Brussels Blocks Austrian Attempt to Create GM-Free Zone

European Commission says move would flout EU-wide rules.
Andrew Osborn
September 3, 2003

Western Farmers Fear Third-World Challenge to Subsidies

Differences between French and American farmers are put aside for a joint fight for their subsidies.
Elizabeth Becker
September 9, 2003

Dutch Groups Launch Gay Marriage Manual

Publication aims to counter Vatican's fight against same-sex unions.
September 2, 2003

Crumbling Stability

Germany’s fiscal irresponsibility could undermine EU unity.
Anke Bryson
September 5, 2003

Our War With France

By advocating a hasty transfer of power in Iraq, France is not simply undermining the US, but also its own interests.
Thomas L. Friedman
September 18, 2003