see as deeply flawed. […]
Romania’s run-off is the key event in Europe’s important election day.
Romanians are gearing up to participate in the European elections dubbed “Super Sunday,” a crucial moment that could significantly alter the nation’s strategic direction and economic landscape. The Romanian election is particularly consequential, presenting a contest between outspoken, EU-critical populists and moderate centrists. It’s set to be a nail-biter, the tightest race in Romania’s post-communist […]
Kids can travel for free with Interrail passes, so I took my niece along for a tour of Europe’s wonderful cities.
Exploring Europe on a Budget A year ago, I stumbled upon a little travel hack. It turns out, you can journey across Europe via train for free if you’re traveling with kids under 12. Despite some skepticism from those offering seemingly great deals, many took advantage of Interrail’s generous offer, which has been popular despite […]
Bethpage crowd size is already influencing Europe’s Ryder Cup strategy.
Ryder Cup Insights from Captain Luke Donald CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Captain Luke Donald of the European Ryder Cup shared his thoughts on the crowd dynamics expected at Beth Page, particularly regarding his captain’s picks. “I definitely weigh experience a bit more heavily. It’s about handling those high-pressure moments, especially in Major Championships,” he mentioned. “Being […]
Chancellor Merz Promises Europe’s Most Powerful Conventional Army
Germany’s Path to Military Strength In his inaugural address to the Bundestag Parliament, Prime Minister Friedrich Merz declared his commitment to transforming Germany into the most powerful military force in Europe. After years of underinvestment in defense and dependence on U.S. protection, Merz emphasized to lawmakers that enhancing the Bundeswehr is top priority. He remarked, […]
Europe’s Controlled Drug Prices Lead to Lower Costs, but Result in Fewer Available Medications
During an appearance on Newsmax TV’s “Rob Schmitt Tonight,” HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. remarked that while Europe can set prices for prescription drugs, many Americans travel abroad for medical care because certain medications are unavailable in Europe. Host Rob Schmidt expressed disbelief, noting that without those drugs, Europeans remain unwell, questioning how they […]
Slovak PM Robert Fico Criticizes Europe’s Efforts To Prevent Him From Moscow War Commemorations
Slovak PM Fico Advocates for Closer Ties with Russia On Friday, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico expressed his intention to strengthen relations with Russia, noting that he had previously hindered attendance of European Union representatives at a World War II commemoration in Moscow. Fico broke away from the EU consensus by visiting Moscow late last […]