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Leaders stake their claims ahead of Libya summit

Leaders and top government officials are due to meet in Berlin on Sunday to discuss a solution to Libya's complex civil war. As expectations build, politicians spoke out about their hopes for the summit. Go to article

Scores injured in Lebanon protest riots 7h ago

At least 200 people, including protestors and police, were injured as fresh demonstrations turned violent in Beirut. Citizens are protesting political paralysis that has led to a catastrophic economic downturn.

Lufthansa cabin crew threaten more strikes 2h ago

A striking flight attendant holding a sign showing canceled flights (picture alliance/dpa/B. Roessler)

German cabin crew union UFO has announced it will strike again for more pay and recognition as a Lufthansa negotiating partner. Over 2,000 flights were canceled during the union's last strike.

Indisputable facts or illegal partisan ploy? 57m ago

In their initial response, the US president's lawyers have described the impeachment of Trump as a "dangerous attack" for democracy. But House managers called the case as a simple one, saying: "Facts are indisputable."

Women's March protests against Trump 2h ago

Thousands of women have slammed the US president's assault on reproductive rights, climate change and immigration. One protester called Trump the "biggest bully in the world."

Tractors block the streets of Berlin (picture-alliance/dpa/C. Gateau)

What are Germany's farmers so angry about?

Thousands of farmers have taken to the streets in cities across Germany to protest new environmental regulations. They're demanding more dialogue to address the increasing challenges facing the agriculture sector.

Storm, flooding misery follow fires in Australia 22h ago

Thunderstorms and torrential rain have wreaked havoc in the fire-devastated states of New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. Despite the wet weather, hundreds of blazes continue to burn and many areas remain dry.

Black boxes of shot-down jet headed to Ukraine 8h ago

Wreckage from the Ukrainian airline plane in Tehran (picture-alliance/ZUMAPRESS.com/R. Fouladi)

The head of the investigation into the passenger jet shot down due to human error has confirmed the recordings will be handed over to the Ukrainian capital. Tehran admitted the jet was misidentified as a cruise missile.

Erling Haaland is Dortmund's hat-trick hero

Borussia Dortmund restarted their Bundesliga campaign, and showed both their best and worst sides. Newly-signed Norwegian talent Erling Haaland stole the show, reminding Europe that sometimes the hype is real.

FC St. Pauli symbol listed on anti-terror guide 11h ago

St. Pauli fans (picture-alliance/HOCH ZWEI/P. Szysa)

The club image has appeared along with a swastika and those representing jihadi groups. The UK government is trying to make public sector workers aware of symbols that represent a possible terror threat.

'Dystopian' face recognition app raises alarm

A new report in US media has people worried about their privacy as more police forces sign on to use the program.

Prince Harry and Meghan to lose royal titles 7h ago

The Queen, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (picture-alliance/AP/M. Dunham)

The couple are also set to return the controversial 2.4 million pounds ($3.1 million) of taxpayers' money they received to make home improvements. The Queen said she was pleased a "constructive" solution had been found.

Majorca, Ibiza crack down on party tourism 15h ago

Magaluf on Mallorca brimming with tourists

Under a set of new ordinances, Spain's Balearic Islands have banned happy hours and pub crawls in three popular party spots. The regional government says it wants to "fight back" against excess.

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Libyan army chief Khalifa Haftar, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Fayez Sarraj head of the GNA

Offended Putin may take back seat in Berlin talks 51m ago

Putin may be glad to spread responsibility to end the war in Libya, writes Konstantin Eggert.

Storm, flooding misery follow bushfires in Australia 22h ago

EU cuts pre-accession aid to Turkey by 75% 23h ago

Brexit celebration: Boris Johnson reveals big plans for leave-night party 18.01.2020

Boeing discovers new software problem in 737 Max 17.01.2020

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War in Syria drives out Christian community

Three months into Turkey's offensive, an ancient Christian community in Syria's northeast is experiencing a nightmare in a loop. With nowhere to go, their future looks increasingly bleak.

Demonstrators protest a Tesla plant in Germany

Villagers protest Tesla's Berlin factory plans

Local residents say a Tesla factory planned for a forested site outside of Berlin will pollute their water and damage the environment. The state of Brandenburg hopes the "Gigafactory 4" will add thousands of jobs.

Bricks made of ash (Reuters/A. Portugal)

Philippines: Residents turn volcano ash into bricks

A Philippine city blanketed in ash has turned adversity into an opportunity. In a time of disaster, residents have got creative by mixing volcano ash and trash to help reconstruct communities ravaged by Taal.

Simon Rattle (picture-alliance/empics/D. Parry)

Sir Simon Rattle: 'A disciple for the cause'

On Sunday, famed British conductor Sir Simon Rattle reaches what in many sectors is considered retirement age. But the head of the London Symphony Orchestra seems far from leaving it all behind.