Stories about Western Europe from February, 2024
‘Am Abgrund’: The story of Azerbaijan's influence in Europe
The movie, which exposes corruption both within Azerbaijan and in numerous European countries, comes at a time of deteriorating ties between Azerbaijan and the West.
How a Brazilian journalist working in Portugal faces online hate and sees the political context
On February 3, two protests took place in Lisbon, with very different agendas: one pro-migration, the other of a far-right group — a sample of the current political climate in the country.
‘I don’t feel safe': Reactions to Germany’s suppression of pro-Palestine solidarity
Germany's crackdown on Arabs and Muslims post-October 7 echoes past patterns of discrimination, leading to a profound sense of isolation and betrayal among them in the country.
Armenia and Azerbaijan: The most recent flare up puts peace prospects on the backburner
Whether these recent developments further derail prospects for peace depends on steps taken in the coming months. For now, peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan is hanging by a thread.
How Hongkongers overseas preserve, and adapt the city’s famed cuisine
Many Hongkongers overseas have opened cha chaan teng, Hong Kong-style cafes, snack shops or online food shops, due to homesickness or the need to earn a living,
