Austrian coalition talks seem to be proceeding even more slowly than those in Germany did. The centre-right is holding out for more aggressive debt reduction.
Author: Charles Richardson
Update on Ukraine and Thailand
Protests in Kiev and Bangkok show striking similarities in causes, tactics and development. But there's a vitally important difference in objectives.
The Merkel victory that wasn’t
Germany gets a coalition agreement, but the actual formation of a new government is still on hold until the Social Democrats approve it. All the signs are that they will.
Croats vote down same-sex marriage
A referendum in Croatia bans same-sex marriage, a result somewhat at odds with its recent membership of the European Union.
Liberals, Greens and a two-party system
Liberal voters tend to treat Labor rather than the Greens as the main enemy. That's different to what their leaders think – or is it?
Uneasy times in Thailand
Anti-government protests continue in Thailand, where an elected government faces an opposition that seems to be giving up on parliamentary democracy.
More about Scotland
There's been plenty of discussion about the plan for an independent Scotland, particularly its place in the European Union.
Dealing with coup leaders – a lesson from Mali
Mali's government unexpectedly sends armed soldiers to arrest a former coup leader, something that probably should happen more often.
A blueprint for Scotland
Scotland will vote next year on whether or not to become an independent country. Most Scots aren't sold on the idea, but at least they'll know what they're voting for.
Honduras votes against change – sort of
Honduras seems to be set for another disputed election, after the incumbent conservatives lead with less than 35% of the vote in a four-way split.
The World is Not Enough 