Alexander Hurst
Alexander Hurst is a prominent journalist and columnist for The Guardian, focusing on European affairs and the implications of political decisions on science and academia. In a recent article, he discussed the impact of the Trump administration's policies on American science and research, highlighting the trend of 'scientific asylum' as European universities seek to attract displaced American scholars.
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Alexander Hurst discusses the historical context of France's technological advancements and its implications for the EU's future.
If France could lead the world with Minitel in the 1980s, surely Europe can free itself from Silicon Valley’s shackles now? | Alexander Hurst
United Kingdom· 2026-02-27
Alexander Hurst is a Guardian Europe columnist.
On a street in Minneapolis, two versions of masculinity clashed. One anchored in fear, the other in care | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-04
Alexander Hurst is a Guardian Europe columnist.
In the Trump era, we need satire more than ever. Just don’t expect it to save democracy | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-24
Alexander Hurst believes Europe’s best course of action is to force a rupture with the US regarding military bases.
How far will Europe go to defend Greenland from Trump? | World newsUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-14
Alexander Hurst writes for Guardian Europe from Paris.
Europe must now tell Trump that enough is enough – and cut all ties with the US | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-14
Alexander Hurst is a Guardian Europe columnist who discusses the implications of the loi Duplomb.
What has it taken to unite France’s divided voters? A hated, toxic chemical | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-21
Alexander Hurst reflects on turning 35 and the lessons learned about adulthood and identity.
Turning 35, I don’t have answers but I have learned one thing: we’re all just winging it | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-18
Alexander Hurst is a Guardian Europe columnist.
Extreme heat is our future – European cities must adapt | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-09
Alexander Hurst is a Guardian Europe columnist discussing the implications of US food imports in Europe.
I grew up on American food. Trust me, it’s the last thing Europe needs | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-20
Alexander Hurst is a Guardian Europe columnist.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has courage. Pope Francis had it too. Why are there so many cowards? | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-22
Alexander Hurst is a Guardian Europe columnist discussing the impact of the Trump administration on American science.
A French university is offering ‘scientific asylum’ for US talent. The brain drain has started | Alexander HurstUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-24
