Facebook, Google business models a 'threat to human rights': Amnesty report
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Amnesty International said in a report that Facebook and Google's "surveillance-based business model" is inherently incompatible with the right to privacy. The NGO urged governments to take action.
November 20th 2019, 9:49 pm
Hong Kong: US Congress throws weight behind protesters
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In a nod to pro-democracy protesters, US Congress has passed two bills supporting human rights in Hong Kong. China has threatened unspecified countermeasures if the bills become law.
November 20th 2019, 8:31 pm
UN Security Council rebukes US on Israeli settlements
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All members of the UN Security Council — except the US — rejected Washington's decision to no longer consider settlements a violation of international law. Four European nations said the move hindered peace efforts.
November 20th 2019, 8:01 pm
Iranian cheetah researchers sentenced for spying
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A group of environmentalists who used cameras to track endangered animals have been sentenced to prison for spying. The case has been widely criticized as unjust — and a chilling signal to scientists.
November 20th 2019, 7:01 pm
Iran and Israel renegotiate 'rules of the game' in Syria shadow war
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Israel's "wide-scale" response to Iranian-backed rocket attacks on the Golan Heights have shown the dynamics of deterrence between Tel Aviv and Tehran are being renegotiated.
November 20th 2019, 6:31 pm
Euro 2020: UEFA's forbidden matches
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UEFA is usually keen to preach that football and politics should remain separate. But even European football's governing body makes exceptions in some cases. There's a fair chance they will have to do so at Euro 2020.
November 20th 2019, 5:48 pm
Lawyer for German embassy in Ankara arrested
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German officials fear "sensitive" asylum files in the lawyer's possession may now be in the hands of Turkey's intelligence service.
November 20th 2019, 5:48 pm
New arrest in Malta journalist murder puts focus on political corruption
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Maltese police have arrested businessman Yorgen Fenech in connection with the 2017 killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The investigation into her murder has been called a "litmus test" for Malta's judiciary.
November 20th 2019, 5:48 pm
Italy: Deadly fireworks depot explosion rocks Sicily
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One person is missing after the blast on the island's Messina region. Another victim was rescued from the rubble and taken to hospital.
November 20th 2019, 5:48 pm
Bolivian president asks Congress to approve fresh elections
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Interim leader Jeanine Anez has asked Congress to approve a law for an upcoming ballot "as the entire country is demanding." Deadly protests have been ongoing in Bolivia since a disputed election on October 20.
November 20th 2019, 4:31 pm
Trump impeachment inquiry has Ukraine, Zelenskiy in a bind
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The public impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump has moved Ukraine into the global spotlight. Officials in Kyiv are worried about the negative fallout, which has already begun.
November 20th 2019, 4:01 pm
German scientists find 44-million-year-old caterpillar
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Scientists say it's the first time a fossil from a large butterfly species has been discovered preserved inside an ancient block of amber. They've described it as an "exceptional" find.
November 20th 2019, 3:32 pm
Donald Tusk elected president of European People's Party, vows to fight populism
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Outgoing European Council President Donald Tusk was elected the new president of the European People's Party, the largest bloc within the EU Parliament. Tusk vowed to fight "populists, manipulators and autocrats."
November 20th 2019, 3:32 pm
Libya's deputy prime minister tells DW's Conflict Zone: "We have no slavery"
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Libya's GNA government is struggling against militias and ISIS, while hundreds of thousands of migrants seek a route through to Europe and have become prey to traffickers. The Libyan Deputy PM speaks to Conflict Zone.
November 20th 2019, 2:15 pm
Controversial auction reignites Nazi memorabilia debate in Germany
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Adolf Hitler's hat and Eva Braun's dress have gone under the hammer, prompting criticim from historians and Jewish leaders: Do the sales of Nazi relics promote right-wing propaganda or do they provide historical insight?
November 20th 2019, 2:15 pm
Prince Andrew to step back from public engagements
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The announcement comes as the fallout over his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein continues.
November 20th 2019, 1:30 pm
Israel faces prospect of third election within a year after opposition backs out
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Netanyahu's main challenger Benny Gantz said that he will be unable to form a government, paving the way for a third Israeli election within a year. Gantz had a deadline of Wednesday midnight to agree to a coalition.
November 20th 2019, 1:15 pm
Weimar court dismisses far-right AfD lawsuit
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A lawsuit by Germany's far-right AfD challenging scrutiny by Thuringia state authorities has been dismissed by the region's constitutional court. Observation status was declared last year by its intelligence agency.
November 20th 2019, 12:45 pm
'Far-right prepper' goes on trial in Germany
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A former police commando in Germany has gone on trial for stockpiling weapons for his right-wing prepper network. Marko G. is thought to have collected and stolen 55,000 rounds of ammunition in preparation for "Day X."
November 20th 2019, 12:45 pm
G5 force too small to curb militancy in Sahel
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The killing of 24 soldiers by Islamist militants in Mali has called to questioning the strength of the G5 Sahel troops. Paul Melly of Chatham House says they are insufficient to curb militancy in the region.
November 20th 2019, 12:15 pm
World in Progress Multiclick
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A weekly look at globalization, education, economic development, human rights and more.
November 20th 2019, 12:15 pm
Spanish court bans Ryanair's 'abusive' hand luggage fee
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The budget airline's policy is now null and void in Spain following a passenger's complaint. However, Ryanair has indicated it may not follow the ruling.
November 20th 2019, 12:15 pm
Austria Ibiza scandal: Police arrest three people in connection video that brought down government
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Prosecutors have arrested three people in connection with a video that caused the collapse of the Austrian government earlier this year. Authorities made the arrests and searched properties on Tuesday.
November 20th 2019, 12:15 pm
Muslims are partners in combating anti-Semitism in Germany
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As anti-Semitism remains one of Germany's most serious problems, one Berlin NGO is bringing Muslims and Jews together to fight discrimination through education. That means challenging mainstream German attitudes.
November 20th 2019, 11:45 am
Bolivian president promises imminent elections
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Jeanine Anez has once again assured voters of an upcoming ballot "as the entire country is demanding." Deadly protests have been ongoing in Bolivia since a disputed election on October 20.
November 20th 2019, 11:25 am
NATO meeting: Germany proposes new 'expert group' to strengthen union
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German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas will propose a new "expert group" to rejuvenate NATO. The proposal comes in light of comments by French President Emmanuel Macron that NATO was "brain dead."
November 20th 2019, 10:54 am
Pianist Chilly Gonzales on 'the respect of other musicians'
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On November 22, the International Music Award ceremony will be held in Berlin. Pianist and entertainer Chilly Gonzales is one of its jurors. He spoke with DW about prizes and his way of supporting fellow musicians.
November 20th 2019, 10:25 am
Sieren's China: Beijing is coy about plans for Hong Kong
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There's an apocalyptic feeling in Hong Kong. Dialogue between the city-state's government and the protesters seems further off than ever. DW's Frank Sieren says officials don't seem to have the will to find a compromise.
November 20th 2019, 10:25 am
Trump impeachment hearing: Sondland followed 'president's orders' on Ukraine
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US diplomat Gordon Sondland has testified that Donald Trump's personal lawyer was pursuing a "quid pro quo" with Ukraine. The envoy to the EU is a crucial witness in the impeachment inquiry into the president.
November 20th 2019, 10:25 am
Greece announces plans to close overcrowded refugee camps
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Greece has said it will close camps, replacing them with restrictive holding centers. The government said it would tighten border controls and clear bottlenecks in asylum vetting procedures.
November 20th 2019, 10:25 am
Extinction Rebellion co-founder calls Holocaust 'just another fuckery'
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Extinction Rebellion co-founder Roger Hallam's writings on civil disobedience were central to the movement. Hallam has been criticized by his fellow activists for relativizing the Holocaust.
November 20th 2019, 9:41 am
Japan: Environmentalists say Fukushima water too radioactive to release
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Officials in Japan have claimed that water exposed to radiation in the Fukushima nuclear disaster is now safe to dump into the Pacific. Environmentalists say the water is too contaminated. Julian Ryall reports.
November 20th 2019, 8:53 am
EU worried about France, Italy budgets
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The European Commission says eight member states are at risk of breaching the bloc's tough public spending rules next year. It wants surplus-running countries such as Germany and the Netherlands to spend more.
November 20th 2019, 8:53 am
Bremen bans right-wing group Phalanx 18
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Phalanx 18 actively promoted violent, anti-constitutional ideologies through its events and concerts. Following the ban, calls remain for German authorities to take action against other far-right groups.
November 20th 2019, 8:10 am
Opinion: Germany not ready to win Euro 2020, and that's fine
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Germany will not be challenging to lift the European Championship trophy in 2020, and that's fine given the team's new development cycle. The current squad lacks in two key areas, writes DW's Jonathan Harding.
November 20th 2019, 7:53 am
Opinion: Specter of MH17 haunts Kremlin
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Dutch-led investigations into the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine have unearthed new evidence that points the finger squarely at Russia. It could implicate the Kremlin, writes Konstantin Eggert.
November 20th 2019, 7:53 am
Venezuela's love-hate relationship with the US dollar
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Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro loves to speak of his hatred for the US. It makes his warm words for the enemy's currency a little puzzling. Dollarization is a reality in Venezuela but the benefits are dubious.
November 20th 2019, 7:23 am
New international music award: Women's power, hip-hop and Rammstein
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The German edition of "Rolling Stone" has initiated a new music award. The prize aims to honor artists with innovative ideas and couragous stances.
November 20th 2019, 6:53 am
Children's rights make uneven progress in Germany
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The United Nations adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child 30 years ago. How are they being implemented in Germany? DW visits children who know their rights — and those who have to fight for them.
November 20th 2019, 6:53 am
Fossil fuel output to greatly exceed Paris climate pledges
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Production of coal, oil and gas is set to outstrip carbon budgets required to limit global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius.
November 20th 2019, 6:53 am
The reluctant farewell to corporal punishment
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30 years ago the UN passed its Convention on the Rights of the Child. But caning and beating remain common practice in many parts of Africa – in rare instances this can have fatal consequences.
November 20th 2019, 6:09 am
Hong Kong: Ex-UK consulate worker says Chinese agents tortured him
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A former employee of the British Consulate in Hong Kong has said he was detained and tortured by Chinese secret police. They were trying to extract information about anti-government protests in the territory, he added.
November 20th 2019, 5:53 am
Germany's 16 states: Baden-Württemberg
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A selfie in front of the ruins of Heidelberg Castle and winter sports in the Black Forest are just two good reasons to visit Baden-Württemberg.
November 20th 2019, 4:52 am
Twitter criticizes UK Conservatives for 'fact-check' rebrand
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Twitter has criticized UK PM Boris Johnson's Conservative Party for misleading the public by changing the name of one of its accounts to resemble a fact-checking service during a televised election debate.
November 20th 2019, 4:52 am
Fewer terror victims globally, far-right attacks on the rise
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The fall of al-Shabab and Islamic State partly accounts for the decrease in deaths by terror worldwide. Far-right attacks are on the rise, and deaths at the hands of far-right terrorists are increasing.
November 20th 2019, 4:02 am
Germany: Lufthansa arbitration with cabin crew union falls apart
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Lufthansa and trade union UFO remain at odds over pay for some 21,000 workers, which lead to a two-day strike earlier this month. The two sides had agreed to arbitration, but negotiations to that end have broken down.
November 20th 2019, 3:51 am
Malta police arrest suspect in journalist murder case
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Malta police arrested one of the country's most prominent businessmen in connection with an investigation into the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, local media reported.
November 20th 2019, 3:17 am
Hong Kong protests: Dozens hold out inside a besieged university campus
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Dozens of anti-government protesters are still holed up inside a Hong Kong university after hundreds had fled deteriorating conditions. Authorities have warned that police may fire live rounds to clear the area.
November 20th 2019, 2:19 am
Israel 'wide-scale strikes' hit Iranian, Syrian targets near Damascus
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Israel has said it attacked Iranian and Syrian military targets near Damascus in retaliation to Syrian rockets fired towards Israel the day before. Syria's air defenses were able to destroy most of Israel's missiles.
November 19th 2019, 11:17 pm
Israel attacks Iranian and Syrian military targets near Damascus
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Israel has said it attacked Iranian and Syrian military targets near Damascus in retaliation to Syrian rockets fired towards Israel the day before. Syria's air defenses were able to destroy most of Israel's missiles.
November 19th 2019, 11:04 pm
Germany: Luftansa arbitration with cabin crew union falls apart
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Lufthansa and trade union UFO remain at odds over pay for some 21,000 workers, which lead to a two-day strike earlier this month. The two sides had agreed to arbitration, but negotiations to that end have broken down.
November 19th 2019, 11:04 pm
Brazil seeks arrest of former Paraguay President Horacio Cartes
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Brazilian authorities accuse Horacio Cartes of mass money laundering and want him extradited. The move makes Paraguay the latest nation hit by Brazil's Operation Car Wash, dubbed the world's biggest anti-graft probe.
November 19th 2019, 9:32 pm
Son of former German president stabbed to death in Berlin hospital
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Fritz von Weizsäcker, the son of late German President Richard von Weizsäcker, was stabbed while giving a medical lecture in Berlin. One other person was seriously injured in the attack.
November 19th 2019, 8:16 pm
Winners and losers of Germany's Euro 2020 qualifiying campaign
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Germany clinched qualification for EURO 2020 as winners of Group C. In a topsy-turvy qualification campaign though, which players helped or hurt their prospects in the national team’s pecking order?
November 19th 2019, 6:46 pm
Dutch authorities find 25 migrants in refrigerated container on UK-bound ferry
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The origins of the migrants discovered aboard the Danish-owned ferry are unknown. The driver of the truck has been detained for questioning over possible involvement in human trafficking.
November 19th 2019, 6:16 pm
Germany vs. Northern Ireland: Player ratings
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Germany finished 2019 in strong fashion, winning from a losing position to beat Northern Ireland and top Group C ahead of the Dutch. Once again, Serge Gnabry stole the show but there were also other notable performances.
November 19th 2019, 4:56 pm
EURO 2020 qualifying: Germany hit Northern Ireland for six
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Germany hit Northern Ireland for six in their final game of EURO 2020 qualifying as they wrapped up top spot in Group C with a convincing victory at the Commerzbank Arena. Recap the action in DW's live blog!
November 19th 2019, 4:56 pm
UK election: Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn face off in TV debate
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In their first head-to-head TV debate, Prime Minister Johnson and Labour leader Corbyn sought to win over voters ahead of the December 12 election. The two faced scrutiny over their plans for Brexit and public spending.
November 19th 2019, 3:41 pm
Bolivia: Fuel plant clashes turn deadly
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Security forces conducted an operation to clear a blockade of a major fuel plant that left at least one person dead. Bolivia is suffering from food and gasoline shortages as a political crisis deepens.
November 19th 2019, 3:41 pm
Murder-suicides in Istanbul and Antalya shock Turkey
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The murder-suicide deaths of three families in Turkey appear to have been motivated by financial troubles. The political opposition says unemployment and a weakening lira are literally driving people to their deaths.
November 19th 2019, 3:26 pm
Malta: Suspect in Caruana Galizia murder may get pardon for name of killer
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Anti-corruption reporter Daphne Caruana Galizia was murdered in 2017. Three men face trial over her death, but none of the suspects is believed to be the mastermind of the car bomb attack that killed her.
November 19th 2019, 3:11 pm
Hitler's birthplace to be turned into police station
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Austria's government has struggled for years to decide what to do with the house where Adolf Hitler was born, including considering tearing it down. The building will now house a police station to deter neo-Nazi tourism.
November 19th 2019, 2:41 pm
Opinion: Power overrules the law — especially in Middle East politics
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The US is dismantling the foundations of a Middle East policy based on international law. Its decision to condone Israeli settlements is just the latest step, writes Barbara Wesel.
November 19th 2019, 2:26 pm
EURO 2020 qualifying: Germany vs. Northern Ireland - live blog
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Germany are looking to seal top spot in their EURO 2020 qualifying group when Northern Ireland visit the Commerzbank-Arena in Frankfurt. Die Mannschaft must better the Netherlands' result against Estonia to finish top.
November 19th 2019, 1:56 pm
Germany: Soldier who planned far-right attack to stand trial
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Franco A. posed as a Syrian refugee, allegedly to orchestrate a terror attack he hoped would be mistaken for Islamist extremism. He faces up to ten years in prison if convicted.
November 19th 2019, 1:11 pm
Germany's Maas on Ukraine: 'People need a cease-fire'
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Germany's foreign minister said the upcoming Ukraine summit was "the best opportunity in a long time" to help resolve the conflict in the country. Kyiv is apparently ready to accept a "reasonable compromise."
November 19th 2019, 12:21 pm
Merkel urges reforms in Africa to woo German investors to the region
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel has hosted African leaders for the third G20 "Compact with Africa" summit in Berlin. The initiative aims to boost private investment in Africa — but challenges remain.
November 19th 2019, 12:21 pm
Germany's Maas on Ukraine: 'People need a ceasefire'
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Germany's foreign minister said the upcoming Ukraine summit was "the best opportunity in a long time" to help resolve the conflict in the country. Kyiv is apparently ready to accept a "reasonable compromise."
November 19th 2019, 12:04 pm
Merkel urges reforms in Africa to woo German investors
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel is hosting African leaders for the third G20 "Compact with Africa" summit in Berlin. The initiative is meant to boost private investment in Africa — but challenges remain.
November 19th 2019, 12:04 pm
Iran protests leave 'over 100 dead,' Amnesty says
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Human rights watchdog Amnesty International said Iranian security forces have killed at least 106 protesters during ongoing unrest over a fuel price hike.
November 19th 2019, 11:52 am
NATO chief to visit Macron after 'brain death' comments
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French President Emmanuel Macron's questioning of NATO continues to roil the alliance. NATO head Stoltenberg will seek clarification next week for ahead of a high-level summit.
November 19th 2019, 10:51 am
What Dubai deals say about the Airbus-Boeing duopoly
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In the Middle East, Airbus and Boeing are trying to wow aviation chiefs and ink billion-dollar deals. Airbus has profited from its rival Boeing’s turbulent year, but things aren’t all one-sided.
November 19th 2019, 10:51 am
How the US and EU could facilitate a free internet for Iran
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Richard Grenell, the US ambassador to Germany, tweeted that the United States and EU could "turn the internet on" for Iran after the regime shut it down during protests against fuel price hikes. Here's how it could work.
November 19th 2019, 10:35 am
Trump impeachment inquiry: Two top aides testify to 'improper' call
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An army veteran and a foreign service officer who overheard Trump's call to Ukraine's President Zelenskiy gave their testimony to Congress. Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman said there was "no doubt" what Trump was asking for.
November 19th 2019, 10:35 am
Pope Francis reaches out to Catholics in Thailand and Japan
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Pope Francis is traveling to Thailand and Japan, once again visiting countries with small Christian minorities. The head of the Catholic Church's visits to Nagasaki and Hiroshima will be especially closely watched.
November 19th 2019, 9:35 am
German police arrest Syrian terror suspect who 'bought bomb-making materials'
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German authorities say they've arrested a Syrian observed in chat networks seeking ingredients to make the explosive TAPT. When and where the suspect, allegedly with Islamist leanings, was planning an attack is unclear.
November 19th 2019, 9:05 am
Hong Kong: How Chinese media are reporting the crisis
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The months-long unrest in Hong Kong has been escalating over the past few weeks. Mainland China's state-run media sharply criticize the protesters' actions and also blame Western media for their "biased" reporting.
November 19th 2019, 9:05 am
Poland pushes controversial court reforms despite EU ruling
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Poland's ruling Law and Justice party's controversial reforms of its courts will go ahead, said PM Morawiecki. Hours before, the EU's top court stopped short of ruling Poland's new disciplinary chamber was illegal.
November 19th 2019, 8:50 am
Hong Kong: How Chinese media is reporting the crisis
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The months-long unrest in Hong Kong has been escalating over the past few weeks. Mainland China's state-run media sharply criticize the protesters' actions and also blame Western media for their "biased" reporting.
November 19th 2019, 8:50 am
World Toilet Day draws attention to the global sanitation crisis
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In an age where many lack proper sanitation facilities, one should never underestimate the importance of the toilet. In Europe, its history is full of dirty secrets.
November 19th 2019, 8:35 am
Sweden drops Assange rape investigation
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Swedish prosecutors have said that though the accusations are "credible", there is not enough evidence to indict the Wikileaks founder.
November 19th 2019, 8:35 am
Poland's pushes controversial court reforms despite EU court ruling
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Poland's ruling Law and Justice party's controversial reforms of its courts will go ahead, said PM Morawiecki. Hours before, the EU's top court stopped short of ruling Poland's new disciplinary chamber was illegal.
November 19th 2019, 8:35 am
Where in Germany do you find it most beautiful?
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Almost 6,000 users sent us their answers to this question. We have now drawn the winner of a pre-Christmas visit to Germany.
November 19th 2019, 8:20 am
Western professors freed in prisoner swap with Taliban
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Afghanistan has freed three Taliban figures in exchange for the release of two Western hostages. Officials hope the exchange will help rekindle peace talks with the militant group.
November 19th 2019, 6:33 am
Boost Africa investment, Germany's Merkel tells 'Compact with Africa' summit
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An Africa investment summit has begun in Berlin with Chancellor Angela Merkel insisting the continent has an "important role," offering "more chances than risks." But German industry wants "better" credit guarantees.
November 19th 2019, 6:03 am
Amazon protection: Can Brazil's destructive cattle ranches be transformed?
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With rising deforestation rates in the Amazon and 80% of logging linked to cattle ranching, some in Brazil are trying to boost sustainable livestock farming practices.
November 19th 2019, 5:03 am
German police raid global hawala banking ring
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German authorities watched the highly organized group for a year before cracking down on their banking activities. The suspects are accused of running an illegal hawala banking system between Germany and Turkey.
November 19th 2019, 4:47 am
Huawei and 5G — it's a minefield
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New 5G networks for mobile data transmission are mushrooming all over the world. And yet the question of whether Western governments should exclude China's Huawei from operations remains largely unanswered.
November 19th 2019, 3:28 am
Hong Kong university standoff: A hundred students still trapped
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Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has called on the remaining roughly 100 protesters to surrender. The siege has witnessed the most intense violence since anti-government demonstrations escalated more than five months ago.
November 19th 2019, 1:47 am
Hong Kong leader urges peaceful end to university standoff
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Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has called on the roughly 100 remaining protesters to surrender. The siege has witnessed the most intense violence since anti-government demonstrations escalated more than five months ago.
November 18th 2019, 11:58 pm
Bushfires blanket Sydney in smoke ahead of heat surge
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Officials advised Sydney residents to stay indoors as parts of Australia's most populous city were covered in smoke from nearby bushfires. Firefighters warned that more hot and windy days were on the way.
November 18th 2019, 10:58 pm
Georgian police oust protesters blocking parliament
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Dozens of people were detained in Georgia after anti-government protesters attempted to block the parliament building in central Tbilisi. The unrest started when the ruling party went back on a key reform promise.
November 18th 2019, 9:11 pm
Attack on Mali army kills dozens of soldiers
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Militants deemed jihadists by the Mali government have attacked armed forces as they were on patrol duty. It was the second mass attack this month in the country, which has witnessed a rapid surge in violence.
November 18th 2019, 8:58 pm
EU leaders reach agreement over 2020 budget
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Lawmakers and government officials from the 28 member states have agreed to provide around €153.6 billion in disbursements next year. EU leaders called for more funds to tackle climate change and youth unemployment.
November 18th 2019, 7:42 pm
US holds over 100,000 migrant children in detention
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Authorities in the US have over 100,000 children in migrant-related detention, according to a new UN study. UN researcher Manfred Nowak slammed the separation of children from their families by the Trump administration.
November 18th 2019, 7:42 pm
Greece's Moria camp on Lesbos: An ongoing quandary
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The Greek government has vowed to do something about its overcrowded island migrant camps. But things are not getting much better, as Max Zander reports from the island of Lesbos.
November 18th 2019, 5:54 pm
Von der Leyen's European Commission complete after final nominee accepted
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Oliver Varhelyi's candidacy for the role of neighborhood and enlargement commissioner has been approved by EU lawmakers. The Hungarian's nomination was originally met with skepticism due to his links to Viktor Orban.
November 18th 2019, 5:24 pm
Leaked intelligence trove reveals Iran's grip on Iraq
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Iranian intelligence cables have revealed the country's tangled involvement in Iraqi affairs. The revelation comes as Iraq enters its sixth week of civil unrest over Iranian influence.
November 18th 2019, 4:10 pm
Italy busts international antiquity smuggling ring
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Police found 10,000 ancient Roman artifacts and arrested 23 suspects. However, many of the pieces have already been sold at auction.
November 18th 2019, 4:10 pm
Leaked intelligence report reveals Iran's grip on Iraq
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Iranian intelligence cables have revealed the country's tangled involvement in Iraqi affairs. The revelation comes as Iraq enters its sixth week of civil unrest over Iranian influence.
