@orlabarry.bsky.social
Europe correspondent with The World. Formerly EU reporter with the BBC World Service and former broadcaster on Newstalk
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It’s one of those rare, unicorn films that doesn’t have a single redeeming quality www.theguardian.com/film/2026/ja...
Melania review – Trump film is a gilded trash remake of The Zone of Interest
Dispiriting, deadly and unrevealing – there is a decent documentary to be made about the former model from Slovenia, but this one is unredeemable
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January 31, 2026 at 3:07 PM
It’s one of those rare, unicorn films that doesn’t have a single redeeming quality www.theguardian.com/film/2026/ja...
UK PM Keir Starmer has been in China "resetting relations" between the two countries despite criticism from human rights activists and President Trump. Did it work? Steve Tsang @soasuni.bsky.social @bromptonbicycle.bsky.social @bkerrychina.bsky.social reflect in my report coming up @theworld.org
January 30, 2026 at 6:23 PM
UK PM Keir Starmer has been in China "resetting relations" between the two countries despite criticism from human rights activists and President Trump. Did it work? Steve Tsang @soasuni.bsky.social @bromptonbicycle.bsky.social @bkerrychina.bsky.social reflect in my report coming up @theworld.org
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"In theater" is a military term that refers to a wartime theater of operations. ICE and CBP agents are in Minnesota, which is one of the United States. The enemy in this military operation are citizens of Minnesotans and the United States.
Q: Can you be specific about how many ICE and CBP agents are currently operating in the state?
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
January 29, 2026 at 5:59 PM
"In theater" is a military term that refers to a wartime theater of operations. ICE and CBP agents are in Minnesota, which is one of the United States. The enemy in this military operation are citizens of Minnesotans and the United States.
What will be the fall-out for Europe's far-right leaders who turned on Trump over his threats to seize Greenland? Listen to my report @theworld.org with 🙏 @catherinedevries.bsky.social @ieuniversity.bsky.social @scottlucas.bsky.social @veghzsuzsanna.bsky.social @gmfus.bsky.social tiny.cc/8f8y001
Trump’s Greenland threats test loyalty of Europe’s far-right - The World from PRX
US threats to take control of Greenland have rattled Europe’s far-right leaders, some of President Trump’s staunchest allies. Just a year ago, many were in Washington celebrating his inauguration. Now...
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January 28, 2026 at 12:35 PM
What will be the fall-out for Europe's far-right leaders who turned on Trump over his threats to seize Greenland? Listen to my report @theworld.org with 🙏 @catherinedevries.bsky.social @ieuniversity.bsky.social @scottlucas.bsky.social @veghzsuzsanna.bsky.social @gmfus.bsky.social tiny.cc/8f8y001
It’s snowing in Madrid. Take that Boston @matthewjbell.bsky.social @theworld.org
January 28, 2026 at 10:01 AM
It’s snowing in Madrid. Take that Boston @matthewjbell.bsky.social @theworld.org
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Fearing major layoffs, current and former Posties rally around #SaveThePost campaign www.niemanlab.org/2026/01/fear...
Fearing major layoffs, current and former Posties rally around #SaveThePost campaign
The Washington Post newsroom, whose journalists have continued to deliver essential reporting in an unrelenting news cycle (not to mention one reporter being subject to an FBI raid), is expecting…
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January 27, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Fearing major layoffs, current and former Posties rally around #SaveThePost campaign www.niemanlab.org/2026/01/fear...
US threats over Greenland has sparked a rift with populist party leaders in Europe who have long been Trump allies. How long will it last and is Trump keeping score? @scottlucas.bsky.social @catherinedevries.bsky.social @veghzsuzsanna.bsky.social reflect in my report up shortly on @theworld.org
January 27, 2026 at 6:03 PM
US threats over Greenland has sparked a rift with populist party leaders in Europe who have long been Trump allies. How long will it last and is Trump keeping score? @scottlucas.bsky.social @catherinedevries.bsky.social @veghzsuzsanna.bsky.social reflect in my report up shortly on @theworld.org
Neil Young has donated a year’s worth of access to his music and documentary archive to the people of Greenland www.theguardian.com/music/2026/j...
Neil Young gifts Greenland free access to his music and withdraws it from Amazon over Trump
The singer-songwriter has donated access to his music archive to ‘ease the unwarranted stress and threats’ Greenlanders have experienced from the US government
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January 27, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Neil Young has donated a year’s worth of access to his music and documentary archive to the people of Greenland www.theguardian.com/music/2026/j...
Trump’s speech at Davos leaves Europe confused
Diplomats and officials in Brussels huddled around laptops and TV screens this afternoon to hear Donald Trump’s thoughts on Europe, and on Greenland in particular.
But, after the speech, many said they understood what he wanted less well than at the start.
But, after the speech, many said they understood what he wanted less well than at the start.
Trump’s Greenland speech leaves Europe worried (and confused)
The U.S. president doubled down on his demands for territory — he just wasn’t always clear which Arctic island he wanted.
www.politico.eu
January 21, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Trump’s speech at Davos leaves Europe confused
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Thousands protested against Donald Trump in Zurich, with a banner that read: 'Trump still not welcome.'
Anti-Trump protesters burn US flags in Switzerland
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January 21, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Thousands protested against Donald Trump in Zurich, with a banner that read: 'Trump still not welcome.'
Is London a safe place to live? New Met police figures show homicide rates at their lowest level in over a decade. The debate divides opinion online. And campaigners for women's rights and youth workers say the figures hide the full picture. Listen back to my report on @theworld.org tiny.cc/5qxx001
London killings fall to decade low but debate over safety continues - The World from PRX
London Mayor Sadiq Khan says the British capital is one of the safest major cities in the Western world, pointing to new police figures showing homicide rates have fallen to their lowest level in a de...
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January 21, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Is London a safe place to live? New Met police figures show homicide rates at their lowest level in over a decade. The debate divides opinion online. And campaigners for women's rights and youth workers say the figures hide the full picture. Listen back to my report on @theworld.org tiny.cc/5qxx001
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The S&P 500 fell 2.1% Tuesday, its biggest drop since October, after President Trump threatened to hit eight European countries with new tariffs in a standoff over Greenland.
Wall Street sinks as Trump threatens 8 European countries with tariffs over Greenland
Stocks are falling on Wall Street after President Donald Trump threatened to hit eight NATO members with new tariffs as tensions escalate over his attempts to assert American control over Greenland.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:33 PM
The S&P 500 fell 2.1% Tuesday, its biggest drop since October, after President Trump threatened to hit eight European countries with new tariffs in a standoff over Greenland.
London homicides are at an all time low but youth workers and women's rights campaigners say the new Met police findings don't tell the full story. More on this coming up shortly on @theworld.org Join us: theworld.org
January 20, 2026 at 5:07 PM
London homicides are at an all time low but youth workers and women's rights campaigners say the new Met police findings don't tell the full story. More on this coming up shortly on @theworld.org Join us: theworld.org
UK has approved China's plan for its largest embassy in Europe despite espionage fears www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-...
UK approves China plan for its largest embassy in Europe despite espionage fears
Britain's government gave approval on Tuesday for China to build its largest embassy in Europe in London, hoping to improve ties with Beijing despite British and U.S. politicians' warnings that it cou...
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January 20, 2026 at 12:37 PM
UK has approved China's plan for its largest embassy in Europe despite espionage fears www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-...
Seven people have died and 100 were injured – 25 seriously in high speed train crash in Spain www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
High-speed train crash in southern Spain leaves seven reportedly dead
Two trains derail near Adamuz, Cordóba province, leaving scores injured, state-owned broadcaster reports
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January 18, 2026 at 9:51 PM
Seven people have died and 100 were injured – 25 seriously in high speed train crash in Spain www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
Two people were killed and more than 1200 injured in fireworks related injuries in the Netherlands on New Year's Eve. The Dutch government is hoping an upcoming ban on consumer fireworks will put an end to that. Not everyone is on board. My report up shortly on @theworld.org Tune in: theworld.org
January 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Two people were killed and more than 1200 injured in fireworks related injuries in the Netherlands on New Year's Eve. The Dutch government is hoping an upcoming ban on consumer fireworks will put an end to that. Not everyone is on board. My report up shortly on @theworld.org Tune in: theworld.org
This doesn’t look good for the meeting between Greenland, Denmark and the US delegation today
January 14, 2026 at 11:52 AM
This doesn’t look good for the meeting between Greenland, Denmark and the US delegation today
Public demand for night-trains in Europe is not a problem. So what is stalling the expansion of sleeper trains throughout the bloc. @jonworth.eu @seatsixtyone.bsky.social @europeansleeper.eu share their thoughts in my report on @theworld.org Listen here: theworld.org/segments/202...
Europe's night trains have made a comeback but face big challenges - The World from PRX
Europe’s night trains have been making a comeback in the last few years, with overnight sleeper services once again linking cities like Paris and Berlin, and Vienna and Amsterdam. But the revival has ...
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January 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Public demand for night-trains in Europe is not a problem. So what is stalling the expansion of sleeper trains throughout the bloc. @jonworth.eu @seatsixtyone.bsky.social @europeansleeper.eu share their thoughts in my report on @theworld.org Listen here: theworld.org/segments/202...
Night trains have been making a comeback in Europe in the last few years but despite their popularity they face big challenges. My report up shortly on @theworld.org f/t @jonworth.eu @seatsixtyone.bsky.social @europeansleeper.eu Tune in: theworld.org
January 12, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Night trains have been making a comeback in Europe in the last few years but despite their popularity they face big challenges. My report up shortly on @theworld.org f/t @jonworth.eu @seatsixtyone.bsky.social @europeansleeper.eu Tune in: theworld.org
It has been a head-spinning week for Europe’s leaders. Most have reacted with caution to the actions of the US administration in Venezuela and its threats against Greenland. But at what cost? @sophieintveld.bsky.social @davekeating.substack.com reflect in my report on @theworld.org tiny.cc/zhhx001
Europe is on edge after US strikes in Venezuela and Greenland threats - The World from PRX
From a US military raid that captured Venezuela’s president, to threats from the White House to take over Greenland, Europe’s leaders have faced a week of escalating challenges from Washington. Leader...
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January 11, 2026 at 11:39 AM
It has been a head-spinning week for Europe’s leaders. Most have reacted with caution to the actions of the US administration in Venezuela and its threats against Greenland. But at what cost? @sophieintveld.bsky.social @davekeating.substack.com reflect in my report on @theworld.org tiny.cc/zhhx001
Europe has scrambled to respond to US military strikes on Venezuela and threats to Greenland this week. What is behind Europe's restraint and will it backfire? My report up shortly @theworld.org f/t @davekeating.substack.com @sophieintveld.bsky.social @epc-official.bsky.social Tune in: theworld.org
January 9, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Europe has scrambled to respond to US military strikes on Venezuela and threats to Greenland this week. What is behind Europe's restraint and will it backfire? My report up shortly @theworld.org f/t @davekeating.substack.com @sophieintveld.bsky.social @epc-official.bsky.social Tune in: theworld.org
Residents in Birmingham have faced a full year of bin strikes. And still no resolution is in sight. How did it come to this? I hear from bin workers, local residents and union representatives in a report coming up shortly on @theworld.org Tune in: theworld.org
January 6, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Residents in Birmingham have faced a full year of bin strikes. And still no resolution is in sight. How did it come to this? I hear from bin workers, local residents and union representatives in a report coming up shortly on @theworld.org Tune in: theworld.org
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I feel like I haven’t even been properly lied to about the purposes of this war
January 3, 2026 at 9:13 AM
I feel like I haven’t even been properly lied to about the purposes of this war
In 2024 and 2025, Israelis built about 130 new outposts in the West Bank, more than the total number built in the previous two decades, according to Peace Now, an Israeli activist group www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Land Grab: Inside Israel’s Escalating Campaign for Control of the West Bank (Gift Article)
Israeli seizure of Palestinian lands in the West Bank, often brutally, has accelerated, raising doubts about the prospects of a peaceful solution to the conflict.
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December 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
In 2024 and 2025, Israelis built about 130 new outposts in the West Bank, more than the total number built in the previous two decades, according to Peace Now, an Israeli activist group www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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Moral of the story:
In Brussels, whatever anyone tells you,
there is never only one game in town.
In Brussels, whatever anyone tells you,
there is never only one game in town.
EU's Ukraine funding deal keeps Kyiv in fight, Russian assets in deep freeze
European Union leaders claimed victory after agreeing a 90 billion euro ($105 billion) loan to keep Ukraine financially afloat and in the fight against Russia’s invasion for the next two years – but i...
www.reuters.com
December 19, 2025 at 8:39 AM
Moral of the story:
In Brussels, whatever anyone tells you,
there is never only one game in town.
In Brussels, whatever anyone tells you,
there is never only one game in town.