2015-05-14

Germany

Stormy weather damages homes in southern Germany

Stormy weather has lashed southern Germany, damaging houses in its path. Two people were taken to hospital after a lightning strike. The weather

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Chile

Two protesting students shot dead in Valparaiso, Chile

Protesters were back on the streets of Chile on Thursday demanding education reforms. Police used tear gas and water canon to disperse as many as

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USA

US: engineer of derailed train can't remember what happened

The man at the helm of a train that derailed in the US says he cannot remember what happened. Rescuers pulled an eighth body out of the wreckage on

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Ukraine

Kiev protesters call for more transparency about utility charges

Protesters have taken to the streets of Kiev, to call for more transparency about the make-up of their utility bills. They demanded clearer

14/05/2015

World News

Germany says root causes must be tackled in migrants' home nations

Hundreds more migrants attempting to reach Europe have been taken ashore in the Sicilian port city of Catania. The British Navy was involved in the

14/05/2015

Musica

Opolais brings passion and poise to "Eugene Onegin"

It is one of the most moving scenes in Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin, recently successfully staged at Munich’s Bavarian State Opera. The role of the

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Afghanistan

Taliban targets foreigners in Kabul guest house attack

An attack on a popular guest house in the Afghan capital Kabul has left at least 14 people dead. Those killed include four Indian nationals, a

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My Europe Series

Spies like us: why did German intelligence help America's NSA access their citizens data?

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Spain

Spain high court suspends football strike

Football fans can breathe a sigh of relief, after Spain’s high court ruled a player’s strike over TV rights unlawful. The ruling reversed the

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Germany

Martin Schulz wins EU's prestigous Charlemagne Prize for integration

European Parliament President Martin Schulz is the latest International Charlemagne Prize laureate. He received the medallion in recognition of his

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Indonesia

Indonesia urged to stop two-finger virginity tests for military

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Sport

Glasgow win puts Fiji on brink of Sevens World Series title

The 16th edition of the Rugby sevens world series has reached the business end of the season. The penultimate stop recently took the planet’s best

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Russia

NATO officials talk tough but also find time to sing "We are the world"

Working together to tackle what has become known as “hybrid warfare”. That is the agreement between NATO and the European Union at a meeting of

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Burundi

Battle for power continues after attempted coup in Burundi

Sporadic gunfire rings out in the Burundi capital as rival forces fight for control of Bujumbura after an attempted coup

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Ukraine

Persistent fighting in eastern Ukraine draws multi-ethnic recruits

Unofficial fighting in eastern Ukraine continues to draw in volunteers from other parts of the country. Since pro-Russian separatists forced

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Syria

Intense battles on several fronts in Syria, including near UNESCO site

Syria’s army, backed up by fighters from Lebanon’s Hezbollah, have reportedly made big advances against insurgents in a key border region. The

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World News

Johnny Depp's dogs face death in Australia's 'War on Terriers'

Hollywood star Johnny Depp is at the centre of a row in Australia over two illegal immigrants called Pistol and Boo. The culprits have reportedly

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Nepal

Nepalese PM visits quake zone and takes woman to hospital in his helicopter

The Nepalese Prime Minister has visited some of the areas worst affected by the country’s two massive earthquakes. And someone’s life may have been

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Cinema

'Standing Tall' premieres at the official opening of the Cannes Film Festival

The Cannes Film Festival officially opened on Wednesday with the premiere of Standing Tall – La Tete Haute. It has been described as a stirring

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Colombia

Fears for Colombian miners trapped in flooded gold mine

Rescue workers are working against the clock to reach at least 15 miners trapped in a flooded gold mine in northwestern Colombia since Wednesday. It

14/05/2015

Culture news

Solo yachtswoman and journalist Catherine Chabaud wins Woman of the Year award

Journalist and sailor Catherine Chabaud became the first woman to complete a solo navigation of the globe without any stops during the third edition

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World News

Southeast Asia too has desperate migrants drowning in unfriendly waters

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Japan

Japan cabinet approves draft laws to expand military role

Japan's cabinet has approved bills which would trigger a dramatic shift in security policy, allowing the military to fight overseas for the first time since World War II.

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Portugal

Portuguese language reform law goes global

Does it ever bother you when someone corrects your grammar or spelling? Or do you do it to other people? If so, spare a thought for this ‘

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Culture news

Dior and Chanel stage annual cruise shows

With stunning views of the French Riviera and the spatial brilliance of the famed, “Bubble House” as a backdrop, Dior faced some serious competition

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Pakistan

Pakistan mourns as funerals are held for Karachi bus victims

Pakistan has been observing a day of mourning as a mass funeral was held for dozens of people killed in a terror attack on a bus in Karachi. Hundreds

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Burundi

Confusion reigns in Burundi over success of coup attempt

Locals run for cover on the deserted streets of the Burundi capital. Clashes which erupted overnight between troops loyal to the president and those

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Standing Tall opens Cannes Film Festival 2015

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Curtains raised at Cannes Film Festival 2015

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Volcano's eruption caught on camera in Nicaragua

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