Category: Europe

In a German ‘All Quiet on the Western Front,’ History Has a Starring Role

The New York Times – Movies:
More gruesome than previous film adaptations of the novel, a new Netflix feature looks to other conflicts past and present.
With Recession Looming, Big European Economies Still Show Some Growth

The New York Times – Business:
Germany surprised economists by expanding in the third quarter, but the French and Spanish economies both slowed down.
European Central Bank Is Set to Raise Interest Rates Again

The New York Times – Business:
Policymakers on Thursday are expected to approve a hefty rate increase to corral prices that have risen “far too high.”
Why Natural Gas Prices in Europe Are Plunging

The New York Times – Business:
A combination of full storage, lower demand and mild weather, among other factors, has eased concerns of a spike in heating and power prices — for now.
As Inflation Stalks Europe, Leaders Shudder

The New York Times – Business:
The downfall of Britain’s prime minister served as a warning to all of the political peril that awaits those who fail to address the erosion of living standards, no matter the cause.
How Finnair’s Huge Bet on Faster Flights to Asia Suddenly Came Undone

The New York Times – Business:
When Russia closed its airspace, it upended the decades-long strategy for making Finland a European travel hub to and from the East.
In the Netherlands, Balancing Energy Security Against Climate Concerns

The New York Times – Business:
A central location and web of gas pipelines are helping boost gas imports in the country even as it tries to stick to its clean energy goals.
Tens of Thousands March in Paris to Protest Rising Living Costs

The New York Times – Business:
The demonstration occurred on the heels of strikes at oil refineries, adding to a tense political atmosphere.
Lessons From Liz Truss’s Handling of U.K. Inflation

The New York Times – Business:
The sharp policy U-turn by Liz Truss, Britain’s prime minister, reveals the perils of taking the wrong path in the fight against scalding inflation.
Biden’s ‘Made in America’ Policies Anger Key Allies

The New York Times – Business:
The president’s plans to bolster America’s electric vehicle and battery production have opened a rift in relationships in Asia and Europe.
Lufthansa Says Apple AirTags Are Once Again Allowed in Checked Bags

The New York Times – Travel:
The airline reversed itself Wednesday, saying it had consulted with German aviation authorities, who agreed that Bluetooth trackers were safe for passengers to use.
Lufthansa Says Passengers Can’t Use Apple AirTags to Track Checked Bags

The New York Times – Travel:
It appears to be the sole airline saying that international standards don’t allow passengers to use the Bluetooth devices in the cargo hold. Apple said that regulators allow their use for all baggage.