Pandemic Underscores Need for British Health Reform
The NHS doesn’t need more money. It needs an overhaul.
COVID-19 pandemic
Spain Tries to Solve Yesterday’s Housing Crisis
Prices are already down due to the pandemic.
The Return of European Social Democracy
Center-left parties are winning elections again. What changed?
Curaçao Accepts Dutch Supervision of Economic Reforms
Prime Minister Gilmar Pisas walks back his key electoral promise.
Netanyahu Cruises to Reelection on Back of Vaccination Success
A few months ago, the conservative might have lost the election.
Support for Anti-EU Parties Falls During Pandemic
Mainstream parties have gained popularity. Trust in the EU is up.
Biden Plans $1.9 Trillion Coronavirus Rescue Program
Money would go to hiring health workers, raising unemployment benefits and supporting states.
Aruba, Curaçao Agree to Terms of Dutch Coronavirus Aid
Sint Maarten has yet to meet the conditions.
Statism Makes a Comeback in the United Kingdom
The dual shock of coronavirus and Brexit is giving statism a new lease on life.
Caribbean, European Netherlands Close In on Bailout Deal
The Dutch have relaxed their demands for giving the islands financial support.
Dutch King Announces Borrowing, Investments to Weather COVID-19
Unlike during the last economic crisis, the Dutch government is not cutting spending.
Dutch Caribbean Islands on the Brink
Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten will run out of money in weeks.
What’s in France’s €100 Billion Stimulus
The big items are tax cuts, job retraining and investments in the green economy.
Dutch Extend COVID Aid for Businesses
Government pays half the rent and 90 percent of salaries.
To Trump, Blue America Is Expandable
Riots and COVID deaths in Democratic cities aren’t the president’s problem.