Spain’s Labor Legislation Punishes Temp Workers: Brussels
The European Commission urges Spain to eradicate the duality in its labor market.
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Catalonia Votes for Statehood in Informal Referendum
The vast majority of Catalans who voted want to break away from Spain.
Obama Announces Offensive Against Islamic State
The president says sending additional troops signifies a shift from a defensive to an offensive strategy.
Turnout in Catalan Statehood Vote Almost Two Million
For the parties that favor Catalan independence, it is important to get turnout over two million.
Defying Madrid, Catalonia Votes on Statehood
Spain’s richest region votes in a “consultation,” defying a constitutional court ban.
Renewed Fighting in Donbas as Russia, Ukraine Trade Barbs
Both sides accuse the other of violating a ceasefire, leading to a new round of fighting in southeastern Ukraine.
Germany No Longer Thinks British EU Exit Unthinkable
Limiting free labor migration in Europe would be too high a price for the Germans to pay.
America, Japan Block Trans Pacific Partnership Progress
Protectionism in both countries is preventing progress on what could be a huge trade agreement.
Russia Wants Guarantees Before Resupplying Gas to Ukraine
Russia wants the European Union to guarantee that it will pay Ukraine’s gas bills before resuming supplies.
Poland to Shift Military Strength East in Response to Russia
Poland is shifting its military strength to its eastern borders in response to Russia’s aggression in Ukraine.
Brazil Reelects Rousseff Despite Economic Slowdown
The incumbent left-wing president prevails over her liberal challenger despite a recent economic slump.
Exit Polls Show Gains for Ukraine’s Pro-Europe Parties
Parties in favor of deepening ties with the rest of Europe would gain a majority.
Rousseff Leads Polls Going into Second Voting Round
Brazil’s left-wing president appears on track to win reelection.
Gunman Killed in Attack on Canada’s Parliament
Security kill a gunman in Canada’s parliament after a war memorial guard was shot nearby.
Farage Revives Euroskeptic Group, Admits Polish Rightwinger
The UKIP appears to have less qualms than he used to about working with radicals.