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EU and Mexico to modernize trade deal

The EU and Mexico have agreed "in principle" to update their 18-year-old trade deal. The move sends a message to the US after President Donald Trump announced a series of protectionist trade measures. Go to article

Armenian protest leader says to meet PM

Opposition leader Nikol Pashinian said he will meet the president-turned-premier to discuss "his resignation." But hours before the announcement, Sargsyan said no one else could navigate Armenia's issues except himself.

OPCW inspectors take samples from Syria site

Scene in Douma (picture-alliance/AP/H. Ammar)

The global chemical weapons watchdog has taken samples from the site of a suspected chemical weapons attack in Douma, Syria. The watchdog's access to the site comes after days of delays.

Nicaragua's pension reform protests turn deadly

A protester surrounded by tires set ablaze

The Nicaraguan president has accused the protesters of implementing a "criminal plan" to "destroy the image of Nicaragua." Analysts believe it could be "too late" to roll back reforms following deadly protests.

Tens of thousands protest in Hungary against Viktor Orban

Anti-Regierungs-Proteste in Budapest (Reuters/B. Szabo)

Huge crowds have rallied once more in Budapest against newly reelected Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Protesters accuse him of taking control of the media and turning it into his propaganda instrument.

World's oldest person, Nabi Tajima, dies in Japan aged 117

Sun rises over beach in Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture (Reuters/Kim Kyung-Hoon )

The world's oldest person, who has died in Japan aged 117, was born five years before Japan's victory in the Russo-Japanese war, marking the start of the modern era in the country. Another Japanese woman takes her place.

India prescribes death penalty for child rape

Placard reading 'save my dignity I am your daughter' (Reuters/)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reacted to criticism that he did not deal with the recent rape and murder of a girl swiftly enough. India is trying to crack down on violence against girls and women.

Barbara Bush remembered at funeral in Houston

The funeral of former US First Lady Barbara Bush (Getty Images/D. J. Phillip-Pool)

The life of former US First Lady Barbara Bush has been commemorated at a funeral service in Houston, Texas. Her son Jeb Bush delivered a eulogy and told mourners that his mother was "beautiful" until the very end.

Activists file charges against nuclear power plants

Atomkraftgegner gegen Kernkraftwerke Tihange und Doel (picture alliance/dpa/K. Nguyen)

An activist alliance has pressed charges against the Belgian state and the nuclear plants Tihange and Doel. The move comes amid growing fears of a serious nuclear accident among nearby residents in three countries.

What 'heimat' means to Hofbräuhaus regulars

Amongst the thousands of tourists, the Hofbräuhaus in Munich hosts more than 120 regulars' gatherings — and the number is rising. DW asked what "heimat," or "home," means for them.

Germany's minister warns of anti-Semitism rise

"Anti-Semitism is becoming socially acceptable again," said Katarina Barley. Her statements came in the wake of an anti-Semitic attack that shocked Berlin.

Ostritz sees rallies by neo-Nazis and opponents

Two painted figures of women at the Peace Festival (picture-alliance/dpa/N. Holgerson)

The eastern German town of Ostritz has become the scene of a confrontation between neo-Nazis and their opponents. But security is high, and few incidents have so far been reported.

'White Angel' nun who stood up to Nazis dies at 103

Sister Agnes-Marie Valois, with state medals pinned to her chest, takes part in the 70th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid in 2012.

Sister Agnes-Marie Valois earned her nickname after she came to the aid of wounded Canadian and British soldiers in 1942. She stood up to Nazi soldiers and even stole German rations to feed Allied troops.

German minister in Iraq to promote repatriation

Germany is hoping more Iraqi refugees will return home with the assistance of a massive aid package. But a senior minister has traveled to Iraq to ask for something in return.

Germany must pay for soldier's luxury cruise

The Bridge Transatlantic Race - Arrival of the The Bridge 2017, a transatlantic race from Saint-Nazaire to New York between the cruise ship Queen Mary 2 and four trimarans.

When a German military attache in Washington was ordered back to the country, he decided to take his family on the long route home. A court has ruled that he is legally entitled to be fully reimbursed.

High-level Hamas member gunned down in Malaysia

A man stands next to a large poster of slain Palestinian Fadi al-Batsh.

Fadi al-Batsh, said to be an expert on drones and rockets, was gunned down as he walked to morning prayers in Kuala Lumpur. A Malaysian official said the suspects and victim may have worked for intelligence agencies.

Switzerland: Duck snapped twice for speeding in 30km zone

EU and Mexico reach 'agreement in principle' to modernize free trade deal

Nicaragua's pension reform protests turn deadly

India prescribes death penalty for child rape

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Stammtisch - Is Germany cool now?

Birkenstocks, Muesli and Angela Merkel have gone from belittled cliches to sought-after brands. But are Germans as impressed with their own country? Podcast host Damien McGuinness discusses with Michaela Küfner, Naomi Conrad and Jeremy Cliffe whether the mood in Germany matches its positive image abroad.

Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her 92nd birthday

An all-star line up has performed at London's Royal Albert Hall in honor of the UK's longest-serving monarch. Queen Elizabeth was presented with a bouquet of flowers by a 7-year-old Londoner celebrating his birthday too.

Fussball 1. Bundesliga / 31. Spieltag / Hamburger SV - SC Freiburg (picture alliance/dpa/A. Heimken)

Bundesliga Matchday 31 roundup

A narrow win over Freiburg has given Hamburg hope of yet another dramatic escape. Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund bounced back from last week's derby defeat with a convincing win over Leverkusen, while Bayern beat Hannover.

An image released by Barbie shows dolls in the image of pilot Amelia Earhart, left, Mexican artist Frida Khalo and mathematician Katherine Johnson, part of the Inspiring Women doll line series

Sale of Frida Kahlo Barbie blocked in Mexico

A descendant of the painter has been granted an injunction against Mattel, who says it legally purchased the rights to Kahlo's image. Critics argued that the sale of the doll runs contrary to the artist's views.

Group picture of EU and African heads of state (picture-alliance/AP Photo/G. V. Wijngaert)

Migration study: Europe needs to understand Africa

How far should the EU go to reach its migration agenda? Researchers in Berlin looked at the cooperation between the EU and authoritarian states in Africa.